May M&A: Small Craft Breweries Across US Consolidate as Competition Stiffens
A number of small brewery transactions have emerged this month, as craft breweries across the country fight to remain competitive in an increasingly more crowded industry.
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Idle Hands Craft Ales to Release Slate Ale
Idle Hands Craft Ales is releasing its latest year-round beer, Slate, for distribution.
Addressing Rumors, Stone CEO Says Distribution Business is Not For Sale
Despite months of rumors to the contrary, Stone Distributing Company (SDC) is not for sale. In a memo to employees last week, Stone Brewing CEO Dominic Engels sought to quash talk that the San Diego craft brewing company was attempting to offload its distribution business.
Island Coastal Lager Announces Partnership with Anheuser-Busch InBev Wholesaler Network in South Carolina
Island Coastal Lager is pleased to announce its new partnership with the Anheuser-Busch Inbev network in the state of South Carolina. Previously distributed by Breakthru Beverage South Carolina, Island Coastal Lager will now be sold in the coastal region of South Carolina by Anheuser-Busch Inbev distributor, Southern Eagle.
Proof Brewing Company and Finback Brewery Release Quantum Foam Double IPA Collaboration
Proof Brewing Co.’s beer physicists have defied the space/time continuum to introduce Quantum Foam Double IPA. Set to release in the Proof Brewing Co. tasting room on May 24 in 16 oz. 4-packs at 11 a.m., this beer was brewed in collaboration with New York City’s Finback Brewery.
Resolute Brewing Co. Announces Barrel-Aging Facility and Taproom Grand Opening
Resolute Brewing Tap & Cellar will open their doors and taps Friday, May 24, 2019 to kick off a weekend long Grand Opening celebration. Resolute Tap & Cellar is located at 18148 W. 92nd Ln, Suite 100 in Arvada on the Southeast corner of Highway 72 and Candelas Parkway. They are eager to showcase a robust barrel-aging program and serve Arvada along with the surrounding communities.
Coronado Brewing Releases Salt Spray Sour Margarita Gose
Coronado Brewing Company is releasing the second of its 2019 Art Series cans, with Salt Spray Sour. The company is proud to support emerging artists by featuring a fan-submitted Instagram photo on each of its quarterly releases.
Bonfire Brewing Launches Community Creator Series
Bonfire Brewing graces Colorado with a spring surprise from the Vail Valley. Fueled by the inspiration of their community and power of a new automated labeler, the brewery began brewing, packaging and distributing a line of new limited-release beers as part of their new Community Creator Series last month.
Breakside Brewery’s Releases Rainbows and Unicorns IPA and 5 Other New Beers
Breakside Brewery, known for its innovative, experimental and diverse beers, is offering a wide range of craft styles over the next couple of months. Hitting the shelves and your local taps this month is Rainbows and Unicorns, an annual favorite IPA featuring Galaxy and Comet hops, it shimmers with tropical summery goodness.
Self-Distribution, Franchise Reform Bill on North Carolina Governor’s Desk
After 12 years of debating North Carolina’s self-distribution and franchise laws, brewers and wholesalers are one step away from their compromise being written into law. On Monday, the North Carolina Senate voted 38-3 to approve the Craft Beer Distribution and Modernization Act (House Bill 363), which the House approved in mid-April. The legislation now advances to Gov. Roy Cooper.
Study: US Beer Industry Supports More than 2 Million Jobs
The U.S. beer industry was responsible for creating more than 2.19 million jobs that paid more than $101 billion in wages and benefits in 2018, according to a joint study released today by industry trade organizations the Beer Institute (BI) and the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA).
Wachusett Brewing Collaborates with Stick Figure on Cocoanut IPA
Wachusett Brewing Company announces its first ever music industry collaboration with its new partnership with reggae and dub music star Stick Figure. The first beer, “COCOANUT IPA”, is a tropical, fruit forward IPA infused with natural coconut.
Exile Brewing and Uinta Brewing Collaborate on Brut IPA
Exile Brewing (Des Moines, IA) and Uinta Brewing (Salt Lake City, UT) announce Backcountry Brut, a collaboration double brut IPA brewed at Exile for Des Moines Beer Week.
Brasada Ranch and Worthy Brewing Release Brasada Sunset Pale Ale
Just in time for the summer season, beer enthusiasts have a new brew to sip on in the high desert beauty of Brasada Ranch in Central Oregon. The rustic retreat debuted the Brasada Sunset Pale Ale on Thursday, May 16, created in collaboration with Worthy Brewing which is located in nearby Bend, Oregon.