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Urban South Brewery Releases Paradise Strawberry Beer – Again!

February 25, 2026 by Dustin Scoggins

Hey beer lovers and crawfish conquerors—grab your sunnies and your appetite because Paradise Strawberry is back at Urban South Brewery, and it’s ready to make spring in the South even sweeter!

This fan-favorite is basically Paradise Park—that crisp, crushable American lager we all know and love—getting a juicy strawberry glow-up. Brewed with real strawberries, it hits you with those bright, berry-good vibes up front, then finishes clean and refreshing like a classic lager should. At 4.4% ABV, it’s light, easy, and dangerously sessionable—perfect for sunny days, backyard hangs, or whenever you need something that screams “springtime in the Gulf South.”

Paradise Strawberry is rolling out now across Urban South’s turf: Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Houston, Texas, and the Florida Panhandle. Limited time only, so don’t sleep on it!

And let’s talk pairings—nothing beats this strawberry lager with a steaming pile of crawfish. Whether you’re going classic Cajun spicy or Viet-style with that garlic-butter magic, this beer’s bright fruitiness cuts through the heat and seasoning like a champ. Swing by the Urban South taproom in New Orleans to grab a pour (or a growler… or four) alongside their legendary crawfish boils, running strong through the end of crawfish season in May 2026. Pro tip: Bring friends. And maybe a bib.

“Paradise Strawberry has become our springtime ritual—folks start asking about it the second the weather turns nice,” says Kyle Huling, Co-Founder of Urban South Brewery. “It’s our way of taking a solid, no-nonsense lager and sneaking in a little fruity fun without losing that easy-drinking soul we’re known for.”

About Urban South Brewery:

Urban South Brewery, founded in 2016 in the heart of New Orleans, has quickly become a standout force in the Southern craft beer scene. Started by founder Jacob Landry—who got hooked on great beer during a year exploring Europe’s classic brews—the brewery blends old-world European brewing traditions with the bold, innovative spirit of modern American styles. With deep Louisiana roots and a true Cajun soul, they’ve built a reputation for cranking out high-quality, easy-drinking beers that are perfect for the steamy Southern climate and any laid-back occasion. Their flagship Paradise Park American Lager remains a crowd-pleaser, alongside heavy hitters like the juicy Holy Roller Hazy IPA, the refreshing Lime Cucumber Gose, and seasonal gems that capture the region’s vibe, like the returning Paradise Strawberry and Mardi Gras Pils.

What sets Urban South apart is their commitment to community, affordability, and fun—they’re all about beers that bring people together, whether at their family-friendly New Orleans taproom (complete with smash burgers and happy hours) or across their growing footprint in states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and beyond. The brewery has racked up plenty of hardware over the years, from medals at the U.S. Open Beer Championship and Can Can Awards to Great American Beer Festival nods, proving their brews aren’t just tasty—they’re award-worthy. With expansions like their Houston spot and a focus on creative, approachable beverages, Urban South keeps delivering that perfect mix of urban edge and Southern heart, making every sip feel like a celebration of good times and great beer.

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Top 10 Bockfest Festivals in America plus a few more

February 25, 2026 by Dow Scoggins

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Get ready to raise your steins and chase away winter at the best bock beer festivals in the USA—these epic spring celebrations of rich, malty doppelbocks, crisp maibocks, and quirky German traditions are pure beer-lover heaven! From Cincinnati’s massive Bockfest (March 6-8, 2026) with its legendary goat-led keg parade drawing thousands, to New Ulm’s cozy Schell’s Bock Fest (March 7, 2026) featuring bonfires and hot-poked caramel bock, and Pottstown’s hilarious Sly Fox Goat Races (first Sunday in May) where the winning goat names the maibock—these top bockfests blend hearty lagers, live polka, brats, and unforgettable goat antics for the ultimate toast to warmer days ahead. Prost to the most fun, flavorful bock bashes across America!

Bockfest (Cincinnati, Ohio) – March 6-8, 2026
Get ready to goat wild at America’s biggest and oldest bock beer festival! Held in historic Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati’s Bockfest kicks off spring with a hilarious goat-led parade pulling a keg of doppelbock, tons of local craft bock beers flowing freely, heritage tours, live music, and thousands of cheerful revelers toasting Cincinnati’s brewing legacy—it’s the ultimate bock party you don’t want to miss!
Address: Multiple venues in Over-the-Rhine (main events around Bockfest Hall, e.g., 1811 Vine Street)
Website: https://www.bockfest.com/

August Schell’s Bock Fest (New Ulm, Minnesota) – March 7, 2026
Bundle up for a Midwest classic at one of America’s oldest family-owned breweries! Schell’s Bock Fest is all about poking hot irons into your caramel-rich bock beer for extra flavor, massive bonfires to chase away winter, bratwursts grilling nonstop, a wild bock medallion scavenger hunt, live polka tunes, and crowds singing “Ring of Fire”—pure German gemütlichkeit and the perfect way to welcome spring with strong, smooth bock lagers!
Address: 1860 Schell Road, New Ulm, MN 56073
Website: https://www.schellsbrewery.com/events/bockfest/

Sly Fox Bock Fest & Goat Race (Pottstown, Pennsylvania) – First Sunday in May (May 3, 2026)
Who needs horse racing when you’ve got goats? Sly Fox’s legendary Bock Fest & Goat Race turns spring into a hilarious spectacle with real live goat races—the winner even names the brewery’s special maibock! Pair that with ice-cold German-style bocks, polka dancing, brats, and massive crowds cheering under the sun for one of the most fun, family-friendly bock beer festivals in the USA.
Address: 331 Circle of Progress Drive, Pottstown, PA 19464
Website: https://www.slyfoxbeer.com/bockfest

Capital Brewery Bockfest (Middleton, Wisconsin) – February 28, 2026
Shake off winter chills at Capital Brewery’s epic outdoor Bockfest! Celebrate the tapping of platinum award-winning Blonde Doppelbock and Maibock with quirky traditions like the fish toss, a 1K “Running of the Blondes” in silly outfits, live music, food trucks, and steins raised high—it’s Middleton’s backyard party where strong bock beers and Midwest fun make spring feel unbeatable!
Address: 7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562
Website: https://www.capitalbrewery.com/

Big Bear Lake Maifest (Big Bear Lake, California) – Typically mid-to-late May  
Trade snow for sunny spring vibes at Big Bear Lake’s Maifest, a multi-weekend Bavarian bash that’s like Oktoberfest’s cheerful little sister! Twirl around traditional Maypole dances, sip imported maibocks and refreshing Maibowle punch, feast on authentic German grub, and soak in live music amid mountain views—perfect for bock beer fans craving a scenic, festive escape.
Address: Big Bear Lake Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Website: https://bigbearevents.com/big-bear-lake-maifest/

German-American Society Bock Fest (Pinellas Park, Florida) – Typically spring 
Warm-weather bock lovers rejoice! The German-American Society’s Bock Fest brings ceremonial doppelbock tappings, specialty pours from local breweries, hearty German food, lively music, and sunny community cheers to Pinellas Park—it’s a laid-back Florida twist on classic bock traditions where strong lagers and good times flow under palm trees.
Address: 8098 66th Street North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Website: https://germantampabay.com/bockfest/

Sacramento Turn Verein Bockbierfest (Sacramento, California) – Typically mid-April 
Dive into authentic Bavarian bliss at Sacramento’s historic Turn Verein, where Bockbierfest celebrates dark, malty bock beers imported straight from Germany alongside homemade eats, polka bands, folk dancing, wine, champagne, and a cozy Kaffeehaus—it’s the capital’s most genuine spring bock gathering for raising steins and feeling fröhlich!
Address: 3349 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95816
Website: https://sacramentoturnverein.com/bockbierfest/

Plattduetsche Park Maibock Festival (Franklin Square, New York) – Typically spring  
Spring blooms deliciously at Plattduetsche Park’s Maibock Festival, featuring a custom-brewed golden maibock paired with a massive hot-and-cold buffet, live Bavarian bands, and biergarten vibes on Long Island—grab your lederhosen for this tasty tribute to lighter bock styles and German hospitality!
Address: 1132 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010
Website: https://www.parkrestaurant.com/

NuLu Bock Fest (Louisville, Kentucky) – March 28, 2026
Goat races meet great bock beers in Louisville’s trendy NuLu neighborhood! This street party features adult and baby goat dashes down “Nanny Goat Strut,” local craft bock pours, live music, vendor fun, and the “Best of the Wurst” contest—it’s quirky Kentucky energy at its bock-loving best.
Address: 600-700 blocks of East Market Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Website: https://www.nulu.org/BockFest

Beaver Island Brewing Maibock Fest (St. Cloud, Minnesota) – Typically May 
Welcome spring the Minnesota way at Beaver Island’s casual Maibock Fest: fresh maibock releases on tap, juicy brats sizzling, yard games, commemorative glasses, and everyone encouraged to rock lederhosen or dirndls—it’s a relaxed taproom bash bursting with bock beer cheer and community spirit!
Address: 216 6th Avenue S, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Website: https://beaverislandbrew.com/

Schulz Bräu Brewing Maifest (Knoxville, Tennessee) – Typically mid-May 
Southern hospitality meets German roots at Schulz Bräu’s Maifest: fresh maibock tappings, local vendors (think plants, crafts, and farms), cocktails, live music, and plenty of prost-ing—Knoxville’s springtime bock bash is pure fun in an authentic brewery setting.
Address: 126 Bernard Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917
Website: https://www.schulzbraubrewing.com/maifest/

Lakefront Brewery Bockfest (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) – Typically spring
Milwaukee’s lager legacy shines at Lakefront Brewery’s Bockfest, pouring hearty maibocks and doppelbocks alongside brewery tours, classic German bites, live tunes, and that unbeatable beer hall atmosphere—perfect for bock enthusiasts in America’s brewing heartland.
Address: 1872 N Commerce Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Website: https://lakefrontbrewery.com/

Summit Brewing Bockfest (St. Paul, Minnesota) – Typically late winter/spring 
Cozy up to bonfires and hot-poked bock beers at Summit Brewing’s winter-to-spring Bockfest in St. Paul—strong seasonal releases, food trucks, live entertainment, and Twin Cities camaraderie make it a frosty-yet-fiery celebration of Minnesota’s bock traditions.
Address: 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul, MN 55102
Website: https://www.summitbrewing.com/

Liars Bench Beer Co. Bockfest (Portsmouth, New Hampshire) – Typically late March/early April 
New England’s craft scene gets bock-y at Liars Bench’s multi-brewery Bockfest, showcasing classic doppelbocks to creative twists, goat-inspired dishes, German lagers galore, and Northeast flair—it’s a flavorful fest for adventurous bock beer hunters!
Address: 459 Islington Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Website: https://www.liarsbenchbeer.com/events-1

Sprankle Woods Maifest (Ohio/Pennsylvania border area) 
Channel old-school German-American vibes at this community Maifest with ceremonial maibock keg tappings, colorful Maypole dances, polka bands pumping the energy, and traditional festivities—it’s a hidden gem for bock beer fans seeking heartfelt spring celebrations near the Ohio border.
Address: 340 Riemer Road, Winfield/Jefferson Township area (near Ohio border)
Website:https://spranklewoods.com/

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Voodoo Ranger Launches G-Force Supercharged Juicy IPA

February 24, 2026 by Dustin Scoggins

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Buckle up, beer fans — Voodoo Ranger just dropped the hammer! America’s #1 IPA is cranking the dial to 11 with G-Force Supercharged Juicy IPA, an 11% ABV triple IPA that’s basically a mango-fueled rocket in a 19.2 oz tallboy can. This bad boy is engineered for maximum juice, zero compromises, and pure grab-and-go adrenaline.

Since kicking off the high-octane era with Juice Force in 2022, followed by Fruit Force in 2023 and Tropic Force in 2024, Voodoo Ranger has owned the bold, flavorful craft singles game. We’re talking roughly one in three craft beers sold in convenience stores rocking the Ranger logo — with Juice Force and Tropic Force crushing it as top-selling IPAs nationwide.

2025 was all about leveling up the experience: new packs, fresh formats, and bringing the magic to more fridges than ever. Now in 2026? They’re going full throttle with their first-ever singles-only launch. No pack required — just snag a single can and launch into orbit.
“How do you top a ten? You crank it to eleven,” says Kiron Chakraborty, Marketing Director of Voodoo Ranger. “Even at 11% ABV, G-Force delivers that signature Voodoo vibe: ultra-juicy, exploding with mango and tropical goodness, and built for serious lift-off.”

This one’s all about that bold mango punch that stands out on the shelf while staying 100% unmistakably Ranger. Perfect for when you need big flavor, fast — whether it’s tailgating, post-hike, or just because you deserve it.

About Voodoo Ranger

Born from New Belgium Brewing in 2017 with just three brews, Voodoo Ranger is now the fastest-growing craft beer brand in the country. The lineup’s exploded to over 20 killer options — from the classic Voodoo Ranger IPA and Imperial IPA to Juicy Haze, the record-smashing Juice Force and Tropic Force, and even Hardcharged Tea. It’s all about bold flavors, big vibes, and keeping the adventure going. Cheers to going supersonic!

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Hi-Wire Brewing and NoDa Brewing Will Release New IPA to Support Hurricane Helene Recovery

February 24, 2026 by Dustin Scoggins

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ASHEVILLE, NC — Talk about full-circle friendship in the best way: Hi-Wire Brewing and NoDa Brewing are dropping Odyssey IPA, a juicy hazy collab that’s as much about epic hops as it is about epic heart. A portion of every pint and can sold goes straight to ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery in Western North Carolina — because when the floods hit hard in 2024, NoDa literally rolled up their sleeves (and trucks) to help keep Asheville’s beer scene alive.

Back when Helene turned Hi-Wire’s River Arts District spot into an unintended swimming pool — wiping out 1.3 million unfilled cans, 200,000 filled ones, and shutting down production while the city’s water was out for weeks — NoDa stepped up big time. They brewed over 1,000 barrels of Hi-Wire’s Hi-Pitch, Lo-Pitch, and Hazy Pitch IPAs to keep the taps flowing and even hauled in supplies for folks in need. Now? Hi-Wire’s paying it forward with this beer that’s all about gratitude and getting homes back in shape.

Odyssey IPA hits at a smooth 6.5% ABV — a hazy beauty loaded with Dolcita, Citra, and Mosaic hops, plus fancy Lupocore and Prysma goodies from John I. Haas for that soft bitterness and bright, tropical punch. Shoutout to Haas, Country Malt Group, and Hart Print for donating ingredients and materials to make it happen without missing a beat.

“NoDa had our backs when things were pretty dark,” says Peter Batinski, Head Brewer at Hi-Wire. “They kept beer on shelves and helped our neighbors get supplies. Brewing this with them and raising funds for folks still rebuilding? That’s the beer community magic right there.”
Grab it starting Friday, March 27 in four-packs of 16-oz cans and on draft at Hi-Wire and NoDa taprooms, plus retailers across Hi-Wire’s eight-state footprint (NC, SC, GA, TN, VA, AL, KY, OH). It’ll stick around while supplies last — drink up and know your round is helping ARCHR (Asheville Regional Coalition for Home Repair) provide free home fixes for low-income families hit hardest by the storm.

Media heads up: Swing by a special Brew Day on Friday, February 27 at 10:30 AM at Hi-Wire Brewing Biltmore Village (2A Huntsman Place, Asheville, NC 28803). Chat with folks from Hi-Wire, NoDa, and ARCHR, snag photos, and soak in the good vibes.

Come for the hazy hops, stay for the hometown hero story. Cheers to recovery, community, and one killer IPA.

About ARCHR

The Asheville Regional Coalition for Home Repair hooks up qualified low-income families with no-cost home repairs after Helene damage. Fast-tracked post-storm, it’s a powerhouse collab of groups like Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (fiduciary lead), Poder Emma, Mountain Housing Opportunities, and more — streamlining help for the uninsured, underinsured, and those without FEMA aid.

About Hi-Wire Brewing

Since 2013 in Asheville, NC, Hi-Wire’s been cranking out approachable, award-winning beers that hit just right — from the Pitch Family IPAs (Hi-Pitch Mosaic, Hazy Pitch) to Leisure Time Lager, Mango Lazerade, and the decadent 10W-40 stout series. Fresh off a silver medal for Hi-Wire Lager in the 2025 World Beer Cup (International-Style Pilsener), they’re distributed in eight states and pour at seven taprooms (six in NC, one in Knoxville, TN), plus Tiki Easy Bar speakeasy and event space. Over 100 team members strong, all about quality brews and killer community.

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Craft Beer Professionals Announced Today a New Nationwide Collaboration to Support Schools

February 24, 2026 by Dustin Scoggins

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Craft Beer Professionals (CBP) just dropped the mic on a genius idea that’s got the whole craft beer world buzzing: turning the infamous “6–7” — you know, that awkward adulting moment when someone asks “six or seven?” and everyone freezes — into a straight-up force for good.

Teaming up with the legends at No Label Brewing out of Katy, Texas, CBP is launching the 6-7 Collaboration: a crisp, hop-forward 6.7% American IPA (West Coast style, baby!) that breweries nationwide can brew, tweak, or collab on. The best part? Every pint poured, every can cracked — a chunk of the proceeds goes straight to a local school, PTA, or education nonprofit of the brewery’s choice.

Because why just drink great beer when you can drink great beer that helps teachers buy supplies, kids get books, and classrooms stay awesome? It’s the ultimate win-win: hit your favorite taproom, grab a cold one, and know you’re making a real difference right in your backyard.

“Our schools are feeling the squeeze more than ever,” says Andrew Coplon, founder of Craft Beer Professionals. “Craft beer folks are pros at coming together for a good cause. This gives every brewery — big or small — an easy, delicious way to rally the community, pack the patio, and turn happy hour into hero hour.”

Brittany Raffin from the Ghent School PTA in Norfolk, Virginia, adds: “PTAs are the unsung heroes keeping things running for students and teachers. Projects like this let communities show up in a fun, creative way when schools need support most.”

No Label Brewing — multiple award-winners with 15+ years of community swagger — is anchoring the whole thing, sharing a killer recipe from their World Beer Cup champs. “When CBP pitched this, it clicked instantly,” says Tom Paynter, Co-Owner and Marketing Director. “Great beer + real local impact? That’s craft beer’s sweet spot. We’re pumped to help breweries everywhere pour something that matters.”

The can art? Handled by Chris Hernandez, a craft beer industry illustrator who’s also co-authored children’s books. Expect something fresh, fun, and perfectly on-theme — education meets epic hops.

Breweries of every size are jumping in: neighborhood spots to regional heavy-hitters. Just sign up, pick your local cause, brew the beer, release it, and report back on donations so CBP can tally the nationwide good vibes.

About Craft Beer Professionals

Craft Beer Professionals is the national crew dedicated to leveling up the craft beer game. Through killer educational content, peer hangouts, and epic events, CBP brings the industry together to grow, connect, and keep the good times (and great beer) flowing.
Grab a 6-7 IPA near you, support your local schools, and cheers to beer doing more than just tasting amazing.

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