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Saint Arnold Brewing Co. Releases Bishop’s Barrel No. 6

HOUSTON, TX -Saint Arnold Brewing Co., the oldest craft brewery in Texas, today releases Saint Arnold Bishop’s Barrel No. 6, the latest release in the brewery’s small batch series of barrel-aged beers. Saint Arnold Bishop’s Barrel No. 6 is an imperial pumpkin stout that has spent the past nine months aging in oak barrels that… Read more »

Stone and Maui Brewing Launch Joint Distribution Venture

Stone and Maui Brewing Launch Joint Distribution Venture

Greg Koch began the first day of his four-month sabbatical like any typical businessman would, by launching yet another business in Hawaii. While we’re pretty sure the new joint venture with Maui Brewing Company will afford time for Koch to work on his tan, Maui — Stone Craft Beverages (as its being called) will initially distribute about 12 craft beer brands on the island of Maui.

Odell Brewing to Release Tree Shaker Imperial Peach IPA

Fort Collins, CO. — On February 22nd, Odell Brewing will celebrate the return of Tree Shaker, an Imperial Peach IPA, brewed with over 3000 pounds of pureed peaches grown on the Western slope of Colorado.

Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest Sold Out

Paso Robles, CA—A wormhole of geekery opened up in the craft beer universe at the stroke of midnight last Friday when tickets to the 2014 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest on May 31 sold out in 22 minutes.

Woodchuck CEO Stepping Down on March 1

Woodchuck CEO Stepping Down on March 1

Vermont Hard Cider Company today announced that Bret Williams, the company’s president and CEO, will resign on March 1. The news of Williams’ exit comes about 16 months after Vermont Hard Cider — maker of Woodchuck Hard Cider — was acquired by the C&C Group for $305 million.

Victory Brewing Co. to Release Swing Session Saison

DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Swing Session Saison, the jazzy spring seasonal by Victory Brewing Company┬« (Victory) is back on shelves this February and ready to tempt taste buds into the spring.

Moylan’s Brewery Releases Lonely Tarts Club for Valentine’s Day

Novato, CA. — Moylan’s Brewery announced today the release of their newest beer, Lonely Tarts Club. This cherry sour is made with both sweet and sour cherries, fermented with three Belgian yeast strains, and soured with Lactobacillus.

Founders Brewing Co. Launches KBS Week

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— Founders Brewing Co. is happy to announce that they’re doing something a bit different for their release of Kentucky Breakfast Stout (KBS) this year.

Red Brick Brewing Co. to Host Georgia Craft Beer Fest

ATLANTA– On March 22, 2014 Georgia’s craft brewers will convene under the banner of the “Georgia Craft Beer Fest” to celebrate the state’s flourishing craft beer community.

‘Millions’ Being Invested Behind Yuengling Launch in Massachusetts

‘Millions’ Being Invested Behind Yuengling Launch in Massachusetts

Craft Brewers Guild of Boston spared no expense and literally rolled out the red carpet at Tuesday night’s Yuengling industry-only launch event for the state of Massachusetts. L. Knife & Son’s craft-focused wholesaler that services all of Massachusetts invited upwards of 4,000 restaurant owners, bar managers, off-premise retailers and media members to a lavish rollout party complete with 1920’s-style flappers, casino games, live music and ice sculptures.

Drinks Americas Issues Industry and Company Update

LOS ANGELES, CA — Drinks Americas (OTC: DKAM; “Drinks Americas” or the “Company”), the exclusive United States broker for leading premium authentic Mexican beers currently present in over 32 states, today issued an industry and company update, commenting on market and sector growth, business progress made in 2013, and growth plans for 2014.

‘Crafting a Nation’ Examines how Craft Brewers are Rebuilding Economy

Crafting A Nation Official Extended Trailer from Crafting A Nation on Vimeo. LOS ALAMOS, NM—A new documentary titled, “Crafting a Nation” examines how American craft brewers are rebuilding the economy by creating jobs, tax revenue and instilling a renewed sense of entrepreneurship in America.