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Surf Brewery Releases California Saison to Commemorate 25th Anniversary of the Ventura County Chapter of Surfrider Foundation

The Surfrider Foundation is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the ocean, waves and beaches. In 1991, a handful of passionate people met in Ventura to establish one of the first local Chapters for Surfrider. Over the past 25 years the Ventura County Chapter has worked on a number of coastal issues with a longtime focus on protecting Surfer’s Point in Ventura. From water quality testing to beach cleanups to bringing down a dam, Surfrider Foundation volunteers do their best to protect and enjoy the coast, now and for future generations.

Rivertown Brewing Company Receives TTB approval for Monroe, Ohio Brewery

Rivertown Brewing Company received official approval of its Monroe Brewer’s Notice from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau on Monday, October 24 – a key piece of the puzzle as completion of the 25, 875 square foot building is still on track with original projections for late 2016 and a grand opening celebration after the holiday season.

The Bruery Releasing Share This: Mole Imperial Stout in November

We looked to the culinary world to provide us with inspiration for the next part of our collaborative and charitable Share This beer series. Being based in Southern California, we are very fortunate to have some of the best Mexican cuisine in the world. By channeling that local influence and considering all of the high-quality ingredients we could find, Mexico was an easy choice to be the next region. To help us develop an authentic flavor profile we worked with Chef Anne Conness, herself a Certified Cicerone.

BillerudKorsnäs Launches New Packaging Initiatives at PACK EXPO

The name BillerudKorsnäs may not roll off the tongue for most Americans, but this global Swedish packaging company intends to elevate U.S. sustainability to new levels by challenging conventional packaging. At PACK EXPO International (McCormick Place, Chicago, November 6-9, Booth #E-10419), BillerudKorsnäs will officially launch a premium cartonboard product to the North American market while showcasing a range of innovative solutions that meet packaging industry demands for optimized sustainability, shelf-appeal and functionality.

Bear Republic Brewing Company and Cambrian Innovation Announce Wastewater Treatment Solution

Bear Republic Brewing Company, a family-owned brewery known for their high-revving IPAs and environmental stewardship, and Cambrian Innovation, a biotechnology company solving critical resource challenges for industry, today announced the successful, long-term operation of the world’s first industrial-scale, bioelectrically-enhanced wastewater treatment solution.

Christine Perich to Depart New Belgium

Christine Perich to Depart New Belgium

Christine Perich, the CEO of New Belgium Brewing, will depart the organization to “pursue other opportunities,” the company announced today. The Colorado-headquartered brewery — which also maintains a production facility in Asheville, N.C. and is ranked by the Brewers Association as the country’s fourth largest craft outfit — has yet to appoint a replacement.

Maine Brewery Owner Runs for State Legislature

Maine Brewery Owner Runs for State Legislature

A well-known figure in Maine’s craft beer scene is running for the state’s House of Representatives. Heather Sanborn, co-owner of Rising Tide Brewing Company and the former president of the Maine Brewers Guild, is running as a Democrat for House District seat 43, which represents parts of Portland and Falmouth. Sanborn is running against Republican attorney Jeffrey Langholtz.

Pelican Brewing Company Launches Quarterly Barrel-Aged Series

Pelican Brewing Company crafted a sensation when it released Mother of All Storms bourbon barrel-aged barleywine in 2009. It soon became a highly-coveted collectable and has been named one of the Top 100 Beers in the World and Top 25 Barrel-Aged Beers numerous times. Now with a nod to the popularity of ‘Mother’ and a vision for creating new recipes that combine beer, spirit and barrel flavors, Pelican launches a quarterly barrel-aged series.