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North Carolina Craft Brewing - Beverage Industry

North Carolina sees an uproar of craft brewing facilities

The state has become increasingly popular as craft brewers open up shop

July 17, 2018

Known for its world-class workforce and friendly regulatory environment, North Carolina has long been an agricultural and food manufacturing behemoth. But as the craft beer industry continues to gain steam, the state’s reputation has shifted to include high-volume, quality beer production in its already impressive offering.

New seal promotes authenticity in independent craft beer

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

Barbara Harfmann

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.

Best of luck to Susan Neely

ABA’s CEO departs for ACLI

Jessica Jacobsen

July 17, 2018

I have told many how much I believed that Susan was one of, if not the best, leaders among trade associations.

Last Drop - Taylor Karg - Beverage Industry

Mezcal gains popularity as a premium drink

Sombra Mezcal rethinks production, environmentally friendly process

Taylor Karg

July 16, 2018

A recent premium trend proliferating the market is the production and consumption of mezcal, a liquor made tropical agave plants.

Beverage producers must assess plant’s capability, capacity

Product mix, filling speeds alter operations plans Keywords: beverage operations, filling machines, SKU proliferation, product evaluation, flexibility

John Peter Koss

June 25, 2018

Beverage manufactures should consider the bottom line, production capability and capacity, and marketing plans and forecasts in order to drive success.

Fleet Management Practices - Beverage Industry

Tips to maximize fleets’ productivity

Fleet optimization plans can reduce asset counts, costs

Jeff Cioletti

June 25, 2018

A team might be delivering to more accounts with fewer miles and hours on the road, but are those vehicles spending enough hours on the road?

Data firm shares insights on ginger, turmeric

Winter melon identified as top emerging flavor

Jessica Jacobsen

June 20, 2018

Through its portal Trendscope, Black Swan Data identifies, prioritizes and predicts trends using data science.

The art and science of whiskey distilling

Pennington Distilling releases RTD craft cocktails in cans

Barbara Harfmann

June 20, 2018

Taking pride in the art of making hand-crafted spirts, Nashville, Tenn.-based Pennington Distilling Co. has been crafting authentic, American-made vodkas, whiskies, ryes and cream liqueurs since its founding in 2011.

Beverage companies, consumers gear up for summer holidays

Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day, and the Fourth of July drive beverage sales

Taylor Karg

June 19, 2018

The simple things in life, like enjoying adult beverages and celebrating our nation’s holidays, have become synonomous with summer.

The Beverage Forum marks 25 years

June 19, 2018

To celebrate its silver anniversary, the two-day conference continued those traditions while tying into its theme of Embracing New Pathways for Growth.