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Ekos Announces Direct Integration with Accounting Software Xero

In 2014 when Ekos started to integrate with QuickBooks, it was a big deal for the craft community. As a small tech startup bringing “big tech” functionality to craft brewers, this integration added a level of functionality that was unparalleled at the time for the price. Now, in 2019 Ekos is doing it again, this time with Xero.

Schlafly Sold Again: Sage Capital Sells Controlling Stake in Saint Louis Brewery Back to Family

Schlafly Sold Again: Sage Capital Sells Controlling Stake in Saint Louis Brewery Back to Family

The Schlafly family once again has controlling interest of The Saint Louis Brewery, makers of Schlafly Beer. More than seven years after acquiring a majority interest in the Saint Louis craft brewery, private equity firm Sage Capital, as well as several current and former Schlafly Beer employees, including co-founder Dan Kopman, have sold their stakes in the business to a new investor group led by David Schlafly, a real estate developer and cousin of brewery co-founder Tom Schlafly.

Upslope Brewing Company Releases Spiked Snowmelt Craft Hard Seltzer

Upslope Brewing Company has announced its debut into a new category with its own craft hard seltzer, Spiked Snowmelt. Crafted and canned at their Flatiron Park production brewery in Boulder, Colorado, Upslope will launch a mixed 12-pack featuring three flavors in 12 oz. cans: Juniper & Lime, Tangerine & Hops and Pomegranate & Acai.

Video: CBC 2019 Attendees on Health & Wellness Trends

Video: CBC 2019 Attendees on Health & Wellness Trends

A growing number of drinkers are looking to consume “better-for-you” alcohol products with “functional” ingredients and fewer calories. In the following video, attendees of the 2019 Craft Brewers Conference share their thoughts on this emerging area of the beer category.

Pontoon Brewing to Release Glazed Berliner Weisse

Pontoon Brewing Company has announced the release of its second beer brewed in collaboration with *repeat repeat, this one inspired by the Nashville based band’s new album, “Glazed.”

Boulder Beer Company to Release Perilous Prickly Pear Wheat

Boulder Beer Company, Colorado’s first craft brewery, is excited to announce the upcoming release of a new beer – Perilous Prickly Pear Wheat – available mid-May in 6-pack cans and draft.

Talea Beer Co. Launches with Sun Up Hazy IPA

Talea Beer Co. has launched with Sun Up, a hazy IPA. Founded by Tara Hankinson and LeAnn Darland, Talea (pronounced tuh-lay-uh) aims to create easy-drinking staples and rotating seasonals that are approachable for even the most casual beer drinker.

Multi Flow Industries LLC Acquires Draft Beer Services of Atlanta

Multi Flow Industries, LLC is pleased to announce the acquisition of Draft Beer Services of Atlanta, Georgia. Following the acquisition of Lenox Martell (Boston) in 2017, Total Systems Control and Jordan’s Draft Services (Pittsburgh) and Main Street Beverage (Philadelphia) in 2018 and now Draft Beer Services of Atlanta, Multi Flow is able to offer a full range of beverage dispensing and service solutions to its customers in seven new markets.

4 Noses Brewing to Open Taproom and Barrel House in Boulder

After five years of producing new and exciting beers in its Broomfield location, the team at 4 Noses is excited to announce their next chapter in brewing: an additional taproom and barrel house called Oak Addendum