Craft beer industry news.
Coronado Brewing Company is excited to announce the second installment of its unique two-part collaboration with Belching Beaver Brewery. The two San Diego-based breweries first came together in January to brew Tooth & Tail Hazy IPA—a double dry-hopped New England-style IPA bursting with tropical juiciness.
Patagonia Provisions, in partnership with Hopworks Urban Brewery (HUB) in Portland, has just released Long Root Wit, a classic Belgian-style wit beer made with organic ingredients and Kernza perennial grain.
Beer no longer holds a majority of the share of total alcohol servings in the U.S. Beer Institute chief economist Michael Uhrich reported today during a State of the Industry presentation that beer’s share of total alcohol servings fell to 49 percent, down about 1 percent, as hard liquor (35.6 percent) and wine (15.4) both gained share.
Constellation Brands reported its fiscal year and fourth quarter 2019 earnings results today, which were highlighted by a 7 percent increase in net sales, to more than $8.1 billion.
In episode 30 of the Brewbound Podcast, NBWA chief economist Lester Jones explains how the NBWA’s monthly “Beer Purchaser’s Index” can help predict future industry trends, and how beer professionals can use it to make more informed decisions. He also explains his “cognitive beer dissonance” theory and gives us all a reason to believe that the industry is actually pretty healthy.
Crystal Coast Brewing Company of Morehead City, North Carolina and Mill Whistle Brewing of Beaufort, North Carolina has announced the release of their second ever collaboration beer. Inspired by local folklore and as a tribute to those in the Old Burying Grounds in Beaufort, the beer will be named the Graveyard Sister Baltic Porter.
Mike Hess Brewing released Hop Cloud and Into the Sunset in cans on March 29 in all their tasting rooms. Into the Sunset is a true San Diego style IPA that combines malt, hops and real blood oranges for a refreshing citrus burst. Hop Cloud is a hazy IPA with flavors of pineapple, mango and smooth citrus hops.
Commonhouse Aleworks, Park Circle’s neighborhood brewery and taphouse, has announced that it would be releasing two of its most popular beers in 12 oz. 6-packs of cans just in time for the Charleston Spring.
Two of the largest U.S. states now boast a record number of breweries. According to an economic impact study released Tuesday by the California Craft Brewers Association, California continues to be home to the most breweries in the nation, with more than 980 in operation as of April 2019. Meanwhile, an economic impact study released today by the New York State Brewers Association, found that 434 craft breweries were operating in the Empire State at the end of 2018.
Hopworks Urban Brewery, the first Certified B Corporation brewery in the Pacific Northwest, has rebranded its pub at 3947 N. Williams Ave.; the formerly named Hopworks BikeBar is relaunching as Hopworks N. Williams Pub and Beergarden on Tuesday, April 2.
Framingham-based Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers and TD Garden have collaborated to bring a fully-branded taproom for commuters and event-goers alike. Jack’s Abby will occupy the space for at least 2 years.
The United States Golf Association (USGA) has announced a new multi-year partnership with Constellation Brands’ Corona Premier that is designed to enhance the on-site fan experience at the U.S. Open, beginning with the 119th U.S. Open Championship, June 10-16 at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California.
Key Lime Pie lovers can now have their pie and drink it too as New Realm Brewing prepares to release its first Gose, “Lime of the Party” this month. This sour ale started out as a limited, draft only release at the brewery taproom and select bars and restaurants in fall 2018, but its popularity earned it a new life in 2019.
It is a sure sign of summer when Blake’s Hard Cider releases its ‘Kinder Cider’ summer edition, which will hit shelves on April 1. Rainbow Seeker, the tropical-inspired craft hard cider combines a blend of Michigan-grown apples infused with pineapple and a hint of sage.
