Bart Watson: Early California Craft Production Data -1% for 2022 as Draft Struggles
Brewers Association (BA) chief economist Bart Watson continues to tease early data from the BA’s annual production survey, and the numbers aren’t getting any better.
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Migration Brewing is the Official Beer Provider for Portland Saturday Market
Migration Brewing has opened an outdoor beer garden at the Portland Saturday Market for the third year running. As one of Oregon’s most popular tourist attractions, and the nation’s largest open-air market, the weekly event has up to 1 million annual visitors.
Juneau Juice Hazy IPA Released As the Latest Year-Round Beer for Alaskan Brewing Company
Alaskan Brewing Company is releasing the popular Juneau Juice Hazy IPA as its latest year-round beer. This juicy Hazy IPA first proved itself as a breakroom favorite of the Brew Crew before graduating to a Rough Draft release and a rotating 16 oz release.
New Alfa Laval ThinkTop V20 Pushes the Boundaries of Valve Position Indication to Industry 4.0
The new Alfa Laval ThinkTop V20, the next generation of hygienic valve indication units, is driving digital transformation within the process industries. Moving valve position monitoring into the Industry 4.0 era delivers competitive advantage.
Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers Unveils Renovated Taproom Following Addition of “Tradition Meets Tech” Pilot System
Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers unveils a renovated taproom laser focused on the beer experience to complement an exciting lager program from their new, “Tradition Meets Tech” pilot system.
Founders Brewing Co. Announces Crafted in Michigan Collaboration Partner
Founders Brewing Company, part of Mahou USA, announced a new local partnership under the Crafted in Michigan Collaboration Series.
David Walker: Craft Brewers Are in Charge of Leading and Curating Beer Culture; Stresses Strength in Numbers
“We are beer culture now,” Firestone Walker co-founder David Walker opined Tuesday morning during the keynote speech at the California Craft Brewers Association’s Summit in Sacramento.
Pike Brewing Releases Mountains Out IPA
Pike Brewing is celebrating all things on March 20. Washington with the release of a new seasonal beer, Mountains Out IPA.
New Spiked Tea: Arnold Palmer Spiked Raspberry
After four years of unprecedented year-over-year growth [1], Arnold Palmer Spiked will once again expand its portfolio of spiked half & half offerings with the release of Arnold Palmer Spiked Raspberry Half & Half. The classic taste of iced tea and lemonade flavor you know and love, now with a splash of natural raspberry flavor and 5% ABV.
San Diego’s The Original 40 Brewing Company To Release Two Beers Friday That Pay Homage To Its North Park Neighborhood
San Diego’s The Original 40 Brewing Company will release two beers that pay homage to its North Park neighborhood – University Ave Kölsch and University Ave Raspberry Kölsch. Head Brewer Zack Kaplan made the announcement.
Steeplejack Brewing Foundation Series Now Available in Six-Packs
Steeplejack Brewing launches production and distribution of their Foundation Series in 12oz six-pack cans. The first beers to market in this new format are Pilsner and Northwest IPA.
Pernod Ricard Acquires Stake in Skrewball Whiskey
Pernod Ricard has made a play for flavored whiskey by acquiring a majority stake in peanut butter flavored Skrewball whiskey, the company announced today.
Urban South Brewery and Ben E. Keith Partner to Expand Distribution Across Greater Houston, Texas
Urban South Brewery, known for producing high quality, sessionable and affordable craft beers and hard seltzers, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Ben E. Keith distribution to bring their award-winning beers to even more consumers in the greater Houston, Texas area.
BeerBoard: Draft Volume Booms on St. Patrick’s Day
It was either the luck of the Irish, an aligning of stars or just excellent planning that had both St. Patrick’s Day and the opening weekend of March Madness falling on a Friday this year.