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The Low Calorie-Leader in Non Alcohol Craft Beer, Partake Brewing, Introduces Pilsner

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TORONTO— Partake Brewing, an award-winning category leader in the non-alcoholic beer space and a B Corp-certified company, has released a new limited-edition, brew: Pilsner. Only 25 calories, the fewest on the market, and 3g of carbohydrates, the never-released-before Partake Pilsner is a golden brew bursting with crisp hop tang, offering an inviting bright aroma and light, bubbly body.

Evan Cohen, CCO and President of Partake Brewing, expressed, “Pils stands out as a highly sought-after style among craft beer enthusiasts and Partake drinkers alike, and we strive to satisfy.” He continued, “Leveraging our expertise, we’ve crafted a low-calorie, non-alcoholic rendition of this style that remains true to the classic Pilsner style.’

Partake remains committed to crafting distinctive beer styles using a proprietary non-alcoholic method, striving for the lowest calorie count possible. Pilsner now joins the ranks of Partake’s lineup, which includes IPA, Pale Ale, Hazy IPA, Blonde, and Peach Gose, all ranging between 10-30 calories. Consumers consistently seek out Partake for its exceptional taste, unmatched calorie count, and use of all-natural ingredients.

The new Pils is available in specially marked Variety 12-Packs at select retailers across the US and Canada.

About Partake Brewing

Partake Brewing is the maker of craft non-alcoholic beers brewed for those who make it happen. Serving up the lowest calorie non-alcoholic craft beer on the market, Partake, offers a delicious array of award-winning styles all under 30 calories, so you can enjoy a beer throughout all your pursuits. Founded in 2017, Partake Brewing has become a leader in non-alcoholic beer in North America, with distribution in major retailers across Canada and the United States. As a B Corp certified company, Partake Brewing is praised by drinkers for its unique combination of exceptional flavour, classic styles and game-changing nutritionals. Learn more at drinkpartake.com or follow @partakebrewing on social media.

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Modern Times Beer Introduces Radiant Glow

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

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

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

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

About Modern Times Beer

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

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Anderson Valley Brewing Company Releases “Black Light Ale”

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BOONVILLE, California— At Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC), we decided our New Year’s resolution was to have our cake and eat it too. By “cake” we mean “beer,” and by “eat” we mean “drink a tasty, full-flavored, craft beer.” Never shy, Barkley, our antlered bear, chimed in as well, insisting it had to fit in with some of his resolutions too. It had to be under 100 calories (he’s watching his figure), under 4% ABV (he’s doing damp January and he also likes to have more than one) and it had to be fun (he IS an antlered bear after all).

Thankfully, brewmaster Fal Allen had a solution at hand: a magical unicorn of a beer we have dubbed “Black Light” – a dark and delicious craft beer with only 95 calories and 7 carbs at 3.8% ABV. The multiverse will never be the same.

You may think to yourself, nay, this cannot be, but Black Light has Barkley’s official seal of approval and you would be surprised how skeptical antlered bears can be. Black Light has also been winning awards in blind tastings – including a recent Silver medal at the Brussels Beer Challenge. So we got busy making more of it to get it to you for the New Year.

“We’re overjoyed with this conundrum of a beer,” said Anderson Valley President and CEO Kevin McGee. “This beer shouldn’t taste as good as it does, but here it is. No corners were cut to bring you an actual light beer that still has full craft beer-flavored-beer flavor. It’s a legitimately amazing thing.”

So don’t be blinded by the “light”, this is a delicious craft beer, through and through.

ABV: 3.8% | IBU: 18 | Cals: 95 | Carbs 7

Flavor Profile
Roasted malt, dark rye bread with nut

Ingredients
Hops: Northern Brewer
Malts: Pale Two-Row, Chocolate, Midnight Wheat, Black Rice
Yeast: House

Black Light is now available nationwide. Find it near you at avbc.com/find-our-beer.

About Anderson Valley Brewing Company

Founded in 1987, Anderson Valley Brewing Company brews hand-crafted, authentic beers with balance, complexity, and an unwavering commitment to sustainably producing world-class beer. As the World’s First Solar Powered Brewery, AVBC leads the craft beer industry as pioneers in responsible brewing and innovators in environmental sustainability practices. Anderson Valley Brewing Company beer is available in 40 states and at its taproom in Boonville, California.

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Confluence Brewing Company Announces New Core Beer

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DES MOINES, Iowa— Confluence Brewing Company, known for their two gold medals at World Beer Cup this year, is excited to announce a new core beer. Yard Yacht, a Session Hazy IPA, is making waves starting Friday August 18th, and with its low ABV of 4.5%, you can crush these any time of the year. Confluence Brewing hasn’t had a new year-round core beer in five years, resulting in a much-anticipated arrival of something new to their core lineup. The brewery focused on a series of test batches the past year and a half and found the perfect blend, thus creating Yard Yacht.

This beer is brewed for the Tuesdays, the workdays, the hum-drum doldrums of a midweek evening. Yard Yachting is about escaping the mundane and seizing on the opportunity to make every day a little special. With the power of your imagination, and the help of some likeminded adventurers, a pedestrian after work hang can easily transform into a tropical vacation. Born from that spirit, Yard Yacht is the perfect beer for your weeknight getaway. Bursting with big bright flavors of citrus, berries and exotic fruits, but with an ABV low enough that you can enjoy a few without compromising tomorrow, it’s the perfect companion for whatever adventures you can dream up. Stop waiting for the weekend and set sail tonight for a break from the ordinary!

Yard Yacht is available on draft and 4-packs. Where good things come together.

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AleSmith Brewing Company Extends .394 Line with Session .394

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SAN DIEGO, California – AleSmith Brewing Company is proud to announce the release of Session .394, a light, sessionable beer in cans and draft throughout San Diego. Following in the footsteps of their original .394 beer, collaboration with Hall-of-Famer Tony Gwynn, this rendition has a lower alcohol content while still packing all of the hop character you love. The light, easy-drinking beer is sure to be a hit with those looking for a lower alcohol option without sacrificing flavor.

This new release speaks to Tony Gwynn’s original vision of creating a beer that was both easy-drinking and full of flavor – one that could be enjoyed by everyone. It is this same vision that has guided AleSmith Brewing Co. since 1995 as they have grown into one of San Diego’s most beloved brewers who continue to honor Gwynn’s legacy through their .394 line.

Session .394 is a San Diego-style Session Pale Ale brewed with Mosaic and Citra hops giving it lovely notes of citrus and pineapple for an enjoyable drinking experience that transcends style boundaries. This crushable .394 embodies Tony Gwynn’s original vision of a beer that is “light with a kick.” Weighing in at 4.9% ABV, Session .394 will provide relief from heat during long summer days without sacrificing taste or quality.

“We are thrilled to extend our popular .394 product line with this lighter version,” said Brandon Richards, President of AleSmith Brewing Company. “As always, we believe in creating beers that represent the highest quality standard so drinkers can enjoy them no matter what their lifestyle or taste preference.”

“I am so proud of our ability to continue honoring Tony Gwynn and his legacy with this new version of .394,” said Peter Zien, Owner and CEO of AleSmith Brewing Company. “This version is an easy-drinking rendition that embodies Tony’s original vision of a full-flavored beer with a light body. It’s the perfect way to celebrate America’s favorite pastime in our hometown – San Diego!”

Session .394 will be available in cans and draft throughout San Diego beginning this month. Fans can look forward to enjoying the new offering at AleSmith’s tasting room in Miramar as well as other locations throughout San Diego County. Find the retailer nearest you by visiting AleSmith’s Beer Finder.

ABV: 4.9%

About AleSmith Brewing Company

Forged in 1995, AleSmith has been recognized by consumers and critics alike as one of the world’s foremost craft brewing companies behind accolades that include medals won at prestigious national and international beer competitions. In addition to being well established within its hometown of San Diego, AleSmith was acknowledged by the RateBeer community as the Top Brewer in California and the 4th Best Brewery in the World in 2017. AleSmith also received the Champion Brewery Award for the past three years at the San Diego International Beer Competition and was named Small Brewing Company of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival in 2008. AleSmith is celebrating its 23rd year in business and occupies a 109,942 square-foot facility with a state-of- the-art brewery. AleSmith is currently ranked #9 out of 33,000+ breweries worldwide.

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West Sixth Brewing Announces Brand New Seasonal Beer “Sun Shade Wheat”

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LEXINGTON, Kentucky— West Sixth Brewing, one of Kentucky’s largest and most established craft breweries, today announced the newest addition to its Seasonal Rotator series of beers.

Sun Shade Wheat is a 5% ABV light and sessionable American Wheat Ale. A sweet bready malt flavor is balanced by additions of orange peel to make this refreshing beer perfect for springtime sunshine. It is the first wheat ale that West Sixth has packaged in 6-pack cans since Lemongrass American Wheat.

“If you look at the weather forecast this week, it feels like Spring has finally arrived in Kentucky,” said Andy Smith, head brewer at West Sixth Brewing. “It’s the perfect time for an American Wheat Ale; light and refreshing but still carrying a solid malt backbone and character to back it up. Think of it as the beer you can drink on both those warm days and cool nights, gearing up for that transition into the hot summer months ahead.”

The Seasonal Rotator series also includes Good Beer, a classic lager, DankeChain Oktoberfest, and Packaway, a Vienna style lager. This is the first American Wheat to enter the series, and is expected to perform well.

“American Wheat Ales can be a little sneaky in terms of how they do in the market,” said Brady Barlow, co-founder at West Sixth Brewing. “Most IRI data you read will deliver the same news: IPAs are the kings and queens in the craft beer kingdom. But American Wheats do really well in stores. They’re accessible to a pretty broad range of consumers and meet somewhere in the middle of what many people are looking for in terms of flavor expectations.”

Sun Shade Wheat will be available on draught and six-packs to-go in the four West Sixth locations and out in the market starting this month. It is expected to be available through the end of July, at which point it will be replaced by the next installment in the Seasonal Rotator series, DankeChain.

About West Sixth Brewing

Founded in 2012, West Sixth Brewing is an award-winning brewery based in Lexington, Kentucky, operating a taproom in our home city, a farm in Frankfort, a Louisville taproom in the NuLu neighborhood, and a taproom in the Box Park development in Newport, KY. We produce a wide variety of beers that we distribute throughout Kentucky and across the Ohio River in Cincinnati. We’re driven by brewing high-quality creative beers, making a positive social impact on the communities we’re a part of, and creating an awesome place to work for our team.

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