Beer Industry News
Beer news more directly relevant to those working in the beer industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.































