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Alaskan Brewing Company Unveils WILDNESS, a Lifestyle Brew Designed for Adventure Seekers

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JUNEAU, Alaska – Alaskan Brewing Company is proud to release a new lifestyle-focused beer, WILDNESS, to its year-round product lineup. Crafted in Juneau, Alaska, which is famously located off the road system and only accessible by boat or plane, WILDNESS is now available in all current Alaskan Brewing Company markets.

“WILDNESS is for those who want a taste of adventure,” said Maxwell Rule, Chief Operating Officer of Alaskan Brewing Company. “This beer is an exciting new release, unlike any other for our brewery, giving seasoned Alaskan Brewing fans and beer lovers across the country a taste of the adventurous lifestyle of the Last Frontier.”

WILDNESS is made by working harmoniously with the rugged environment rather than against it, as the brewery harnesses Alaska’s frigid temperatures for its unique cold fermentation process. The resulting Alaskan® Cold Beer is invigoratingly crisp and bold with pioneering spirit.

“WILDNESS embodies a distinct identity that sets it apart from previous Alaskan Brewing releases,”?said Mark Lawson, Director of Craft and Specialty Brands at Nevada Beverage.?“Consumers will undoubtedly be drawn to the unapologetic attitude of WILDNESS. It’s not just a beverage; it’s a manifesto of self-expression and authenticity. From its bold flavors to its captivating branding, WILDNESS invites?beer drinkers?to embrace their true selves and revel in the wildness of life.”

Whether you’re conquering new heights, reminiscing on past adventures, or wishing to remain untamed, visit the beer finder on wildnessbeer.com tofind WILDNESS on draft and in stores near you.

In addition to producing award-winning beverages, Alaskan Brewing Company strives for innovation through progressive programs like employee ownership and a commitment to environmental stewardship.

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Lakewood Brewing Co. Introduces Stub’s – Texas Pils

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DALLAS, Texas— Lakewood Brewing Co. has launched Stub’s – Texas Pils (4.5% ABV), a clear, crisp, and refreshing pilsner with a balanced smooth finish.

“Classic beer styles have survived a long time for a good reason. Like we say in Texas, ‘If it aint broke, don’t fix it.’ We created an uncomplicated beer, with quality ingredients, to enjoy at the end of your complicated day,” said Wim Bens, founder and president of Lakewood Brewing. “We’re going back to beer flavored beer. Stub’s is a beer you can grab for any occasion.”

The beer, priced at an inflation busting $8.99 to $9.99 for a 6-pack and $18.99 for a 12-pack, is a nostalgic nod to a simpler time with a retro branding that will be on shelves and on tap throughout the state starting in March. Stub’s is made in Texas by Texans for Texans.

Lakewood is also introducing two new Temptress varieties and a new Seasonal.

Irish Cream Temptress (9.1% ABV), currently available market-wide, is indulged with rich creamy flavors of Irish Cream and the velvety roasted malt and chocolate flavors of Temptress, the Stout of Texas.

In April, Cookies ‘n Cream Temptress (9.1% ABV) will hit shelves, which is brewed with an outrageous amount of Oreo cookies.

Sunburst Wheat (5.5% ABV), Lakewood’s NEW Spring/Summer seasonal “tastes like a Texas Sunset”. Light and refreshing with soft hints of fruit, it will be available state-wide in time for the solar eclipse on April 8.

Lakewood is most notably known for its Temptress Imperial Milk Stout, the best-selling craft stout in Texas. Today, its portfolio also includes Stub’s – Texas Pils, year-round IPA’s, lagers, stouts, and popular seasonal offerings like Sunburst Wheat, all of which draw beer lovers to the Brewery and Taproom at 2302 Executive Drive in Garland. Lakewood beers are available on shelves Texas-wide and can be found using Lakewood’s online Beer Finder.

About Lakewood Brewing Company

Lakewood Brewing Company is a family-owned, independent craft brewery making Seriously

Fun Beer. Lakewood exploded onto the DFW brewing scene in 2012 and became famous for its Temptress Imperial Milk Stout, which is now the best-selling craft stout in Texas. Its diverse beer portfolio includes IPA’s, Lagers, seasonal, and limited release beers.

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Modern Times Beer Introduces Radiant Glow

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SAN DIEGO, California— Modern Times Beer announces its newest year-round offering, Radiant Glow Hazy Ale. The sessionable 4.6% ABV brew features citrus and tropical fruit notes with a hint of pine.

Radiant Glow was built from a grain bill of 2 Row, White Wheat, Flaked Oats, and Caraform, which makes for a smooth, hazy, and remarkably full body despite its lower ABV. Generous amounts of Citra Incognito, Citra Cryo, Mosaic, and HBC 630 contribute classic citrus peel and fruit notes, while Centennial gives it a touch of pine and old-school hop bite.

“This beer is insanely drinkable, refreshing, and bursting at the seams with bright fruit and fresh orange characteristics,” said Justin Holmes, New Projects Manager.

The newest brew is available now in 6-packs of 12oz cans and draft and will be featured in Modern Times’ Mixed Pack of Radness this spring. Find Radiant Glow at Modern Times taprooms in Point Loma, North Park, and Encinitas, online for shipping to California and Oregon, and coming soon to fine retailers.

About Modern Times Beer

Founded in 2013, Modern Times Beer is an intrepid cadre of brewers, coffee roasters, culinary wizards, creative powerhouses, and beer-slingers. MT is based in San Diego with its production brewery, roastery, and tasting room in Point Loma, tasting room in San Diego’s North Park neighborhood, and restaurant/tasting room in Encinitas. Modern Times Beer is distributed throughout California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Hawaii, Texas, and Washington. In 2022, Modern Times Beer + Coffee joined Craft ‘Ohana, a family of beverage brands including Maui Brewing Co, Maui Hard Seltzer, and Kupu Spirits.

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Outer Range Brewing Expands Internationally With Second Location in the French Alps

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FRENCH ALPS, France – Take an adventure into the heart of the French Alps as Outer Range Brewing, Colorado’s renowned craft brewery and après hub, proudly announces the grand opening of its second location. Driven by a passion to evolve as brewers and inspired by the dynamic craft beer scene in Europe, Outer Range Brewing takes a monumental leap unveiling its second location in the French Alps.

Celebrated for its award-winning mastery and cherished as a favorite in the Rockies, Outer Range Brewery is now making waves in France. Situated at the base of Mont Blanc in Sallanches, France, the new establishment serves as a mountain brewery catering to the local community and nearby resorts such as Chamonix, Megève, and Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. Embodying the same spirit as its original Frisco location, Sallanches is surrounded by iconic mountains and communities deeply rooted in outdoor recreation.

In the pursuit of brewing excellence, Outer Range invested in identical brew systems for both the U.S. and French locations. This ensures a harmonious consistency in the beers crafted on both continents. The tap list at Outer Range French Alps features a selection of familiar flagship brews and an exciting new lineup inspired by the techniques of European brewers. European and American brewers will seamlessly rotate between these two brewing havens to foster a dynamic exchange of techniques and ideas.

“We envisioned our next brewing frontier as a catalyst for our growth, a place that would transform us into an international mountain brewery,” said Lee Cleghorn, the visionary Co-Founder and head brewer of Outer Range Brewing. “Guided by our mantra, ‘Leave the Life Below,’ we sought a location that embodied our values on a grand scale, and what better stage than the birthplace of après ski itself—the French Alps. Melding European and American brewing expertise, we strive to create the very best beer imaginable. Let the cross-continental adventure begin!”

Spanning 20,000 square feet, the French Alps location offers an inviting space with 200 indoor seats and floor-to-ceiling views of Mont Blanc, offering food from Chicken Scratch, a dedicated Nashville hot chicken restaurant, plus Conflict Coffee, a new coffee roasting endeavor by the group sourcing coffee from conflict regions and eventually reinvesting back into those places.

Outer Range French Alps is now open to the public at 531 Rue de Capitaine Bulle, Sallanches, FR and they will be celebrating the location’s grand opening on April 20, 2024. The grand opening of Outer Range Brewing’s Sallanches location marks a significant milestone in the brewery’s expansion, promising patrons an immersive experience in the heart of the French Alps.

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World’s Largest Beer Float – New World Record at Third Eye Brewing in Hamilton, Ohio

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Largest Beer Float - New World Record at Third Eye Brewing in Hamilton, OhioThird Eye Brewing and the U.S. Open Beer Championship partnered to set a world record for the largest beer float.

To celebrate National Stout Month, which is February, Kelly Montgomery from Third Eye Brewing and Dow Scoggins from the U.S. Open Beer Championship created the World’s Largest Beer Float using 9 liters(27 12oz cans) of Higher Purpose Milk Stout and 36 scoops of Graeter’s Vanilla Ice Cream. Kelly, a co-owner of Third Eye and the brewery’s head brewer, and Dow Scoggins, founder of the U.S. Open Beer Championships, which is based in Oxford, both always wanted to hold a world record. So, they both got to check off “Hold a world record” from their bucket list.


About the Third Eye Brewing
Third Eye Brewing is an award-winning brewery that believes in lots of experimentation and trying new things to help open your Third Eye! In 2023, the brewery won 2 gold medals and two silver medals at the Great American Beer Festival and was named Brewery of the Year 1,001-2,000 Barrels.

The brewery prides itself on always keeping its beer menu fresh with new rotating styles and their goal is to make sure everyone can always find a few favorites on tap, even those who claim
to be non-beer drinkers!

Also, in 2023, Third Eye Brewing opened its new production brewery in Hamilton, Ohio while their original brewery thrives in Sharonsville, Ohio. Both breweries are located near the Cincinnati Metro Area.

About the U.S. Open Beer Championship
The U.S. Open Beer Championship was founded in 2009 and judges more beer styles than any other competition in the world. The U.S. Open is also the only major beer competition to allow the gold medal winners of the AHA’s National Homebrew Competition to participate. The U.S. Open judging is held at the U.S. Open Event Center in Oxford, Ohio. The U.S. Open became the first beer competition to be held in its venue, a 6,000-square-foot Amish pole barn on a small farm. The barn consists of a judging area, a serving area, two 450-square-foot coolers, an office, and a nano brewery. To see “The Barn”, Click here to see a YouTube video of the 15th Anniversary of the U.S. Open Beer Championship.

About National Stout Month
National Stout Month, celebrated every February, is a tribute to one of craft beer’s most beloved and versatile styles: the stout. This month-long event invites breweries, bars, and beer enthusiasts across the United States to honor the rich, roasty, and often decadent flavors of stouts, from classic Irish dry stouts to innovative barrel-aged imperial stouts. Breweries often release special stout variants, host tap takeovers, and organize tasting events to showcase the style’s diversity, featuring flavors like coffee, chocolate, vanilla, or even experimental ingredients like chili or fruit. National Stout Month not only highlights the creativity of brewers but also brings communities together to savor these bold, comforting beers during the chilly winter season, making it a must-experience for craft beer lovers.

 

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Kit NA Brewing, Inc. Unveils Refreshing New Packaging and New Flavor to Kick Off 2024

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PORTLAND, Maine— Kit NA Brewing, a trailblazer in the non-alcoholic craft beer industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest offering, Get Set Wheat. Get Set, originally an IPA, has undergone a transformation, now embracing the delicious and refreshing profile of a wheat beer. Get Set Wheat is bright and crushable with notes of orange peel and coriander, followed by a smooth, full-bodied finish

Get Set Wheat is both approachable and crushable, perfectly reflecting the brand’s ethos. This relaunch aims to enhance the diversity of Kit’s portfolio, catering to a wider audience and meeting the growing demand for this craft beer style. Get Set Wheat is now being introduced by distribution partners along the East Coast, as well as available on Kit’s website and Amazon Prime. Get Set Wheat is available in both a 6-pack option, as well an inclusion within Kit’s Starter Variety 12-pack.

Additionally, Kit NA Brewing is launching its refreshing new look and new packaging which spans its entire portfolio of cans, 6-pack cartons, and 12-pack cartons.

The Kit NA Brewing styles of On Your Mark, Get Set, Here We Go and the Variety Pack now have a brighter, simpler look. Embodying vibrancy and approachability, the new packaging mirrors Kit NA Brewing’s ethos of a bright and inviting culture while now prominently featuring the “non-alcoholic” call out on the rim to facilitate easier identification for consumers at any angle. The revamped graphics roll out in early 2024 and promise to set Kit NA Brewing apart on store shelves for consumers seeking premium non-alcoholic beverages.

Kit NA Brewing understands the significance of engaging a diverse audience, acknowledging that the core customer base is radically diverse in age, identity, and interests. Kit’s refreshed packaging includes a colorful mosaic backdrop to the cans and cartons that will help to draw in the core non-alcoholic beer consumer even more. Additionally, consumers can now find important attributes on the cans and cartons such as being vegan-friendly, and gluten-removed, as well as an increased presence of the non-alcoholic call out.

The revamped packaging and Get Set Wheat launch underscores Kit NA Brewing’s ongoing commitment to adapt to the ever-evolving preferences of the growing NA category and enhance the overall brand experience.

About Kit NA Brewing

Kit NA Brewing, founded in 2021 by co-founders Rob Barrett and Will Fisher, makes 6x award-winning, crushable, craft-brewed non-alcoholic beer for everyone and every occasion. Available in 3 different flavors: On Your Mark (Blonde), Get Set (Wheat) and Here We Go (Hazy), Kit NA Brewing’s mission is to offer high-quality craft beer without the buzz, that does not compromise on taste or quality. #HaveAKit

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Three Floyds Unleashes Bold West Coast-Style IPA, Turbo Reaper

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MUNSTER, Indiana— Three Floyds Brewing, known for their boundary-pushing craft beers, have launched Turbo Reaper – the brewery’s inaugural year-round West Coast IPA offering. The medium-bodied 7% ABV brew features tropical and citrus hop flavors with a moderate bitterness and notes of pineapple, grapefruit, and mango.

“We went with a West Coast IPA because we wanted to create a bright, hoppy, and drinkable IPA that you can see through,” says Brewmaster Chris Boggess. “This beer leans a little more modern with its tropical hop aroma and flavor, plus a citrusy backbone.”

The newest brew will be available in 6-packs of 12oz cans and draft. The black packaging with bright pink accents features art by Matt Stikker and falls in line with Three Floyds’ “Not Normal” ethos. Turbo Reaper will also be featured in Three Floyds’ next variety pack, which includes three core brews and one rotating beer exclusive to the 12-pack.

Turbo Reaper will be available in all Three Floyds markets, which includes 21 states + Washington D.C., and at the brewery’s retail kiosk (9750 Indiana Pkwy, Munster, Indiana.) Retailers and on-premise accounts can be located through the brewery’s product finder.

About Three Floyds Brewing

Three Floyds is a Midwestern brewery dedicated to crafting a wide and ‘Not Normal’ range of quality ales and lagers. Since their founding in 1996 by Nick Floyd, they continue to brew uncompromising and full-flavored beers for a range of tastes. Three Floyds is reported as the 24th top-producing craft brewery by volume in the United States by the Brewers Association.

After spending over two decades brewing a wide portfolio of craft beer, Three Floyds began envisioning a new, higher-proof project – a distillery.

Using both traditional and innovative distilling techniques, the team created a line of super-premium spirits derived from the finest and rare ingredients. Today’s lineup includes award-winning whiskeys and gins – as well as newly created premium canned cocktails. The distillery stays true to Three Floyds’ ‘Not Normal’ code – unwavering and without compromise.

Since their official launch in 2019, Three Floyds Distilling has accumulated over 65 accolades, including Indiana Distillery of the Year at the New York World Wine and Spirits Competition, Best in Class at the American Craft Spirit Awards, and six triple gold medals at MicroLiquors Spirit Awards.

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Old 121 Brewhouse 5th Anniversary

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LAKEWOOD, Colorado — Old 121 Brewhouse is getting OLDE and will celebrate its 5th Anniversary on Saturday, March 23, with an all day celebration from 12 – 10 PM. The event will feature 5 beer releases, live music, a barbeque food truck, limited edition merch, and celebrating the history of the Lakewood brewery.

The big highlight of the weekend will be the release of 5 beers which include:

  • Colorado Kool-Aid DIPA: A DDH DIPA brewed with 5 different hops (clocking in at 121 IBUs) in collaboration with Ryan Wankel of the Lakewood Fermentation Club, who won a scale-up competition to brew the beer for Old 121’s anniversary
  • Peach Port Farmhouse: A funky farmhouse beer that has aged 11 months in port barrels and Palisade Peaches from Clark Family Orchards
  • Anniversary Barleywine Cask: Only one firkin is available of this 10.5% English Barleywine that was aged with dried apricots and american oak then conditioned in a cask
  • Bourbon Hard Root Beer: A special Hard Soda release of Old 121’s Hard Root Beer aged with bourbon flavoring
  • Take It Easy Gramps: A Heritage Light Lager collab with Old 121’s original Founders, Brett and Karla Zahrte, and Banded Oak Brewing. The recipe was formulated from notes taken in Brett’s grandfather’s brew journal from his days at Schlitz in the 1950s. The Zahrte family joined the Banded Oak Brewing team and Old 121’s current owners, Sam and Katie Nicholson to brew the collab, which will be released for the anniversary (and also featured at Collab Fest on March 30).

Old 121 Brewhouse will also be opening its seasonal patio, The Yukon St. Beer Garden, for the festivities (weather permitting), which will include beer garden seating, more dog-friendly areas, and lawn games.

Barbosa’s Barbeque Food Truck will be on site serving up some of the best BBQ in the state of Colorado and there will be live music featuring Facebagel (from 1 – 3 PM) and Wylie Jones (from 4 – 7 PM).

There will also be limited edition merch available for the celebration featuring the brewery’s Olde School, public house style graphics.

Old 121 Brewhouse is a small brewery in Lakewood that was founded in March 2019 – and the 1st anniversary party was canceled due to the COVID shut down. The brewery was purchased by now Owner Katie Nicholson and Co-Owner and Head Brewer Sam Nicholson in September of 2022 (who began working and brewing at Old 121 back in 2019). Not only has the brewery served delicious brews for five years, but has taken an active role in the community including Crowlers for the Frontlines, partnerships with the VFW, highlighting local artists, and partnering with local organizations like The Action Center.

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Allagash Releases New Seasonal Beer: Surf House

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PORTLAND, Maine— Award-winning Allagash Brewing Company is getting in the summer spirit with the release of their new seasonal beer, Surf House, which is rolling out across the brand’s entire 20-state distribution footprint.

Surf House (5.5% ABV), a lager crafted for easy-going relaxation, is brewed to be super-crisp and drinkable, and dry-hopped for subtle tropical notes. It will be available in 6-packs and 12-packs of 12 oz. cans.

Surf House may be new, but it is already earning accolades. The beer was named a finalist in the2024 Good Food Awards, which highlights food (including beer) that is “tasty, authentic, and responsible.” Another key attribute of Surf House is that it reflects Allagash’s ongoing and expanding commitment to brew with Maine-grown grain. The beer features Maine Malt House Pale Malt (from Buck Farms in Mapleton, ME) and Buck Farms-flaked corn that’s grown by Crane Farms in Exeter, ME.

Surf House also marks the debut of Allagash’s first-ever, true rotating seasonal beer line-up: the House series. The new cohesive line-up will also include Haunted House, a hoppy dark ale, and Ski House, a winter white ale, coming later this year.

“Surf House epitomizes summer relaxation and it’s a great way to kick off our seasonal House series,” said Jason Perkins, Brewmaster, Allagash. “It’s a super accessible beer that we’re proud to share with our customers to incorporate into their summer plans, from beach days to barbecues to camping and more.”

About Allagash Brewing Company

Allagash Brewing Company is a Certified B Corp founded in Portland, Maine, by James Beard Award-winner Rob Tod. 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. Allagash has been deemed one of the best American Breweries of the decade by Paste Magazine and one of the best breweries in America by Gear Patrol. Their flagship beer, Allagash White, is the most-awarded Belgian-style witbier in the world, earning coveted medals at the Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup and Euro Star Beer Awards. Allagash was named “Brewery of the Year” in its category size by the Brewers Association in 2021 and 2023; included on Inc. Magazine’s “Best in Business” list as well as Fast Company’s list of “Brands that Matter”; received an Ad Age Breakout Brand Leader honor; and named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work for 10 years running. Allagash is available in CA, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, and WI.

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Almanac and Breakthru Beverage Honor International Women’s Day

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ALAMEDA, California – In the wake of an exceptionally prosperous 2023, marked by robust double-digit growth for Almanac, a widely recognized and extensively distributed brewery hailing from California, the Bay Area-based establishment has joined forces with Breakthru Beverage California to craft a distinctly special release in support of the Pink Boots Society and International Women’s Day.

The women of Breakthru Beverage, in concert with their counterparts at Almanac, convened at the brewery’s expansive 50,000-square-foot campus to collaboratively conceive and brew “Future Is Fluid.” This endeavor epitomized a day of innovative synergy as both entities championed the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the brewing landscape.

“Future Is Fluid” stands as a West Coast IPA showcasing the 7th Annual Pink Boots Hop Blend, comprising Ahtanum, El Dorado, HBC 638, and Idaho 7 hops. Yakima Chief creates a unique blend for the Pink Boots Society each year, and donates a portion of the proceeds directly back to Pink Boots. Selected through a collaborative process involving Pink Boots Society members worldwide, this year’s blend promises consumers a harmonious interplay of berry, orange, and stone fruit notes, complemented by subtle herbal undertones. This West Coast IPA delivers an abundance of aromatics while maintaining impeccable balance and drinkability. Set to hit the market place in early March, and ready for consumption as we head towards International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2024.

Breakthru Beverage California and Almanac continue to propel significant growth for the brewery as they navigate the latter stages of Q1 2024. Projections anticipate yet another year of double-digit expansion for the Alameda Island-based brewery, propelled by the formidable Love Hazy IPA brand, which continues to gain traction across all segments and formats.

About Almanac

Born from the concept “Beer-is-Agriculture” while remaining steadfast in the philosophy of transmutation. Almanac creates exceptional beverages meant to inspire the moment. Flavor, balance, and friendliness are always the north star. Offering a bold range of beverages conceptualized, and crafted, at their 50,000 square foot Alameda Island campus located inside a beautiful solid-redwood airplane hangar originally built in 1942.

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