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TailGate Brewery, Tennessee’s independent craft brewery and pizzeria, has launched Wizard’s Order IPA (6% ABV) as a new year-round core offering, bringing tropical hop magic to fans across the state.

This spellbinding IPA is crafted with Krush and Citra hops, barley and wheat malt, delivering bold aromas and flavors of mango nectar, passionfruit, and fresh orange zest. It pours medium-bodied with subtle notes of bread and caramel for balance, paired with a pleasant bitterness that elevates the juicy tropical fruit profile—perfect for hop lovers seeking broad appeal without overwhelming intensity.

After more than a year (and in some reports, up to 2.5 years) of dedicated research and development—including tweaks, consumer feedback, and recipe refinement—Wizard’s Order IPA graduates from its previous rotating series status to become a permanent fixture in TailGate’s lineup, joining award-winning flagship TailGate Orange Wheat, Lager Projekt, and TailGate Cider.

“Through this type of R&D process, we’re able to get creative while collecting feedback, perfecting the beer, and ultimately delivering the best of the best,” said Wesley Keegan, sole owner and original founder of TailGate Brewery.

Find Wizard’s Order IPA now in draft and 6-packs of 12oz cans at:

All TailGate Brewery taproom locations across Tennessee (including Headquarters in West Nashville, Music Row, East Nashville, Germantown, South Nashville, Hendersonville, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, and the Nashville International Airport outpost)
Retailers, restaurants, and craft beer spots statewide via Lipman Brothers Distributing

Pair it with TailGate’s scratch-made pizza for the ultimate experience—try it alongside their Spicy Vodka Pizza (vodka sauce base, mozzarella, pepperoni, ricotta dollops, and hot honey drizzle). The refreshing, hoppy notes cut through the robust spice perfectly.

TailGate brews over 300 unique recipes annually and releases small-batch beers weekly (available taproom-only), keeping things fresh for visitors.
Discover more, check taproom hours, order online for pickup, or locate Wizard’s Order IPA near you at tailgatebeer.com.

About TailGate Brewery
TailGate Brewery, founded in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2014 by Wesley Keegan, has grown from a humble one-man operation into one of the state’s largest independent craft breweries. Keegan, originally brewing in San Diego, relocated to Music City with a vision to become Tennessee’s top craft beer producer, starting with a small 3-barrel system and no outside investors. Over the years, the brewery expanded to a 50-barrel system, opening nine locations across the region and employing over 250 team members. Known for its innovative “beer first” philosophy, TailGate emphasizes high-quality, experimental flavors while ensuring the core beer profile shines through, sourcing ingredients locally and collaborating with Nashville farmers to minimize waste.

Under Keegan’s ownership, TailGate Brewery offers a diverse lineup of over 30 house-brewed beers on tap at each taproom, including year-round favorites like the zesty TailGate Orange Wheat Ale (5% ABV), the crisp Lager Projekt Helles (4.8% ABV), and the tropical Wizards’ Order IPA (6% ABV). Popular specialties include the cult-favorite Peanut Butter Milk Stout (5.8% ABV), Howdy Cloudy Hazy Session IPA, and seasonal releases like Honey Nut Blonde or Apple Lager, alongside ciders and seltzers. With a constantly rotating draft list, TailGate pairs its brews with scratch-made pizzas, making it a go-to spot for beer enthusiasts seeking bold, approachable flavors in a vibrant atmosphere.

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Beer Girl, the Laguna Beach, California-based low-ABV beer brand, is accelerating its growth in the booming “better-for-you” beer category with major milestones: multi-state expansion starting March 1, 2026, the launch of nationwide online shipping in mid-March, and the addition of beverage industry veteran Zech Francis to its advisory board.

Beer Girl’s signature crisp, easy-drinking lagers clock in at just 3.5% ABV, are naturally zero sugar, gluten-reduced, and brewed with corn instead of wheat—delivering full flavor without the heaviness or bloat often associated with traditional beer.

Currently available in select retail and on-premise spots across California and Arizona, the brand is rolling out to new markets through strong distributor partnerships:

Texas (Dallas–Fort Worth): Andrews Distributing
Tennessee: Lipman Brothers
North Carolina: Caffey & Carolina Premium Beverage
Florida: Pepin Distributing Co., Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, Great Bay Distributors, and The Lewis Bear Co.

Additional states are slated to follow throughout 2026 and beyond, reflecting Beer Girl’s targeted, market-by-market strategy focused on quality partnerships and on-premise visibility.

“We’re incredibly excited to welcome Beer Girl to the Andrews portfolio,” said David Holt, EVP of Strategic Partnerships at Andrews Distributing. “Beer Girl brings fresh energy to the lifestyle beer category with fun branding, focused marketing, and a clear vision for the consumers they attract. We’re thrilled to introduce it to a wider audience across DFW!”

To complement the expansion, Beer Girl is launching nationwide online shipping in mid-March, making it easier for fans everywhere to order directly. The brand has also partnered with Countermeasures (CMC) to accelerate growth in key markets and national accounts.

“The team at Beer Girl has done an exceptional job filling a gap in the gluten-reduced segment with a high-quality product that appeals broadly,” said Austin Sawyer, CEO of Countermeasures (CMC). “This brand is about to make waves, and we’re excited to partner on this next phase.”

Strategic Advisory Boost

Beer Girl has appointed Zech Francis to its advisory board. A consumer goods entrepreneur, investor, and brand builder named to Ad Age’s 40 Under 40 in 2025, Francis most recently served as SVP of Global Marketing at BeatBox, where he helped scale the brand to over $250 million in annual revenue.
“Beer Girl is building real momentum by authentically speaking to consumers the beer industry has overlooked,” said Francis. “With strong early retail traction and founders Caroline and Griffin who can scale it, this expansion is especially exciting. In a challenging beer category, brands like Beer Girl drive incremental growth by attracting new drinkers.”

“This multi-state expansion marks a major milestone for Beer Girl,” said Caroline Foulk, co-founder. “We’re excited to bring our lighter, low-ABV, gluten-reduced beer to a much wider audience as demand grows for more balanced options.”

Discover Beer Girl’s lineup—including Lighter Lager and Amber Lager—at drinkbeergirl.com, where you can find store locations, order online (now shipping nationwide), and learn more about the brand.

About Beer Girl

Founded in 2023 and launched in distribution in 2024 by husband-and-wife team Caroline and Griffin Foulk, Beer Girl was inspired by Caroline’s experience running her family’s brewery and managing an autoimmune condition. The Laguna Beach-based brand offers a lighter, more balanced alternative to traditional beer: crisp lagers that are 3.5% ABV, zero sugar, gluten-reduced, and brewed with corn for reduced gluten impact—perfect for beer lovers who want flavor without feeling heavy. Visit drinkbeergirl.com for the full story, where to buy, and updates. Cheers to smarter sipping!

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Brooklyn FC and Threes Brewing have teamed up to launch Golden Goal, a refreshing light lager celebrating soccer and Brooklyn pride—just in time for the club’s exciting 2026 season.

The beer officially debuted at a special fan event on Friday night at Threes Brewing’s Gowanus location.
“As Brooklyn’s professional soccer club, we’re proud to partner with local creators who make our borough thrive,” said Jamie Terrell, Director of Partnerships at Brooklyn FC. “Golden Goal captures the taste of victory, and we can’t wait for fans to enjoy it at Maimonides Park, Threes Brewing spots, and bars across Brooklyn.”

A Beer Built for the Beautiful Game

Golden Goal is a bright, crisp, and highly sessionable light lager with refreshing lime notes and a clean, easy finish. Brewed to be approachable and shareable, it’s perfect for match days—whether cheering with thousands in the stadium or grabbing a pint with friends at the local pub.
“Brooklyn thrives when the community gathers around shared passions,” said Zach Smith, VP of Hospitality at Threes Brewing. “We crafted Golden Goal as a versatile, welcoming beer for fans to enjoy wherever they come together to support Brooklyn FC.”

The cans feature striking Brooklyn FC branding with iconic Brooklyn skyline elements, making it a true local keepsake.

Where to Find Golden Goal

Golden Goal is now available at:

All Threes Brewing locations (including Gowanus and Greenpoint)
The Highbury Pub (Ditmas Park)
Black Horse Pub (South Slope)
Paddy’s (Park Slope)

Catch Brooklyn FC in Action

Brooklyn FC’s men’s team kicks off its inaugural season in the USL Championship on Sunday, March 8, 2026, against Indy Eleven. Kickoff is at 3:00 p.m. at Maimonides Park in Coney Island. Tickets are on sale now via SeatGeek.
The women’s team continues their spring season with a home opener on Saturday, March 7, 2026, against DC Power FC at 2:00 p.m. at Maimonides Park. Tickets are available now via SeatGeek.

About Brooklyn Football Club

Brooklyn FC is the borough’s professional soccer club, competing in the United Soccer League ecosystem. The men’s team makes its debut in the USL Championship in 2026, while the women’s team plays in the Gainbridge Super League, the top tier of U.S. women’s soccer. Rooted in community, culture, and competitive excellence, Brooklyn FC brings the global game home with local heart.

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Denver, CO (March 3, 2026) – Outlaw Light Beer, America’s No. 1 fastest-growing light domestic beer, is charging into 2026 with expanded availability across West Virginia. Through new partnerships with Thundering Beverage & The Beverage Market and Martin Distributing, the smooth, refreshing light lager is now reaching retailers, bars, and restaurants from the Kanawha Valley’s rolling hills to the high peaks of Monongahela National Forest and beyond.

Brewed in Denver by Tivoli Brewing Company — one of Colorado’s oldest and most resilient breweries with roots dating back to 1859 — Outlaw Light captures the independent, hardworking spirit that resonates deeply with West Virginians. At just 4.2% ABV and 105 calories per serving, it delivers crisp, clean taste and exceptional drinkability without compromise, making it the ideal choice for fishing the New River Gorge, hiking Blackwater Falls State Park, or kicking back after a long day.

“From the start, we set out to grow fast, and West Virginia — with its spirit of freedom, resilience and pride — has always been a strong fit for Outlaw Light,” said Ari Opsahl, CEO of Tivoli Brewing Co. “We closed 2025 with meaningful retail momentum and have entered 2026 focused on disciplined expansion. Partnerships like these strengthen our foundation and move us closer to becoming a nationally recognized household name. Thanks to Thundering Beverage & The Beverage Market and Martin Distributing, more West Virginians will now have access to Outlaw across the Mountain State.”

Outlaw Light is in the midst of explosive growth, surging from 6,750 retail placements in 2025 to a projected 32,500+ in 2026. The brand’s no-nonsense approach — high-quality light beer at an affordable price, without preaching or gimmicks — has earned it fans nationwide, including country music stars Koe Wetzel and HARDY, who are equity investors and longtime supporters. Additional promotions, tour tie-ins, and exclusive collaborations with the artists are slated throughout 2026.

“We’re proud to bring Outlaw Light Beer to West Virginia,” said Emily Ransbottom, Brand Manager at Thundering Beverage & The Beverage Market. “This brand speaks our language — hardworking, independent and built on doing things the right way. Outlaw delivers a great-tasting light beer with real character, and that’s something folks here appreciate. We believe in the brand, we believe in the people behind it, and we’re excited to grow it across our market.”

“It was a good move to partner with Outlaw Light,” added Brad Roberts, Sales Manager at Martin Distributing. “They are gaining traction in the beer category, and I think that Outlaw positions itself as a beer for people tired of being ‘preached to’ by big brands. I personally like the way that Outlaw Light makes it their mission to be simple and provide a high-quality light beer at an affordable price.”

About Outlaw Light Beer

Brewed by Tivoli Brewing Company in Denver, Colorado, Outlaw Light Beer channels a legacy of resilience, innovation, and craftsmanship that has survived Prohibition, natural disasters, and more. Recognized as a Rising Star in the 2025 Brewbound Awards, Outlaw is a crisp, easy-drinking light lager (4.2% ABV, 105 calories) crafted for dreamers and doers who value real flavor, quality, and an unpretentious good time. More resilient and fun than the average beer, Outlaw is pushing boundaries in the light beer category — delivering a better beer done right for everyone to enjoy.

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Hood River, OR – March 3, 2026 – Full Sail Brewing Company, the award-winning Hood River brewery founded in 1987, is marking the 21st anniversary of its beloved Session Lager by rolling out a bold retro-inspired packaging update for the classic and introducing two brand-new lager styles to the lineup this spring.

The flagship Session Classic Lager—a 30-time gold medal-winning American craft lager known for its perfect balance and consistency—returns with its original 2005-era bold, retro design. This nostalgic refresh honors the beer’s legacy as the ultimate “anywhere” session beer while giving it fresh appeal for today’s drinkers.
Joining it are two exciting new additions to the Session family:

Session Japanese Rice Lager (5.0% ABV): Brewed with rice for a lighter body and ultra-clean, dry finish. Hopped primarily with Sorachi Ace for bright lemon zest and delicate herbal spice notes, plus Tettnang for soft noble character. Crisp, refined, and effortlessly refreshing—perfect for precision brewing fans.

Session West Coast Lager: An all-malt, hop-forward take on classic PNW style. Featuring Anchovy and Mosaic hops for vibrant citrus, tropical aromatics (think sharp white grape, guava, lemongrass, and ruby red grapefruit peel), firm clean bitterness, and a snappy finish. It captures West Coast IPA brightness in a light, highly drinkable lager format.

“Session is 21 years strong, and we’re not standing still,” said Pat Tiernan, CEO of Full Sail Brewing Company. “The new lagers show exactly where we’re headed—bold flavor, easy drinking, lower ABV, and built for real-life occasions from the backyard BBQ to the weekend outdoors—all within a new look that honors our history and reminds people why they fell in love with it in the first place. Whether you’re in a lawn chair or on a mountain peak, it’s the perfect beer for the experience.”

“Lager brewing is a technical discipline—fermentation control, raw material selection, and balance are everything,” added Garrett Meier, VP of Operations at Full Sail Brewing Company. “For the Japanese Rice Lager, we used the Japanese hop Sorachi Ace to bring defined lemon zest and fresh herbal character over a lean, rice-driven body and dry finish. The West Coast Lager takes a different approach: all-malt structure layered with loads of Anchovy and Mosaic hops to deliver bright citrus and tropical aromatics, all supported by a balanced bitterness. The right way to mark Session’s 21st anniversary was to lean into what we do best: clean, flavorful, highly drinkable beer.”

The revamped Session Classic Lager, along with the new Japanese Rice Lager and West Coast Lager, will be available starting this spring in draft and 12 oz. cans (6-packs and 15-packs) across the Pacific Northwest and Colorado.

Find them at retailers, bars, and Full Sail’s Hood River Brew Pub—open daily with stunning Gorge views, dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating.

About Full Sail Brewing

Full Sail Brewing Company, one of the pioneering forces in Oregon’s craft beer scene, was founded in 1987 in Hood River, Oregon, initially operating as Hood River Brewing Company. Co-founders Irene Firmat (who served as CEO for many years) and brewmaster Jamie Emmerson transformed an abandoned fruit cannery into a small brewery with a vision of creating high-quality, Northwest-style ales and lagers that emphasized creativity, consistency, and sustainability. In its early years, production was modest—starting with just around 2,000 barrels of Golden Ale—but the brewery quickly made history by becoming the first commercially successful craft operation in the Pacific Northwest to bottle beer for retail sale. A major milestone came in 1989 with the release of Full Sail Amber, the region’s first amber ale and a gold-medal winner that helped establish the brand’s reputation.

Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Full Sail grew steadily, expanding its portfolio with popular beers like IPA, Pale Ale, and the iconic Session Premium Lager (launched in 2005). In the late 1990s, when some partners sought to sell the company, Firmat and others orchestrated an employee buyout, leading to the creation of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that made Full Sail employee-owned—a structure that fostered a strong company culture and earned it repeated recognition as one of Oregon’s best places to work. The brewery became known for its commitment to environmental responsibility, including sustainable practices, local ingredient sourcing, and community involvement, while racking up hundreds of awards, including Beverage World’s “Craft Brewer of the Year.”

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