Articles Tagged with ''Brewers Association''

New seal promotes authenticity in independent craft beer

On- and off-premise channels asked to adopt BA seal

July 17, 2018

The seal, showcasing an upside-down beer bottle with “Independent Craft” reversed out of white, was prominently displayed on signage and marketed during keynote presentations during the record-breaking CBC that attracted nearly 13,000 attendees.

Brewpubs drive tourism, craft beer and food experimentation

Recipe experimentation, consumer connection pivotal to brewpub success

Barbara Harfmann

June 6, 2018

Brewpubs and taprooms have become meccas of innovation within the industry and are lifting tourism traffic and spending as consumers gather to watch a big game, relax with family and friends, and, of course, throw back a few refreshing craft beers.

Brewers Association founder to retire

Charlie Papazian schedules retirement for Jan. 23, 2019

March 16, 2018

The Boulder, Colo.-based Brewers Association (BA) announced that founder and past president Charlie Papazian will retire from the BA on Jan. 23, 2019, which also marks his 70th birthday and 40 years building the craft brewing community.

Facebook Live offers marketing opportunities

Amanda Del Buono

July 14, 2017

It’s hard to believe that only a year ago (April 6, 2016, to be exact) Facebook Founder and Chief Executive Officer Mark Zuckerberg announced via a Facebook post that Facebook Live was available to all Facebook users.

craft brewers’ growth in the beer category

Craft brewers capture 12.3 percent share of beer market in 2016

BA releases infographic highlighting 2016 growth

March 29, 2017

In 2016, craft brewers produced 24.6 million barrels and saw a 6 percent rise in volume on a comparable base and a 10 percent increase in retail dollar value. Retail dollar value was estimated at $23.5 billion, representing 21.9 percent market share, the BA says.

Craft beer act garners partisan support

Bill proposes lowering excise tax on domestic brewers’ first 60K barrels

Jessica Jacobsen

March 15, 2017

At a time when the divisive nature of the United States is receiving much attention, it seems as though we have found a topic that both sides can agree upon: craft beer. In late January, the Craft Beer Modernization and Tax Reform Act was introduced in both chambers of Congress with bipartisan support.

Craft Brewers Conference, BrewExpo return to Washington, D.C.

Brewers Association presents 34th annual convention, tradeshow

March 15, 2017

The 34th edition of the Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) will return to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., from April 10-13 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

Craft beer drives beer pairing on-premise

On-premise establishments benefit from beer pairing

Amanda Del Buono

June 15, 2016

When it comes to food and beverage pairings, many often think of wine, but as beer sales continue to grow and craft beer gains an even firmer foundation, consumers have gained interest in matching their beers with food.

Craft beer styles excite consumers

Several styles index higher with female beer drinkers

Jessica Jacobsen

June 15, 2016

The craft beer market has a range of different consumers. There are the avid beer consumers who are tapped into the latest styles and trends, but there also are the ones who lean on their friends for suggestions. But no matter which type of consumer an individual is, he or she is not at a loss for some new, unique beers as the segment continues to grow.

BA announces Biggest Small Beer Ever Made celebrating American Craft Beer Week

Nationwide toast scheduled on May 19

May 13, 2016

Small and independent craft brewers across the country have created a special beer in honor of American Craft Beer Week (ACBW), May 16-22. The campaign, hastag #MakeSmallBeerBig, aims to celebrate the week with the Biggest Small Beer Ever Made, which was made by participating brewers in all 50 states using the same ingredients and recipe, according to Boulder, Colo.-based Brewers Association (BA).

On Demand In Beverage Industry’s annual State of the Industry: The Alcohol Beverage Market, analysts at S&D Insights LLC delve into these trends and how they’re shaping the industry.