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Maui Brewing Wins America’s Favorite Solar Craft Brewery Title

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Maui Brewing Wins America’s Favorite Solar Craft Brewery TitleKihei, HI – Maui Brewing Company is very proud to announce its recent award as “America’s Favorite Solar Craft Brewery” following six weeks of public voting which took place from May 6th through June 15th. In celebration of the title, MBC will be co-hosting a “Mahalo” party with Solar United Neighbors, the organization which promotes the “Brews From the Sun” competition, on Monday, August 12th in the MBC Kihei Tasting Room from 3:30pm – 5:30pm.

Sponsored by BrewSavor™ by NewAge® Industries, a solar-powered manufacturer of fluid transfer systems used in the brewing process, Brews from the Sun brought together solar and craft beer enthusiasts from around the country. This year, 12,334 votes were cast during the six-week competition by craft beer enthusiasts and solar energy supporters from around the country.

Forty-four breweries participated in three categories. MBC was listed among 15 Regional Breweries (as defined by the Brewers Association).
“We’re honored to be selected as America’s Favorite Solar Craft Brewery for 2019,” said Garrett Marrero, Maui Brewing Company’s Founder and CEO. “Since our beginning in 2005, Maui Brewing has always been committed to sustainability. Brewing our beer and now distilling spirits with grid-independence makes sense for our business and the environment. We’re leading the charge to demonstrate it is possible to manufacture high-quality beverages and be mindful of the community and the environment.”

Solar accounts for more than 80% of Maui Brewing’s electricity needs. By the end of the year they plan to be 100% powered by solar. Maui Brewing employs solar photovoltaic and solar thermal systems to provide electricity and hot water to brew the company’s beer. Maui Brewing’s 1.2 MW system was installed in 2017. MBC recently added battery storage to help achieve their goal of becoming grid-independent by the end of 2019.

Solar United Neighbors is a national non-profit organization that empowers people to go solar, join together, and fight for their energy rights. It helps thousands of people go solar every year through bulk purchases known as “solar co-ops” as well as through a paid membership program. Members receive on-going support for their solar system, discounts to businesses that have solar, and join a community of solar supporters to ensure their investment in solar is protected.

“We are inspired by the many breweries around the country who are looking to the sun to power their beer,” said Anya Schoolman, Solar United Neighbors Executive Director. “They’re setting a great example not just for other breweries, but for everyone who can save money and take control of where their energy comes from by going solar.”

For a complete list of the 2019 America’s Favorite Solar-Powered Craft Breweries, visit https://www.brewsfromthesun.org/#vote

For more information on Maui Brewing Company, visit MauiBrewing.com or follow @MauiBrewingCo on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

 About Maui Brewing Company and Garrett Marrero
Founded in 2005 by Garrett Marrero, Maui Brewing Company is Hawaii’s largest craft brewery, operating entirely on Maui with a commitment to quality, sustainability, and community. Based in Kihei, the brewery’s state-of-the-art production facility and tasting room serve as its hub, complemented by restaurants in Lahaina, Kailua, and Waikiki. Known for beers like Bikini Blonde Lager and Big Swell IPA, Maui Brewing distributes to 23 states and 10 countries, emphasizing local ingredients and island-inspired flavors. A leader in eco-friendly brewing, the company powers over 80% of its operations with a 1.2 MW solar system, aiming for full grid independence, and has been recognized as America’s Favorite Solar Craft Brewery in 2019 by Brews From the Sun.

Garrett Marrero, the visionary behind Maui Brewing, launched the brewery with a mission to craft authentic Hawaiian beers while prioritizing environmental stewardship. A California native with a background in business, Marrero moved to Maui and saw an opportunity to fill the island’s craft beer gap. Under his leadership, Maui Brewing grew from a small brewpub to a regional powerhouse, earning accolades like multiple Great American Beer Festival medals and World Beer Cup awards and being named the Grand National Champions at the U.S. Open Beer Championship. Marrero’s focus on sustainability—evident in solar-powered brewing and community initiatives—has made Maui Brewing a model for responsible craft brewing, while his entrepreneurial spirit continues to drive innovation and expansion.

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SweetWater Brewing Launches Daytrip IPA: A New Tropical Escape in Every Sip

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ATLANTA, GA – SweetWater Brewing Company (“SweetWater Brewing” or “SweetWater”), the largest craft brewer in the Southeast and a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), proudly unveils its newest craft brew: Daytrip India Pale Ale, a vibrant addition to its year-round flagship line. This easy-drinking brew delivers a refreshing wave of tropical fruit notes, low bitterness, and a captivating citrus aroma – the perfect escape to a sun-kissed paradise.

Daytrip IPA (6.6% ABV) is an American-style IPA bursting with bright, juicy, undeniably tropical flavors and a smooth, refreshing finish. The exceptional taste is achieved by a masterful blend of Columbus, Citra, Waimea, Mosaic, and Simcoe hops, creating a symphony of tropical and citrus fruit flavors, all expertly balanced by 2-Ros, Munich, Carafoam, and Crystal malts. The result is a truly unforgettable exotic and escapist experience.

Prinz Pinakatt, Chief Growth Officer at Tilray Beverages, said, “With growing consumer demand for more approachable IPA options, we are excited to present Daytrip IPA. It captures the bold, dynamic hop characteristics SweetWater fans adore, while presenting a delightfully lower bitterness.” He adds, “Rigorous research and extensive testing have gone into perfecting this recipe, and choosing premium ingredients. We’re confident that Daytrip IPA will resonate with consumers and solidify our leadership in the IPA category – a cornerstone of our brewery – and will deliver on the promise of feeling like you’ve found an island-inspired escape.”

Daytrip IPA’s packaging was designed to reflect the beer’s vivid, island-like essence, promising a sensory adventure from the moment it is seen. To amplify the launch, SweetWater is rolling out an integrated marketing campaign that includes trade programming, paid media and engaging social media giveaways and activations. The beer will be prominently featured at the SweetWater 420 Fest, the brewery’s annual music festival, scheduled for April 18-20, 2025, at Atlanta’s Pullman Yards.

Daytrip IPA is now available in the following formats:

12-pack of 12-ounce cans
6-pack of 12-ounce cans
Individual 19.2-ounce cans
Draft
Locate a nearby store or on-premise location using SweetWater’s Beer Finder.

About SweetWater Brewing

SweetWater Brewing Company, the largest craft brewer in the Southeast, is an award-winning brewery known for its stash of heady brews including the original 420 Extra Pale Ale and loads of IPAs. SweetWater’s craft beers are available coast to coast. Inspired by the outdoors, SweetWater is a passionate advocate for healthy waterways and conservation initiatives. SweetWater focuses it community support for organizations fighting for clean water and habitat conservation. For further information about SweetWater Brewing Company, please follow @SweetWaterBrew.

SweetWater Brewery is a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company inspiring and empowering the worldwide community to live their very best life.

For further information about SweetWater Brewing Company, follow @SweetWaterBrew on socials.

About Tilray Brands

Tilray Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), is a leading global cannabis lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company with operations in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America that is changing people’s lives for the better – one person at a time – by inspiring and empowering a worldwide community to live their very best life, enhanced by moments of connection and wellbeing. Tilray’s mission is to be the most responsible, trusted, and market-leading cannabis and consumer products company in the world with a portfolio of innovative, high-quality, and beloved brands that address the needs of the consumers, customers, and patients we serve. A pioneer in cannabis research, cultivation, and distribution, Tilray’s unprecedented production platform supports over 20 brands in over 20 countries, including comprehensive cannabis offerings, hemp-based foods, and craft beverages.

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Stone Brewing Launches Brewery Exclusives with the Release of Stone Lifeblurred Imperial Brown Ale

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ESCONDIDO, CA – Stone Brewing announces the launch of Brewery Exclusives – long-retired classics, cult favorites and amazing innovations available only at Stone locations. The lineup of monthly-release beers kicks off with the award-winning Stone Lifeblurred Imperial Brown Ale.

Stone’s brewers have curated a list of 12 beers spanning decades of innovation and fandom. Not available at retail stores, these beers are for only the most die-hard fans to purchase fresh from Stone locations.

Stone Lifeblurred Imperial Brown Ale earned a coveted gold medal at the 2024 US Beer Open and bronze medal at the Great American Beer Festival. It is the stronger version of Stone Brewing Liberty Station favorite Lifeblood. Lifeblood won a bronze medal at the 2023 World Beer Cup and back-to-back gold medals at the 2022 and 2023 San Diego International Beer Competition. The anticipated release of Lifeblurred lands just as Kris Ketcham, head brewer at Stone Brewing Liberty Station, celebrates his 20th anniversary with Stone.

“Our fans continue to crave those beers that put us – and San Diego beer – on the map and our Brewery Exclusives offer another way to deliver on that,” said Kris Ketcham, Sr. Manager of Brewing & Innovation – Liberty Station. “I’m excited to kick it off with Lifeblurred. Brown ales have always been among my favorite styles and my passion for enjoying big, rich, and flavorful beers is precisely why I joined Stone Brewing 20 years ago.”

Limited quantities will be produced and when they’re gone, they’re gone. Be the first to know about each new release by following on Instagram @StoneBrewing or sign up for emails at StoneBrewing.com.

QUICK FACTS
Name: Stone Lifeblurred Imperial Brown Ale
Web: StoneBrewing.com/Lifeblurred
Stats: 11% ABV; 35 IBUs
Availability: Stone locations only, limited time
Packaging: 16oz four-pack cans

TASTING NOTES
Appearance: Dark brown, then coffee head, light lacing.
Aroma: Chocolate, coffee, toast, brown sugar, and caramel.
Taste: Chocolate, coffee, caramel, toast, brown sugar, molasses, and toffee.
Palate: Medium body, medium sweetness, rich and some bitterness.

ABOUT STONE BREWING
Founded in 1996, Stone Brewing pioneered the West Coast Style IPA, helping to fuel the modern craft beer revolution and inspire generations of hop fanatics. Today Stone operates breweries in Escondido, CA and Richmond, VA plus six tap room and bistro locations. Stone offers a wide range of craft beers including its most popular Stone IPA, Stone Delicious IPA and Stone Buenaveza Salt & Lime Lager. The company’s long list of environmental efforts includes a LEED Silver Certification, world-class water reclamation and creative uses of spent grain. Stone has been called the “All-time Top Brewery on Planet Earth” by BeerAdvocate magazine twice. To find Stone beers, visit find.stonebrewing.com.

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Birds Barbershop Gets Crafty, Taps St. Elmo Brewing Co. as New Beer Partner

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AUSTIN, TX – Today, Birds Barbershop proudly begins serving St. Elmo Brewing Co.’s signature brew Carl at the barbershop’s nine Austin locations. The partnership kicks off with a fun “Free Cuts for Carl” promotion, offering anyone named Carl – with proper I.D. and 21+ years of age – a complimentary haircut, along with St. Elmo’s flagship beer of the same name, the entire month of January.

“We’ve always dreamed of a partner like St. Elmo that taps into that same homegrown, Austin vibe,” said Birds Barbershop co-founder Michael Portman. “Our companies were founded down the street from each other in South Austin, and we both value our local communities above all else.”

Founded in 2016 at 440 E. St. Elmo Rd., St. Elmo Brewing was established by a group of passionate beer lovers with a vision to create high-quality craft beers in Austin. The company recently added a second brewery and taproom location at 8110 Springdale Road. The brewery hosts events, live music, and food trucks, making it a hotspot for locals, just like Birds Barbershop.

“When I moved to Austin, I got my first haircut at Birds Barbershop and received a free beer with my haircut,” said Bryan Winslow, co-founder of St. Elmo Brewing Company. “It is beyond cool to now be the brew of choice at all Birds’ locations, and we already have plans for more fun collaborations to come.”

In addition to St. Elmo Carl, Birds Barbershop will feature St. Elmo Hazy IPA and, for those embracing Dry January, St. Elmo Hop Water. Each following month, the lineup will spotlight St. Elmo Carl alongside rotating seasonal favorites, including award-winning brews like St. Elmo Amber Lager and St. Elmo West IPA. These beverages will be available year-round at all Birds Barbershop locations for clients aged 21 and up. For more information or to book a haircut, color or style service, visit birdsbarbershop.com.

About Birds Barbershop

In 2006, childhood friends Michael Portman and Jayson Rapaport found themselves living in Austin, TX, with nowhere to get an affordable, high-quality haircut. Together, they created a salon for men and women, took out all the fuss, and added free beer to the experience. An addiction to old school arcade games developed. Birds Barbershop has been named six consecutive times to ELLE Magazine’s list of the 100 best salons in America and by the Austin Chronicle as Best Haircut every year since opening. Today, Birds Barbershop serves upwards of 20,000 people monthly and employs more than 150 people in nine locations across Austin.

About St. Elmo Brewing

Since opening in 2016, St. Elmo Brewing has become a staple in Austin’s vibrant craft beer scene. Known for crafting approachable beers that cater to all types of drinkers, St. Elmo offers a wide range of styles from hazy IPAs to traditional German lagers. These beers can be enjoyed onsite at the brewery’s two Austin locations or found on menus and retail shelves throughout the city. Recognized as one of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Breweries in Austin, and with multiple gold medals from the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) and U.S. Beer Open, they recently expanded to a larger second location in East Austin. True to its roots, St. Elmo continues to be a hub for the community by regularly hosting programming and events like the popular Grassy Thursdays and weekly trivia nights. The brewery also fosters creative collaboration through partnerships with local artists and designers with their influence seen not only in the design of the brewery’s space but also in the artwork featured on the cans, including those for the flagship Carl Kölsch, St. Elmo Amber, St. Elmo Hazy, St. Elmo West, and Hop Water. For more info on hours & locations, events, and more, follow @stelmobrewing.

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In honor of Elvis Presley’s Birthday – BeerInfo’s Beer of the Day – Brewdog Elvis Juice

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In honor of Elvis Presley's Birthday - BeerInfo's Beer of the Day - Brewdog Elvis Juice

In honor of Elvis’s Birthday, BeerInfo’s Beer of the Day is Brewdog Elvis Juice brewed by brewdog. Elvis Juice is an IPA like no other. This IPA puts grapefruit center stage. Primed with tart pithy grapefruit peel for a citrus assault on the senses. This zest zenith delivers intense US hop aromas. Gigantic grapefruit notes are tail-gated by orange and pine. All piled high on a caramel malt base. ABV: 6.5% IBU: 60

Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. Presley is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music. He was commercially successful in many genres, including pop, country, blues, and gospel. He won three competitive Grammys, received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, and has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame.

Lawsuit:
The Ellon-based brewer initially lost the right to call its grapefruit and blood orange IPA ‘Elvis Juice’ after the UK Intellectual Property Office found in favour of the Elvis Presley estate last June.

Before the first ruling, BrewDog founders James Watt and Martin Dickie both changed their names to ‘Elvis’ by deed poll after the estate took legal action against them.

The Presley estate objected after BrewDog applied to register ‘Elvis Juice’ and ‘BrewDog Elvis Juice’ as trademarks. It felt that the application was in conflict with its registered trademark and believed that people buying BrewDog’s beer could mistakenly believe that the estate had endorsed the product.

In the appeal hearing, BrewDog has been given permission to trademark ‘Brewdog Elvis Juice’ (but not ‘Elvis Juice’) and a ruling has been overturned which ordered the brewer to pay the estate £1,500 in costs.(The Drinks Buisness)

More about Brewdog USA
BrewDog USA, the American arm of the iconic Scottish craft beer pioneer, continues to lead the charge in innovative brewing from its headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Home to a massive 100,000-square-foot brewery and the world’s first craft beer hotel, The DogHouse, BrewDog USA offers an immersive experience complete with beer taps in guest rooms, brewery tours, and epic taprooms pouring flagship favorites like Punk IPA alongside bold new releases. In 2025, the brand achieved a remarkable 26% volume growth by focusing on core headliners and strategic markets, solidifying its position as a powerhouse in the U.S. craft scene.

Fresh off launching the piney and tropical BrewDog IPA—a 6.3% ABV tribute to Chinook and Citra hops—and earning “Best Brewery Experience” in Columbus’s 2025 awards, BrewDog USA invites beer enthusiasts to discover its vibrant bars in Ohio, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Denver. With a commitment to quality, sustainability, and punk spirit, BrewDog USA is crafting unforgettable moments for hop lovers nationwide, proving that great beer truly is great for the planet.

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