Dustin Scoggins

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina – Charlotte’s biggest independent brewer, Sycamore Brewing today announced its newest beer, Southern Girl Strawberry (4.8% ABV). Just in time for summer, the blonde ale is a spin on the brewery’s popular Southern Girl beer and is available today on-draft and in cans at Sycamore Brewing’s taproom in the Queen City.

“Southern Girl is one of our OG Sycamore beers, and this summer variation is packed with fresh strawberries, giving it a bit of tartness to balance out the sweetness,” says Sycamore Brewing’s co-owner, Sarah Taylor Brigham. “This crisp beer is like summer in a glass!”

Southern Girl Strawberry is loaded with fresh strawberries to complement the honey and caramel notes present in the beer base. Every sip of Southern Girl Strawberry presents a dry finish with an added tartness. It is crafted very simply by blending strawberries with Southern Girl, enhancing the strawberry, honeydew and light floral-hop flavor. The instantly refreshing beer will be available in four-packs at stores throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia and Ohio in the coming weeks, so it can be enjoyed all summer long.

About Sycamore Brewing

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

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https://www.sycamorebrew.com/

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EDGEWATER, Colorado – Coming off an amazing time at the  2022 World Beer Cup ceremony where Joyride Brewing’s Ice Cutter Kölsch was declared the best in the world by winning gold in the German-Style Koelsch category, and on Joyride Director of Brewing and Marketing Dave Bergen’s birthday no less, the brewery is excited to announce their annual anniversary block party celebration on July 15-17 where the brewery celebrates eight years of commercially brewing beer.

As Joyride is all about community and collaboration, this anniversary bash will include closed off streets with a main stage featuring a lineup of live bands throughout the weekend, a collaboration competition with Joyride’s best brewery friends, food trucks, kids zone, and of course, award-winning beer like Joyride’s Ice Cutter Kölsch—perfect for a hot summer day on the patio.

“Eight years ago we were still homebrewing in the basement and now we’ve made nearly 9,000 barrels of beer since 2014. That’s over two million pints!” says Bergen. “Each time we add another number to the ol’ odometer, I fondly look back at our amazing team and welcoming community who have been here for us since day one. We would not be here without you! As Edgewater’s first and oldest brewery, we’ve always wanted to reflect our neighborhood by providing diverse, fun, and creative offerings, and to be embraced the way we have is the ultimate compliment.”

Band Lineup for the Weekend

From American and Bluegrass to Mountain Blues and 90s and Millennium rock hits, the following live acts will be rocking out!

Friday, July 15

2:30 to 4:30pm –  The Flying Splash Kicks

5:30 to 7:30pm – Hunter James and the Titanic

8:00 to 10:00pm –  Silent Disco

Saturday, July 16

11:00am to 12:30pm –  Midnight Shakedown

1:00 to 3:00pm – 3 Hole Punch

4:00 to 6:00pm – Edgewater Project

7:00 to 9:00pm – El Paso Lasso

Sunday, July 17

11:00am to 1:00pm – The Great Jon Hamm

2:00 to 5:00pm – Blue River Grass Band

Brewery Collaboration Competition:

What started at Joyride’s third anniversary, because of all the help from brewery friends over the years, has turned into a friendly competition among brewery friends. Guests receive a punch card, try the collaboration beers, vote for their favorite brew and leave with a special commemorative anniversary glass. Previous winners include Downhill Brewing (2017 and 2019), Station 26 Brewing Co. (2018), Odell Brewing Company (2020) and Westbound and Down Brewing Company (2021). This year’s competitive sets include:

Downhill Brewing and Woods Boss Brewing: Sake Rice Lager

Barrels & Bottles Brewery and Odell Brewing Company: Sangria-inspired wine/beer hybrid

Station 26 Brewing Co. and Westbound & Down Brewing Company: Cold IPA

Call to Arms Brewing Company and Strange Craft Beer Company: Lemon Saison

“Our anniversary parties always feel like a wedding or reunion where there are so many people to high five and catch up with,” says Bergen. “But what I look forward to the most is our collaboration competition and everything involved with it including the brew days, spending some quality time over pints, and tasting the final product.”

About Joyride Brewing Company

Joyride Brewing Company is a small craft brewery in Edgewater, CO, across the street from the banks of Sloan’s Lake. The brewery opened for business on July 16, 2014. We have a 10 barrel brewhouse with ten serving tanks and 11 fermenters. Our downstairs taproom is around 1600 sq ft and can hold about 95 people. Our upstairs rooftop patio is around 2400 sq ft and can hold an additional 150 people. Please join us and enjoy the majestic views of the lake with some of the finest beer in town.

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https://www.indiecreativeco.com/news/joyride8thanniversary

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BOSTON, Massachusetts – Only one thing beats crushing a 5K or winning the local rec. league championships: having that perfect can in hand to celebrate. That’s why Boston neighbors Harpoon Breweryand Reebok announce that they are coming together for a new collaboration: Harpoon Rec. League – The Reebok Edition, a co-branded release of the brewery’s low-cal, low-alcohol hoppy and hazy pale ale. The collaboration features the same recipe Harpoon fans know and love encased in a new fresh Reebok-inspired container, including cans sporting the Reebok logo and 12-pack packaging evoking the Reebok sneaker box design.

Sharing a common desire to celebrate human movement, the brands are uniting to raise funds for BOKS, a program dedicated to promoting life-long health and fitness. While supplies last a portion of sales for each purchase of the Harpoon Rec. League Reebok Edition 12-Pack, will go directly to BOKS to encourage movement in local youth communities.

“Rec. League was the first beer we created that both complements an active lifestyle and embodies our ‘love beer, love life’ moto,” said Dan Kenary, CEO and co-founder of Harpoon Brewery. “Partnering with Reebok, a brand dedicated to sports and fitness and the impact they have on peoples’ lives, made sense with them not only being our neighbor, but also their passion for giving back to our shared local community. We’re excited to be working with them and giving back to BOKS.”

“We are thrilled to support BOKS through this unique collaboration,” said Caroline Machen, VP of Global Marketing at Reebok Design Group. “We are excited to see the positive impact that this partnership will have on our community as Harpoon shares Reebok’s commitment of enhancing the lives of others.”

In addition to raising funds for a good cause through beer sales, Harpoon and Reebok are inviting fans to celebrate the partnership by entering the Reebok x Harpoon Rec. League Floatride Energy 4 Adventure Running Shoe Sweepstakes. Featuring the traditional Rec. League colors, beer lovers and fitness enthusiasts can enter for the chance to win one of 10 pairs of the limited-edition Floatride Energy 4 Adventure Running Shoes. The Reebok Floatride Energy 4 Adventure is an outdoor-inspired, high-performance running shoe launching this August 2022.

Harpoon Rec. League is brewed with unique ingredients like buckwheat kasha, which contains important minerals and B vitamins; chia seeds that are high in fiber, Omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants; and Mediterranean sea salt that can act as a powerful source of electrolytes. Coming in at 4.0% ABV and only 120 calories per 12 oz. serving, it provides flavor and drinkability that won’t slow you down.

The Reebok Edition of Harpoon Rec. League will be available in 4-packs ($8.99) and 12-packs ($14.99) starting in July. It will be available on tap at both the Boston and Windsor, VT Tap Rooms and wherever Harpoon beers are distributed.

About the Harpoon Brewery

The Harpoon Brewery was founded in 1986 by beer lovers who wanted more and better beer options. When the Brewery was founded, Harpoon was issued Brewing Permit #001 by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, since it was the first to brew commercially in Boston after a dormant period of about 25 years. Since then, it has expanded to a second brewery in Windsor, VT. Harpoon’s line of craft beer features its award-winning IPA and seasonal beers, along with special limited releases. In 2014, Harpoon became an employee-owned company.

About Reebok

Reebok is an iconic pioneering lifestyle brand with a rich and storied fitness heritage dating back to 1895. Founded on athletic footwear that changed the direction of sport, Reebok continues to introduce innovations that propel the industry forward. Today, Reebok sits at the intersection of active, lifestyle and sport, offering high quality and modern styles that are adaptable for every occasion. The brand strives to deliver every athlete, from professionals to enthusiasts, with the opportunity, products and inspiration to reach their full potential. Reebok currently operates in 80 countries with approximately 400 freestanding stores around the world.

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https://www.harpoonbrewery.com

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BEND, Ore. — Crux Fermentation Project is celebrating ten years of community and craft beer in the Pacific Northwest this month. The Bend-based operation is a brewer-owned and operated craft community committed to producing beer, wine, cider and – most recently – whiskey of the highest quality. After a decade of pursuing brewing perfection and fermentative experimentation each and every day, Crux has cemented its position as a favorite of locals, visitors and craft beer enthusiasts alike.

Crux Fermentation Project will celebrate its tenth anniversary with its annual Cruxapalooza event on Saturday, June 25th. The official kickoff to the summer season, the day will be filled with live music, activities including tie-dye t-shirt station and a 5K fun run, and the best beers in town. Master Brewer Larry Sidor has created a special 10th Anniversary IPA that will be released at the event. An IPA that he himself would most enjoy, the Anniversary IPA is a combination of some of Larry’s all-time favorite hops, added three different ways at three different times throughout the brewing process. Cruxapalooza will see a number of additional new beer releases as part of the tasting room’s 25-beer tap list.

“Crux started out as a passion project for me, but even after ten years, we still operate with the same driving force,” said Larry Sidor, Founder and Master Brewer at Crux Fermentation Project. “Everything we endeavor to do is driven by our authentic passion for the craft and our commitment to quality. From rare yeast strains to whole leaf hops to experimental brewing methods, we’re going to do whatever it takes to make the next great beer. It’s hard to believe it’s already been ten years – I think we’re just getting started!”

In its ten years of operation, Crux Fermentation Project has built a one-of-a-kind brewery based on the love of beer. The brewery has successfully enhanced consumer knowledge of fermentation through beer and beyond. Some of Crux’s proudest accomplishments in the past ten years include:

To date, the brewery has 6,350 total brews in the books, resulting in the pilsners, IPAs, porters, saisons, stouts and sours you’ve seen on tap and in the market. Crux released its first wine in 2020 and its first whiskey in 2022. Consistently an early adopter of innovative brewing techniques and ingredients like the Southern Hemisphere Galaxy hop featured in Cast Out (originally named Outcast), crafting Crux Pilz before craft lagers and pilsners were widely popular, and experimenting with spontaneously fermented beers.Pioneered a non-alcoholic beer line, NØ MØ, to keep up with consumer demand and provide alternative options for taproom guests. The brewing team prides itself on using traditional craft brewing ingredients and techniques for its non-alcoholic line, resulting in a “near beer” that is still fermented with familiar flavors.

In addition to its original location, Crux opened a production brewery on the north side of Bend in 2015. In 2018, the brewery completed an extensive taproom expansion project featuring additional service counters, modern interior design updates, and increased indoor and outdoor seating. Launched the highly sought-after [BANISHED] Series, a limited series of barrel-aged imperial stouts and sour ales including Tough Love, Lost Love, Bramble Candy and Freakcake.Larry Sidor opened Crux Fermentation Project in 2012 with co-founders Paul Evers and Dave Wilson after renovating an old AAMCO Transmission shop. Sidor has spent more than 40 years in the Pacific Northwest beer industry, innovating and developing a huge variety of legendary recipes for names like Deschutes Brewery and Olympia Brewing Company. Beer is just the beginning for Crux – there will be much more to explore as the brewery continues its endless pursuit toward fermentation perfection.

All are invited to celebrate 10 years of Crux Fermentation Project at Cruxapalooza. To learn more, visit Cruxapalooza.com.

About Crux Fermentation Project

Crux Fermentation Project is a brewer-owned and operated community of craft beer lovers, committed to delivering beer, wine, and cider of uncompromising quality. And best of all, after ten years, we’re still just getting started. We invite you to join us in our wild pursuit of perfection wherever our creations are found. Or, come visit our Tasting Room located in the heart of Bend, Oregon – where amazing views of the Cascade Mountains and family-friendly vibes are paired with pizza, pretzels, sandwiches, street tacos and 25 of the best beers in town.

For more information please visit https://www.cruxfermentation.com/

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SAN DIEGO, California – Each quarter Karl Strauss Brewing Company debuts its latest release in its highly anticipated Collaboration Series. For this round, the company teamed up with fellow San Diego locals Boochcraft Organic Hard Kombucha to give both craft beer and Hard Kombucha fans something to fall in love with. Inspired by the infusion process frequently utilized in crafting Hard Kombucha, When Worlds Collide Grapefruit Hibiscus IPA makes its statewide debut on June 23rd.

With 30+ years of craft beer brewing expertise under their belts, the Karl Strauss team was eager to collaborate with the pros at Boochcraft, and explore a world familiar, yet wholly new: tea and botanicals.

“We have true masters of the craft on our brewing team, but one thing we’d never experimented with was infusing a beer with tea & botanicals. The Boochcraft team are absolute masters at this process, so our crew was excited to learn from them. We found that combining the right botanicals enhanced the hop characteristics of this IPA in a unique way, resulting in this beautiful hybrid-like beer that falls somewhere between a Hard Kombucha and a San Diego-style IPA.”

– Paul Segura, Brewmaster, Karl Strauss Brewing Company

“We could not be more thrilled to work with the legendary team at Karl Strauss Brewing Company. They brought an incredible depth of knowledge and mastery of the fermentation sciences to create a collaborative product the likes of which have not been seen before. Bringing together a familiar and exceptional San Diego style IPA with the Boochcraft botanical signature, we created an exceptional beer with enhanced depth in the aroma, flavor, and mouthfeel. Crisp, clean, refreshing, with just the right balance of fruit, hops, and botanicals; it is truly two worlds colliding in the best way!”

– Kyle Oliver, R&D Manager, Boochcraft

Although inspired by Hard Kombucha, the finished product is a beer through and through. When Worlds Collide is an India Pale Ale brewed with Citra, Cascade and Sequoia hops, as well as grapefruit, dried Hibiscus, black tea, and ginger. It’s delightfully citrusy, backed by a slight tartness and warming herbal notes. This IPA will release on Thursday, June 23rd in 16oz 4-packs and draft at all Karl Strauss brewpub locations, as well as finer craft beer establishments throughout California and Arizona.

About Karl Strauss Brewing Company

Karl Strauss Brewing Company has been proudly independent since 1989, pioneering the craft beer scene with innovative and award-winning releases. They have an ongoing collaboration series with some of the nation’s most well-respected breweries and are known for launching exciting new brands like their tangerine-inspired Tangible IPA, as well as cult classics like their Red Trolley Irish Red.

About Boochcraft

Boochcraft, founded in 2016 by three friends in San Diego, California, ignited a brand-new industry of better-for-you beverages in the alcohol space: hard kombucha. With an uncompromised focus on quality, Boochcraft is juicing whole, organic fruits in-house at their Boochery in Chula Vista, California, to craft a naturally gluten-free, unpasteurized, vegan alcoholic drink that provides a brighter buzz. Boochcraft has committed to brewing responsibly and is the first Hard Kombucha brand to be certified as a Benefit Corporation (B-Corp). With a mix of year-round flavors and seasonal releases, Boochcraft currently delivers the highest-quality, lowest-impact hard kombucha across 13 states nationwide.

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https://boochcraft.com

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ALAMEDA ISLAND, CalifORNIA – Northern California’s farm-to-barrel craft beer pioneers Almanac Beer Co. expands its year-round fresh beer portfolio with a new West Coast pale ale honoring a style that put California craft beer on the map. FLOW Pale Ale (5.5% ABV) fits right into the Almanac family of fresh beers available 12 months of the year along with fan-favorites LOVE Hazy IPA, LOUD! Hazy DIPA, and TRUE Kölsch. FLOW Pale Ale takes a classic West Coast style and brews it for the modern drinker who loves to kick back a cold one (or three!) after a day of kayaking, lazy river rafting, or hitting the mountain biking trails.

The Chevron mosaic label design of FLOW Pale Ale (pictured below) pops with just as much punch as when opening a 16 oz. can on the beach. The golden hour glow of a California sunset with hues of turquoise reflecting off of the ocean water composes the FLOW color palette. Dry-hopped with Simcoe and El Dorado, FLOW is full of character with a super light body. “Nothing hits the spot quite like a refreshing West Coast pale ale! As the beer style that originally captured my heart, I decided it was time to create a worthy Almanac version. It took over a year of R&D before we nailed the final recipe, but we couldn’t be more excited about the result. FLOW is all about balance. It’s got a huge hop aroma and is bursting with notes of juicy lemon, ripe melon, and fresh berries and pine. The bitterness is restrained, the finish is clean, and the body is light and crisp. FLOW is a simple beer, and it’s just plain delicious.” -Damian Fagan, Founder & CEO, Almanac Beer Co.

Almanac beers can be enjoyed at their beautiful 30,000 square feet Alameda Island brewery and taproom (and their outdoor beer garden) located inside a refurbished former airplane hangar (originally built in 1942). FLOW Pale Ale and an array of delicate and crisp lagers, complex barrel-aged sours, decadent stouts, and aromatic hazy IPAs are available in stores and on draft throughout Northern and Southern California, as well as select states across the country.

About Almanac Beer Co.

Almanac was launched in 2011 by Damian Fagan and Jesse Friedman, two avid homebrewers who bonded over their mutual appreciation for California farmer’s markets. They set out to brew beers inspired by California’s rich agricultural bounty, and brewed their first beer — a Belgian-style golden ale aged in Sonoma County Zinfandel barrels with Sonoma County blackberries. Our name, Almanac, refers to the Farmer’s Almanac, a reference guide for farmers that has been published every year since 1818. Our motto, Farm to Barrel, was adopted to reflect our passion for brewing barrel-aged beers that showcase ingredients from California farms. All of our beers are brewed, aged, and packaged at our 30,000 square feet brewery on the former Alameda Point Naval Airbase on beautiful Alameda Island. Our portfolio of beers spans the gamut from delicate oak-aged lagers, to nuanced barrel-aged sours, decadent stouts, and of course, hazy IPAs.

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https://almanacbeer.com

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BROOKLYN, New York – Threes Brewing has just released a brand new Foudre Fermented Czech Pilsner. The World We Live In showcases the nuanced transformation a beer can undergo when aged in an oak foudre. A nod to Lifeworld, Threes’ 12º Czech Pilsner, The World We Live in possesses layers of complexity and softness and an enhanced, pillowy body. Fruity esters and floral undertones come through, alongside a balanced bitterness that boasts moderate tannins and hints of vanilla. The beer finishes at just 4.5% ABV and is a welcomed addition to Threes’ ever-expanding portfolio of Czech Pilsners.

Lead Brewer Ben Petersen says, “The World We Live In is a great example of the impact lagering in oak can have on a beer and the sensory expressions it imparts. The qualities lent from the foudre create a more complex, flavorful, and full-bodied beer than if it were exclusively aged in stainless. Ultimately, this difference in process creates a beer that is well balanced and unique, and would be a special offering for any occasion.”

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BURLINGTON, Vermont – Switchback Brewing Co. announces the release of Zaboo, a brand new 5.9% hazy IPA, available in 16oz can 4-packs and in 12oz can 12-packs and on draft at local bars and restaurants. New England’s first 100% employee-owned brewery, adds Zaboo to its line-up of 100% naturally conditioned beers.

Zaboo Hazy IPA features a zestful and effervescent blend of hops, hand selected to amplify aroma. Vibrant notes of juicy stone fruit, honeydew melon, orange, peach, and pear create a fun expressive flavor.

“Everyone needs a relaxing summer – this year especially,” said Bill Cherry, Brewery Founder & Brewmaster. “Zaboo Hazy IPA is all about chilling out. Whether you’re right at home, at a concert or around the campfire, it’s the perfect getaway vibe for enjoying the summer season with friends, family, and fun.”

Zaboo first made its debut at Switchback’s Burlington Tap Room where it quickly became a fan favorite. The new beer will be available at the brewery and throughout New England and Upstate New York by late June. Zaboo will also be featured at events throughout the summer, including the 2022 Vermont Brewers Festival, June 21-23, 2022.

QUICK FACTS:

Name: Switchback Brewing Co. Zaboo Hazy IPA

Release Date: June 1, 2022

Stats: 5.9% ABV

Packaging: 12oz can 12-packs, 16oz can 4-packs, and on draft

Availability: Switchback locations in New England and New York

About Switchback Brewing Company  

Switchback Brewing Company was founded in 2002 by master brewer Bill Cherry and his longtime friend Jeff Neiblum. To maximize complexity and flavor, the beer is left unfiltered and carbonated during fermentation by the yeast itself, creating a 100% naturally conditioned beer. In 2017, Switchback Brewing Co. officially became the first 100% employee-owned brewery in Vermont via an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), keeping the brewery locally owned and operated at its original home in Burlington, VT. Switchback beers are distributed throughout Vermont, New England plus parts of New York and Virginia

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https://www.switchbackvt.com/zaboo-hazy-ipa

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BALTIMORE, Maryland – Monument City Brewing welcomes the summer months with the launch of Cute Little Saison, a new Belgian inspired series available exclusively at the brewery. Coming in at 3.5% Alcohol by Volume (ABV), this series will provide craft beer lovers with a flavor-forward and refreshing option this summer.

“When dreaming up this series we were inspired by the traditional Belgian-Style table beers”, says Founder, Ken Praay. “We wanted to create an easy drinking, flavorful beer that would shine during the summer months”

Cute Little Saison will be released in four varieties: Raspberry, Blackberry, Fruit Punch and a Mosaic Dry-Hopped. The first two, Raspberry and Blackberry will be released at the brewery June 25th with food being provided by local favorite Cocina Luchadoras and Hecho en Baltimore. Fruit Punch and Mosaic Dry-Hopped will be released in July.

“We designed the labels to be cute and fun, something that fit the name”, says Chris Barry, Marketing and Experience Manager. Barry adds, “We’re excited to share this series with the craft beer community. The team did a great job creating a delicious summer beer”.

Monument City’s new series will be available in 16oz cans and on draught, exclusively at the brewery throughout the summer.

About Monument City

Monument City Brewing Company was started by brothers Ken and Matt Praay in 2014 after a transformative hike along the Appalachian Trail. Their focus is on producing honest and exciting craft beer. Known for their flagship beer 51 Rye IPA, Monument City operates a 17,000 sq. ft. facility in Highlandtown. The open taproom has a front row seat to Monument’s German-designed brewhouse in a historically industrial building in Southeast Baltimore.

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http://www.monumentcitybrewing.com

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