Beer Industry News

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An announcement from Locust Cider.

Locust Cider Closes Seven Taprooms Amid Market Challenges

Locust Cider recently closed six taprooms in Washington and one taproom in Texas. The announcement came via social media posts on Tuesday, December 10th.

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The year end report graphic from the Brewers Association.

Crafting Resilience: How Breweries Adapted to Challenges in 2024

The Year End Report from the Brewers Association suggests that breweries are restrategizing to meet the challenges of 2024 and beyond. I share some thoughts and a quick look ahead.

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A person adding hops to the brew kettle.

YCH Announces the Release of the New Pink Boots Hop Blend

Every year, the folks at Yakima Chief Hops team up with the Pink Boots Society to create a new hop product–a carefully created blend of particular hops.

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A flyer for a brewery auction.

Brewery Auction, Mazama Brewing. Starts Today (Dec. 10th)

Mazama Brewing closed some time ago but the brewery equipment is now going up for auction. Just the brewery closed; pub at Orenco Station still open.

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Aluminum can price index.

From the Field to the Can: The Impact of Tariffs on Craft Beer

An examination of the expected impact of the proposed, new tariffs on the craft beer industry and the price of beer.

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Poster for the film,, For When You Get Lost.

For When You Get Lost, a Film Involving Craft Beer and Breweries

For When You Get Lost is a film that involves craft beer and breweries. It’s not about beer, but beer is a core element of the story.

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Kelce brothers enjoy a garage beer.

What’s Happening with the Kelce Brothers and Garage Beer?

Garage Beer, owned by Jason and Travis Kelce, have hopes to take the beer to dozens of states across the nation. Here’s how the plan is advancing.

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Elysian Brewing logo.

Elysian Brewing Shutting Down its Production Brewery in Seattle

Elysian Brewing is shutting down its large production brewery on Airport Way in the Georgetown neighborhood. As many as 90 employees will lose their jobs as a result. 

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uc davis craft beer marketing program.

UC Davis Introduces an Online Craft Beer Digital Marketing Course

The University of California Davis has long offered education for those who produce beer, but now the university has introduced a new program for the professionals who market the finished product: the Digital Marketing for Craft Breweries program.

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