Dustin Scoggins

San Diego, CA. – Rincon Reservation Road Brewery (3R Brewery) is celebrating its 3rd anniversary as it keeps seeing a fast growth in the craft beer universe. The brewery will present a special Berliner Weisse anniversary beer to honor its 3 years of history.

“This is a very meaningful milestone for us for so many reasons,” said Rik Mazzetti, Chairman, REDCO Board. “The number three not only represents three years of accomplishments; it is also a very special number for the indigenous population, which is why it is also part of our brand’s 3R Brewery nickname, which we’re so proud to keep building.”

3R Brewery is the first and only certified Native American owned and operated brewery on tribal land in Southern California. The company started operating in 2020 and while it is a young brand, 3R Brewery’s record of achievements clearly indicates why this craft beer brand is securing such an important position in the craft beer industry.

3R Brewery has been named one of the “12 Best New Breweries of 2021” by Hop Culture and was a recent finalist at 2022 Brewbound Pitch Slam.  Its beers can be found in North County in several big box stores, casinos, and restaurants throughout San Diego. Some of the most iconic spots where its presence is making craft beer lovers happy are the new Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, Harrah’s Resort California, Morongo, Golden Acorn, Pechanga, and even at the San Diego Zoo’s Safari Park.

3R Brewery is also looking forward to being included in Disney California Adventure’s Annual Wine & Food Festival 2023, as the brand keeps enticing new customers and conquering new local and national markets. Values such as a commitment to sustainability and the preservation of the company’s cultural heritage are embedded into the brand: “Our goal is to engage people with our heritage while making quality craft beer from sustainable ingredients inspired by our culture. And we’re fortunate to see that craft beer lovers are thoroughly enjoying it,” Mr. Mazzetti added.

Along with its original Valley Center location, 3R Brewery opened a tasting room in March 2022 in Ocean Beach. “This expansion made it even easier for people in San Diego, as well as tourists, to go on a beer tasting journey into Rincon Reservation Road even if they’re not on tribal land,” the company’s Chairman further observed.

About Rincon Reservation

Known as the original Californians, the Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians have prevailed for over 14,000 years. In times past, our ancestors traveled along a trail of the San Luis Rey River, that ran from its headwaters located in the Warner Hot Springs area of Palomar Mountain, to its mouth at modern day Oceanside.

For more information please visit https://www.3rbrewery.com/ourstory

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WESTBOROUGH, MA – The U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) of New England is proud to announce True North Ale Company as the  Official Beer Partner of the section. The partnership, which runs through 2027, will bring exciting opportunities for USTA members who are 21 years of age and older, including exclusive brewery nights, watch parties and member discounts.

“We’re thrilled to be working with True North Ale Company to enhance our adult player experience and provide unique opportunities for our membership. Tennis continues to grow in New England, and our community continues to be one of the most engaged and passionate in the sport. We are excited to align around growing the sport and creating more connected communities,” said Lindsey Keeler, USTA New England CEO and Executive Director.

True North Ales will serve as a sponsor of the New England Social Tennis league and USTA Leagues in New England (both 21+), where they plan to create memorable experiences for players off the court.

Gary Rogers, co-founder of True North Ales, added, “We are extremely excited to partner with USTA New England. The tennis community is outgoing, energetic, and inclusive which lines up well with the True North Ales brand. We are confident that the partnership will be both fun and rewarding for all involved.”

A family owned and operated business based in Ipswich, MA, True North Ale Company has earned major accolades each of the past five years, including a Gold Award at the 2018 World Beer Cup, Gold and Bronze Medals at the 2021 Great American Beer Fest, and a Silver Medal at the same competition in 2020.

About True North Ale Company

Opened in 2017 True North Ales beers have been poured in more than 1,700 bars and restaurants and sold in more than 1,500 stores in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. It was voted Best Brewery on Boston’s North Shore four consecutive years. Its North Shore location features 200+ seat open-air and tented patios and 200+ seat indoor seating.

About USTA New England

USTA New England, one of 17 regional sections across the country that comprise the United States Tennis Association (USTA), is a not-for-profit organization committed to promoting and developing the growth of tennis and increasing participation in the sport in   New England by offering quality recreational and competitive programs for people of all ages and abilities.

For More Information:
https://www.usta.com/en/home/stay-current/newengland/true-north-ales-becomes-the-official-beer-partner-of-usta-new-en.html

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LEXINGTON, Kentucky – Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. in Kentucky announced the nationwide release of its newest barrel-aged beer, the Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Imperial Milk Stout.

With notes of chocolate, roasted coffee and hints of molasses and dark roast flavors, the 100%-barrel aged Imperial Milk Stout has a beer-meets-bourbon finish at 12% alcohol by volume (ABV). This rich and bold beverage is aged in freshly decanted Kentucky bourbon barrels, which adds notes of caramel, oak and a sweet bourbon finish.

“The goal for this beer was to make something big and bold with subtle, sweet undertones,” said Brandon Martin, head brewer at Lexington Brewing & Distilling. “We wanted a beer that had all the characteristics of a big bold stout but was smooth on the palate.”

At a time where all things Kentucky bourbon and barrel-aged are in high demand, Lexington Brewing & Distilling is poised to capitalize on its unique capabilities as the only brewery and distillery on the renowned Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Imperial Milk Stout is the latest in the brewery’s award-winning portfolio of barrel-aged beers, which includes Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale, the second-best selling four-pack of craft beer in the U.S., according to IRI market research data.

The addition of Lisa Wicker, former president and master distiller of Widow Jane Distillery, positions Lexington Brewing & Distilling for further growth and innovation. Wicker recently was appointed as the first CEO of Lyons Brewing & Distilling Co., the new global brand name for the Lyons family’s beverage business, which includes Lexington Brewing & Distilling and other breweries and distilleries in Kentucky and Ireland.

Brand highlights

Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Imperial Milk Stout, 12% ABV (Suggested retail: $16.99/4-pack of 12-ounce bottles)

Description: Rich and bold imperial milk stout with undertones of bourbon from aging in freshly decanted Kentucky bourbon barrels, which adds notes of caramel, oak, and a sweet bourbon finish.

Barrel-aging: 100% barrel-aged in freshly decanted Kentucky bourbon barrels

ABV: 12%

Format: Package (4-pack bottles); draft (1/6 barrels and 1/2 barrels)

Availability: January 2023, nationwide

Tasting notes:

Appearance: Dark black

Aroma: Hints of dark roasted malt and dark chocolate

Palate: Roasted malt, dark chocolate, coffee and molasses

Finish: Oak wood, caramel and sweet bourbon finish

Additional barrel-aged beers:

Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale – 8.2% ABV

Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale – 5.5% ABV

Kentucky Tangerine Cream Ale – 5.5% ABV

Kentucky Maple Barrel Stout – 12% ABV

Kentucky Pumpkin Barrel Ale – 10% ABV

Limited release seasonal beers

About the Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.:

Located in Lexington, Ky., Lexington Brewing Co. began in 1890 and was revitalized in 1999 by the late Dr. Pearse Lyons and his son Dr. Mark Lyons as Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co.

Dr. Pearse Lyons was a visionary Irish entrepreneur and scientist with a master’s degree in brewing and a Ph.D. in yeast fermentation. Lyons also founded Alltech, a global animal health and nutrition company. Today, both businesses are led by his son, Dr. Mark Lyons, who represents the seventh generation of the Lyons family to be in the brewing, distilling and cooperage industry.

Lexington Brewing & Distilling is home to the world-renowned Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale® and Town Branch Distillery, a member of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®. Every emptied barrel is sustainably upcycled from the distillery to the brewery to produce world-class beer and spirits.

About Lyons Brewing & Distilling Co.:

It all began with a brewery on the brink of closure and just one brew for a little bit of fun.

That brew, Kentucky Ale, soon became a family of beers, and today, Lyons Brewing & Distilling Co. includes an entire family of breweries and distilleries located throughout Kentucky and Ireland: Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. in Lexington, Kentucky; Pearse Lyons Distillery in Dublin, Ireland; Dueling Barrels Brewery & Distillery in Pikeville, Kentucky; and Pearse Lyons Brewery in Dundalk, Ireland.

Lyons Brewing & Distilling represents the passion of Dr. Pearse Lyons, the creativity of Deirdre Lyons and the continuation of a legacy now in its seventh generation with Dr. Mark Lyons as its president.

From its award-winning beers and spirits to its first-class breweries and distilleries, Lyons Brewing & Distilling Co. reflects an authentic respect for the art of craft beverages and the spirit of storytelling.

Lyons Brewing & Distilling Co. beers and spirits are available in more than 25 countries. Its world-class brands include Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale, Pearse Whiskey, Town Branch Bourbon, Ha’Penny Gin and Mil Gin.

For More Information:
https://lexingtonbrewingco.com

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Hershey, Penn. — Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of Hop Horizon, its seasonal IPA to usher in the spring season.

Now in its second year, Hop Horizon is an integral part of the brewery’s popular Hop Cycle line-up of seasonally rotating IPAs, which also includes favorites like Field Study and Blizzard of Hops.

This juicy IPA starts with a subtle blend of pale malts, wheat and oats. But the real essence of Hop Horizon originates from a combination of Citra, Mosaic and Sabro hops, releasing juicy waves of citrus, a hint of bubblegum and a pop of tropical fruit.

“The aroma hits you as soon as you crack a can,” says Tröegs co-founding brother and brewmaster John Trogner. “It’s like smelling a hop field in full bloom.”

Hop Horizon IPA clocks in at 6.5% ABV and is available on draft and in 12-oz. bottles and cans everywhere Tröegs beer is sold.

About Tröegs

In the past 24 years, Tröegs has grown from two brothers to 250 people, but we’re still very much a family business. Because we stay true to our core values of independence and family ownership, we’ve kept the small-brewery DNA we all hold dear.

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BOW, NH – New Hampshire beer drinkers received good news this week when Castle Island Brewing Company announced they will begin distributing their beers throughout the Granite State.

The Boston-area brewery shared news of the expansion after months of planning and discussion with their distribution partner, Amoskeag Beverages, located in Bow. Castle Island and Amoskeag had been in discussions throughout the pandemic and ultimately decided to begin selling the brand in February.

“We are extremely excited to partner up with Castle Island Brewing and bring their amazing beers to stores and restaurants all across NH,” said Amoskeag Craft Brand Manager, Bret Pollock. “The culture they have created in the beer industry is what NH craft beer drinkers are looking for: high quality beer, plenty of style offerings and consistency.”

For Castle Island, the move to New Hampshire is a strategic one. The company had an eye on New Hampshire for some time but needed a sales leader with experience selling into large chains before they felt comfortable expanding north. In 2022 Castle Island found that leader when they brought on Erica Talbot, the company’s Wholesale Director and a New Hampshire native, whose sales career spans more than a decade working for large breweries in New England and California.

“Amoskeag is a natural fit for Castle Island,” said Talbot. “They strive for world-class service for their retailers and we at Castle Island believe in creating outstanding beer that is approachable for everyone. We look forward to providing the live free or die drinkers a New England brand they can rely on.”

Castle Island is launching the state with their four top-selling brands – Keeper IPA, Fiver, Hazy IPA, White Ale, and Hi-Def Double IPA – which will be available in both 16oz cans and kegs statewide. Launch parties and sampling events are scheduled for the week of February 6th.

About Castle Island:

Castle Island is an award-winning brewery dedicated to the idea that beer should be inclusive, approachable, and excellent. Best known for their flagship Keeper IPA and charity-focused Fiver Hazy IPA, Castle Island has developed a deep bench of styles and a reputation for consistency, quality, and price. You can find Castle Island beer throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire in cans and on draft, as well as at their own brewery and taproom locations in Norwood, Mass. and South Boston, Mass.

For more information visit https://castleislandbeer.com/

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SAN FRANCISCO, California – A limited-edition collaboration beer put out by the Bay Area Brewers Guild will be this year’s Official SF Beer Week Collaboration Release, kick-starting fundraising to help improve diversity, equity and inclusion in the craft beer industry.

Proceeds from the beer’s release, along with other contributions, will be used to establish a dedicated Guild Scholarship Endowment to be facilitated by University of California, Davis Continuing and Professional Education for the purpose of providing access to brewing education courses and brewing certificate programs.

Created by brewers from six local craft breweries, the hazy Double IPA dubbed “This Beer Creates Opportunity” will be poured at all five SF Beer Week Kick Off events. The hoppy, juicy beer will also be a highlight of celebrations from February 10 to 19 at dozens of the craft beer bars, retail outlets and restaurants hosting their own SF Beer Week festivities around the region.

DeVonne Buckingham, Director of Brewing Operations at Drake’s Brewing in San Leandro, hosted the brew day, welcoming fellow collaborators from Hella Coastal Brewing Co. of Oakland, Humble Sea Brewing Co. of Santa Cruz, Dokkaebier of Oakland, S27 Alehouse & Brewery out of San Jose and HenHouse Brewing Co. of Santa Rosa & Petaluma, all members of the Guild’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.

“The brewing program at UC Davis offers one of the most respected academic approaches to brewing science in the world,” said Buckingham. “We are proud and pleased that this big, juicy collaboration brew will be an important step toward establishing this endowment. The Bay Area craft brewing scene is eager to welcome new faces and palates, and historically marginalized communities.”

The recipe for this “future focused” Hazy Double IPA was designed to express notes of passion fruit, guava, mango, lychee, citrus and fresh cut pineapple, all without the presence of actual fruits. On brew day, the team deftly employed locally developed London Tropics designer yeast strain; Bru-1, Simcoe and HBC 586 hops; and select grains, including oat, wheat and a back-to-the-future dose of California-grown heirloom malt. Among the components contributed to support the cause were ingredients and services from Berkeley Yeast, Admiral Maltings, BSG CraftBrewing, Custom Label, Barretto-Co and label designer Blanca. As this year’s Official SF Beer Week Collaboration, This Beer Creates Opportunity is the sole beer to be tapped, along with all the hyper-local special releases, at all five regional parties on February 10 and 11, in San Francisco, San Jose, San Rafael, San Leandro and Seaside as the long week gets underway. Beyond these marquee opening events, the beer will be available both on draft and in 16-ounce cans at multiple locations during beer week, including Drake’s Barrel House and Drake’s Dealership.

About the Bay Area Brewers Guild

The Bay Area Brewers Guild is a non-profit 501(c)(6) trade association whose mission is to support and promote local independent craft beer and breweries throughout the greater Bay Area.

About the University of California, Davis Master Brewers Certificate Program

For more than 25 years, the UC Davis Master Brewers Certificate Program (MBCP) has been providing students with an in-depth understanding of brewing science and brewery engineering and preparing them to enter the brewing industry with the potential to rise to the highest levels of leadership within it. The in-person and online programs are committed to increasing representation in the brewing industry and actively work to include diverse perspectives and voices in their curriculum and students. The MBCP partners with the Michael James Jackson Foundation and guest lecturers in 2021 included Garrett Oliver (talking about the need for DEI in the brewing industry) and Veronica Vega (on how Deschutes Brewery set up its DEI training program). The program has graduated more than 850 students from more than 20 countries.

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https://sfbeerweek.org/Collabs

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ATLANTA, Georgia – For 2023, Wild Heaven Beer announces new flavors and a packaging redesign for flagship Emergency Drinking Beer’s fruit-flavored variants. Emergency Drinking Beer’s first offshoot, made with fresh squeezed watermelon juice, had a sensational debut during the summer of 2016 and has appeared each summer since to the delight of its many fans. The “EDB Seasonal” calendar was later filled in with a winter Citrus blend, a spring Tropical blend, and an autumn Peach blend, with each can featuring a colored gradient design representing the fruit blend found inside.

This year the EDB Seasonal calendar includes the debut of Black Cherry (January), the return of Tropical (April) and Watermelon (June), and the debut of Ruby Red Grapefruit (September) with new can designs emphasizing the iconic yellow EDB can accentuated with colorful fruit illustrations. The new Bart Sasso design, riffing on the original Alvin Diec can, represents a new era for these innovative line extensions.

REFRESHED EMERGENCY DRINKING BEER CAN DESIGNS

Each EDB seasonal blend uses fresh juices and purees and no flavor extracts or artificial flavors. Building off the light, crisp Emergency Drinking Beer base, these super-refreshing beers are neither overly sweet nor sour.

Emergency Drinking Beer seasonals and all other Wild Heaven beers, including Sunburst IPA, ATL Easy IPA, WhiteBlackbird Saison, and Euro-Style Pilsner, are available from Georgia Crown Distributing (Georgia), Alabama Crown Distributing (Alabama), Best Brands (Tennessee), and Bear Island (South Carolina).

ABOUT WILD HEAVEN

Wild Heaven Beer was founded in 2010 and operates two Georgia brewery and taproom locations. Its original Avondale Estates location produces Wild Heaven’s core lineup, including Emergency Drinking Beer and Sunburst IPA and features a taproom and large patio. Wild Heaven’s West End Brewery & Gardens opened in 2019 and features an experimental small-batch brewery, a causal kitchen and restaurant, two event spaces, a taproom, and a large patio overlooking the Westside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline.

For More Information:
https://wildheavenbeer.com

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SAN FRANCISCO, California – Releasing February 11th at Heretic Brewing, and on February 18th at Calicraft Brewing, Evil & Co. is a boundary pushing Triple IPA brewed to celebrate SF Beer Week!

“We couldn’t be more amped to collaborate with our friends at Heretic Brewing and Hopsteiner on Evil & Co. Triple IPA. We’ve always loved the great Bay Area Triple IPAs and are extremely excited to add one to the pantheon. Just like Calicraft, Evil & Co. is experimental, progressive, and like no other.”

Thomas Vo, Brewmaster, Calicraft Brewing

“This year we introduce Evil & Co., the first of our planned annual collaboration between breweries and hop suppliers we feel share the philosophy of Heretic; Don’t drink ordinary beer. For our inaugural brew, we are partnering with Calicraft Brewing Company and Hopsteiner to bring you an 11.5% ABV Triple IPA featuring Hopflow, 17701 hops, Salvo, Lupulin Cascade, and Citra, resulting in notes of  peach, yuzu, melon, and apricot.”

In addition to releasing Evil & Co. Triple IPA for SF Beer Week, both breweries will be pouring beer at the SF Beer Week Opening Gala at 21st Amendment Brewery and Taproom in San Leandro the night of February 11th.

About the Companies

Calicraft Brewing Company was founded in 2012 in Walnut Creek, CA. Inspired by the people, places, and perspectives of California – Calicraft creates beverages that inspire people to challenge the status quo. With brews ranging from fan favorites like Cool Kidz IPA and Karl the Fog Hazy IPA, to category blurring beverages like Bloom: Untraditional ciders – Calicraft pushes the boundaries of style and taste. Calicraft – More than Beer.

Heretic Brewing Company was founded in 2010 in Fairfield, CA and have worked tirelessly to keep the industry growing and thriving, with a passion for quality craft beverages. Heretic: Don’t Drink Ordinary Beer.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan – Founders Brewing Company, part of Mahou USA, is excited to announce it’s latest KBS barrel-aged beer flavor, KBS Chocolate Cherry. The perfectly balanced and decadent drinking experience of KBS meets the classic taste of chocolate cherry.

Taking the bourbon barrel-aged stout to a new level, KBS Chocolate Cherry allows the existing premium coffee and chocolate notes to soar to new heights when accented by the rich sweetness of cherry, Founders Brewing Company Brewmaster Jeremy Kosmicki said.

“This variant is inspired by cherry cordials, with both sweetness and tartness from the cherries balanced against layers of rich chocolate,” Kosmicki said. “These flavors are really complimentary to the coffee and bourbon notes that you’d expect from KBS, creating a fun new twist on a classic.”

The newest flavor with its rich sweetness of chocolate and slight coffee bitterness, will stay true to the original KBS coming in at 11.6 percent ABV.

KBS Chocolate Cherry is available on draft in our taprooms in Grand Rapids and Detroit, and will be sold in 4-packs of 12 oz bottles in our stores and across Mahou’s 50-state distribution footprint beginning mid-February, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Pricing in the Founders Brewing Co. taprooms will be $24/4-pack; prices will vary by market.

About Mahou USA

Established in 2023, Mahou USA is a combination of brands from Avery Brewing, Founders Brewing and Mahou Imports. Specializing in brews that are complex, in-your-face ales, with huge aromatics and tons of flavor, Mahou USA ranks among the top 10 largest craft breweries in the U.S. The brands under Mahou USA have received numerous awards from the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival, and RateBeer and BeerAdvocate users often rate its beers among the best in the world.

For More Information:
https://foundersbrewing.com

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MILTON, Del., – Coming to you from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery in coastal Delaware. National weather reports confirm there’s a squall (of the delicious kind!) brewing and it’s set to touch down in cities from coast to coast. Our best advice? Grab your ponchos … er, pint glasses and get ready!

Dogfish Head proudly introduces Citrus Squall, the perfect storm of a double golden ale and a paloma cocktail brewed with grapefruit juice, blue agave nectar, lime peels and a touch of sea salt. At 8.0% ABV, Citrus Squall brings strong gusts of citrusy hop and grapefruit aromas, counterbalanced by a downpouring of bright and tart grapefruit flavor and a blue agave nectar sweetness. Starting on the East Coast, Citrus Squall will quickly billow out and roll its way to taps and shelves across the nation both on draft and in 6pk/12oz cans, expected to hit ground in early spring. Ahead of its arrival, Dogfish suggests the following preparation plan.

How to Spot (& Enjoy) a Citrus Squall:

1. Visit your favorite local store, beer distributor, bar or restaurant.

2. Quickly make your way to the craft beer section of the location or menu.

3. Calmly seek out Citrus Squall’s bright magenta-pink packaging or
tap handle.

4. Get ready for a delicious storm of tequila-inspired grapefruit flavor!

Using Dogfish Head’s weather tracker, folks are encouraged to keep an eye on the weather conditions emerging at Citrus Squall’s impetus point in coastal Delaware. From Feb. 1, through Apr. 1, upon detection of rainfall within the Milton city limits, Dogfish will unlock chances for fans to win daily giveaways, offers and experiences. When asked for comment, Dogfish Head Founder & Brewer, Sam Calagione, cited, “When it Rains, We Pour!”

About Dogfish Head Craft Brewery:

Dogfish Head has focused on brewing beers with culinary ingredients outside the Reinheitsgebot since the day it opened as one of the smallest American craft breweries more than 27 years ago. A Delaware-based brand and supporter of the Independent Craft Brewing Seal, Dogfish consists of Brewings & Eats, an off-centered brewpub, Chesapeake & Maine, a seafood and cocktail spot, Dogfish Inn, a beer-themed hotel and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, a production brewery and distillery featuring the Tasting Room & Kitchen and Dogfish Head Distilling Co.

For more, visit www.dogfish.com.

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