Archives for April 2022

EAST ANGLIA, UK – Bruha has relaunched its canned beer range in a new larger 440ml format.

East Anglia based brand, Bruha, creates a range of clean, clear and crisp beers to appeal to those aspirational drinkers that want a modern but accessible premium beer they can enjoy every day.

The pack size change aims to give consumers more value, whilst also aligning with the brand’s eco-friendly credentials.

“We want to give consumers more for their money. 330ml is a popular pack size, particularly in the craft beer sector, however we want to create a point of difference with this slightly larger format,” explains Bruha MD Rob Breakwell. “Our aim is to balance the premium nature of our beer with good value. Plus from an environmental point of view, it costs the same to fill a 440ml can as it does to fill a smaller can, so this slightly larger size is more eco-friendly.”

Launched by Rob Breakwell and Marc Medland in 2020, Bruha now brews 20,000 litres of beer a month in its brewery based on the Norfolk/Suffolk in the heart of farming country where the best barley is grown.

There are three beers in the Bruha range, which will now be available in 440ml cans.  Bruha Session Pale a 3.9% session strength pale ale using the very best East Anglian malted barley combined with Citra and Centennial hops to give a wonderful full flavoured beer with fantastic citrus notes for every day drinking.  Bruha Lager, a 4% pilsner-style lager using the very best East Anglian malted barley combined with Amarillo and Cascade hops. A great premium flavour for every day drinking.

Bruha IPA 5.6% is made using the very best East Anglian malted barley combined with Simcoe and Chinook hops to create a signature Indian Pale Ale. Bruha IPA is bursting with tropical fruit flavours and background pine aromas to give maximum flavour.  Continues Rob, “Bruha is aimed at the modern drinker. Someone who loves a good pint, but isn’t interested in fads or trying ‘the next big thing’. We want to become an essential beer brand for the region and beyond and be known for creating aspirational beers that are consistently delicious.”

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PASO ROBLES, California – “My love for the Sidecar cocktail goes right in line with my appreciation for Cognacs,” said Barrel Program Manager Eric Ponce. “This is a beer I’ve long wanted to make, and I finally got the perfect barrels to do it.”

Gold Rider is rolling out now in 12-ounce bottles as a limited release in all Firestone Walker markets. It also available at Firestone Walker locations and online at Firestone Beer, and is featured in the new “Spirited Fruits” collection available exclusively to Brewmaster’s Collective beer club members.

Riding High

The story of Gold Rider began when Ponce and his team brewed a base beer with an infusion of Central Coast white wine juice. After fermentation, they aged the beer in 500-liter XXO French Cognac barrels for two years, with a separate portion matured in orange bitters barrels.

Finally, they incorporated a touch of fresh-squeezed lemon juice to elevate the experience with citrusy acidity. The result is a distinctive barrel-aged beer whose ingredients and flavors faithfully mirror the experience of enjoying a classic Sidecar. Aromas of lemon, vanilla and toffee mingle with hazelnut and honey flavors along a lively, vibrant mouthfeel.

The Cognac barrels—all aged 14 to 20 years old—imparted a high-end character that ultimately defines the Gold Rider tasting experience. “These ‘extra extra old’ barrels come from one of France’s great Cognac houses,” Ponce said. “You get this refined Cognac character that can only come from barrels like these.”

The traditional Sidecar is made with Cognac, orange liqueur and lemon juice. The origins of the cocktail are unknown, but it is thought to have been invented in London or Paris around the end of World War I. It was named after the sidecar passenger motorcycle attachment that was popular at that time.

For Ponce, his affection for the Sidecar is personal. “This beer is inspired by my grandmother,” he says. “She always had a bottle of cheap brandy and would only sip some on Sunday evenings, always straight. As I got older, I acquired a taste for Armagnac and Cognac and the cocktails made from them. I persuaded her to give them a taste. Today, my grandmother still takes her brandy neat, but now she also lets me make her a Sidecar when I visit.”

Gold Rider lands as the latest release from Firestone Walker’s Vintage program. This program began in 2005 with the creation of the brewery’s first Anniversary Ale barrel-aged blend. Ever since, the resulting beers have flown under the banner of the Vintage series, which has become one of the most extensive spirits barrel-aging programs in the craft industry.

About Firestone Walker

Founded by brothers-in-law Adam Firestone and David Walker in 1996, Firestone Walker Brewing Company is a California beer company with three innovative brewing facilities. Firestone Walker’s main brewery in Paso Robles produces a diverse portfolio ranging from iconic pale ales to vintage barrel-aged beers. The Barrelworks facility in Buellton makes eccentric wild ales, while the Propagator pilot brewhouse in Venice specializes in R&D beers and limited local offerings. Firestone Walker is also the brewery behind 805, one of the nation’s fastest-growing beers. Firestone Walker was recently named “Best American Brewery of the Decade” by Paste Magazine.

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SAN DIEGO, California – Second Chance Beer Company has been busy brewing their latest creation – Buddy – a crushable American lager with a crisp, refreshing finish. Second Chance prides itself on being more than just an award-winning brewery. It’s a company that is proud to be a part of a strong community of craft beer lovers who advocate for good. The brewery embraces diversity, values innovation and gives back without compromise. While there are many breweries that take charitable action and subscribe to a “people first” mentality, Second Chance is San Diego’s only “pups-first, drink-second” brewery.

In the spirit of giving back without compromise, Second Chance will donate a portion of all proceeds from Buddy Lager to local dog rescues such as The Animal Pad and Second Chance Rescue. Both rescues are non-profit organizations dedicated to saving homeless dogs and giving them a second chance at life.

”Giving pups a second chance is at the core of what we do at Second Chance Beer Company. We’ve done dog adoptions and fundraisers since we opened in 2015, and over the last couple years, we started fostering rescue pups, a few of which have been adopted by our team and regular guests. It’s rewarding to see them thriving in their furever homes. Buddy Lager is a way for fans to support our efforts – and enjoy a delicious beer at the same time,” explains CEO and Co-Owner, Virginia Morrison.

As stated on the Buddy Lager cans, “It doesn’t matter where you’re going, it’s who you have beside you on the journey.” Available in four-packs of 16-oz cans, you can get your hands on Buddy Lager at select retailers including Second Chance Beer Company tasting rooms (North Park & Carmel Mtn Ranch), Total Wines (Mission Valley & Carmel Mtn Ranch (opening soon)), Barrel Republic (Escondido), Arrowood Golf Course (Oceanside), Hideout Bar & Grill (Pacific Beach), Iron Pig Alehouse (Pacific Beach), Amplified Ale Works (East Village) and Cass Street Bar & Grill (Pacific Beach).

ABV: 4.6%

About Second Chance Beer Company

Second Chance Beer Company was founded in September 2015 by Marty Mendiola and Virginia Morrison. The San Diego-based, award-winning craft brewery has a brewery and tasting room in Carmel Mountain Ranch and a beer lounge and tasting room in North Park. Its beer also can be found in restaurants, bars and retailers in San Diego and Orange Counties and throughout Arizona. In addition to making award-winning beer, Second Chance’s mission is to give pups a second chance through support of dog rescues. The Second Chance Team is proud to offer a diverse menu of craft beers, hard seltzers, beer cocktails, and non-alcoholic options, to ensure their tasting rooms are spaces where everyone is welcome to form connections, share stories, and champion good deeds.

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BALTIMORE, Maryland – To elevate a fan-favorite recipe, DuClaw Brewing Company added ‘Sweet Baby Swirl!’ to its lineup of ‘Sweet Baby Jesus!’ variations. This brew offers a few distinct characteristics, as this is the only white stout in the series, and the first to feature a golden appearance.

The introduction of vanilla is warm and enticing, proving to pair well with the classic flavors of silky chocolate and smooth peanut butter.

“As we continue to transform the original ‘Sweet Baby Jesus!’ recipe, we know that subtle and smart tweaks can make all the difference,” said Dave Benfield, CEO and Founder of DuClaw Brewing Company. “If you crave a slightly creamier sip, this is the recipe to try.”

This addition follows the release of ‘Sweet Baby Chai!’ which was the first of four ‘Sweet Baby Jesus!’ variations to be released this year.

‘Sweet Baby Swirl!’ is a light to medium-bodied 6.2% ABV white stout and is now available in 12oz cans, and available on draft or nitro kegs at select locations.

About DuClaw Brewing Company

Baltimore-based and fearlessly innovating in craft beer since 1996: Craft Be Cherished. Rules Be Damned. DuClaw beer is available in 24 U.S. states and DC, as well as in Canada and France.

Find DuClaw distributed in:

Alabama, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington D.C., West Virginia.

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CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – Sycamore Brewing, the largest Charlotte-born brewery and top three craft brewery in the state of North Carolina, announces the return of its popular Rainbow Dust (7.2% ABV) India Pale Ale.

“Rainbow Dust is a fan favorite. We constantly get comments and messages about when this limited-edition beer will be returning,” says Sycamore Brewing’s co-owner, Sarah Taylor Brigham. “I’m happy to say it’s available across our distribution footprint now!”

Sycamore’s Rainbow Dust is “magic in a can.” It is brewed with six very rare hops and features tasting notes bursting of ripe melon, berry and tropical fruits. Fans can find this beer on draft and in cans at Sycamore’s Charlotte-based taproom, while four-packs are also available for purchase throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia and Ohio.

About Sycamore Brewing

Sycamore Brewing, a Charlotte-based brewery, has been producing award-winning craft liquids since 2013 and is owned and operated by husband-and-wife team, Justin and Sarah Brigham. Sycamore has grown and expanded at whirlwind speed since opening its doors and has consequently quadrupled its total beer production since 2018. Sycamore operates a bustling taproom and beer garden complete with craft beer, live music, food trucks and more, and has consistently been ranked as one of the top Uber stops in Charlotte. In the fall of 2022, the company will open a café inside its taproom, expanding its offerings and further establishing Sycamore Brewing as a gathering place for good times and great beer.  Sycamore beer is available in NC, SC, VA, TN, KY, GA, and OH, with additional states to be added this year.

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PORTLAND, Oregon – Hopworks Urban Brewery (HUB), the first B Corp brewery in the Pacific Northwest, has set a new limited release loose in the wild: Chuckle Cones Whole Cone IPA.

This well-balanced and flavorful IPA has a rich golden hue and aromas of peach, pineapple and sweet orange.  The beer features guava and apricot hop flavors with a balanced finish. The name is a nod to the whole Chinook and Idaho 7 hop cones added in the hop back during brewing, which puts the fruity terpenes front and center.

“This beer was fun to make, as a callback to earlier days of brewing before hop pellets,” said Ryan Pappe, head brewer at Hopworks. “Adding those whole cones in the hop back gives Chuckle Cones next-level fruity, citrusy flavors and aromas that just make you want to keep tasting!”

Chuckle Cones Whole Cone IPA clocks in at 66 IBU and 6.7% ABV. It’s brewed and fermented with Cascade, Centennial, El Dorado and Mosaic hops, with whole cone Chinook and Idaho 7 hops in the hop back.

Chuckle Cones is available as a limited release through May on tap and in 16 oz. 4-packs at grocers, bottle shops, and at Hopworks’ two locations on SE Powell Boulevard in Portland and SE Mill Plain Boulevard in Vancouver, Washington.

About Hopworks Urban Brewery 

Founded in Portland, Oregon, in 2008 by Christian and Brandie Ettinger, Hopworks Urban Brewery creates world-class beer and food with sustainable business practices that protect the environment and support our community. Family-owned and operated, Hopworks sources thoughtfully, operates efficiently and minimizes waste in an effort to protect the planet. The company’s 20-barrel brewery produces 10,000 barrels of beer a year for Hopworks’ brewpubs and distribution throughout Cascadia. Hopworks is the first Certified B Corporation brewery in the Pacific Northwest.

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BROOKLYN, New York – Threes Brewing has released a can-conditioned rendition of Closer To The Point, a portfolio Spelt Saison. The spelt used was sourced from Thrall Family Malt in Windsor, Connecticut, which is consistent with the tradition of using local grains in Saison, and with Threes’ passion for working with small farms.

This can-conditioned release is characterized by smaller, more effervescent bubbles compared to its bottled counterpart, and possesses notes of peach leaves, white pepper, and proofing bread dough. Complex layers of flavor make this beer exciting, while maintaining its refreshing and easy-drinking characteristics.

Head Brewer Matt Levy calls this version of Closer To The Point “the ultimate spring beer.”

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LONGMONT, Colorado – Oskar Blues Brewery announces The Works, a new nationally distributed mixed pack with three of the craft brewery’s best selling beers. The Works includes six cans of Oskar’s Lager (the crushable craft light lager you’re most likely to need more of) and three cans each of the craft classic Dale’s Pale Ale and the brand new Double Dale’s Imperial IPA – making the mixed pack superbly practical for all beer drinkers. The Works Mixed Pack is available now nationwide as a 12-pack of 12 oz. cans.

Oskar’s Lager (4% ABV): the beer Oskar Blues brewers always wanted to drink, so they made it – an ultra-crisp, smooth lager with a low ABV but a depth of flavor that allows for day-long sessioning.  Dale’s Pale Ale (6.5% ABV): a defiant, proud, voluminously hopped mutha of a pale ale. Dale’s delivers a hoppy nose and assertive-yet-balanced flavors of pale malts and citrusy, floral American hops. Double Dale’s Imperial IPA (9% ABV): worthy of its namesake, this massive IPA double’s down on hops for Oskar Blues’ 20th CANiversary. Talus and Eldorado hops lead with citrus and tropical notes wrapped in a well-balanced, surprisingly sippable malt backbone.

Oskar Blues Brewery is no stranger to packaging innovation and groundbreaking, yet supremely practical solutions. The brewery’s flagship Dale’s Pale Ale is globally known as the original craft beer in a can. Introduced twenty years ago in 2002, packaging a hoppy pale ale in a can at the time was unheard of but the benefits (for portability, recyclability, and beer quality) soon dismantled all preconceived anti-can notions. For The Works Mixed Pack, Oskar Blues turns to practicality and innovation once again by ditching the traditional mixed pack model of an equal number of each beer style. In a mixed 12-pack of beers, why not put more cans of the low-ABV craft light lagers? It’s the beer you want to drink more of and often. When the mood shifts towards hops and the party really gets going, Double Dale’s and the original Dale’s Pale Ale are there backing you up. Or maybe Double Dale’s and Dale’s are the after-work specials while Oskar’s Lager keeps the evening rolling on. Either way, The Works has all the bases covered. Find The Works on shelves nationwide in 12-packs of 12 oz. cans now.

About Oskar Blues Brewery

Founded by Dale Katechis in 1997 in Lyons, Colorado, Oskar Blues Brewery launched the craft-beer-in-a-can apocalypse with their hand-canned flagship brew, Dale’s Pale Ale. Today, Oskar Blues operates breweries in Colorado, North Carolina and Texas featuring Dale’s Pale Ale as the nation’s #3 top-selling craft can six-pack at U.S. supermarkets. Oskar Blues is available nationwide in the US and in over 20 countries. Oskar Blues Brewery is a proud member of CANarchy, a disruptive collective of like-minded craft brewers dedicated to bringing high-quality, innovative flavors to drinkers in the name of independent craft beer.

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NEW YORK, New York – Introducing NEON BURST™, a brand new bold, full-flavored 8% ALC./VOL. sparkling hard beverage bursting with an electrifying blend of fruit flavors. As the latest product innovation from America’s leading brewer Anheuser-Busch, NEON BURST™ is now available at convenience stores nationwide in two varieties, including:

NEON BURST™ Punch Blast: Each sip is a blend of tropical fruit flavors including pineapple, passionfruit, orange, raspberry, cherry, and apple.

NEON BURST™ Grape Blowout: Each sip is an explosion of grape flavor and citrus tartness.

NEON BURST™ was designed specifically to catch the eye on-shelf at convenience stores with vibrant packaging and wild flavors. Wherever the night takes you, from a spontaneous Wednesday night hang playing some video games or watching the game with your best friends, NEON BURST™ is there to spark up the moment and level up your taste buds.

“When you evaluate what’s happening at c-store, you’re seeing a highly engaged customer help grow  full-flavored, 6%-8% ALC./VOL. beverages to a $1B category*,” said Joanie Kwok, Senior Brand Director, FMB Portfolio at Anheuser-Busch. “We saw an opportunity to shake things up with this new product that’s exactly what this evolving consumer is currently looking for.”

Both NEON BURST™ Punch Blast and Grape Blowout deliver a bold explosion of fruit flavor that our consumer craves, but with less than 5 grams of sugar and only 170 calories per 12oz. serving. Fans can now find NEON BURST™ in 25 oz. and 16 oz.** single cans across the country. Click here to find NEON BURST™ near you!

NEON BURST™ is the newest addition to Anheuser-Busch’s Beyond Beer portfolio of brands, which also includes Cutwater Spirits, BABE Wine, NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer, and most recently, Margaritaville Tropical Punch.

*IRI TUS MULC L52wk Nov 2021

**NEON BURST™ is currently available in 25oz. single-serve cans nationally and 16oz. single-serve cans in the following states: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

About Anheuser-Busch

For more than 160 years, Anheuser-Busch has carried on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate more than 120 facilities, including breweries, wholesaler distribution centers, agricultural facilities and packaging plants, and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America’s most recognizable beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA, Stella Artois, and Cutwater Spirits, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry. From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home.

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DILLON, Colorado – The Town of Dillon proudly announces the return of the 10th Annual Lake Dillon Beer Fest on Saturday, June 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. Lake Dillon Beer Fest features more than 30 world-class Colorado craft breweries pouring their delicious suds, food, and live music at Dillon Amphitheater (201 Lodgepole St, Dillon, CO 80435). Beer lovers can sip and sample the best beers that Colorado has to offer while overlooking Lake Dillon and majestic views of the Rocky Mountains. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 15 and can be purchased online.

“We’re so excited to bring this festival back to Dillon for craft beer lovers,” says Suzanne Phillipson, Town of Dillon’s Marketing and Communications Manager. “Often heralded as the kick off of summer there’s nothing better than enjoying a cold brew while taking in the gorgeous views of Summit County.”

Tickets, which cost $40, include unlimited beer tastings and a commemorative glass. A portion of the proceeds from the event will support the Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG) and their mission to promote, protect and propel independent craft breweries in the State of Craft Beer. $5 from every ticket will also support The Blue River Watershed Group (BRWG) and their mission to promote, protect, and restore a healthy Blue River watershed through cooperative community education, stewardship, and resource management.

About Town of Dillon

The Town of Dillon, Colorado is a small mountain community that is big on fun. Located in the heart of Summit County along the shores of the Dillon Reservoir, Dillon is home to multiple breathtaking outdoor amenities. It’s a great place to spend the day whether you’re soaking in the local history, hiking, biking or having fun out on the water. Locals and visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, entertainment and adventure in this Colorado mountain town.

About the Colorado Brewers Guild

The Colorado Brewers Guild (CBG) is a nonprofit trade association with the mission to promote, protect, and propel independent craft breweries in the State of Craft Beer through advocacy, community, education, and public awareness. The majority of the state’s 400+ licensed breweries and brewpubs are members.

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