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Stone Releases w00tstout

The 2015 vintage of the powerful yet sleek, potent yet nuanced, utterly delicious and highly coveted Drew Curtis/Wil Wheaton/Greg Koch Stone Farking Wheaton w00tstout is now arriving at select stores, bars and restaurants where Stone beers are sold.

Texas Ale Project and Deep Ellum Partner with Hyatt Regency Dallas

The Hyatt Regency Dallas at Reunion announces a new craft brewery package, making it easier for guests to enjoy one the city’s fastest growing trends. The hotel has partnered with two local breweries, Texas Ale Project and Deep Ellum Brewing Company, to provide visitors with an authentic Dallas craft beer experience.

River North Brewery Set to Release Imperial Saison

River North Brewery has been filling and stacking barrels all year, getting ready for a latter half of 2015 rife with special releases. But first, the brewery is bringing back its original barrel-aged brew, Whiskey Barrel J. Marie!

New Belgium to Re-Release Eric’s Ale

New Belgium Brewing is bringing back a Lips of Faith fan-favorite this summer with the latest installment of Eric’s Ale, named for long-time New Belgium brewer Eric Salazar.

Newcastle Launches Campaign Aimed At Light Beer Drinkers

Newcastle Brown Ale is campaigning to reach out to the drinkers of light beer. A common misconception about this brown ale is that it is heavy and bitter, but Newcastle is looking to change that perception. Newcastle Brown Ale is the No. 1 imported ale and the No. 1 brown ale, according to Nielsen Expanded All Outlets Combined + Convenience data for the latest 52 weeks ending May 23, 2015.

Colorado Brewers’ Festival Welcomes Big Crowds

The 26th edition of the Colorado Brewers’ Festival (COBF), held June 26-28, 2015 in downtown Fort Collins, welcomed large crowds, popular new features, shorter lines, and a more beer-minded focus.

Diamond Knot Releases Beach House Blonde Ale

When firefighters from the Mukilteo Fire Department approached Diamond Knot Craft Brewing about helping to raise funds for a potential benevolent fund, it was easy to say “absolutely!”

Vacationland Distributors Brings Farnham Ale & Lager To Maine

The team at Vacationland Distributors, LLC. proudly announce the U.S. launch of Farnham Ale & Lager, a craft beer made just across the border in North Farnham, Quebec. The Portland launch party will be at The Thirsty Pig on Friday, July 10th, and at Blaze in Bangor on or about Thursday, July 23rd.

Last Call: Maui to Open Restaurant; 5 Rabbit ‘Dumps Trump’

Last Call: Maui to Open Restaurant; 5 Rabbit ‘Dumps Trump’

What’s a cheeseburger in paradise without a beer? Maui Brewing, in its plans to open its first Oahu location next fall, is set to take over the space currently occupied by Jimmy Buffett’s at the Beachcomber, reports the Star Advertiser.

Sun King Opens New Fishers Tasting Room

Sun King Brewery celebrated the opening of the new Tap Room and Small-Batch Brewery on 96th Street in Fishers today. The new location will create new and unique specialty craft beers and offer patrons the opportunity to sample and enjoy Fresh•Local•Beer on site, as well as for carry out.

Deschutes Changes Bay Area Distributor

Deschutes Changes Bay Area Distributor

Deschutes Brewery today announced it has signed new distribution agreements with Horizon Beverage Company and Markstein Sales Company, for coverage throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Portland Brewing Releases Super S.M.A.S.H.

With July heat in full effect and Oregon Craft Beer Month underway, it’s the perfect time to double your summer fun with an extra special brew.