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Brewers Association Issues Statement on Senator’s Appointment to Small Brewers Caucus

Boulder, CO—The Brewers Association, the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American craft brewers, issued the following statement regarding the appointment of Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) as co-chair of the Senate Bipartisan Small Brewers Caucus: “The more than 2,900 craft breweries in the U.S. play a significant role in our national economy, providing… Read more »

Grand Canyon Brewing Co. Releases Shaggy Bock Bomber

Phoenix, AZ—The Grand Canyon Brewing Company just released their winter seasonal, Shaggy Bock Bomber and it’s smoky malt flavor will have you dreaming of camping trips, mountain climbing and white water rafting down the Grand Canyon trails.

Deschutes Brewery Gives Back to the Community

Bend, OR – Each year, Deschutes Brewery dedicates $1 per barrel sold to charities throughout its distribution area to help fulfill a goal of building a healthier society.

Craft Brewers in Georgia Clash with State Legislators

Craft Brewers in Georgia Clash with State Legislators

The efforts of Georgia-based craft brewers to change Prohibition era regulations have been met with tough opposition from state legislators. Georgia’s current three-tier regulations make it illegal for brewers to sell beer at their breweries for off-premise consumption. Some startup brands claim the laws have stunted growth and restricted access to cash flow necessary for… Read more »

Beachwood Brewing Releases 8 Buffalo Imperial Stout

Long Beach, CA — Skillfully aged in bourbon barrels for one year, Beachwood Brewing announces the release of 8 Buffalo Imperial Stout. Buffalo buffalo Buffalo buffalo buffalo buffalo Buffalo buffalo. An ode to Professor William Rapaport’s grammatically correct sentence, Buffalo 8 Imperial Stout has notes of roast that blend seamlessly with vanilla and rich toffee.

Shmaltz Brewing Co. Announces Lineup of Events for NYC Beer Week

New York – As the President of the New York City Brewers Guild, Shmaltz Brewing Founder and CEO, Jeremy Cowan has worked with his fellow NYC Brewers to put together the biggest, baddest, most mind-blowing craft beer bash they could think of! Behold, the 6th Annual New York City Beer Week 2014, happening in venues… Read more »

BevNET FBU: Working with a Speciality Insurance Agency

BevNET FBU: Working with a Speciality Insurance Agency

Brewbound’s sister site, BevNET FBU (Food and Beverage University), is expanding its coverage into craft beer. FBU is an on-demand, video-based learning tool designed for entrepreneurs and newcomers to the food and beverage industry.

New Belgium Expands in Canada

New Belgium Expands in Canada

New Belgium Brewing today announced it will expand distribution throughout Alberta, Canada, starting February 24, per an agreement with Horizon Beers. The brewery will initially rollout its flagship Fat Tire Amber Ale and Ranger IPA on draft and in six-packs. New Belgium’s Rampant Imperial IPA, Snapshot Wheat, select offerings from the Lips of Faith Series,… Read more »