Archives for January 2020

PORTLAND, Maine — To celebrate the versatility of Maine’s organic grains, Allagash Brewing Company will release the brewery’s first-ever certified organic beer: Crosspath. A collaboration with GrandyOats—the premier manufacturer of organic granola, trail mixes, nuts, and cereals in Maine—Crosspath is a Belgian-style golden ale brewed with all-organic Maine-grown oats, buckwheat, base malt, hops, and GrandyOats Granola.A recipient of a 2020 Good Food Award, Crosspath is certified organic by the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA).

“Allagash and GrandyOats are both Maine-based companies with similar missions: making quality products in a sustainable way that supports our community. We both owe much of our success to the bounty of our home state,” said Rob Tod, Founder, Allagash. “We were lucky to partner with GrandyOats, and such wonderful small family farms across Maine, to bring our brewery’s first-ever organic beer to life.”

Since 1979, GrandyOats has made small-batch organic granola, muesli, trail mix, roasted nuts, and hot cereals in rural Maine. Their mission is to source the most wholesome organic ingredients and partner with local producers to create the taste that nature intended.

“GrandyOats is excited to be celebrating Maine grains in a new way with Allagash and this collaboration beer, Crosspath,” said Aaron Anker, co-owner and Chief Granola Officer at GrandyOats. “Continuing to be a part of the Maine grain movement is important to us as well as supporting the mission of organic farmers here in Maine. When companies can join together to make a delicious product and do good at the same time, that’s exciting. This collaboration is a dream come true for our whole team.”

In addition to organic GrandyOats granola, Crosspath is brewed withOrganic Pilsner Malt from Blue Ox Malt House in Lisbon Falls, Maine; Organic Buckwheat and Oats from Aurora Mills & Farm in Linneus, Maine; and Organic Cascade Hops courtesy of Aroostook Hops in Westfield, Maine. Crosspath demonstrates Allagash’s strong commitment to supporting and sustaining agriculture in Maine through its One Million Pounds of Local Grain initiative, pledging to use one million pounds of Maine-grown and -processed grain, per year, by 2021.

“The ingredients we used in Crosspath reflect the great resources and agriculture we have here in Maine,” added Jason Perkins, Brewmaster/VP of Brewing Operations, Allagash. “We’re excited that they all came together in such a well-rounded, crisp, and refreshing organic beer.”

Crosspath will be available in four-packs of 16 oz. cans and draft, and sold across the entirety of Allagash’s 17-state distribution footprint starting in March 2020.A portion of Crosspath’s proceeds will go to MOFGA, to help farmers transition to organic crops.

ABOUT ALLAGASH BREWING COMPANY
Allagash Brewing Company is a Certified B Corp founded in Portland, Maine, by Rob Tod—winner of the 2019 James Beard Award for Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional. Since 1995, the brewery has been dedicated to crafting the best Belgian-inspired beers in the world, all while giving back to the community that has supported them along the way. Earning coveted Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup, and European Beer Star Awards, Allagash has been deemed one of the best American Breweries of the decade byPaste Magazine, one of the best breweries in America byGear Patrol,Hop Culture and VinePair. Allagash is available in CA, CT, DC, DE, GA, Chicagoland, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA and VT. Learn more on allagash.com and connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

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BERKELEY, Calif. — An ambassador for craft beer in Berkeley, California, Fieldwork Brewing Company announces today the expansion of its Midtown Sacramento taproom from 1,400 square feet to 4,900 square feet to accommodate the brewery’s rapid growth within the Sacramento Valley. The renovated taproom introduces an entirely new blueprint with indoor lounge areas and handcrafted wood tables providing a warm environment for beer lovers to enjoy Fieldwork’s highly aromatic and well-balanced beers. The outdoor patio space triples in size. Fieldwork will remain open throughout the redesign that’s set to be completed in early spring 2020.

In spring 2020, the Fieldwork Taproom — Sacramento debuts a new food menu rolling out at select Fieldwork locations, featuring artisanal pizzas as well as delicious appetizers, salads, sweets, brunch options, and a children’s menu. The official menu will be announced in the coming weeks.

Fieldwork expands its Sacramento location following the soon to open seventh Fieldwork locale at Town Center Corte Madera in Marin County. All seven Fieldwork taprooms are within a 200-mile radius of its West Berkeley brewery to ensure only the freshest beer is served to its customers while being conscious of its carbon footprint. In addition to Sacramento and Berkeley, Fieldwork has opened taprooms and European-style beer gardens in Napa (Oxbow Public Market), San Ramon (City Center Bishop Ranch), San Mateo, and Monterey.

Brewing well over 500 unique beers since opening its West Berkeley brewery in February 2015, Fieldwork brews with as much a sense of purpose as a sense of place as they honor Northern California’s magnificent outdoor landscapes with an array of idiosyncratic beers in constant rotation on the tasting menu. The esteemed brewing team focuses on innovation for its ever-evolving roster of signature IPAs, Double IPAs, lagers, pale ales, sours, stouts, etc. Based on seasonality and consistent quality, Fieldwork forges its own path brewing beers they simply love to drink.

“We’re grateful for the support of the Sacramento community over the past three years and have been actively looking for opportunities to expand our presence. When the space adjoining our Sacramento Taproom became available, we jumped on it. The expanded Fieldwork Taproom — Sacramento will offer our guests an enhanced indoor and outdoor experience,” says Barry Braden, co-founder and owner of Fieldwork Brewing Company.

The Fieldwork Taproom — Sacramento is located at 1805 – 1809 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, CA 95811.

About Fieldwork Brewing Company
Established in 2015, Fieldwork Brewing Company is a craft brewery based in Berkeley, CA brewing for the regional Northern California marketplace. Available at their West Berkeley, Napa, Sacramento, San Mateo, Monterey, San Ramon, and new Corte Madera taprooms/beer gardens, Fieldwork beers are also on draft at the finest local craft beer focused restaurants and bars. Fieldwork is the 10th fastest growing private company on San Francisco Business Times’ “100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area” for 2018, and Inc. magazine ranked Fieldwork at No. 604 on its 2019 Inc. 5000 list of “America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies.”

Fieldwork’s downtown Napa location is within the Oxbow Public Market, and the midtown Sacramento taproom is in The Handle District. In summer 2017, Fieldwork opened beer gardens in San Mateo and Monterey, and the Fieldwork Taproom and Beer Garden at City Center Bishop Ranch opened in November 2018. The Fieldwork Taproom at Town Center Corte Madera opens in early 2020. Fieldwork’s latest releases can be enjoyed by sampler flight, beer by the glass, and filled “to go” in growlers and crowler cans. Special Release cans are available while supplies last at each location.

Fieldwork proudly supports select regional non-profits through the release of benefit beers such as March On Hoppy & Strong, Crayon Box Double IPA, 924 Double IPA, Oakland Pride IPA, Golden Rule Double IPA, and Fetch Pale Ale.

For more information, please visit: fieldworkbrewing.com.

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LONGMONT, Colo. — Left Hand Brewing Company, one of the original pioneers of craft brewing, is proud to announce its partnership with Planet Bluegrass through a 2020 sponsorship of their prestigious Music Festivals. The partnership will include all three of their festivals, including their flagship event, the 47th annual Telluride Bluegrass Festival to be held June 18-21 in Telluride, Colorado.

“We are incredibly excited to partner with Planet Bluegrass,” shared Eric Kean, Left Hand’s Events Manager. “Planet Bluegrass is one of the finest independent festival promoters in the country. Their commitment to providing a world-class experience, taking care of their customers first, and being great stewards of the environment and community around them are all values that Left Hand Brewing shares.”

The scope of the partnership centers around creative activations designed to build community and interaction with the Left Hand brand. Each festival will feature experiences to enhance the attendee experience including ticket giveaways, and special collaborations between Left Hand, festival performers, Planet Bluegrass, and other local breweries. Additionally, each festival will feature opportunities for festival goers to engage with Left Hand’s and Planet Bluegrass’ charitable initiatives.

Left Hand is a national sponsor of Bike MS – the National MS Society’s popular fundraising bike series. Since 2008, the brewery has been a major contributor to the Society through its Bike MS team, Team Left Hand, raising more than $4.3 million.

“Bike MS is one of Left Hand’s core charitable causes. This year the Bike MS Colorado ride is just one week after the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, so we’re thrilled to be able to raise awareness of the ride during the festival,” said Kean. “Be on the look-out for our Sunday morning fun ride starting and ending at the festival site. The ride will be accessible for riders of all ages, styles, and types of bicycle. We hope to engage as many people as possible with Team Left Hand and the critical work the Society is doing to raise funds and awareness for the millions who battle MS every day.”

Beyond the sponsorship of the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Left Hand also will be the presenting sponsor of Planet Bluegrass’ RockyGrass (July 24-26) and Rocky Mountain Folks Festival (August 7-9) both in Lyons, Colorado. Nestled in the foothills of northern Colorado, both companies were founded and have resided just 15 minutes from each other for more than 25 years.

“We’ve partnered with some great companies over the years. New Belgium, Avery…we’re thrilled to add Left Hand to that list,” said Planet Bluegrass President Craig Ferguson. “We strive to find festival partners who share our values of going local, building community, and being sustainable. Left Hand is all of those things. I’m excited to get creative and see what we can accomplish.”

About Left Hand Brewing Company
Left Hand Brewing Company, founded in Longmont, Colorado, is one of the original pioneers in craft brewing. From a humble homebrew kit beginning to becoming one of the top 50 craft breweries in the U.S., Left Hand has continued to grow and innovate throughout our 26-year history. Famous for our nitro series, Left Hand launched America’s original nitro bottle with our flagship Milk Stout Nitro and the first production run of U.S.-made nitro widget cans. We’re proud to be one of the most honored and recognized breweries in Colorado with 29 Great American Beer Festival medals,11 World Beer Cup awards, and 9 European Beer Star awards. Our collection of year-round l and seasonal beers are available in 44 states, DC and internationally. To learn more, please visit www.lefthandbrewing.com.

About Planet Bluegrass
For 30+ years, Planet Bluegrass has been redefining the music festival, creating exceptional experiences that protect our planet through environmental leadership and strong communities. Producers of Telluride Bluegrass, RockyGrass, and Folks Festival.

About Team Left Hand Brewing
Team Left Hand Brewing is a fundraising team of employees and friends dedicated to solving the riddle that is Multiple Sclerosis. Since 2008, the National team of more than 600 riders & volunteers has raised more than $4.3 million for the National MS Society. Team Left Hand is dedicated to fighting multiple sclerosis and wants to continue helping the National MS Society fund research, advocate for change, and help people with MS and their families live their best lives. To learn more about our teams fighting MS across the country and to get involved, please visit www.teamlefthand.com.

About Multiple Sclerosis – The National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Bike MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable and often disabling disease of the central nervous system that interrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body. Most people with MS are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 50, with three times more women than men being diagnosed with the disease. A new study, led by the Society, estimates nearly one million people in the United States live with MS, that’s more than double the previous number. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society exists so that people affected by MS can live their best lives. Through events like Bike MS, the largest fundraising cycling series in the world, the Society is able to fund groundbreaking MS research and life-changing programs to support people living with MS and their families. For more information, please visit www.nationalmssociety.org and www.bikems.org.

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SAN FRANCISCO – Five never-before-tasted Bay Area Brewers Guild collaboration beers will be tapped for the first time at the SF Beer Week Opening Gala on Friday, February 7. For SF Beer Week 2020, local craft breweries joined forces to design and brew five unique one-off beers. All five recipes included freshly kilned California-grown malts from Admiral Maltings, in Alameda, one of the nation’s few traditional artisan floor-malting facilities.

These Bay Area Brewers Guild collaboration brews are an annual hallmark of SF Beer Week, expressing the brewers’ collective state of mind each February, and honoring the cooperative and creative spirit of the craft beer community. The 2020 official SF Beer Week collaborations offer an exhibition of the bright, hoppy, drinkable beers brewers love to make.

Rice Stratasphere

Rice IPA

7% ABV

Rice Stratosphere delivers an aromatic explosion: tropical, dank and onward into the strata. One of the best new hops to hit the tanks lately is Strata, a monster of a hop with huge aromatics of citrus, indica, and guava. Citra and Denali hops add further layers of complexity, while a dry and clean body from extra pale Pilsner malt, Admiral Pils and puffed Jasmine rice give these hops room to shine. From the East Bay brewers of the Bay Area Brewers Guild.

Common Dreams

California Common

5.3% ABV

This modern SF lager is a nod to one of the original SF beers – updated with vibrant hop varieties developed in New Zealand and America. With an underpinning of flavors from two craft grain products, Admiral Maltings Feldblume Malt and Canadien Maltings Oat Malt, Common Dreams ties brewing heritage to the 21st Century delights of Motueka, Nelson Sauvin and Strata hops. From the San Francisco brewers of the Bay Area Brewers Guild,

Cloud Based

Oat Cream Pale Ale

5.8% ABV

Upload a fluffy tropical “Cloud Based Compression IPA” – delivering all those big hop flavors, dialed in. It’s a collaborative venture from – who else – Silicon Valley brewers.. Engineered from 2-Row malt, Admiral Maltings Gallagher’s Best malt and the pillowy contributions of Admiral Maltings Clipper Oats, Cloud Based is powered by Strata and Galaxy hops. From the Silicon Valley brewers of the Bay Area Brewers Guild.

Surf ‘n Burps

West Coast Double IPA

9.0% ABV

This is an exceptionally bright, true-to-form West Coast Double IPA, Bay Area-style.Surf ‘n Burps features exciting new hop varieties that include Cashmere and Sabro, along with the always popular Mosaic. Strong citrus notes of lemon and lime combine with peach, pineapple and coconut flavors and aromas from this blend of hops. A firm, but smooth bitterness follows before finishing bone dry, without the faintest kiss of alcohol from this 9.0% beast. This coastal classic is crafted on a base of Admiral Maltings Pilsner and American 2-Row malts. From the Coast Chapter of the Bay Area Brewers Guild,

North Bay Nexus

Pale Ale

6% ABV

This contemporary Pale Ale is new beer at the balancing point: crisp, balanced, citrus, tropical and subtly spicy. Brewed with Admiral Maltings Pilsner, Wheat, Oats, and Rye malts and utilizing old and new brewing techniques to deliver a crisp, balanced brew, North Bay Nexus is infused with brightness from Citra, Amarillo, Saphir and Mandarina Bavaria hops. Nuanced spice notes from the grain bill combined with citrus and tropical notes from the hop additions result in a refreshing beer suitable for any drinking occasion. From the North Bay brewers of the Bay Area Brewers Guild.

At the SF Beer Week Opening Gala, participants will have a chance to compare all five beers and choose a favorite. After the Opening Gala, the five collab beers will be available on draft or in cans at different locations during SF Beer Week as supplies last.

In addition to Admiral Maltings, these releases came together with help from Guild trade partners White Labs and Custom Label.

SF Beer Week is produced by the Bay Area Brewers Guild, a non-profit trade association whose mission is to promote local, independent craft beer and breweries throughout the greater Bay Area.

For More Information: https://sfbeerweek.org/schedule

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ATLANTA — Hitting the market on January 24, Lay Low, a new year-round brand from Monday Night Brewing, clocks in at 3.2% ABV and only 90 calories — and here’s the kicker — actually tastes like an IPA.

We know what you’re thinking. “Oh great. Another low calorie craft beer. Super original, guys.” But hear us out on this one. As frequent craft beer drinkers ourselves, we wanted to create a low calorie, low ABV beer that actually tasted delicious. “It turns out that’s pretty hard to achieve,” says co-founder Jonathan Baker, “but using science, dedication, and the spirit of the mighty tiger, we think we’ve finally nailed it.”

Lay Low is dry hopped with Citra, Idaho 7 and Sultana, creating the oh-so-original citrusy notes of a classic IPA. The finish is crisp, clean and dry—leaving you wanting another sip. Go ahead and treat yourself, because it’s just 90 calories. In the words of Monday Night, this beer is designed for you to SLAY IPA ALL DAY.

“Typically, when you set out to make a low-calorie, low-alcohol craft beer, it turns out watery and bland—which makes sense, because water also happens to be low-calorie and low-alcohol,” says Brewmaster Peter Kiley. “It took us almost a full year to get the recipe for Lay Low right, but we finally struck the ideal balance of flavorful and sessionable.”

Lay Low will soon be available in bottle shops, grocery stores, bars and restaurants across Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama. Also look for special Lay Low events in the coming weeks. “It’s one of those beers you want to keep stocked in the fridge,” Kiley adds. “It has plenty of hop aroma and flavor, but you won’t feel full after having a few.”

About Monday Night Brewing
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Monday Night Brewing was founded by Jonathan Baker, Joel Iverson and Jeff Heck. Monday Night Brewing exists to deepen relationships over some of the best beer in the country. Brewmaster Peter Kiley oversees brewing operations at both West Midtown and the Garage. Monday Night Brewing will open its third location in Birmingham, Alabama in early 2020. Its award-winning selection of beers can be found across Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama. Learn more at www.mondaynightbrewing.com.

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BOULDER, Colo. — The Brewers Association—the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American brewers—has selected the recipients of its 2020 Research and Service Grants Program to help fund the development of a healthy and sustainable raw materials supply chain. This year, 13 grants totaling $389,370 were awarded to eight barley and four hops projects, and new for 2020, one draught quality project.

“Research and development projects that address public barley and hop variety development, the changing agricultural landscape, and draught quality are critical to the success and of our brewing community,” said Bob Pease, president & CEO, Brewers Association. “We are proud to continue our commitment to a sustainable and healthy supply chain by funding these outstanding projects.”

Since the inception of the grant program in 2015, the Brewers Association has invested more than $2 million in support of over 90 projects. Funding has supported public barley and hop variety development, hop disease and hop aroma research, as well as affiliated national and state-level grower organizations.

“The support of the Brewers Association is an essential element of our research portfolio–it maximizes the likelihood of developing varieties meeting agronomic, quality, and flavor expectations of the craft industry while simultaneously addressing the challenges of dynamic growing conditions,” said Dr. Patrick Hayes, professor, Crop and Soil Science, Oregon State University. “This funding will allow us to accelerate the development and release of winter and facultative two-row malting barley varieties.”

2020 Grant Recipients

See complete summary here.

Barley

Building a Winter Malting Barley Market for the Great Plains

Partner(s): University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Principal(s): Stephen Baenziger

Impact of Storage on Malting Quality and Seed Dormancy in Pre-Harvest Sprouting Resistant Spring Barley

Partner(s): Cornell University Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics

Principal(s): Mark Sorrells

Interaction Between Barley Genetics and Malt Process Impact on Flavor

Partner(s): Montana State University

Principal(s): Jamie Sherman

Winter and Spring Two-Row Malt for Conventional and Organic Systems

Partner(s): Montana State University

Principal(s): Jed Eberly

Using Marker-Assisted Selection to Develop Malting Quality Barley Varieties for Conventional and Organic Agriculture

Partner(s): University of California, Davis

Principal(s): Alicia del Blanco

Continued Support for the Development of Two- and Six-Rowed Winter Malt Barley Varieties for the Eastern U.S.

Partner(s): Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Principal(s): Carl Griffey

Deeper Explorations of Barley and Terroir Contributions to Beer Flavor

Partner(s): Oregon State University

Principal(s): Pat Hayes

Identifying Spring Malting Barley Varieties for the Craft Brewing Industries

Partner(s): North Dakota State University

Principal(s): Richard Horsley

Hops

Multifaceted Impacts of Nitrogen and Sulfur Fertility on Hop Productivity, Quality, and Brewing Characteristics

Partner(s): US Department of Agriculture; Oregon State University

Principal(s): David Gent

Mapping Novel Loci for Powdery Mildew Resistance in Hops

Partner(s): University of Minnesota

Principal(s): Gary Muehlbauer

Controlling Hop Enzymatic Potential – Hop Kilning and Brewery Treatments

Partner(s): Oregon State University

Principal(s): Thomas Shellhammer

Analysis of Various Metabolites in Hops as Potential Key Parameter for Thiol and Ester Release by Yeast During Beer Fermentation

Partner(s): Nyseos, Barth-Haas Group

Principal(s): Laurent Dagan, Christina Schoenberger

Draught Beer Quality

Evaluation of Biofilm Growth in Chemically Treated Beer Draught Tubing

Partner(s): Montana State University, Center for Biofilm Engineering

Principal(s): Darla Goeres

Proposals for 2021 calendar year funding will be accepted from March 1, 2020 until May 31, 2020, and can be submitted on the Brewers Association website.

About the Brewers Association
The Brewers Association (BA) is the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American brewers, their beers and the community of brewing enthusiasts. The BA represents 5,000-plus U.S. breweries. The BA’s independent craft brewer seal is a widely adopted symbol that differentiates beers by small and independent craft brewers. The BA organizes events including the World Beer Cup®, Great American Beer Festival®, Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America®, SAVOR™: An American Craft Beer & Food Experience, Homebrew Con™, National Homebrew Competition and American Craft Beer Week®. The BA publishes The New Brewer® magazine, and Brewers Publications® is the leading publisher of brewing literature in the U.S. Beer lovers are invited to learn more about the dynamic world of craft beer at CraftBeer.com® and about homebrewing via the BA’s American Homebrewers Association® and the free Brew Guru® mobile app. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The Brewers Association is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital/familial status. The BA complies with provisions of Executive Order 11246 and the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.

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SAN DIEGO — With mindful drinking and alcohol alternatives on the rise, San Diego-based Outbound Brewing is proud to announce the launch of a portfolio of non-alcoholic brews that invite consumers to craft their own adventure.

Outbound’s new product line includes traditional non-alcoholic, CBD-infused, and cannabis-infused options – all featuring small-batch brewing technique, craft beer taste, and only 30 calories per bottle. All three formulations are available in Outbound’s artisan flavor profiles:

Pale Haze, inspired by a classic pale ale recipe and brewed with Cascade and Amarillo hops from the Pacific Northwest — a uniquely refreshing combination with a smooth finish and crisp effervescence,

Blood Orange Haze, a flavor-forward, bright citrus twist on the original, and

Grapefruit Haze, a fresh, slightly tart crowd-pleaser.

Whether your adventure calls for a truly craft non-alcoholic beer, the added benefits of CBD infusion, or a fuller cannabis beverage experience, there’s an Outbound for you.

The team behind Outbound first launched a THC-infused, non-alcoholic beer called High Style in California in 2018.

“When we saw the immediate embrace of High Style in California, and the growing buzz around alcohol alternatives in society at large, we knew the demand for new and better adult beverage options was exploding well beyond the cannabis world,” said Outbound Brewing CEO Marty Reed.

“We have the best-tasting, highest-quality craft brew on the market. By offering it in CBD, THC, and traditional non-alcoholic formulas, we give consumers the freedom to choose their own experience without sacrificing flavor.”

Outbound Non-Alcoholic and Hemp-Infused Brews are launching in select retailers nationwide in January. Outbound Cannabis-Infused Brews will hit California dispensary shelves in February. Check OutboundBrewing.com for up-to-date availability and purchasing information, and follow @outboundbrewing on Instagram for more.

Outbound Product Portfolio

Non-Alcoholic – Crafted by hand in San Diego, Outbound’s traditional non-alcoholic offering contains its signature terpene blend, bringing artisanal beer flavors with only 30 calories (and zero hangover) per bottle. Product is available in single servings.

Hemp-Infused – Each 30-calorie, 12 oz. bottle contains 20mg of organic broad-spectrum hemp extract – delivering the perfect hangover-free combination inspired by the California lifestyle. Product is available in single servings.

Cannabis-Infused – Each 12 oz. serving contains 10mg of high-quality, fast-acting nano-emulsified THC, designed to create a refreshing and elevating experience. Product is available in single servings or in six packs.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Shhhh! In a groundbreaking partnership with Paramount Pictures’ A Quiet Place Part II, Boulevard Brewing Company today announced the release of a new packaging format for its popular, award-winning Tank 7 beer. The Kansas City brewery is now rolling out an exclusive, limited-edition four-pack of 16 oz cans featuring imagery tied to the highly anticipated sequel to the 2018 thriller, scheduled to hit theaters nationwide on March 20th.

Previously available only in bottles, the new year-round can of Tank 7 – a celebrated saison known for its complex flavor and fruity aromatics – represents an important milestone for Boulevard. To mark the occasion and the Paramount partnership, the new campaign invites fans to “Enjoy the thrill, if you dare” by cracking open a can.

“As fans of the first film, our team was thrilled to collaborate with Paramount by connecting the sequel to one of our most beloved beers,” said Natalie Gershon, vice president of marketing for Boulevard Brewing. “The film and the beer are both scary-good, and Tank 7’s distinctive taste makes it the perfect complement to all sorts of foods—including popcorn!”

ABOUT A QUIET PLACE PART II
Following the deadly events at home, the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) must now face the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path.The film, which will be released nationwide on March 20th, is written and directed by John Krasinksi and stars Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe, and Djimon Hounsou. Basedon the characters by Bryan Woods & Scott Beck, the film is produced by Michael Bay, Andrew Form,Brad Fuller, John Krasinski and executive produced by Allyson Seeger, Joann Perritano, and Aaron Janus.

ABOUT BOULEVARD BREWING CO.
Boulevard Brewing Company is the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest, producing fresh,flavorful beers using traditional ingredients and the best of both old and new brewing techniques.Known for their full flavor, exceptional balance and superior quality, Boulevard beers are availablein 41 states and 11 countries. For more information, visit boulevard.com or follow us onfacebook.com/Boulevard, twitter.com/Boulevard_Beer and instagram.com/boulevard_beer.

ABOUT PARAMOUNT PICTURES CORPORATION
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

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MILTON, Del. — Dogfish Head Craft Brewery is excited to announce its collection of off-centered ales is in route to the great state of North Dakota. The Delaware-based brewery is partnering with Bergseth Bros. Co., Inc., Jerome Distributing Inc., Magic City Beverage Co., McKinnon Company and Schwan Wholesale Co. to bring its full line-up of flavorful brews to residents throughout the Peace Garden State, increasing the company’s total market distribution to 46 states and Washington, D.C. Locals can look forDogfish Head beers on shelves and taps starting in late January.

Committed to delivering consistent, off-centered goodness to its fans,Dogfish Head has strategized and laid the groundwork for a forward-looking growth plan for North Dakota and beyond. “We’re ecstatic to share our lineup of well-differentiated beers withDogfish fans in North Dakota, and to begin creating long-lasting relationships with the state’s beer drinkers, retailers and distributors,” said Sam Calagione, founder ofDogfish Head. “We have our canning and bottling lines pumping out a boatload of beer, and we’ve got enough brewing capacity to ensure we can keep retailers well stocked with our family of off-centered ales for years to come.”

Dogfish Head fans in North Dakota can expect a gamut of the brewery’s iconic beers, like60 Minute IPA, a continually-hopped, East coast IPA;Slightly Mighty, a full-flavored,lo-cal* IPA; SeaQuench Ale, a session sour quencher; and 90 Minute IPA, a continually-hopped imperial IPA. They will also see a selection of bottles fromDogfish Head’s 2020-2021 Off-Centered Art Series, including Sun-Day-Feels,Punkin Ale and Campfire Amplifier. Limited quantities of specialty ales and rarities may be available too. For more information aboutDogfish Head Craft Brewery and its lineup of off-centered ales, visit www.dogfish.com.

Dogfish Head Brews & North Dakota Chews

For those that like having a bite with their brews,Dogfish Head suggests pairing these pints with some of North Dakota’s most iconic eats.

Grab a 90 Minute IPA to drink alongside Tater Tot Hotdish. The full-flavored malt backbone in the beer will complement the richness of this classic casserole, and the liquid’s assertive west coast hops will counterbalance the savory meat flavors of the meal.

SeaQuench Ale is the perfect pairing for some Lefse. The citrusy flavors of this sour ale provide a great balance to the dish’s light, potato-based flatbread, and the beer’s slightly-salty finish works well with both sweet and savory toppings.

Try 60 Minute IPA with Knoephla Soup. This off-centered beer’s citrusy hops provide a crisp finish, and its moderately-intense flavors will play well with the heartiness of the soup.

*95 calories, 3.6g carbs, 1g protein and 0g fat per 12oz serving.

About Dogfish Head Craft Brewery
Dogfish Head has proudly focused on brewing beers with culinary ingredients outside the Reinheitsgebot since the day it opened as the smallest American craft brewery nearly 25 years ago.Dogfish Head has grown into a top-20 craft brewery and won numerous awards throughout the years, includingWine Enthusiast’s 2015 Brewery of the Year and the James Beard Foundation Award for 2017 Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional. A Delaware-based brand withDogfish Head Brewings & Eats, an off-centered brewpub and distillery,Chesapeake & Maine, a geographically-enamored seafood restaurant, Dogfish Inn, a beer-themed inn on the harbor, andDogfish Head Craft Brewery, a production brewery and distillery featuring theTasting Room & Kitchen and Dogfish Head Distilling Co., Dogfish Head is a supporter of theIndependent Craft Brewing Seal, the definitive icon for American craft breweries to identify themselves to be independently-owned and carry the torch of transparency, brewing innovation and the freedom of choice originally forged by brewing community pioneers. Dogfish Head currently sells beer in 45 states and Washington D.C. For more information, visitwww.dogfish.com, Facebook: @dogfishheadbeer, Twitter: @dogfishbeer, and Instagram: @dogfishhead.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — KC Bier Co., Kansas City’s largest independent and locally-owned brewery, announces that it has advanced from microbrewery status to regional brewer status, per definitions set by the Brewers Association (BA), the national trade group representing the craft beer industry in the United States.

The brewery attained this status with its production volume of 16,526 barrels of bier in 2019 — a 24 percent increase over 2018 — which also outpaces the 4 percent national average growth rate for independent craft brewers. According to the BA 2018 data, there were 7,346 total breweries operating in the U.S., of which 7,116 breweries, or approximately 97 percent, are defined as brewpubs and microbreweries, while only 230 are defined as regional breweries, which must produce at least 15,000 barrels annually. (2019 data is not yet available).

As a regional brewer, KC Bier Co. is now part of a class of breweries representing approximately the top 3 percent of all breweries in the U.S., one of only five regional breweries in Missouri, and two in Kansas City.

Steve Holle, KC Bier Co. founder and managing owner, said the brewery’s growth into regional status is a testament to its commitment to brewing high-quality and genuine German-style beers using time-honored traditional German brewing methods and only four ingredients: water, yeast, and all-imported German malt and hops.

“Our mission always has been to brew authentic-tasting German-style beer and deliver it with the same character, flavor and freshness as beer brewed and consumed in Germany,” Holle said. “We’re grateful for the consumers, retailers and our distributors who helped us achieve this milestone in only six years even though our distribution area included just one major city, Kansas and western Missouri.”

Other brewery highlights from 2019 include the brewery’s Helles Lager being named one of the 19 Best Beers of 2019 by Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine, a national trade publication; being named one of the Top 10 Small Businesses of the Year by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce; and the brewery’s KC Oktoberfest, which drew more than 11,000 attendees to Crown Center on Oct. 4-5, was named Favorite Beer Festival in KC in VisitKC’s 2019 Visitors’ Choice Awards.

About KC Bier Co.
Since 2014, KC Bier Co. has pursued a simple mission: to brew authentic-tasting German-style bier with the same character, flavor and freshness as the bier brewed and consumed in Germany using only imported malt, hops and yeast, and traditional German brewing methods. The largest independent and locally owned brewery in Kansas City, KC Bier Co. offers its bier in its Bierhalle and Biergarten at 310 W. 79th St., in the Waldo neighborhood of Kansas City, statewide in Kansas and in the western Missouri. For more information, visit www.kcbier.com.

For More Information: kcbier.com/2020/01/10/the-year-in-bier-2019/

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