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CHEERS Act could help businesses invest in draft beer systems

The CHEERS Act could assist hospitality businesses by extending tax benefits for investments in keg and tap systems.

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A running shoe on top of a six-pack of Athletic Brewing beers.

Athletic Brewing acquires the Ballast Point facility in San Diego

The largest producer of non-alcoholic beer in the United States, Athletic Brewing, has taken over Ballast Point Brewing’s headquarters in San Diego.

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Kelce brothers enjoy a garage beer.

Kelce brothers bring their celebrity power to Garage Beer

Jason and Travis Kelce are now majority owners of Ohio-based Garage Beer. Big expansion plans on the horizon.

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Is Boston Beer Company for sale? What we know so far

Rumors and speculation about the potential sale of Boston Beer Company have now gone mainstream. Here is what we know so far.

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A new owner steps in to resurrect San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing

The billionaire behind Chobani yogurt just acquired Anchor Brewing and plans to modernize and reopen the historic San Francisco brewery.

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If they aren’t drinking beer, then what are they drinking?

If not beer, then what? A discussion about the rising popularity of craft spirits and what craft beer can learn from it.

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A can of beer from Ferment Brewing and Zeeks Pizza.

Ferment Brewing and Zeeks Pizza are releasing The Reach Pilsner

Ferment Brewing and Zeeks Pizza bring back The Reach Pilsner, a collaboration beer — this time in tallboy cans!

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A view of Brouwer's Cafe from the balcony.

Seattle’s Brouwer’s Cafe announces that it is closing

After 19 years, June 29th will mark the end of an era when Brouwer’s Cafe pours its final pint. Seattle’s legendary beer bar is closing.

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Lagunitas Brewing announces the closure of its Chicago brewery

Heineken, the owner of Lagunitas Brewing, announced that it will close its Chicago brewery effective August 1st. All production will return to the Lagunitas Brewing facility in Petaluma, California.

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