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Schlafly Releases Throwing Shade Pack for Solar Eclipse

Schlafly Beer, the original, independent craft brewery in St. Louis, announces the release of its new spring variety pack, Throwing Shade, a sampler fit for the celestial celebrations of the spring solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.

Talkhouse Encore Announces New Distributor Partnership

Talkhouse Encore, a line of refreshing, authentic and fruit-forward spirits-based canned seltzers, announces its ongoing partnership with New York-based distributor, LNJ Brands.

Steel City Beer Wholesalers Acquired

Steel City Beer Wholesalers, the brainchild of entrepreneur Shane Lohman and one of the driving forces behind the growth of the craft beer scene in Pittsburgh over the last decade, is thrilled to announce the successful sale of its brand portfolio.

Wormtown Brewery Launches Brand Refresh

Wormtown Brewery announces the launch of their brand refresh. The brewery’s upgraded look represents their mission to embrace their community, celebrate each day, and provide approachable drinks for everyone to enjoy.

Atwater Brewery Launches D Light to Retail

D Light, the ultra-popular low calorie, low carb brew that was exclusively sold at Comerica Park in the 2023 season is now available at retail!

Saint Arnold Revives Historic Grand Prize Beer Brand

Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Houston’s foremost craft brewery since 1994, recently added Grand Prize to its year-round beer lineup, reviving a brand that was once the best-selling beer in the Lone Star State.

Boston Beer Depletions -6%, Shipments -6% in 2023

Boston Beer Depletions -6%, Shipments -6% in 2023

Boston Beer Company’s shipments and depletions declined -6.2% and -6%, respectively, in 2023, the company reported today in its full-year and fourth-quarter earnings report.

Kroger/Albertsons vs The FTC: What Happens Next?

Kroger/Albertsons vs The FTC: What Happens Next?

As speculated last week, the next challenge for the proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons is coming from the federal government. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today announced it has filed a lawsuit to block the merger in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon, alongside a bipartisan group of nine attorneys generals from Arizona, California, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon and Wyoming.

Eight Lager Brand Enters Oklahoma, First Expansion Beyond Texas

Eight Lager Brand Enters Oklahoma, First Expansion Beyond Texas

Eight Elite Light Lager is expanding to Oklahoma this week, its first distribution move outside of Texas since launching in 2022. Entering its third year, the super premium lager brand backed by Monday Night Football broadcaster and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman is now on shelves in the Sooner State via the Molson Coors network.