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DESTIHL Brewery Begins Canning

Bloomington, IL – DESTIHL┬« Brewery, of Bloomington, Illinois, has released its first beer cans to market.

Beer Institute Recognizes Alcohol Awareness Month

WASHINGTON, DC — During the month of April, the Beer Institute will recognize Alcohol Awareness Month and the significant progress being made in reducing drunk driving and underage drinking with the support of major brewers and beer importers.

Saint Archer Begins Canning Flagship Offerings

San Diego – San Diego’s Saint Archer Brewing Company was founded on a unique strain of creative talent: World-class brewers. Artists and musicians. Surfers, skateboarders, and snowboardersÔǪ All coming together with passion and commitment to express our collective true love —— handcrafted beer.

Slumbrew Makers Expand with New Brewery and Taproom

Slumbrew Makers Expand with New Brewery and Taproom

It took nearly three years, but Boston-area craft beer producer Somerville Brewing Company, has finally found its home. The company, which first introduced its “Slumbrew” line of beers in October 2011, today announced it has signed a lease on a 3,600 sq. ft. space in Somerville and plans to open a new production facility and… Read more »

Samuel Adams Expands Brewing the American Dream Program

BOSTON, MA — Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream today announced that it is expanding its program in the coming year and expects to lend another $1 million in microloans and increase its coaching and counseling activities.

The Just Beer Project Announces First Seasonal Offering

Burlington, VT — After a Polar Vortex winter, and a finicky groundhog’s foresight, beer drinkers everywhere are ready for something to accompany them into the season designed for simplicity and social activities.

Publik Draft House Issues Call for Great Southern Craft Beer Competition Entries

ATLANTA — Following the successful passing of the local ordinance in accordance with the Georgia General Assembly House Bill 99, Publik Draft House (P.D.H) announces its official call for entries for the Great Southern Craft Beer Competition (www.greatsouthernbeercompetition.com).

Highland Brewing Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Asheville, NC – Twenty years has passed since Highland first opened its creaky basement door, in a town otherwise bereft of breweries.

The Lost Abbey to Sell Veritas 013 Online

San Marcos, CA, — The Lost Abbey will be releasing the newest version of its exceptionally rare Veritas Ale this month, continuing the trend of being a sought-after small batch of beers.

Andrews Distributing Finalizes Purchase of Coors Wholesaler

Andrews Distributing Finalizes Purchase of Coors Wholesaler

Andrews Distributing Company today announced it has finalized the purchase of the former Coors Distributing Company in Fort Worth, Tex, gaining eight new brewing partners and over 3,000 retail accounts in the region. The acquisition, according to a press release, is expected to increase Andrews’ beer and Red Bull sales from 28 million to 33… Read more »

Fort Collins Brewery to Release Hoptitude

Fort Collins, Colo. — The Fort Collins Brewery, along with Gravity 1020 Modern Tavern is excited to celebrate the release of their seasonal brew, Hoptitude in conjunction with the Craft Brewers Conference.

Kirin Partners with Celebrity Chef to Grow Asian Cuisine Movement

ST. LOUIS — Kirin today announced it has partnered with celebrity chef and Top Chef contestant, Candice Kumai, to share Japanese-style beer pairings with foodies, as traditional Japanese and Asian-fusion cuisines continue to grow in popularity.

Press Clips: Yuengling’s First Month in Mass.; Hindy Speaks Out

Press Clips: Yuengling’s First Month in Mass.; Hindy Speaks Out

Yuengling’s quick rollout should come as no surprise. In January, Yuengling COO Dave Casinelli told Brewbound that he’d be “very disappointed” if the company failed to capture five percent of the Massachusetts beer market in the first 12 months of the brand’s return. “Not since Coors or Corona has a brand come along that will have as much impact as Yuengling will in Massachusetts,” he said at the time.