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Asia Beer Market Investment: Vietnam and South Korea Take Centre Stage
Camel Beer has broken ground on a roughly US$107 million beer and beverage plant in Cần Thơ, while South Korea’s HiteJinro is preparing to brew Kirin Ichiban locally for the first time. Both moves point to the same regional pattern: brewers are investing in production closer to fast-growing Asian demand.
Can Brewery Decarbonisation Heat Pumps Work? Heineken Cuts Manchester Emissions by 42%
Heineken UK has cut CO2 emissions intensity at its Manchester brewery by 42% after investing £28.2 million in large-scale industrial heat-pump technology. The site is Heineken’s largest UK brewery, and it produces around 2.5 million pints a day.
Oktoberfest Beer Prices 2026: Why a Maß Now Costs Up to €15.90 (Who Gets to Brew It)
Oktoberfest beer prices 2026 range from €14.80 to €15.90 for a litre of beer (Maß), an average increase of 2.38% from 2025, according to the festival’s official website.
Draught Relief: Why UK Brewers Are Calling for a Beer Tax Cut Before the October Budget
Beer and pub trade bodies are stepping up calls for changes to UK beer duty ahead of the October 28, 2026 Budget. The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) is calling for a beer duty freeze and stronger draught-duty support. Meanwhile, the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) is running its “Drop the Tap Tax” campaign, focused specifically on expanding Draught Relief for beer sold through pubs.
Extreme Drought Slams German Hop Harvest 2026 with 22% Drop
The official German hop harvest 2026 estimate points to a yield roughly 22% below normal, following one of the hottest, driest summers on record. Extreme heat and prolonged drought have reduced crop potential across growing regions, putting pressure on this year’s supply.
Canadian Beer Import Ban in the US: What Took Effect September 29
As of 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) on September 29, 2026, the United States prohibits imports of many Canadian alcoholic beverages, including packaged beer, under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930.
Craft Beer Around the World (From Ancient Roots to Modern Brewing)
Craft beer now feels universal, yet many modern craft brewing practices trace back to one failing brewery in San Francisco. Today, craft beer reflects the character of the places where it is brewed, while connecting breweries, pubs, bars, and beer lovers across borders.
World Beer Cup 2027: Everything You Need to Know Before Joining
For breweries eyeing the World Beer Cup 2027, preparation starts now! The next edition will give craft brewery owners a rare chance to showcase their beers on an international stage and connect with the global brewing community.
Top 50 Craft Breweries in the US (According to the Brewers Association’s 2025 Rankings)
The Brewers Association’s 2025 production report offers a nuanced snapshot of American craft beer. Released in April 2026, “A Year of Correction for Craft Beer, With Early Signals of Recovery” reports a 4% decline in total craft production to 22.034 million barrels, while craft beer’s share of the overall beer market edged up from 13.2% to 13.4%.
10 Craft Beer Sales Strategies You Should Try in 2027
Breweries, pubs, and bars now have to sell smarter, not just harder, to protect margins and stay visible in a highly crowded market. That means rethinking how products reach customers, how accounts are won, and how relationships turn into repeat sales.
Creative Brewery Marketing Ideas: 10 Unique Ways to Pack Your Taproom in 2027
A memorable promotion can turn a regular taproom visit into an experience people want to share, talk about, and repeat. Effective brewery marketing gives people a reason to choose one taproom over another and keeps the brand fresh in a highly competitive market.
5 Bar Website Design Improvements That Boost Foot Traffic
Like almost every other business in the marketplace now, a bar’s website has become a vital information tool for your customers. Having an idea of the kind of content your customers are looking for and what changes you need to make is vital for your audience, especially new patrons who haven’t visited your bar before.
Top 15 Craft Beer Markets in Asia Pacific
Craft beer markets in Asia Pacific offer major opportunities for breweries, suppliers and beer businesses. Explore the top 15 markets and what makes each one stand out.
How to Set Up a Winning Brewery Social Media Strategy in 2027
How people discover new brands has changed dramatically in recent years. According to an NP Digital post-purchase survey of customers across 85 businesses, social media led brand discovery at 29%. The figure highlights the lasting power of visual and short-form content to introduce products before potential customers even type a search query.
10 Must-Visit Craft Breweries in New York (2027 Edition)
New York’s craft beer boom has deep roots. The Craft New York Act of 2014 reduced regulatory barriers, expanded opportunities for small producers, and gave the state’s brewing industry a fresh perspective.
According to the New York State Brewers Association, the state had 95 breweries in 2012 and more than 500 by 2024. The broader US market also surpassed 9,000 brewers in 2017, reflecting craft beer’s remarkable growth during the same period.
6 Biggest Beer Festivals in the World You Have to Experience in 2027
Every year, the biggest beer festivals in the world draw thousands to millions of visitors. They bring breweries, beer lovers, trade professionals, and industry leaders together on a global stage. These large-scale events influence the beer industry’s calendar, spotlight emerging trends, and create opportunities for businesses to connect with audiences.
The Craft Beer Industry in the Philippines: A $702.5 Million Market on the Rise
For more than a century, Philippine beer has had one dominant name, San Miguel. Yet alongside this household staple, a genuinely different beer story has been building since the 2010s.
Independent brewers began experimenting with small-batch recipes, local ingredients, and beer styles that offered drinkers something beyond the familiar lager.
10 Best US Cities for Craft Breweries: Where Should You Open or Expand Next?
Figuring out where to open or expand a brewery in the United States is as important as the beer itself. Deeper knowledge of brewery density by city, consumer spending power, and market saturation gives businesses a clearer picture of how crowded a market may be and where opportunities could exist.
What Is Direct Email Marketing? A B2B Blueprint for Brewery Suppliers
“Email marketing” and “direct email marketing” often get used interchangeably, but they’re not quite the same thing. Knowing the difference can genuinely change how a supply chain company approaches brewery buyers.
10 Best Beer Festivals in the United States Driving Craft Culture in 2027
Besides offering a fun day out, beer festivals also bring breweries and brands closer to their most loyal customers while creating opportunities to win new fans, too. A growing brewery can’t easily replicate that mix of loyalty and discovery through a single marketing channel.
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