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MILTON, Del. – Break out those s’mores fixin’s … everyone’s favorite fireside treat is about to get a liquid companion! Dogfish Head Craft Brewery introduces Campfire Amplifier, a 6.5% ABV milk stout brewed with real marshmallows, graham crackers, coca nibs, cinnamon, Madagascar vanilla beans and a pinch of smoked malt. Inspired by fall nights around the campfire, this chilly-weather-warmer boasts delectable aromas of chocolate, vanilla, graham cracker, light roast and subtle smoke. Rich with memory-inducing notes of milk chocolate, vanilla and of course, s’mores, Campfire Amplifier is NOW available on taps and shelves nationwide.

“We started testing the idea and recipe for a s’mores-centric stout at our MiltonTasting Room & Kitchen sometime last year,” said Dogfish Head Founder & Brewer, Sam Calagione. “In fact, I specifically remember our Brewmaster, Mark, roasting countless marshmallows over the open flame of ourKitchen’s outdoor, wood-fired grill to use during our first brewday. The resulting beer was a big hit among both our co-workers and guests. Afterall, there’s really nothing better than a gooey s’mores sandwich … except maybe a s’mores beer!”

Campfire Amplifier is not only the newest addition toDogfish Head’s portfolio of offbeat ales, but it offers a sneak peek at the collaborating artist for the brewery’s 2021Off-Centered Art Series. An annual collection of limited-edition beers that personify the creative expression at the intersection of art and ales,Dogfish Head’s 2021 Off-Centered Art Series lineup will feature label artwork by Ryan Besch. Hailing from Buffalo, New York, Besch has been designing posters and vinyl art for more than 20 years, and has worked with a wealth of well-known groups, including Phish, The Black Keys, O.A.R. and many more.

“It may have been his awesome gig posters that first caught our eye, but after seeing his visual interpretation of Campfire Amplifier, it’s safe to say that Ryan’s comics-like, collage-centric design aesthetic is a perfect match forDogfish Head’s unique and eccentric beers,” said Calagione. “The intricate details within his artwork forCampfire Amplifier have me beyond excited to see what he comes up with for the rest ofArt Series lineup.”

Campfire Amplifier’s illustration-based artwork features a colorful group of misfit characters congregating around a campfire. A figure with a marshmallow head, whose melting face suggests he is hanging out a little too close to the flames, plays campfire songs on a ukulele. As a group of only three, the characters quickly realize there is no need to amplify their tunes. So, they throw their Dogfish Head-branded speaker into the fire and watch it burn as a full moon looms in the star-studded sky above.

For more information about Dogfish Head’s 2021 Off-Centered Art Series or to track down a case of Campfire Amplifier, please visit www.dogfish.com.

About Dogfish Head Craft Brewery:
Dogfish Head has proudly been focused on brewing beers with culinary ingredients outside the Reinheitsgebot since the day it opened as the smallest American craft brewery 25 years ago.Dogfish Head has grown into a top-20 craft brewery and has won numerous awards throughout the years, includingWine Enthusiast’s 2015 Brewery of the Year and the James Beard Foundation Awardfor 2017 Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional. It is a 350+ co-worker brand based in Delaware, with Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats, an off-centered brewpub, Chesapeake & Maine, a geographically-enamored seafood restaurant, theDogfish Inn, a beer-themed inn on the harbor, and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, a production brewery and distillery featuring theTasting Room & Kitchen and Dogfish Head Distilling Co. Dogfish Head supports theIndependent Craft Brewing Seal, the definitive icon for American craft breweries to identify themselves to be independently-owned, and carries the torch of transparency, brewing innovation and the freedom of choice originally forged by brewing community pioneers. Dogfish Head currently sells beer in all 50 states and Washington D.C. For more information, visit www.dogfish.com, Facebook: @dogfishheadbeer, Twitter: @dogfishbeer, andInstagram: @dogfishhead.

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Portland, Oregon. Earth. — Ecliptic Brewing, the North Portland brewery founded by Oregon beer icon, John Harris, is about to complete its seventh orbit around the sun. As is tradition for Ecliptic, the brewery will release a special anniversary beer- Seventh Orbit: Raspberry Golden Ale with Chocolate – on October 16th.

Says Ecliptic Owner and Brewmaster, John Harris, “It’s been a wild year, but here we are celebrating another anniversary. I’m really thankful for that.” In regards to the latest beer in the lineup, Raspberry Golden Ale with Chocolate, Harris has always had an affinity for brewing fruit beers, as he was one of the first to do so. “Raspberry was the first fruit I ever brewed with, and this is only the second raspberry beer to be brewed here at Ecliptic,” says John.

Brewed with real raspberries and a touch of chocolate, this golden ale gets an extra flavor punch from complementing berry-forward Enigma and Ariana hops. “Who doesn’t like raspberry on desserts?! This beer has a nice malt base, lots of lively hops from dry hopping, and a balanced raspberry character,” says Harris.

Seventh Orbit: Raspberry Golden Ale with Chocolate will first be released in Ecliptic’s restaurant on October 16th in 16-ounce cans and draft. It will soon follow throughout Ecliptic’s distribution network.

While the company will not be hosting its annual anniversary party with live music in the parking lot, Ecliptic will still be celebrating with some fun, special promotions; visit Facebook event page for more details. They will also be donating 10% of their restaurant sales to the Jeremey Wilson Foundation, which is a musicians’ health and services nonprofit that assists individual musicians and their families during medical emergencies. Ecliptic is also releasing a limited-edition tie dye anniversary tee shirt, soon available for sale both online and at the restaurant.

About Seventh Orbit: Raspberry Golden Ale with Chocolate
Ecliptic Brewing’s seventh orbit around the sun is October 20th. We brew a different beer each year to celebrate. This year’s edition is brewed with raspberries, along with Enigma and Ariana hops, which blend perfectly with a touch of chocolate in a smooth golden ale.
ABV 8%
IBU 20

About Ecliptic Brewing
Ecliptic Brewing is a venture from John Harris, an Oregon beer icon whose background is steeped in the state’s rich craft brewing history. The name Ecliptic unites Harris’ two passions: brewing and astronomy. As such, the brewery celebrates the Earth’s yearly journey around the sun through both its beer and restaurant menus. Harris’ signature beers include Ecliptic Starburst IPA, Phaser Hazy IPA, Carina Peach Sour Ale and Capella Porter. For more information, visit: eclipticbrewing.com.

Ecliptic beers are available at the brewery (825 North Cook St), in bottle and on-tap throughout the area, and distributed by: Maletis Beverage (Portland, Salem, Vancouver WA), Bigfoot Beverage (Eugene, Bend, Coast), Fort George Distributing (Northern Oregon Coast, Southern Washington Coast), Hodgen Distributing (Eastern Oregon), Summit Distribution (Southern Oregon), NW Beverages (Seattle, Tacoma), Odom (Eastern Washington, Northern ID), Dickerson Distributing (Bellingham), Crooked Stave Artisans (Colorado), Freedom Distributors (North Carolina), Beer Thirst (Canada) and Tread Water (Japan).

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Kihei, Hawaii – As heard through the coconut wireless, Maui Brewing Company will launch its final limited release beer of 2020, Coconut Wireless Nitro Cream Ale this Thursday. The smooth Coconut Cream Ale is bursting with toasted coconut, lactose milk sugar, and infused with nitrogen to add a velvety and creamy finish.

The recipe was developed by MBC’s Oahu & Kauai Market Manager, Dustin Gomes, who states, “I wanted to create something refreshing and different than what’s currently in market. I thought a light, refreshing Cream Ale with a hint of toasted coconut would be perfect for a relaxing day at the beach.”

Coconut Wireless is bright golden in appearance with a choke of coconut in its aroma. The creamy, smooth mouthfeel and sweetness is reminiscent of a coconut macaroon. The beer has an ABV of 5.5%.

Coconut Wireless will be available on draft and in 6-pack cans for to-go purchases at Maui Brewing Company restaurants in Kihei, Lahaina, and Kailua (Oahu) as well as area retailers and restaurants. A limited amount of cans and draft will be available in all markets where independently-owned Maui Brewing Company craft beer can be found.

MBC is a fiercely local company and has remained steadfast regarding local production. The MBC team are stewards of their communities and the ‘aina, and curators of the craft beer way of life. Their beers have been recognized worldwide for quality and innovation.

For more information, visit MauiBrewing.com or follow @MauiBrewingCo on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

About Maui Brewing Company
Founded in 2005, Maui Brewing Company is Hawaii’s largest craft brewery, operating 100% in Hawaii. MBC is based on Maui, with its production brewery, full service restaurant and tasting room in Kihei, as well as restaurants in Lahaina (Maui), Kailua (Oahu), and Waikiki (Oahu). Maui Brewing Company is available in 20 states, 1 district, and 3 international countries with more areas to follow.

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Traverse City, Mich. — MiddleCoast Brewing Company has extended the summer of hard seltzer into the winter. MiddleCoast is pleased to offer a Peppermint Bark and Ginger Snap hard seltzer variety 6 pack.

Hard seltzer flavors have been evolving through the numerous companies trying to outshine each other, but MiddleCoast is the first to take it a step further by making flavors that are perfect for the winter holiday season.

Peppermint Bark has Swiss chocolate and peppermint mixed to remind you of the holidays. Ginger Snap uses ginger, macadamia, and cinnamon to create a wonderful ginger snap cookie. Both of them are bursting with flavor to get you through those family gatherings!

MiddleCoast will be distributing these throughout their home state of Michigan as well as, Pennsylvania, New York, and Connecticut.

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FORTUNA, Calif. — Introducing Eel River Brewing Company’s latest seasonal offering, a rich and creamy Mocha Stout, brewed just in time for Fall!

Made with Single Origin Madagascar Cacao from Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate and Single Origin Peruvian Roast from Humboldt Bay Coffee Company. This luscious milk stout is a collaboration proudly produced by Humboldt County owned and operated businesses Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate, Humboldt Bay Coffee Company, and Eel River Brewing Company.

“We couldn’t be more excited about this collaboration with Eel River Brewing Co.,” said Adam Dick, co-founder of Dick Taylor Craft Chocolate. “We hope that our chocolate can provide that unique base note that sets this beer apart from the rest!”

Local high quality ingredients are key to the richness and depth of flavor in our Single Origin Mocha Stout. The velvety chocolate notes complement the subtle roastiness of dark malts and coffee beans to create Humboldt County’s own Single Origin Mocha Stout.

Matt Vivatson, co-owner of Eel River Brewing Co. explained: “Using premium cacao nibs and coffee from local businesses that share our passion for high quality innovation sets us apart from other products on the shelf.”

Single Origin Mocha Stout will be available in 16 ounce 4 packs and on draft October 15th, 2020. Please check our website for distribution and availability in your area.

Founded in 1995, Eel River Brewing is located in the heart of the Redwoods in Humboldt County, California. ERB is the America’s First Certified Organic Brewery. Learn more at www.eelriverbrewing.com or by following us on Facebook or Instagram @eelriverbrewing.

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BLUE ASH, Ohio — Fretboard Brewing Company (Blue Ash, OH) isn’t known for their collaborations with other breweries. Over the course of their 3 year history, they’ve partnered with musicians like Bootsy Collins and The Cliftones, to foundations like ArtsWave, and even a bread company (Klosterman Baking), but they’ve never released a product brewed in partnership with another brewery. Until now. Today, Fretboard is proud to announce the release of “Dark Throne” Dark Czech Lager, a collaboration with one the country’s rising small breweries, Branch & Bone Artisan Ales (Dayton, OH).

Making a name for themselves since opening in 2018, Branch & Bone was quickly recognized by USA Today as a “10 Best” Small Brewery in the country. Fretboard’s Director of Operations, Kevin Moreland, has a storied history with breweries in Cincinnati and had been paying close attention to the incredible liquid being brewed by Brett Smith, co-founder and head brewer of Branch & Bone. The two met in February this year at the Ohio Craft Brewers Conference in Dayton and the brainstorming for a collaboration quickly took ahold. Both Kevin & Brett share a love for lager beer, and brewing traditional styles not commonly found in the market. After a months-long hiatus in communication, as both breweries managed business under new guidelines, the two saw Fall approaching and landed on a beer neither had ever brewed; a dark Czech lager.

On brew day, Smith sat down with Moreland for an episode of Fretboard’s interview show, FretboardTV, and explained how they landed on the name, “Dark Throne”. Inspired by a Norwegian black metal band by the same name, Smith went on to add, “We do like heavy metal a lot in our brewery. It gets us through the work day sometimes. Buckles us in.” Both sides agreed that a dark beer deserved a dark name, and with a release in October, it only amplified the spooky theme.

“Dark Throne” is a full-bodied lager, with notes of caramel, toffee, dates, and bread. The perfect transition from Marzen and Festbier for cool Fall nights. Craft beer fans can expect to find this limited release on draft and in 6-packs throughout greater Cincinnati, and in select stores in Dayton. Those who live in Ohio, but outside of the distribution range, can order the beer online (website) to be shipped directly to their door.

Stay up to date with Fretboard Brewing and Branch & Bone by following them on Instagram. More big things on the way before this crazy year comes to an end!

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MONTAUK, N.Y. – Montauk Brewing Company stayed focused on innovation through the summer by adding limited batch can releases and gauging fan response. After over six months of trial and recipe enhancements, the fans spoke – and we listened!

We’ve been hyper focused on deliberate innovation through the pandemic and developed a beer that the fans have been raving about. Cold Day IPA is coming next month and will be available through March.

Cold Day IPA clocks in at 6.7% ABV and combines Strata and Amarillo hops to offer abundant tropical aromas. We’ve never had a seasonal to backfill the popular Montauk Pumpkin Ale and carry us on shelves through the winter months, something our retailers have been asking for, so this is really exciting for the company.

Our wholesalers, Boening Brothers on Long Island and S.K.I. Beer in New York City think Cold Day IPA will really deliver.

Available November through March.

About the beer: Winters at The End are not for the faint of heart. Icy winds and frosty waters replace the sunny skies and warm sand. With a slight haze and crisp juicy notes, Cold Day IPA is the perfect beer to warm the spirit and help remind you that even the freezing days are beautiful ones.

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LONGMONT, Colo. — Oskar Blues Brewery introduces Thick Haze New England-Style IPA to their lineup of innovative canned craft beers. This wicked hazy IPA was developed in Oskar Blues taprooms in Colorado and North Carolina, and is now ready to be unleashed on shelves nationwide. Thick Haze New England-Style IPA is available on draft and in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans starting today.

Thick Haze New England-Style IPA was born from pumping insane amounts of hops into an unfiltered, hand-crafted IPA. As it pours, a massively thick fog of hops fills the glass and you can see exactly what you’re getting yourself into. A giant hop-ness monster of a beer, Thick Haze IPA rolls onto the palate with intense flavors of pineapple, melon and mango. The big, tropical flavors emanate from Galaxy, Cashmere, Calypso and Eureka hops added during the dry-hopping process at an almost supernatural amplitude. Aftershocks of the hazy, hoppy hit to the face are citrus notes of grapefruit juice, tangerine and lemon peel.

Oskar Blues Head Brewer Juice Drapeau is no stranger to the New England IPA style, as he hails from Maine where immoderate use of hops is the norm (or as Juice would say, “Hawps”).

“We crafted Thick Haze to be the ultimate beast of a New England IPA – a full-blown freakout for hops,” said Drapeau. “We layered the hop profile to maximize all of the flavors we are diggin’ right now – tropical fruit, melon and citrus.”

Find Thick Haze New England-Style IPA on draft and in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans now. Please direct all media inquiries to Aaron Baker at aaron@oskarblues.com.

About Oskar Blues Brewery
Founded in 1997 by Dale Katechis 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 brewing and canning Can-O-Bliss IPA, Dale’s Pale Ale, CANundrum Mix Pack and other craft beer offerings. Oskar Blues beers are available nationwide in the US and in more than 15 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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SAN FRANCISCO– Ficks Beverage Co., the first hard seltzer flavored with real fruit juice, has just announced that their new mango flavor will hit shelves this week. The launch marks another refreshing choice to the brand’s existing lineup of celebrated hard seltzer flavors, including cranberry, lime, grapefruit, and blackberry.

After testing a variety of mangoes from different regions, Ficks’ founders Ron Alvarado and Mike Williamson landed on mangoes from Ecuador, which provided the purest, most robust mango flavor without the need for artificial additives. In line with the brand’s tradition of “zero added sugar,” the mango seltzer is made solely from Ecuadorean mango purée, pure lime juice, sparkling water, and a proprietary alcohol base made from fermented California oranges. The result is a smooth, sweet sip designed to transport customers to a tropical destination from the comfort of home.

“We’re committed to quality in both our use of actual fruit for flavoring, and our unique fermentation process inspired by the winemaking techniques used in our backyard of Sonoma County,” said Williamson. “When creating our mango flavor, we wanted it to stand out from other popular varieties on the market, so we experimented for a long time to find the most flavorful mangoes, and to ensure that this would stand out as an authentic-tasting alternative in the hard seltzer category.”

So far, 2020 has marked significant growth for the Bay Area-based Ficks, as the real fruit hard seltzer maker witnessed 300% growth in same-store revenue while outselling national brands in major chains. 2020 will also mark the first year in which Ficks exceeds $1 million in revenue.

Outside their home market of California, Ficks is distributed to popular retailers throughout Texas, Washington and Arizona and aims to continue expansion throughout the Western U.S. in 2021 through their relationship with Kroger and other chain retailers like Albertsons, Target, HEB, Whole Foods, and more. The company also partnered with Drizly to allow for direct delivery to customers this year.

Hard seltzer continues to dominate alcohol sales in the United States, and consumption is expected to more than triple by 2023. Ficks will continue to add new flavors, taking a measured, steady approach to ensure the best possible taste and highest possible quality, while remaining one of the only hard seltzers on the market that doesn’t use malt liquor, added sugar, or chemical preservatives.

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HANOVER, Pa. — In a first-of-its-kind innovation, Snyder’s of Hanover® andCaptain Lawrence Brewing Co. have teamed up to help bring Oktoberfest celebrations home with the creation of a custom-made, limited-edition Snyder’s Pretzel Keg. Starting on October 7th at 2:00PM ET, consumers can visit SnydersPretzelKeg.com as well as Captain Lawrence’s taproom in Elmsford, New York to purchase this one-of-a-kind combination, while supplies last.

“Snyder’s of Hanover is a brand with a rich heritage, steeped in old-world tradition. This year, it was important for us to bring the spirit of Oktoberfest to consumers in a different way,” said Betsy Morreale, Vice President of Marketing, Campbell Snacks. “In partnership with Captain LawrenceBrewing Co., we reimagined the classic Oktoberfest pairing: beer and pretzels. Our deliciously crunchy, slow baked pretzel rods and the refreshing Marzen Style Oktoberfest Lager from CaptainLawrence Brewing Co. create the perfect Oktoberfest flavor combination to enjoy with friends and family at-home this season.”

The Snyder’s Pretzel Keg will be sold at $49.99 featuring a 27oz. canister of Snyder’s of HanoverBaked Pretzel Rods and a five-liter keg of Captain Lawrence’s Marzen Style Oktoberfest brew.

“When Snyder’s of Hanover reached out with this opportunity, we quickly jumped on it because what pairs better than pretzels and beer?” asked Scott Vaccaro, Captain Lawrence Founder andBrewmaster. “The Captain Lawrence Oktoberfest is a smooth and malty lager that is the perfect accompaniment to Snyder’s of Hanover pretzel rods, with notes of toasty bread, honey, and a hint of chocolate. This collaboration was inspired to help consumers feel like they were transported toOktoberfest without ever leaving their homes.”

Want to snag a Snyder’s Pretzel Keg of your very own? Visit SnydersPretzelKeg.com to learn more about this limited time offer. Must be 21 years or older to enter the site, order a Snyder’s Pretzel Keg online or purchase a Snyder’s Pretzel Keg at Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. Be sure to tag@Snyder_Hanover and @CaptLawrence on social media to show us how you are enjoying your#SnydersPretzelKeg. Prost!

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About Snyder’s of Hanover
Since 1909, Snyder’s of Hanover® has been America’s premier pretzel bakery. With humble beginnings as a small family-run business in Hanover, PA making a variety of bakery and snack items, the Snyder’s of Hanover® brand was officially established in 1980 to focus on creating the nation’s best pretzel snacks. Today’s Snyder’s of Hanover® offers a full portfolio of innovative snacks created with the same great quality and wholesome pride that it did over 100 years ago. For more information, visit www.snydersofhanover.com.

About Captain Lawrence
Captain Lawrence Brewing Co. is located just a short drive north of New York City, in Westchester County, NY, where it is the area’s largest craft brewery, producing over 28,000 barrels of beer annually. Founded in 2006 by Scott Vaccaro, Captain Lawrence brews a wide range of beer styles, producing as many as one hundred brands in a year. Shortly after opening, the brewery began to gain widespread notoriety for their sour and barrel-aged beers, winning their first of eight GABF medals in 2007. Today, in addition to their award-winning sour beers, Captain Lawrence is widely known for brewing extremely Fresh IPAs, highly drinkable lagers, and a variety of specialty craft beers. Learn more at CaptainLawrenceBrewing.com and keep up with the Captain on Instagram @CaptLawrence.

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