Bonfire Brewing Continues Patio Expansion Project
Bonfire Brewing broke even more ground on its continued patio expansion last week to increase seating and entertainment space for customers this summer.
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Anchor Brewing Company Releases San Franpsycho IPA
For the third year in a row, Anchor Brewing Company and San Franpsycho, a community-based clothing and lifestyle brand, release their seasonal collaboration brew, San Franpsycho IPA.
Reyes Beer Division Closes Acquisition of Distribution Rights from Saccani Distributing Company
Golden Brands, a Reyes Beer Division company, has officially closed on its acquisition of certain distribution rights from Saccani Distributing Company in Sacramento, California.
Crescent Crown Distributing Supports Reopening Arizona with Discounts, Complimentary Signage and No Minimums Deliveries of Any Products
Crescent Crown Distributing (CCD), one of the largest beverage distributors in the United States, owned by the Moffett and Goldring families, is going above and beyond to support the reopening of Arizona bars and restaurants.
Nine Pin Cider Releases New Light Cider Variety Pack
Nine Pin Ciderworks, New York’s first farm cidery, has announced the release of a new light cider variety pack. This is the first variety pack Nine Pin has produced and packaged.
Ben’s American Sake Introduces 8 oz. Slim Cans Available Online
On May 15th, 2020 Asheville-based Ben’s American Sake will begin offering their signature infused sake in 8 oz cans featuring updated branding.
Burnaby Brewery Adapts Equipment for Decontaminating 10,000 N95 Respirators Per Day
A local brewery has repurposed new brewery equipment to decontaminate N95 masks
Luna Bay Hard Kombucha Expands Distribution in the North East with Craft Collective
Luna Bay Hard Kombucha goes bicoastal with the recent announcement of its partnership with Craft Collective, New England’s independent craft beer distributor. This news comes quickly after Luna Bay’s announcement of its distribution in California, fulfilling its desire to reach health-minded drinkers coast to coast.
Russian River’s 2020 Pliny the Younger Release Generates $5.1 Million in Economic Impact
Russian River Brewing Company’s annual release of Pliny the Younger triple IPA drew visitors from 47 states and 14 countries and generated $5.1 million in economic impact to the local economy, an increase of 22.6% over the 2019 release, according to a study conducted by the Sonoma County Economic Development Board.
Nielsen: Beer Category Sales Top $983 Million For Week Ending May 9; Biggest Week in 2020 So Far
The Cinco de Mayo holiday helped boost the beer category to its biggest sales week in 2020 so far for the week ending May 9, as dollar sales in off-premise retailers topped $983.6 million, according to market research firm Nielsen. In fact, the latest one-week period is the highest sales week since last year’s July 4 holiday week, the firm reported.
Nielsen CGA: 1 in 5 Consumers Have Returned to On-Premise Establishments in 4 States that Have Reopened
One in five consumers have returned to on-premise establishments in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and Texas — states that have begun the reopening process following the shutdown forced by the novel coronavirus disease COVID-19 — according to a new survey conducted by Nielsen CGA.
Two Roads to Support Restaurants & Bars With Retailer Relief Draft Program
Two Roads Brewing Company announced a major initiative to help CT restaurants recover from the effects of COVID-19. The plan is to offer a substantial “Back On the Road” discount on a selection of its fresh draft products.
Local B Corp Collaboration Between Hopworks and Looptworks Turns 300 Cases of Beer Into More Than 400 Masks for Central City Concern
After releasing a variety case of beer called the “Homebound Hero 24 Pack” on April 21, Hopworks Urban Brewery has raised more than $1,500 for the Looptworks Foundation.
Pabst Brewing Relaunches Pearl Beer with New Look and Taste
Pearl Beer announced the relaunch of the iconic Gem of Fine Beer. The brand’s rebirth is rooted in San Antonio’s history and reimagined with a new look and taste inspired by the growth and success of its beloved home city.