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The 20 best Christmas beers, and the perfect occasion for each
Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or trying to get yourself through a blue Christmas, you’ve probably got a reason to drink during the holidays. But it can’t always be eggnog or that fancy bottle of Scotch you’ve been saving for a special occasion. Sometimes – dare we say oftentimes – the situation calls for a beer.
SweetWater Brewery acquires Green Flash Brewing and Alpine Beer Co
Both Alpine, known for its highly-rated Duet and Nelson brews, and Green Flash, the brewer of the iconic West Coast IPA, provide high-quality and highly-respected craft brew staples that seamlessly join SweetWater’s portfolio of flavorful and innovative craft brews and heady lifestyle, making this another perfect duet that will bring these brands to their highest potential.
Beer professionals predict the trends that will shape 2022
The American brewing industry continues to roll with the punches brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. Supply chain issues are impacting everything from ingredients to packaging, and staffing remains a concern for some. But the beer business is plucky and has continued to innovate, create and inspire. The turning of the calendar into a new year means new challenges, but also new opportunities.
Dust Bowl Brewing announces third taproom in Elk Grove, CA
After much anticipation, Dust Bowl Brewing Co. announces the opening of its third taproom located in Elk Grove, California. Marketed as the Old Town Tap House, Dust Bowl Brewing Co. will officially open its doors to eager craft beer fans on Saturday, December 18th at 11:00 AM. The new taproom is nestled in Elk Grove’s up-and-coming Old Town Historic District.
Warning on ‘serious health risks’ of counterfeit Christmas booze
Shoppers have been warned of the ‘serious health risks’ associated with drinking counterfeit alcohol this festive season.
Ecliptic Brewing releases 2022 beer lineup
Portland, Oregon’s Ecliptic Brewing is excited to announce its 2022 beer release calendar. It is a big year for the brewery, with the addition of a new All the Time Series beer, plus an entirely new series that celebrates their recently-opened location in Southeast Portland.
No and low alcohol beer is here to stay
Making sure your messaging and products are in line with consumer attitudes are key to succeeding in the no and low alcohol beer category, writes Shira Horn of AMC Global in this guest article.
Alternate Ending Beer Co. licenses Bored Ape Yacht NFT for limited release can
Alternate Ending Beer Co. released a beer can with a licensed Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT. Licensing a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT for a limited-edition beer can label was the brainchild of Evan Hechtand Ross Cohen, co-founder of The Lifetime Value Company, who presented the idea to Alternate Ending Beer Co.‘s Scott Novick, and Alexis Castellano.
The year in American craft beer – 2021
The Brewers Association just issued a seasonal communiqué which looks back at the year that will soon be in the rear-view mirror. And although things are rebounding the year had its share of challenges.
Yakima Chief Hops breaks ground on second CO2 extract facility, installs CO2 recovery system, continues to catch our collective attention
The Yakima Chief Hops story continues to grow, and it’s been a fun one to watch. The grower-owned hop supplier is a global name today. You only have to see this just finished state-of-the-art cold storage warehouse in Belgium to be impressed by its progress, or maybe take a peek at its latest cutting-edge products from frozen fresh hops to water-soluble CBD distillate.
Indeed looks back on 2021 & ahead to 2022
By investing in innovation and committing to expanding its presence in Milwaukee and Wisconsin, Minneapolis-headquartered Indeed Brewing Company grew its total production to 17.5K barrels sold in 2021, up more than 20% in 2020 and up 38% from 2019.
Here’s how Dogfish Head picks the brands for its beer and beverage calendar
Dogfish Head Craft Brewery probably does not choose what brands of beverage alcohol it will sell for the year via the wet noodle method – especially since being purchased by Boston Beer Co., but this video is a fun way to hype the event. And Dogfish Head has much to hype – canned cocktails, distilled spirits and craft beer – including its notorious 120 Minute IPA, which clocks in between 15 to 20% ABV.
Craft beer trends to watch as 2022 approaches
The world of craft beer is massive and always in motion. Seems like just a generation ago we had a handful of macro options, plus the occasional micro selection. Today, we are gifted with thousands of players in the craft beer scene, all working to elevate the industry and push it even further ahead. Here are some other things that are changing the craft beer landscape and will continue to do so going into 2022.
Brewers, beer importers and beer distributors are proud to serve America
America’s beer industry supports more than two million jobs, provides more than $102 billion in wages and benefits, and contributes more than $331 billion to the U.S. economy. Today our nation’s brewers, beer importers and independent beer distributors not only provide Americans with their favorite alcoholic beverage, but they continue to be a cornerstone to America’s economy. The Beer Serves America report is a comprehensive study of the number of American jobs the beer industry supports, from farmers and brewers and beer importers to beer distributors and servers at your favorite bars and restaurants.
TAP New York Craft Beer & Food Festival
Over the years, TAP® New York has developed into New York State’s largest craft beer festival in the number of brewers attending.
The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival
Starting in 2006 with 3,000 people and less than 30 breweries, the original Atlantic City Beer Festival or “Celebration of The Suds” was born. Over the past 16 years, their event has undergone countless changes, added innumerable breweries to the roster, and to date has seen nearly half a million people!
Beer-infused pizza dough is a perfect brewpub pairing
Pizza and beer – they are perfect together. While no one would deny the inherently complementary nature of the two fermented wonders, some brewpubs are taking the pairing a step further. They are adding pours of their prized craft beers to the pizza dough they serve in-house.
The components of a successful experiential beer tour
Taking a walking tour is one of the best ways to get to know a city without the trappings of more touristy activities. You’re introduced to the region and its context by one of its very own, if even simply for social reasons.
Alcohol retailers plan to stock more craft beer in 2022
Alcohol e-commerce and on-demand delivery platform Drizly released its third annual BevAlc Insights by Drizly Retail Report, culled from a nationwide survey of over 500 alcohol retailers during November 2021, and it looks like craft beer is poised to reclaim shelf space from hard seltzer in 2022.
Revolution Brewing introduces freedom lemonade (beer)
Revolution Brewing is introducing Freedom Lemonade, a new evolution of the brewery’s Freedom Session Sours made with real fruit. Freedom Lemonade sparkles with homemade flavor, joining bright lemon sweetness with a naturally tart, effervescent finish. It’s refreshing and sessionable at 4.5% ABV.