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Wormtown Brewery Partners with Black Ale Project

Wormtown Brewery, an annual supporter of the Black Ale Project since its inception in late 2016, is partnering with the veteran-run organization to continually help those in need in the Worcester area and beyond.

Drizly Expands Network in Florida

Drizly, North America’s first and largest alcohol e-commerce marketplace, today announced a major expansion of its network in Jacksonville with the addition of six stores in Metro Jacksonville and three locations in Jacksonville Beach.

Iron Fist Launches Celeste Belgian-Style Saison

As the days grow longer and the sun finally starts piercing through those clouds, Iron Fist prepares to toast the long hot days to come with Celeste–a deeply refreshing Belgian style Saison.

Lone Pine Brewing Company Expands Distribution to Pennsylvania and Rhode Island

Lone Pine Brewing Company will now be distributing to Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. The Portland and Gorham-based Maine brewery will be taking a scaled and thoughtful approach to distribution in these new markets, releasing 16 oz. cans and kegs to select regions in both states throughout the summer.

Creature Comforts Releases Pale Ale for 2019 Get Artistic Initiative

Creature Comforts Brewing Company will launch the 2019 season of its Get Artistic community outreach program on June 8. Coinciding with Creature Comforts’ purpose of creating enjoyable experiences, inspiring others to pursue their passion, and encouraging people to care for their community, the brewery launched its Get Artistic program in June 2018 to support the local arts community.

Reformation Brewery Reformulates Recipe for Oren Pale Ale

Reformation Brewery has announced a new look and recipe for their year round offering, OREN. Making its way to taproom and craft beer retailers as a Pale Ale at 5% ABV beginning this week, the beer will be available everywhere Reformation Brewery beer is sold across their Georgia & Tennessee footprint.

Nectar Launches Sonar Bottle Caps, Hires Campari and Diageo Execs

Nectar, the company bringing long-overdue innovation to the hospitality industry by tackling the problem of lost revenue and inventory inefficiencies has announced a series of strategic products and leadership steps.

Castle Island Reopens Boston Beer Garden

Castle Island Brewing’s Beer Garden has returned to Constitution Wharf for a second season overlooking the Boston skyline. Dubbed Castle Island at Constitution Wharf, the waterfront pop-up, which opened on Thursday May 30th, is based in Charlestown next to the historical USS Constitution.

Modern Times to Add Year-Round Distribution in Colorado

After years of limited distribution runs, events, and good times in the Centennial State, we are absolutely thrilled to announce the advent of permanent distribution for Modern Times in Colorado.

Many Top 50 Craft Breweries Struggling to Grow, Brewers Association Data Suggests

Many Top 50 Craft Breweries Struggling to Grow, Brewers Association Data Suggests

More than half of the top 50 Brewers Association-defined craft brewing companies didn’t grow in 2018, according to data published in the May/June edition of the not-for-profit trade group’s New Brewer magazine. It’s the third consecutive year that at least half of the top 50 regional craft brewing companies — those producing between 15,000 and six million barrels of beer a year — didn’t grow. In 2018, 28 of the top 50 small and independent breweries either declined or remained flat. In fact, just seven companies in the top 20 posted mid-to-low single-digit growth.

Telluride Brewing Co. Releases Telluride Mountain Beer Kölsch

Telluride Brewing Co. brewmaster, Chris Fish, and president, Tommy Thacher, created a beer so perfect for the relaxed, outdoor lifestyle of the place they call home, they decided to name it after the town. They are proud to announce the addition of Telluride Mountain Beer, a traditional-style Kölsch, to their year round line up of cans and kegs.

TALEA Beer Co. Releases Lunch Date Pale Ale

TALEA Beer Co. launched on April 29, 2019 with SUN UP, a hazy IPA. Founded by Tara Hankinson and LeAnn Darland, TALEA (pronounced tuh-lay-uh) aims to create easy-drinking staples and rotating seasonals that are approachable for even the most casual beer drinker.