The Session Beer Equation: Less (Alcohol) Equals More (Sales)

The Session Beer Equation: Less (Alcohol) Equals More (Sales)

BOSTON – Session beer, a lower-alcohol craft beer trend emerging in the U.S market — and gaining momentum just in time for summer — may be a way for both on- and off-premise accounts to boost sales. The idea behind session beers, say their advocates, is that they offer consumers the ability to drink multiple… Read more »

Alaskan Brewing’s Newest Pilot Series Beer Debuts September 1st

Alaskan Brewing’s Newest Pilot Series Beer Debuts September 1st

JUNEAU, AK – Alaskan Perseverance Ale, a Russian Imperial Stout made with smoked malts, fireweed honey and birch syrup, is the latest ‘Pilot Series’ beer from Alaskan Brewing. Brewed in celebration of their 25th anniversary, Perseverance checks in at 9.0%ABV and 50 IBU’s. The beer is set to release September 1st to all 11 states… Read more »

Two Beers Brewing Releases Three Popular Styles In Cans

Two Beers Brewing Releases Three Popular Styles In Cans

SEATTLE, WA — Today, Two Beers Brewing released three of its popular Northwest-style brews in 12-ounce aluminum cans. The Seattle area microbrewery, located in SoDo, is the first Washington craft brewery to package its beers in the familiar aluminum cladding. Known for its flagship Evolutionary IPA, Two Beers Brewing begins distributing cans in dozens of… Read more »

Deschutes Brewery Releases Black Butte XXIII

Deschutes Brewery Releases Black Butte XXIII

BEND, OR – This year, we’re proud to present Black Butte XXIII-a double porter guaranteed to raise the ante for dark beer lovers everywhere. Where XXII attempted, XXIII succeeds. Polished porter elegance partners with uncanny nuances of spicy chili, orange, and chocolate in fitting tribute to a tradition of innovation and excellence. Twenty-three years ago,… Read more »

Karl Strauss Red Trolley Goes “Off The Rails”

Karl Strauss Red Trolley Goes “Off The Rails”

SAN DIEGO, CA – After brewing the award-winning Red Trolley Ale for more than two decades, Karl Strauss Brewing Company is ready to unveil the beer’s turbo charged cousin—Off the Rails. Off the Rails is a double version of Red Trolley Ale with more malt, more hops, and more alcohol. This West Coast Imperial Red… Read more »

Avery Brewing To Release Meretrix July 16th

Avery Brewing To Release Meretrix July 16th

BOULDER, CO – Avery Brewing Company will host a special release party, July 16th at 5 PM for their newest brrel-aged series beer Meretrix. Their barrel aged beers are brewed on a one and done basis and are sold only through the brewery releases. All of the information can be found in the press release… Read more »

Beachwood BBQ and Brewing Opens July 5th

Beachwood BBQ and Brewing Opens July 5th

LONG BEACH, CA – We are pleased to announce that after two-plus years of hard work and anticipation, that Beachwood BBQ and Brewing will be opening our doors Tuesday July 5th, 2011 in downtown Long Beach.

Youth Driving For Success At Golden Road

Youth Driving For Success At Golden Road

ATWATER VILLAGE, CA — Just yesterday the world saw our nation’s youth take center stage at the 2011 NBA draft. And while craft beer shares very little (if any) similarities with the NBA, one thing is certain; it’s the youth that are the future of both the NBA and craft beer businesses. So while Meg… Read more »

Citizen Cope To Headline Redhook’s 30th Birthday Bash

Citizen Cope To Headline Redhook’s 30th Birthday Bash

PORTSMOUTH, N.H. – Join Redhook Brewery for his 30th birthday bash and the 15th annual RedhookFest. The monumental birthday will be headlined by indie rocker Citizen Cope and is expected to attract thousands of craft beer and music lovers from across New England for a summertime bash in the brewery’s backyard.

No More Public Tours At Victory Brewing Company

No More Public Tours At Victory Brewing Company

DOWNINGTOWN, PA – Victory Brewing Company made the decision yesterday to no longer offer brewery tours. According to Co-Founder Bill Covaleski, the decision wasn’t easy, but necessary in order to keep up with production operations as demand for beer has increased. Below is a letter from Covaleski to fans, posted on the Victory Blog yesterday.

Notch Session ‘Saison’ Hits Market Next Week

Notch Session ‘Saison’ Hits Market Next Week

BOSTON – Chris Lohring, the Founder of Notch Session, is releasing his newest beer in bottles since the launch of the brand at the beginning of March. For the first time ever, Notch will package a Saison in 22oz bottles. According to Lohring, he is using the 220z packaging as a market test to see… Read more »

Boulevard Brewing Company Raises The Roof

Boulevard Brewing Company Raises The Roof

KANSAS CITY, MO — With the completion last summer of the latest in a series of plant expansions, the folks at Boulevard Brewing thought they had bought themselves a little breathing room. But growing demand and a host of new brands and packages compelled the company to accelerate its timetable.

Upslope Brewing’s Craft Lager Now Available

Upslope Brewing’s Craft Lager Now Available

BOULDER, CO – Just in time for summer, Upslope Brewing Company has released its highly anticipated Craft Lager beer. The lager cousin to our family of fine ales, this premium American brew is light-bodied and clean finishing. Snowmelt-infused and river-ready, our Colorado-style session beer honors its upstream roots through the 1% for Rivers Campaign. One… Read more »