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2 Towns Ciderhouse Releases Fly’n South

Corvallis, Ore. — 2 Towns is excited to announce the recent release of Fly’n South, an apple and Gooseberry cider. This cider is the fourth installment of the 2 Towns Ciderhouse Limited Release line. Fly’n South follows the Limited Release model of unconventional ingredients paired together to create unexpected and tantalizing tastes.

Pyramid Launches Beer with Portland Trail Blazers

Portland, OR — As a salut to “Mayor of Rip City” Bill Schonely, Pyramid Breweries and the Trail Blazers are releases Schonz’ Red Session Ale with an exclusive launch party. Guests will have the opportunity to try this special beer offering alongside its namesake. The limited-edition Schonz’ Red Session Ale will be available on draft… Read more »

Pelican Brewing Releases Mother of All Storms

Pacific City, OR — Along the Oregon Coast ominous clouds can blow in at a moment’s notice. These storm systems bring heavy precipitation and high winds across the entire Pacific Northwest seaboard. Often the strongest squalls will be over in a matter of minutes while others can last for days. Knowing exactly when a storm… Read more »

Sprecher Releases Czar Brew and Commando

Glendale, WI — For the past two years Sprecher Brewing Company’s bourbon barrel-aged Czar Brew and Commando have been doing just that, aging in white oak bourbon barrels. These deliciously complex brews have melded and mellowed to a degree never achieved before, at least not one available for public consumption.

SanTan Releases Sex Panther

Chandler, AZ — Craft beer fanatics and lovers of all things smooth and chocolate know that Sex Panther brings the flavor while taming the beast within. Whether you’re getting cozy with a box of chocolates or smoking up a pork roast, Sex Panther will have you purring like a kitten with its chocolaty flavor and… Read more »

Distribution Roundup: Fort Collins Brewery Taps Arizona, its 23rd State

Distribution Roundup: Fort Collins Brewery Taps Arizona, its 23rd State

Beginning early November, Fort Collins Brewery will ship its core lineup and select seasonal offerings throughout Arizona per an agreement with Young’s Market Company. Named after the northern Colorado town it was founded in, Fort Collins will round its distribution footprint out to 23 states with the launch.

Steamworks to Release Pumpkin Spruce

DURANGO, Colo. — Always looking to celebrate the seasons, Steamworks Brewing Co. has developed a special firkin recipe with a nod to autumn. The brewpub will roll out a “Pumpkin Spruce” firkin as part of Firkin Friday, its monthly showcase of unique hand-crafted beers. The keg will be tapped at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov…. Read more »

Blue Hills Releases Two New Beers

Canton, MA — Blue Hills Brewery is happy to announce the release of two new canned beers this week, just in time for Halloween.

Sawtooth to Celebrate Third Anniversary

Ketchum, ID — Sawtooth Brewery is celebrating their 3rd Anniversary November 8 with the biggest party of fall slack!

NYC Brewers Guild Announces New York City Beer Week

New York, NY — Following the incredibly successful fundraiser “Blocktoberfest”, the New York City Brewers Guild is thrilled to announce the “7th Annual New York City Beer Week 2015” taking place within all five boroughs from Friday, Feb. 20 – Sunday, March 1, 2015.

Saint Archer Releases New Variety Pack

San Diego, CA — San Diego’s Saint Archer Brewing Co. is proud to announce another way to enjoy their beers: The new 12-Can Variety Pack. Inside, loyal fans of Saint Archer—or craft beer fans looking to explore the range of a new brewery—can experience much of the taste spectrum that has spurred the brewery’s incredible… Read more »

Figueroa Mountain Plans German Production Facility, Further Expansions at Home

Figueroa Mountain Plans German Production Facility, Further Expansions at Home

Figueroa Mountain Brewing, one of California’s faster-growing, but relatively unknown, craft breweries, has announced a slew of expansion plans that include a new international presence, adding three new taprooms and turning over distribution rights to a local beer wholesaler. The company plans to start contract brewing in Germany within six months while it searches for a location to build its own facility in the Bavarian region of the country.

New Belgium and Wicked Weed Release Tributary

ASHEVILLE — On November 15th, Wicked Weed Brewing and New Belgium Brewing are releasing Tributary Imperial Brett Saison, a beer that pays homage to North Carolina, Colorado and clean water.