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U.S. beer consumers also are showing their openness to change as they explore the beyond beer segments, including hard teas.

The U.S. beer market is experiencing dissecting storylines as portions of the category thrive while others are adapting to changing consumer tastes. Domestic beers remain challenged, but see a boost from super-premium brands.

For the U.S. craft beer market, the difference between retail performance and on-premise sales illustrates how the recovery that craft beer has experienced since the pandemic remains nuanced.

Although it might be a niche segment in the beer market, hard ciders have found favor with consumers, particularly among regional brands.

One year after the launch of HARD MTN DEW, the brand announced the release of HARD MTN DEW Livewire, the first-ever addition to the flavor lineup. HARD MTN DEW Livewire is a new twist on the classic soft drink with a jolt of orange citrus flavor, 5% ABV, no caffeine, no added sugars and 100 calories in each serving, the company says.

Harpoon Brewery announced its heading into new territory with the launch of its first THC-based beverage: Rec. Weed.

Athletic Brewing Co., Milford, Conn., has teamed up with Austin, Texas-based Super Coffee on the world’s first pre-workout brew. Called Suped Up, the new non-alcohol beer was inspired by the power of positive energy and the grind of endless grit, the company says. Brewed with high-quality coffee and spent brewer’s grains, Suped Up is a rich, extra dark brew that is full-bodied and contains 5 grams of protein.

Lone River Beverage Co. is serving up its new Ranch Rita Variety Pack, adding to its portfolio of cocktail-inspired hard seltzers. Made with organic agave nectar and lime juice, the new variety pack tips its hat to America's most beloved cocktail, the Margarita which, like Lone River, is inspired by Texas culture.

Schlafly Beer, St. Louis, announced the release of a new variety pack: Hazed for Days. The canned hazy beer variety pack features three exclusive brews ― Mighty Haze Double IPA, Lightly Hazed Lager, Wavy Hazy Citrus Wheat –― plus the year-round beer Just a Bit Hazy IPA. Each pack will include a QR code that will link to the giveaway drawing of Schlalfy’s limited-edition “Batches Be Hazy” swag.