Bart Watson: ‘Don’t Denigrate Where Consumers are Entering Craft;’ Early Craft Volume Data Tracking Below Expectations

Bart Watson: ‘Don’t Denigrate Where Consumers are Entering Craft;’ Early Craft Volume Data Tracking Below Expectations

Craft beer dollar sales and volume at off-premise retailers declined in 2022, and 2023 is not expected to be much better for the segment. If craft wants to win consumers and occasions, producers must meet new consumers on their level, Brewers Association (BA) chief economist Bart Watson shared last week at the New England Craft Brew Summit.

Ball in Talks to Close Can Plant in Wallkill, New York

Ball in Talks to Close Can Plant in Wallkill, New York

The world’s largest manufacturer of aluminum cans is considering closing another production facility. Ball Corporation announced today that it has notified employees and union representatives of the potential closure of its plant in Wallkill, New York, as part of its collective bargaining agreement.

Oregon Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Raise Beer and Cider Taxes by $31 per Barrel by 2028

Oregon Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Raise Beer and Cider Taxes by $31 per Barrel by 2028

The latest iteration of a bill that would hike tax rates for Oregon beverage-alcohol producers was introduced in the state House of Representatives last month. House Bill 3312 (H.B. 3312) would raise taxes on beer and cider produced in the state from $2.60 per 31-gallon barrel to $33.60 per barrel by 2028 – a 1,200% increase over half a decade.

Brewbound ICYMI: Sierra Nevada Starts a Riot

Brewbound ICYMI: Sierra Nevada Starts a Riot

For only the second time in its 43-year history, Sierra Nevada has invested in another beverage company, albeit for a minority stake. The Chico, California-headquartered craft brewery announced it has made a minority investment in Riot Energy, a Venice, California-based energy drink maker.