Craft beer industry news.
California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed into law a bill that legalizes the sale of packaged beer at certified farmers’ markets, a right previously afforded only to winemakers in the state. The bill, AB 2004, enables craft brewers not only to exhibit and sell products at farmers markets, but also gives brewers the ability to sell beer and wine during private events on their own premises. The new law takes effect on January 1.
Holland, Michigan — In a series of recent announcements and restructuring, New Holland Brewing is proud to announce a new Vice President of Sales — Adam Lambert. Lambert, previously the VP of Sales for Delaware’s Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, will join the team in mid November.
Dogfish Head today announced significant changes to its executive leadership team, including the departure of longtime vice president of sales, Adam Lambert, who will leave the company to pursue a new opportunity within craft beer. The Delaware-based craft brewery also announced it would promote current chief operating officer, Nick Benz, to the role of CEO.
Denver, CO — Saint Archer Brewing Company is proud to announce their White Ale won the Gold Medal at this year’s Great American Beer Festival (GABF).
DENVER, CO — Heavy Seas’ Gold took home the bronze medal in the Golden or Blonde Ale category at the Great American Beer Festival this past weekend, October 2nd– 4th.
Exactly how hard is it to medal at the Great American Beer Festival? According to Brewers Association economist Bart Watson, you’ve got a better shot at getting into any university in the country. While that statistical comparison certainly highlights the competitive nature of the craft landscape, it’s not the crux of the Watson’s latest analysis.
STEVENS POINT, Wis. — Stevens Point Brewery has created 10 new jobs this year as sales of its handcrafted beers, hard ciders and gourmet sodas continue to grow with help from an improving economy and positive business climate in its core Wisconsin markets.
With a multiple expansion initiatives already underway, Bell’s Brewery said it plans to hire more than 100 people in an effort to fill both full- and part-time positions at its brewery and retail locations.
Stratford, CT –Two Roads newest year-round beer is its biggest yet! Two Roads own brewing czar, Phil Markowski, has taken a traditional Russian Imperial Stout and added a touch of “Amerika” to create a version that’s sure to please.ÔÇ¿ÔÇ¿
HARRISBURG PA – Pennsylvania breweries were awarded 14 medals, including 7 gold medals, at the 33rd Annual Great American Beer Festival (GABF) Competition, held this past weekend in Denver, Colorado.
Portland, ME — The “curious” beer “Curieux” is turning 10 years old.
Charlotte, NC — The fourth annual Queen City Brewers Festival (QCBF) will take place Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015 at the legendary Bojangles’ Coliseum. QCBF is a tasting event that showcases Charlotte’s breweries, brewpubs, bottle shops and craft beer-focused restaurants. Funds raised by the event benefit ACEing Autism. QCBF will be the first beer festival held… Read more »
Lexington, VA – Devils Backbone Brewing Company took home the titles for Mid-Size Brewing Company and Mid-Size Brewing Team of the year at the 2014 Great American Beer Festival, the largest brewing competition in the world. Devils Backbone has earned four national titles within five years. Steve Crandall, founder of Devils Backbone Brewing Company stated,… Read more »
There’s now a steady stream of private equity money flowing into craft — but will the floodgates open fully? How will the influx of investment capital impact the competitive landscape? We traveled to the 2014 Great American Beer Festival in Denver, Colo. to ask attendees for their thoughts.
