Protagonist Beer on Track to Open Brewery in Lower South End in 2020
One of Charlotte’s brewing newcomers, Protagonist Beer, is excited to forge ahead on construction at its new location in the city’s Lower South End neighborhood.
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Survey: Beer Wholesalers Expect Monster Hard Seltzer Launch in 2021; 48% Believe A-B Houses Will Distribute Offering
Beer distributors widely anticipate Monster Energy to enter the hard seltzer segment as early as next year, according to a survey conducted by Goldman Sachs Equity Research. Nearly 85% of wholesalers in the “Beverage Bytes” survey, representing feedback from more than 80 distributors and approximately 180,000 retail outlets that sell alcohol, believe that Monster will or potentially could launch a hard seltzer product.
Collective Arts Brewing Opening Toronto Brewery & Taproom
Collective Arts Brewing has announced that it has taken over an existing brewery and taproom in Toronto’s Trinity Bellwoods neighbourhood, and will be relaunching it under the Collective Arts banner later this year.
Taft’s Brewing Co. to Introduce Frisch’s Pumpkin Pie Ale
Frisch’s Big Boy and Taft’s Brewing Co. are rustling up Frisch’s Pumpkin Pie Ale, an autumn beer in which cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg combine with vanilla for a smooth, creamy finish.
Ohza Adds Distribution in NYC and Long Island, Expands Partnership with Whole Foods and Other Retailers
Ohza, one of the fastest-growing ready-to-drink beverage companies, is expanding distribution to the New York City and Long Island markets.
Seagram’s Escapes Introduces New Flavor to Spiked High ABV Line
Seagram’s Escapes Spiked, the high ABV flavored malt beverage brand, is expanding its profile with the addition of Spiked Blue Razberry.
Breakthru Beverage Group to Sell Beer and Cider Portfolio in Illinois to Lakeshore Beverage
The Breakthru Beverage Group has reached an agreement to sell its beer and cider portfolio in Illinois to Lakeshore Beverage. The deal is expected to close in October.
Sparkling Ice to Launch ‘Spiked’ Hard Seltzer Line
Another leading sparkling water brand is making the leap into hard seltzer: Sparkling Ice is set to launch a new alcoholic line called Spiked (4% ABV) this month.
Creature Comforts to Open LA Space; Other Half Sets October Opening in D.C.
Athens, Georgia-based Creature Comforts Brewing will become a bi-coastal craft beer brand next year with the construction of a taproom and brewery in downtown Los Angeles, the company announced yesterday. The long-awaited opening of Brooklyn-based Other Half Brewing’s taproom and production facility in Washington, D.C., now has an October 2020 opening date, according to a press release today.
Watch Brewbound Frontlines: Dealmakers Discuss Private Equity’s Influence in Craft Brewing and the State of M&A
The next Brewbound Frontlines brings together dealmakers from Arlington Capital Advisors, Cascadia Capital, Cowen and Company, and Farlie, Turner & Co. to discuss the influence of private equity money on the craft brewing industry and the current state of M&A activity in the brewing space.
AleSmith and Anvil of Hope Brew Support for Frontline Workers
AleSmith Brewing Company, along with their newly-established nonprofit, Anvil of Hope, have officially released their AleSmith for Hope Hazy IPA.
Container Brewing Releases Virtual Borders Hazy Weisse IPA
Container Brewing (containerbrewing.ca) has announced the release of their version of a beer brewed as a “virtual collaboration” Ottawa’s Flora Hall Brewing (florahallbrewing.ca)
Red Hare Adds New Location In Marietta, Georgia
Red Hare Brewing Company, LLC will be expanding its footprint into the former Hemingway’s Bar and Grill building on Marietta Square over the coming months.
Ghostfish Brewery to Double Capacity
On the heels of Ghostfish Brewing Company’s fifth anniversary, it announces an expansion project that will double its capacity.