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Pabst Brewing announces new CEO

Eugene Kashper to remain full-time Chairman of the Board

December 2, 2016

Los Angeles-based Pabst Brewing Co., announced that it has named Simon Thorpe Chief Executive Officer, effective December 1. Eugene Kashper, current chairman and chief executive officer, will remain full-time Chairman of the Board and continue to play an active role in the business. There will be a 60-day transition period between Kashper and Thorpe to ensure a smooth handover, the company says.

Reel Easy IPA

November 17, 2016

Cape Ann Brewing Co. announced that it is releasing Reel Easy, a sessionable, straw-blonde New England-style IPA.

Small Town Brewery announces limited-edition Not Your Father’s brews

Not Your Father’s Taproom IPA, Cherry Ale available in Oregon, Washington

November 16, 2016

Wauconda, Ill.-based Small Town Brewery announced that it will launch a new line of classically brewed beers, Not Your Father’s Taproom IPA and Not Your Father’s Taproom Cherry Ale. These limited-edition beers initially will be available in Oregon and Washington.

Smirnoff Spiked Sparkling Seltzer

November 15, 2016

Smirnoff, a brand of Diageo North America, added Spiked Sparkling Seltzers to its portfolio.

79th Annual NBWA convention celebrates 'golden age of beer'

Convention took place Sept. 25-28 in Chicago

November 14, 2016

The Alexandria, Va.-based National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) hosted its 79th Annual Convention, Sept. 25-28 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Attendees learned about important issues that beer distributors and the industry are facing and sampled new products during a two-day Product Demonstration Showcase that included more than 160 exhibitors, including 35 breweries, highlighting more than 100 labels of beer.

Miller Lites names HoneyMoon Brewery winner of Tap the Future competition

New Belgium partners with Been & Jerry's for sustainability initiative

November 14, 2016

Miller Lite named Santa Fe, N.M-based HoneyMoon Brewery as the grand-prize winner of the 2016 Miller Lite Tap the Future competition. HoneyMoon Brewery, which produces a probiotic kombucha tea with a touch of alcohol, took home the $200,000 grand prize. Now in its fourth year, Tap the Future is a business plan competition that offers entrepreneurs a chance to grow their businesses, the company says.

2016 Craft Beer Report: Craft beer market becoming increasingly competitive

Canned beer, flavored beer gaining in importance

Amanda Del Buono

November 10, 2016

For about a decade, the craft beer segment has grown at immense rates, influencing the food and beverage industries in many ways. Yet, experts note that the segment is beginning to experience some growing pains as a result of its rapid growth.

Yellow Snow

November 9, 2016

Rogue Ales announced this year’s winter release of its classic Yellow Snow IPA.

Heineken USA brings back What’s Your Play retail program

Marketing program to offer weekly and daily prizes

November 4, 2016

Heineken USA, White Plains, N.Y., is upping the ante on game day with its What’s Your Play? portfolio retail program running from Jan. 1 to Feb. 28 during the football playoff weeks and the Super Bowl.

Dos Equis announces College Football Playoff marketing

Brand launches sweepstakes, Most Interesting Man Snapchat filter

November 2, 2016

Dos Equis, a brand of White Plains, N.Y.-based Heineken USA and the first Official Beer Sponsor of the College Football Playoff (CFP), is encouraging fans to go for "Game Day Greatness" this season as part of the brand's commitment to premiumize and elevate the game day experience, the company says.