Articles Tagged with ''craft beer''

As Brewing the American Dream celebrates 15 years supporting small food and beverage businesses across the United States, Samuel Adams announced that its priority philanthropy program has surpassed $100 million of funding. This milestone commemorates the program’s dedication to uplifting devoted craftspeople everywhere in partnership with nonprofit lenders like Accion Opportunity Fund.

Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, N.Y., unveiled a limited-edition Brooklyn Lager featuring Notorious B.I.G. in homage to his vibrant legacy and in celebration of Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary. This limited release of Brooklyn Lager, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, delivers the same bold taste it has for three decades, but for a limited time will feature an iconic image of Brooklyn’s favorite son.

Oskar Blues Brewery announced plans to build upon the legacy of its flagship — Dale’s Pale Ale — by adding two Dale’s-branded beers to the lineup along with a refreshed packaging featuring bold Dale’s-forward branding. Dale’s American Light Lager and Dale’s American Double IPA now will join Dale’s Pale Ale in discernable white, red and blue cans, respectively.

Kona Big Wave, the premium island-style beer, is encouraging fans to “Bring the Aloha” with a campaign celebrating the brand’s relaunch that features a brand-new logo, refreshed packaging design and four new commercials ― all centered on a new brand world firmly rooted in Hawaii’s powerful aloha spirit.  

Wormtown Brewery announced the release of their first Variety Pack. The “Be You” themed Variety Pack consists of four different IPA's each with their own style and unique flavor profile. Wormtown Brewery’s “Be You” Variety Pack is available in package stores in their local market and at their two taprooms located in Worcester, Mass., and Foxborough, Mass.

The founders of Funky Buddha Brewery — Ryan and KC Sentz — are reacquiring their Oakland Park, Fla.-based business from Constellation Brands, Victor, N.Y. Both the Sentzs and Constellation agreed that now is the ideal time for the original owners to reclaim control of the company and focus on beverage innovation, new consumer experiences, and additional product lines.  

The concept of Ghostfish Brewing — which is a 100% gluten free brewery — began in 2011 or 2012 Brian Thiel notes. The doors to the Seattle taproom eventually opened in February 2015.

Purchasing alcohol products through direct-to-consumer (DTC) methods have remained limited despite growing interest in this shopping platform.

Harpoon Brewery and DraftKings Inc. announced the release of a new, limited edition 12-pack in time for the Celtic’s on-going run in the NBA playoffs and the Red Sox resurgence in MLB: a Rec. League Get In The Game! 12-Pack. The co-branded 12-pack, tied to DraftKings’ launch of mobile sports betting in the Commonwealth, is available now at select locations in Massachusetts.