Tag: national beer news
Would you love or hate a Blind Beer Festival?
A festival where nobody knows exactly what they’re drinking until the end. Any interest? I’ve been to a lot of beer festivals over the…
Early reports suggests 2019 was another year of slow, spotty growth for craft beer
“… even if craft isn’t rebounding, overall growth isn’t weakening.” – Bart Watson, Brewers Association. It’s a bit early into 2020 to get a comprehensive…
More craft breweries should produce hard seltzer
There is no escaping it. Hard seltzer is a thing. Many people have been waiting for the fad to die, but important, informed people…
Russian River Brewing releasing Pliny the Younger in bottles for first time
The announcement came on Christmas Eve via the company’s blog. It was then socialized on Facebook and Instagram. This year Russian River Brewing will package…
Is Seattle one of the best beer cities in America or not?
Another “best of beer” list. Another snub for Seattle. According to this recent list from SmartAsset.com, Seattle is the 19th Best City for Beer Drinkers. Don’t blow…
Federal Excise Tax relief for breweries extended one more year
As we’ve previously reported, the Brewers Association has been working to pass legislation that would permanently adjust the federal excise tax rate paid by breweries….
New Belgium Brewing sold to Lion Little World Beverages. There may be others
The news hit the streets last month and exploded on social media. New Belgium Brewing was considering an offer to “sell out” to a larger beer company, Lion Little World…
Anderson Valley Brewing changing ownership, remaining independent
Boonville, California’s Anderson Valley Brewing is changing hands but remaining independent. According to today’s announcement, Kevin McGee, a lawyer from nearby Healdsburg, is expected to assume ownership…
Ballast Point Brewing sold again, but this time not for $1 billion
Note: We’ve published a follow-up story with more information. This one is a head-scratcher, for sure. It was just announced that Kings & Convicts…
