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Burnside Brewing Releases Skatepark Project Ale

Portland, OR – Burnside Brewing Co. releases a long in the making collaboration “Project Ale” today Thursday June 19th, a tribute to the legendary Burnside Skatepark in Portland, OR.

Full Tilt Brewing to Release Baltimore Pale Ale

Baltimore, Maryland – FULL TILT BREWING is set to release their newest offering and first of their “Fully Tilted” line of specialty brews, this year’s Fully Tilted Baltimore Pale Ale at 7.3% ABV and 75 IBUs. This beer launch event is open to the public.

The Maine Brew Bus Launches ‘Hop and Go’ Shuttle

The Maine Brew Bus Launches ‘Hop and Go’ Shuttle

The Maine Brew Bus began operating its free-to-board shuttle service this week, taking locals and tourists alike around the Portland peninsula for a taste of craft in Vacationland. Dubbed the “Hop and Go,” the 14-passenger green bus — identifiable by being distinctly a 14-passenger green bus — operates on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4-7:00 p.m…. Read more »

Starr Hill Brewery to Release King of Hop Imperial IPA

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA—Starr Hill Brewery, one of the most award-winning craft breweries on the East Coast, is introducing the fourth installment of its limited release All Access series, King of Hop Imperial India Pale Ale.

Point Brewery to Sponsor Charity Golf Tournament

STEVENS POINT, WIS. — Golfers in the upcoming Joe Pavelski Charity Golf Tournament will play the Stevens Point Country Club’s fairways and greens thanks in part to the Stevens Point Brewery, presenting sponsor of the 2014 event.

Beer Industry Veteran Questions Franchise Reform Efforts

Beer Industry Veteran Questions Franchise Reform Efforts

Longtime beer industry veteran Mike Mazzoni offered up his remarks on franchise law reform at last week’s Beer Marketer’s Insights conference in Chicago. His underlying point: the three-tier system has benefitted craft beer and franchise reform could benefit both brewers and distributors alike, but at the expense of brand equity.

Press Clips: The Politics of Beer

Press Clips: The Politics of Beer

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and state legislators have struck a deal to cut back some of the “burdensome requirements” that restrict the sale and marketing of craft products in the state. The compromise bill, which will take effect 30 days after it is signed into law, lifts a production cap for small beer, wine, spirits and cider producers.

Russian River’s Pliny the Elder Voted Best Commercial Beer

Boulder, CO ÔÇó June 18, 2014 — The American Homebrewers Association’s (AHA) members like their beers bitter and voted Russian River Brewing Company’s Pliny the Elder the “Best Commercial Beer in America” for the sixth year running. The poll is conducted annually by Zymurgy magazine—the journal of the AHA.

Uinta Brewing to Release 801 Pilsner

Salt Lake City, UT — As a tribute to their hometown, Uinta Brewing Company introduces 801 Pilsner. The 801 brand embodies Uinta’s appreciation and enthusiasm for the Utah market who has been supporting and drinking Uinta for 21 years.

Upland Brewing Releases Three Sours

Bloomington, IN — For the first time ever, Upland Brewing Co will be releasing its first beer brewed with an edible flower. Our newest sour ale, Viola , gives our classic oak aged sour ale a new twist using fresh viola flowers.

The Lost Abbey Looks to Open Tasting Room in Cardiff

San Marcos, CA, — Looking to continue to grow The Lost Abbey and Port Brewing’s offerings to even more Southern Californians, The Lost Abbey is taking steps to opening its first satellite tasting room, choosing the community of Cardiff.

Colorado Brewers Guild and Imbibe Denver Present Sesh Fest

DENVER — The Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG) and Imbibe Denver present the second event in the Lovibond series, Sesh Fest on August 2 from 3 — 7 p.m at Sculpture Park in downtown Denver.

Fort Collins Brewery to Release 1020 Pale Ale

Fort Collins, Colo. — The Fort Collins Brewery, along with Gravity 1020 Modern Tavern is excited to announce the newest addition to the FCB full time lineup, 1020 Pale Ale, coming October 2014.