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Sycamore Brewing Doubles Volume, Targets 20,000 Barrels in 2019

Sycamore Brewing Doubles Volume, Targets 20,000 Barrels in 2019

Charlotte, North Carolina-based Sycamore Brewing is “living in fast forward,” according to vice president of sales Archie Gleason. The Kenny Chesney lyric appears apt for the 5-year-old craft brewery, which plans to double its beer and cider production by the end of the year.

Elevation Beer Co. Releases Imperial Stout

Elevation Beer Co. is unveiling Imperial Stout as the latest seasonal release in their lineup of approachable and award-winning beers. Imperial Stout will be available across Elevation’s distribution footprint in six-packs of 12 oz. cans and on draft beginning November 9 while supplies last.

Cascade Brewing Releases to Release Cuvée du Jongleur After a Decade

On Friday, Nov. 9, Cascade Brewing will release a beer for the first time in a decade. Originally released in 2008, Cuvée du Jongleur, or “Blend of the Juggler,” will be available in 500ml bottle and on draft at both Cascade Brewing’s Portland pubs and through its worldwide distribution network.

Dark Horse Brewing Adds Distribution in Central Florida

Sunshine State Distributing announces a new partnership with Dark Horse Brewing to expand the distributing company’s growing portfolio of craft beers and spirits. This will be the Michigan brewery’s first introduction to Florida.

Hi-Wire Brewing Announces November 2018 Beer Releases

Hi-Wire Brewing is bringing some heat to the chilly month of November with the return of their coveted 10W-40 Imperial Stout, a brut double-IPA called Gimme The Brut, and a barrel-aged Peach Sour Ale from their Sour and Wild Ale program. The brewery’s specialty program continues to excite and word on the street is this is just the beginning for Asheville’s beloved craft beer producers.

HCA Marketing Group Acquires BevBiz Marketing

In a recently completed agreement, HCA Marketing Group of Detroit, MI has acquired BevBiz Marketing of Avon, CT. The deal solidifies a long-time strategic partnership between creative services firm HCA Mindbox and trade communications specialists BevBiz Marketing.

Next Generation Leadership Guides Grand Teton Brewing During Uncertain Times

Next Generation Leadership Guides Grand Teton Brewing During Uncertain Times

A new generation is now leading the day-to-day operations of 30-year-old Grand Teton Brewing Company at a time when competition has never been stiffer. Last year, Chris Furbacher and his wife, Laura, moved to Victor, Idaho to help his parents, Steve and Ellen Furbacher, run the 30-year-old craft brewery.

Sprecher Brewery to Release Lightship 57 Session IPA

Sprecher Brewery will tap its newest beer, Lightship 57, a full-flavored, light-bodied session IPA on November 8th. Zythos, Simcoe and Centennial hops give character to this tasty brew, which is best described as refreshingly hoppy with stone fruit, citrus, pine, and tropical notes.

Down The Road Beer Co. and City Brew Tours Collaborate on Folktour Hot Cocoa Porter

cities are as rich in both history and beer as Boston, Massachusetts. Beer is in our blood, which is why Down The Road Beer Co. and City Brew Tours are honored to contribute to a new chapter in Boston’s storied brewing tradition with the release of this year’s winter seasonal: Folktour Hot Cocoa Porter.

1623 Brewing Adds Distribution in Maryland

The first beers from 1623 Brewing, Hefeweizen and IPA, are now available in cans and on draft in Central Maryland locations through a distribution partnership with Chesapeake Beverage.