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Meet Thorntail: A Hard Agave Brand Launching January 2024

Thorntail Hard Agave, the first such beverage created and produced in the Northwest, announced it will be available in QFC and Fred Meyer locations this month, thus setting its sights on becoming the quintessential drink of summer.

Sun King Brewery Launches Indianapolis Brewing Company Lager

Sun King Brewery, Indiana’s most awarded and best-selling local beer, proudly announces the launch of Indianapolis Brewing Company Lager, a premium American lager that pays homage to the rich brewing tradition of the Hoosier state. 

Asahi Leader Discusses Octopi Deal, Goal of 850K+ Barrels Produced

Asahi Leader Discusses Octopi Deal, Goal of 850K+ Barrels Produced

Japanese brewing giant Asahi aims to reach 1 million hectoliters – more than 850,000 barrels – in production in the medium-term following its acquisition of Wisconsin contract producer Octopi Brewing. Victoria Segebarth, managing director of EMEA & Americas at Asahi Europe & International, discussed the company’s plans for Octopi’s facility in Waunakee, Wisconsin, the acquisition… Read more »

Portico Brewing Shares 2023 Environmental Handprint Results

Portico Brewing Company has published its inaugural Environmental Handprint Report, documenting decreased emissions, a reduction in taproom waste, implementation of a taproom reusables program, and a variety of charitable giving and volunteering collaborations with local environmental non-profit groups.

Tröegs Releases Nugget Nectar

Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of its once-a-year favorite, Nugget Nectar. Excessively dry-hopped, this Imperial Amber Ale celebrates the arrival of “fresh-off-the-bine” Nugget hops from the brewery’s annual trek to the Pacific Northwest for hop selection.