Deleted posts and locked accounts: small breweries grapple with unexplained Instagram woes

A host of small breweries have been finding themselves at the mercy of Instagram in particular since autumn, struggling against a rash of (hopefully) random technical woes, which in many cases have seen their posts taken down, and in some cases have seen beer industry businesses locked out of their accounts entirely. Many theories have since been proffered, but none fully explains why so many breweries continue to be affected.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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