Craft beer industry news.
WASHINGTON, DC — The Beer Institute Board of Directors announced today the election of Rogue Ales president Brett Joyce as its newest member. Joyce succeeds Brooklyn Brewery president Steve Hindy in the board seat.
Clare Rose Inc., continuing as the premier distributor of New York-made beverages, is proud to announce a new partnership with one of the most exciting breweries on Long Island: Port Jeff Brewing Company from Port Jefferson, New York.
First Beverage Financial, the investment banking arm of First Beverage Group, today announced that it acted as the financial advisor to 10 Barrel Brewing in its planned sale to Anheuser-Busch. The two parties have entered into a purchase agreement and anticipate closing by the end of 2014.
Only four years ago Figueroa Mountain Brewing Company opened up their brewery and first taproom in Buellton, California. Since then, the company has experienced fast growth with two more taprooms opening in Santa Barbara and Los Olivos.
STEVENS POINT, Wis. —Whole Hog Espresso Stout, the latest “big beer” in the Stevens Point Brewery’s Whole Hog Limited Edition portfolio, is proof that coffee and beer are made for each other.
AUSTIN, TX — Seattle Cider Company and KEG 1 have announced a new partnership to bring Seattle Cider’s unique selection of craft ciders to Austin, Texas. Seattle’s first cidery since Prohibition, Seattle Cider Co. is known for its handcrafted collection of dry, flavorful ciders, successfully bridging the gap between beer and wine. Welcoming Texas as… Read more »
East Haven, CT — Overshores Brewing Co., Connecticut’s first and only dedicated Belgian style brewery will host a Grand Opening Holiday Bash on Saturday, December 13, 2014 from noon-4:00 pm. This free admission event will feature live music, Belgian beer specials, limited edition beers, brewery tours, giveaways, and food trucks.
Bend, Oregon — Deschutes Brewery beers will finally flow year round in the greater Washington DC area this coming Monday, November 10! The brewery is so excited about reaching our nation’s capital that they’re sending a few folks out to celebrate with fans November 18-20 at area launch events.
COOPERSTOWN, NY — On the HBO series Game of Thrones, things are often not what they seem. There may be no better example than the three-eyed raven – which in Bran Stark’s dreams and visions is a bird. But as Bran discovers in the season four finale, the raven is actually a mysterious old man… Read more »
Southern Tier Brewing is strengthening its executive roster. The company yesterday announced it hired Brendan Smith as its new vice president of sales and marketing. The move comes nearly two months after a recent capital infusion from private equity firm Ulysses Management LLC. Smith most recently held the role of senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Smithfield Foods, a global food processor with $13 billion in annual sales.
When the National Beer Wholesalers Association tapped Navy SEAL Robert O’Neill to speak at its annual conference this past summer, the network of distributors knew they were getting someone highly qualified to dole out wisdom on the topics of “leadership, decision-making, operating in uncertain environments and how to become the ‘best of the best.’” That’s how the network pitched his appearance in a July press release, anyway.
BOSTON, MA — Brewed, not baked. Poured, not sliced. Inspired by a classic tale and deliciously spiced. The Harpoon Brewery is pleased to introduce UFO Gingerland, a gingerbread-inspired beer brewed with cinnamon, clove, and ginger. This new seasonal offering from the brewer’s popular UFO series, a line of unfiltered beers, has arrived for the winter… Read more »
10 Barrel co-founder Jeremy Cox said the decision to sell was driven largely by his company’s rapid growth and the need for a more mature infrastructure. “We had some challenges growing the business,” he said “About three months ago, we realized we needed to find a strategic partner to help us with that.”
Ft. Collins, Colo. — With the first snowfall already arriving for some, it’s starting to feel more and more like winter, which means the return of beloved cold-weather favorites from New Belgium Brewing. Accumulation White IPA and 2┬░ Below Winter Ale can be found on shelves now, with Frambozen arriving November 11. This year marks… Read more »
