Craft beer industry news.
In this week’s edition of Last Call: Nearly two weeks after lifting aluminum and steel tariffs imposed against Mexico and Canada, President Donald Trump has reversed course and announced plans to levy a 5 percent duty on all goods from Mexico over immigration — bringing the issue back into the taproom. Plus, North Coast co-founder Mark Ruedrich announces his retirement.
Reuben’s Brews, a family-owned Seattle brewery, is commemorating National Cancer Survivors’ Day with the release of the limited-edition “Crush Cancer” hazy IPA on Saturday, June 1. Josh Corbin, a Reuben’s Brews fan and cancer survivor, came up with the idea for “Crush Cancer.”
Nothing says summer in Seattle like enjoying great beer with friends—at the beach, in the park, on a boat, or in the woods. Well, Stoup Brewing has all your summer beer needs covered!
Big Lake Brewing, one of the fastest-growing craft breweries in Michigan, is expanding brewing capacity by 50 percent to meet demand for their portfolio of craft beer.
The New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) issued a revised special ruling earlier this week aimed at limiting the number of annual events breweries can host in their taprooms. Under the ruling issued Tuesday, the ABC said the state’s craft breweries can hold up to 25 “special events,” 25 “social affairs,” and 52 “private parties” annually inside their taprooms. Additionally, breweries are now allowed to sell their beer at 12 events a year outside of their taprooms.
Deschutes Brewery, a family and employee-owned brewery based in the Northwest since 1988, announced the release of a new brand campaign that reminds cannabis craving consumers not to forget about the region’s original social recreation, craft beer.
Beginning this week, the freshest nationally distributed beer in the USA marks a tasty 37-day celebration of freedom and our country’s birthday. Stone Enjoy By 07.04.19 Unfiltered IPA is now swiftly rolling out to stores, bars and restaurants for its short window of get-it-fresh-and-get-it-fast (and get-it-independent and get-it-cold and get-it-in-19.2 oz. cans!).
BeerBoard, the leader in real-time data, insights and consumer engagement for the hospitality industry, announced today that New Belgium Brewing has signed on as the company’s newest brewing partner. The move adds another of American’s leading brewers to BeerBoard’s vast client list.
As Connecticut’s state legislative session nears its end, the Connecticut Brewers Guild launched a video and petition urging state lawmakers to pass legislation that will give more craft brewery employees access to affordable health insurance.
In episode 38 of the Brewbound Podcast, Fechheimer discusses the internal tug-of-war between creating new brand identities and leveraging New Belgium’s already well-established name. He also explains how New Belgium plans to rebound from a difficult 2018 and discusses the company’s plan for working more closely with underrepresented communities.
Ohio’s independent craft breweries generated a total economic impact of $967 million in 2018, up 39% from 2015 figures.
Just in time for summer, WILD TONIC founder and master brewer Holly Lyman is releasing her Seasonal Selection, Rosemary Lemon. Featuring smooth lemon and honey notes sharpened by a pine rosemary bite for a crisp finish, Rosemary Lemon pairs beautifully with summer salads and outdoor activities.
Coelacanth Brewing is partnering with Ales for ALS and the ALS Association to raise awareness — and money — to help in the fight against ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis).
Wild Leap is kicking off the summer with the release of Bomb Pop, the second beer in the Truck Chaser Double IPA series. Brewed with a flavor combination containing notes of cherry, lime and raspberry, this mouthwatering beer is designed to take you back to the ‘popsicle days’ of your childhood.
