Low-Alc Haus Relaunches Under New Ownership
Sometimes it’s better to be right than to be early. Before the no/low alcohol category grew into a $11 billion business, Haus, a low-ABV Sonoma-based aperitif brand launched to much buzz in 2019.
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Silver Moon Brewing Consolidates Facilities
Silver Moon Brewing announced today a consolidation of the two brewing facilities that it has operated in for the past eight years. The consolidation will have Bend’s Avid Cider taking over the Redmond facility as a result of the 2022 partnership with Blakes Hard Cider of Michigan.
Monster Reaches Agreement to Acquire Bang
Monster Beverage Corp. has been revealed as the winning bidder for Vital Pharmaceuticals, maker of Bang Energy, per court documents filed Wednesday in the U.S. District Bankruptcy Court in Florida. However, a pending U.S. Federal Trade Commission investigation could derail the deal by tomorrow.
Two Roads Launches Limited-Edition Hard Seltzer Inspired by Philly’s Signature Frozen Treat: Meet Hard Wooder Ice
What’s spiked, iced and bursting with nostalgic flavor? Think water ice, adult style.
Artisanal Brewing Ventures Trending Up as Summer Begins
Artisanal Brewing Ventures’ key brands are trending up as summer begins. Year-to-date through June 4, the craft brewery platform’s off-premise sales (+13.1%) are outpacing the beer category (+3.8%) and the craft segment (-1.4%), CEO John Coleman shared, citing data from market research firm Circana.
Austin-Based Non-Alcoholic Beverage Brand Rick’s Near Beer Hits Shelves Across Texas
Rick’s Near Beer is rolling out its lineup of non-alcoholic craft beers and beverages at retail stores across the southern half of Texas, including HEB, Total Wine, Whole Foods, and more.
Nectar Hard Seltzer Launches New LTO Flavors and Digital Rewards Platform, Nectarverse
Nectar Hard Seltzer, the Asian-American hard seltzer brand known for its passionate community and viral marketing strategy, announced the launch of the limited-edition Spirit Pack made in collaboration with the Azuki digital anime collection. The Spirit Pack includes two new flavors and is available for purchase on the Nectarverse, a new digital platform that gives fans a voice in the future of the brand while earning real-life rewards.
Brewbound Podcast: A Collab Beer to Rebuild Ukraine
Wisconsin Brewing’s Paul Verdu and Move Ukraine’s Ken Shearer join the Brewbound Podcast to discuss the Move Ukraine collaboration beer project aimed at helping rebuild Ukraine.
Lunar Hard Seltzer Expands Distribution Network, Enters California
Just in time for summer, Lunar Hard Seltzer is excited to announce its expansion into California, bringing its full line of craft hard seltzers made with real Asian fruits to the West Coast for the first time and marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth plans.
NBWA: Wholesaler Orders Expand in June BPI for Second Consecutive Month; Below 9-Year Average
Total beer category ordering rose again in June, with a reading of 54, according to the latest Beer Purchasers’ Index (BPI) shared by the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA).
A-B CEO Makes First Media Appearance Since Bud Light Boycott
Anheuser-Busch U.S. (A-B) CEO Brendan Whitworth made his first major media appearance this morning since the conservative-led boycott of Bud Light began two months ago, appearing on CBS’ morning show.
WeldWerks Brewing Co. Releases Vacation-Like Beers for Third Quarter
WeldWerks Brewing Co. is sharing their next round of limited release beers—Strawberry Cheesecake and Vacay Everyday—which are available at the WeldWerks taproom on Friday, June 30. The beers will also travel to 24 out-of-state markets starting in July.
When Life Gives You Lemons… Drink a Ritas! Neshaminy Creek Launches Newest Flavor in Rita’s Fruit Brews Series: Lemon Ale
Following the success of Rita’s Fruit Brews Mango Blonde Ale, Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company (Neshaminy Creek) launches the next exciting flavor in its Rita’s Fruit Brews series, Lemon Ale, on June 30.
Vine Street Brewing Co., the First Black-Owned Brewery in Missouri, To Open in Kansas City
Vine Street Brewing Co., Kansas City’s newest brewery, determined to bring the joy of craft beer to diverse communities, announces June 30, 2023, as the official grand opening celebration. The 4,800-square-foot space at 2010 Vine St. houses a two-story taproom, brewhouse, and outdoor beer garden in the south end of the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District.