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Saucy Brew Works on StartEngine

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CLEVELAND, Ohio— Saucy Brew Works (Saucy) announced an exciting opportunity for individuals who share their passion for craft beer and community. Saucy is opening doors to investment opportunities through the StartEngine platform, inviting you to be a part of their journey and become a cherished member of the extended Saucy family.

StartEngine is a leading equity crowdfunding platform that connects innovative companies with passionate investors. With a mission to democratize finance, StartEngine enables businesses to raise capital from a diverse community of supporters who believe in their vision. Joining the Saucy Brew Works family isn’t just about being an investor; it’s about becoming an integral part of their journey, sharing in their successes, and celebrating the passion they have for crafting exceptional brews and fostering community connections.

As Saucy embarks on this exciting new chapter, we are excited to share the perks and benefits awaiting those who choose to invest: When you invest with Saucy, you’re not just a shareholder; you become an integral part of the family. Join us for Investor Day 2024, an exclusive event tailored just for our valued investors. Savor the rich flavors of Saucy Coffee with a complimentary Saucy Coffee Club subscription and proudly display your Saucy pride with exclusive brand merchandise. Receive Saucy Brew Works gift cards to indulge in delicious brews and food, and for those with a passion for brewing, collaborate with Saucy team members to create your own limited-edition brew.

As a repeat investor, enjoy a 25% bonus as a token of appreciation. Act swiftly during the first 7 days of the investment opportunity being open to unlock an early bird bonus. Invest in Saucy Brew Works through StartEngine and be a part of our journey towards crafting something remarkable. Raise your glasses to the future, one filled with innovation, unforgettable experiences, and, of course, delicious beer.

To learn more and seize this exciting investment opportunity, visit our StartEngine campaign page startengine.com/offering/saucy.

About Saucy Brew Works

Founded in 2017, Saucy Brew Works is a Cleveland-based craft brewery serving up a wide range of high-quality craft beer. With five locations in Ohio, Saucy Brew Works is firmly founded on a commitment to their first-rate people that, as a team, create consistently superior, quality products. Advocating for change, giving until it hurts, and pushing creative and scientific boundaries all while fostering a positive environment for growth are key pillars in Saucy’s success. In 2020, Saucy expanded its product offering with the introduction of Saucy Coffee — The sub-brand of Saucy Brew Works can be found in any of their four Brewpub/Coffeehouse locations as well as online and on Amazon. In 2019, Saucy was awarded Best Brewery in Cleveland, followed in 2020 with the Outstanding Small Business Award for their community-driven efforts during the pandemic. In December of 2022, Saucy Brew Works announced the acquisition of Cartridge Brewing, Maineville, Ohio’s premier craft brewery with historic roots, nestled along the banks of the Little Miami River.

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Saucy Brew Works Expands into Kentucky Distribution

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CLEVELAND, Ohio – Saucy Brew Works announced the state-wide distribution expansion into the Kentucky market, in partnership with Heidelberg Distributing (Heidelberg), a family-owned and operated business for over 84 years. Heidelberg services more than 26,000 retail and industry establishments across all counties in Ohio and Kentucky. This strategic distribution expansion marks a significant milestone in Saucy Brew Works’ mission to share its passion for craft beer with enthusiasts throughout the Midwest and beyond.

From 2019-2022, Heidelberg’s distribution rights covered the majority of Ohio, excluding 9 counties in Saucy’s home market of Cleveland, Ohio. During this time, Saucy’s portfolio of products saw a total draft volume growth of +115%, and a total package volume growth of +84%. With total points of distribution (PODs) up +57%, Heidelberg’s impact has been seen across all channels. In 2023, Saucy announced the full transfer of home-market distribution rights to Heidelberg, setting the stage of the strongest year to date.

Heidelberg Distributing, with a legacy spanning over 80 years, is a trusted name in the beverage industry. Their commitment to quality and exceptional service aligns perfectly with Saucy Brew Works’ dedication to producing outstanding craft beers. With Heidelberg’s footprint extending across state lines, the potential for expansion into Kentucky was always top of mind for Saucy in 2023.

Kentucky beer lovers can now enjoy Saucy Brew Works’ diverse range of styles, from hazy IPAs to rich stouts, all crafted with the finest ingredients and a passion for brewing excellence. Saucy’s flagship beers such as Juicy Asap – American IPA, and Love You, Bye – Hazy Imperial IPA, will be available in bars, restaurants, and retail locations across the state.

Brent Zimmerman, Co-Founder and CEO of Saucy Brew Works said, “We’re thrilled to partner with Heidelberg Distributing to bring Saucy Brew Works to the beautiful state of Kentucky. Our team has poured their heart and soul into creating these exceptional brews, and we can’t wait for beer enthusiasts in Kentucky to savor the Saucy experience.”

Chris Emmons, Vice President of Sales of Heidelberg Distributing said, “We are excited to extend Saucy’s presence beyond state borders into Kentucky. The passion and dedication exhibited by the Saucy team align seamlessly with Heidelberg’s 85-year legacy in distribution, which began with a single man and a truck in 1938. We are honored that Saucy Brew Works has placed their trust in us to further expand the reach of their delicious brews.”

About Saucy Brew Works

Founded in 2017, Saucy Brew Works is a Cleveland-based craft brewery sercing up a wide range of high-quality craft beer. With five locations in Ohio, Saucy Brew Works is firmly founded on a commitment to their first-rate people that, as a team, create consistently superior, quality products. Advocating for change, giving until it hurts, and pushing creative and scientific boundaries all while fostering a positive environment for growth are key pillars in Saucy’s success. In 2020, Saucy expanded its product offering with the introduction of Saucy Coffee – the sub-brand of Saucy Brew Works can be found in any of their four Brewpub/Coffeehouse locations as well as online and on Amazon. In 2019, Saucy was awarded Best Brewery in Cleveland, followed in 2020 with the Outstanding Small Business Award for their community-driven efforts during the pandemic. In December of 2022, Saucy Brew Works announced the acquistion of Cartridge Brewing, Maineville, Ohio’s premier craft brewery with historic roots, nestled along the banks of the Little Miami River.

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Great Lakes Brewing Announces Return of Christmas Ale, Launch of Cookie Exchange Milk Stout

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CLEVELAND, Ohio— Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) announces the return of beloved seasonal Christmas Ale, along with a barrel aged version, and new holiday seasonal Cookie Exchange Milk Stout.

Originally brewed in 1992 with a classic recipe featuring fresh ginger, cinnamon, and honey, Christmas Ale has grown into a top performing beer for GLBC, despite being available in its 14 states for only ten weeks. Christmas Ale returns in package and draft beginning October 16 in Ohio, and October 23 in all other markets, following the brewery’s annual First Pour party and ceremonial tapping on Thursday, October 12.

BARREL AGED CHRISTMAS ALE RETURNS

In addition to the original Christmas Ale, Barrel Aged Christmas Ale returns in 2023 in 16 oz. Can 4-Packs for a limited time throughout GLBC’s footprint. In 2022, Barrel Aged Christmas Ale sold out in most markets within four weeks. Aged in bourbon barrels, Barrel Aged Christmas Ale follows Christmas Ale’s release in mid-October for a limited time.

COOKIE EXCHANGE MILK STOUT & HOLIDAY PACK DEBUT

GLBC debuts new seasonal Cookie Exchange Milk Stout in all markets in mid-October. Brewed with a rotating cookie flavor, the inaugural edition of Cookie Exchange Milk Stout takes inspiration from Caramel Vanilla Shortbread, or, Speculoos. The holiday-themed seasonal launches in 6-Pack 12 oz. Cans and Draft. It also appears in a brand new Holiday Pack, which includes six cans of Cookie Exchange Milk Stout and six cans of Christmas Ale.

BREWPUB HOSTS ANNUAL FIRST POUR EVENT

The GLBC brewpub hosts its celebrated First Pour party on Thursday, October 12. The ceremonial tapping event includes the first taste of Christmas Ale, limited edition holiday merch, holiday music and food specials, a toy drive, and more. The brewery also hosts its annual First Pour VIP contest, where one lucky fan will win a private brewery tour, swag, and exclusive access at the event, followed by a season-long Merry Christmas Ale sweepstakes awarding swag to lucky winners.

Christmas Ale First Pour Celebration

Time: Doors at 11AM; Tapping at 11:30AM
Location: GLBC Brewpub, 2516 Market Avenue Cleveland, OH 44113
Highlights: Ceremonial tapping, holiday music, holiday-themed menu items, merch, and more.

About Great Lakes Brewing Co.

Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) is Ohio’s original craft brewery, founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway in Cleveland, Ohio. Now celebrating its 35th anniversary, GLBC is independent and employee-owned, and serves 14 states and Washington, D.C. with its award-winning portfolio of fresh, flavorful, and innovative crafted beverages including Vibacious Double IPA, Hazecraft Hazy IPA, Dortmunder Gold Lager, and a robust selection of seasonal and limited release offerings.

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Great Lakes Brewing Announces 2023 Lineup for 35th Anniversary

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CLEVELAND, Ohio – Great Lakes Brewing Company (GLBC) enters its 35th year of independent craft brewing with an exciting mix of innovative new beverages and celebratory releases that nod to the brewery’s storied legacy and continued commitment to the craft.

INTRODUCING VIBACIOUS DOUBLE IPA GLBC’s first year-round Double IPA releases to all markets in March in 12 oz. Can 6-Packs, 19.2 oz. Cans, and Draft. Vibacious is a remarkably smooth 9.0% Double IPA brewed with a blend of Apollo, Cashmere, and Citra hops for bright and bold aroma and flavor. Its low bitternessand big, expressive flavor make it a unique hop-forward offering in GLBC’s year-round portfolio. Vibacious made its draft debut at the Great Lakes Experience at Cleveland’s Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in fall, 2022, and is the brewery’s first 19.2 oz. Can release.

HOP MADNESS IPA VARIETY PACK

Also releasing in March is the brand new Hop Madness IPA Variety Pack, a 12-Can Variety Pack comprising a mix of favorite, new, and rotating IPAs. Each pack includes the new Vibacious Double IPA, TropiCoastal Tropical IPA, Hazecraft IPA, and a Small Batch Rotator IPA exclusive to the Hop Madness Variety Pack. FOUR NEW SEASONAL BRANDS IN CANS GLBC continues to innovate and experiment with its seasonal portfolio beginning in March with the release of Kickaround POG Tart, a lightly tart ale brewed with passion fruit, orange, and guava. Watermelon Crushworthy Lo-Cal Melon Wheat, a favorite from 2022’s Crushworthy Collection Variety Pack, comes to 6-Pack Cans and Draft for a limited time in May. In September, former year-round Crushworthy Lo-Cal Citrus Wheat passes the baton to the new Cranberry Orange Wheat, a harvest-inspired Wheat Ale that can be found on shelves through April, 2024, when Crushworthy makes its spring return. In October, GLBC introduces a Cookies & Milk Stout featuring an annually rotating cookie flavor, just in time for the holiday season. In addition to GLBC’s seasonal lineup, anew Imperial IPA will join the Imperial IPA Series in November, 2023.

SUNSAIL HARD TEA DEBUTS GLBC sails beyond beer with the launch of SunSail Hard Tea, a craft hard tea releasing in April, 2023. The original SunSail, crafted with a hint of lemon, debuts in 12 oz. Can 6-Packs and 19.2 oz. Cans alongside a Peach variety, available in 12 oz. Can 6-Packs. Both SunSail varieties will be available year round.

35TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL RELEASES

In celebration of its milestone 35th year, GLBC is giving special treatment to its two original brands. Dortmunder Gold Lager bottles will release in retro packaging for a limited time beginning in August, and an Imperial Amber inspired by Eliot Ness Amber Lager will hit Bottle 4-Packs and Draft for a limited time in September.

GREAT LAKES BREWING CO. 2023 RELEASE CALENDAR

YEAR ROUNDS:

  • Vibacious Double IPA(NEW! 6-Pack Can, 19.2 oz. Can, Draft)
  • TropiCoastal Tropical IPA (6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
  • Hazecraft IPA (6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, 16 oz. Can, Draft)
  • Crushworthy Lo-Cal Citrus Wheat (6-Pack Can, 15-Pack Can, 16 oz. Can, Draft; available through Aug.)
  • Cranberry Orange Wheat(NEW! Releasing Sept.; 6-Pack Can, 15-Pack Can, Draft)
  • Great Lakes IPA (6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
  • Dortmunder Gold Lager (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Bottle, 16 oz. Can, 6-Pack Can, 15-Pack Can, Draft)
  • Eliot Ness Amber Lager (6-Pack Bottle, Draft)
  • Commodore Perry IPA (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
  • Edmund Fitzgerald Porter (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Bottle, Draft)
  • SunSail Hard Tea(NEW! 6-Pack Can, 19.2 oz. Can)
  • SunSail Peach Hard Tea(NEW! 6-Pack Can)

SEASONALS:

JAN: Conway’s Irish Ale (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
FEB: Chillwave Imperial IPA (Imperial IPA Series 16 oz. Can 4-Pack, Draft)
MAR: Kickaround POG Tart (NEW! 6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
APR: Lake Erie Monster Imperial IPA (Imperial IPA Series 16 oz. Can 4-Pack, Draft)
MAY: Watermelon Crushworthy Lo-Cal Melon Wheat (NEW!6-Pack Can, Draft)
MAY: Mexican Lager with Lime (6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
JUN: Ruby’s Revenge Imperial Grapefruit IPA (Imperial IPA Series 16 oz. Can 4-Pack, Draft)
AUG: Oktoberfest (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
AUG: Nosferatu Imperial Red IPA (Imperial IPA Series 16 oz. Can 4-Pack, Draft)
SEP: 35th Anniversary Imperial Amber (LIMITED!4-Pack Bottle, Draft)
OCT: Cookies & Milk Stout (NEW!6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
OCT: Christmas Ale (6-Pack Bottle, 12-Pack Bottle, 19.2 oz. Can, 6-Pack Can, 12-Pack Can, Draft)
NOV: Imperial IPA (NEW! Details coming soon. Imperial IPA Series 16 oz. Can 4-Pack, Draft)

VARIETY PACKS:

  • Hop Madness IPA 12-Can Variety Pack (NEW! Featuring Vibacious Double IPA, TropiCoastal Tropical IPA, Hazecraft IPA, Small Batch Rotator IPA).
  • GLBC 12-Pack Bottle Variety Pack (Dortmunder Gold Lager, Eliot Ness Amber Lager, Commodore Perry IPA, Edmund Fitzgerald Porter)
  • Gimme Five! 15-Pack Can Variety Pack – (NEW: more seasonal variety!)(Featuring Dortmunder Gold Lager, TropiCoastal Tropical IPA,
  • Hazecraft IPA, and introducing a rotating selection: Jan – Apr: Burning River Pale Ale & Crushworthy Lo-Cal Citrus Wheat; May – Aug:
  • Watermelon Crushworthy & Mexican Lager with Lime; Sept – Dec: Cranberry Orange Wheat & Edmund Fitzgerald Porter)

About Great Lakes Brewing Co.

Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) is Ohio’s original craft brewery, founded in 1988 by brothers Patrick and Daniel Conway in Cleveland, Ohio. Now celebrating its 35th anniversary, GLBC is independent and employee-owned, and serves 14 states and Washington, D.C. with its award-winning portfolio of fresh, flavorful, and innovative crafted beverages including Dortmunder Gold® Lager, Vibacious® Double IPA, TropiCoastal® TropicalIPA, and a robust selection of seasonal and limited release offerings

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