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Batson River Brewing Releases Backcountry Kölsch

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WELLS, Maine— Batson River Brewing & Distilling, an independent Maine craft brewery, announced the spring release of their Backcountry Kölsch. The seasonal 5.5% German light ale is fermented cool and then cold-conditioned creating a lager-like crispness.

Operations Manager Jon Quade feels the release timing is perfect: “As things start to warm up here in Maine, the mindset shifts to getting outdoors, walking in the woods and enjoying nature. And to us, that also means bringing a light and refreshing beer along for the ride. I think spring beers are finally getting the recognition they deserve and we’re excited to offer Backcountry Kölsch to consumers looking for that flavor profile.”

Backcountry Kölsch 4-packs and draft are available at Batson River locations and distributed throughout southern Maine by Nappi Distributors in Gotham, ME.

About Batson River Brewing & Distilling

An independent Maine brewery founded in 2018. Our beers capture Maine’s southern coast, where the Batson River winds from the farm to marshlands to the shore. Everything we craft pays tribute to this incredible community and connects us to the great state we call home. We currently operate four brewpub restaurants in Portland, Wells, Kennebunk, and Biddeford.

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Kit NA Brewing, Inc. Unveils Refreshing New Packaging and New Flavor to Kick Off 2024

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PORTLAND, Maine— Kit NA Brewing, a trailblazer in the non-alcoholic craft beer industry, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest offering, Get Set Wheat. Get Set, originally an IPA, has undergone a transformation, now embracing the delicious and refreshing profile of a wheat beer. Get Set Wheat is bright and crushable with notes of orange peel and coriander, followed by a smooth, full-bodied finish

Get Set Wheat is both approachable and crushable, perfectly reflecting the brand’s ethos. This relaunch aims to enhance the diversity of Kit’s portfolio, catering to a wider audience and meeting the growing demand for this craft beer style. Get Set Wheat is now being introduced by distribution partners along the East Coast, as well as available on Kit’s website and Amazon Prime. Get Set Wheat is available in both a 6-pack option, as well an inclusion within Kit’s Starter Variety 12-pack.

Additionally, Kit NA Brewing is launching its refreshing new look and new packaging which spans its entire portfolio of cans, 6-pack cartons, and 12-pack cartons.

The Kit NA Brewing styles of On Your Mark, Get Set, Here We Go and the Variety Pack now have a brighter, simpler look. Embodying vibrancy and approachability, the new packaging mirrors Kit NA Brewing’s ethos of a bright and inviting culture while now prominently featuring the “non-alcoholic” call out on the rim to facilitate easier identification for consumers at any angle. The revamped graphics roll out in early 2024 and promise to set Kit NA Brewing apart on store shelves for consumers seeking premium non-alcoholic beverages.

Kit NA Brewing understands the significance of engaging a diverse audience, acknowledging that the core customer base is radically diverse in age, identity, and interests. Kit’s refreshed packaging includes a colorful mosaic backdrop to the cans and cartons that will help to draw in the core non-alcoholic beer consumer even more. Additionally, consumers can now find important attributes on the cans and cartons such as being vegan-friendly, and gluten-removed, as well as an increased presence of the non-alcoholic call out.

The revamped packaging and Get Set Wheat launch underscores Kit NA Brewing’s ongoing commitment to adapt to the ever-evolving preferences of the growing NA category and enhance the overall brand experience.

About Kit NA Brewing

Kit NA Brewing, founded in 2021 by co-founders Rob Barrett and Will Fisher, makes 6x award-winning, crushable, craft-brewed non-alcoholic beer for everyone and every occasion. Available in 3 different flavors: On Your Mark (Blonde), Get Set (Wheat) and Here We Go (Hazy), Kit NA Brewing’s mission is to offer high-quality craft beer without the buzz, that does not compromise on taste or quality. #HaveAKit

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Allagash Releases New Seasonal Beer: Surf House

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PORTLAND, Maine— Award-winning Allagash Brewing Company is getting in the summer spirit with the release of their new seasonal beer, Surf House, which is rolling out across the brand’s entire 20-state distribution footprint.

Surf House (5.5% ABV), a lager crafted for easy-going relaxation, is brewed to be super-crisp and drinkable, and dry-hopped for subtle tropical notes. It will be available in 6-packs and 12-packs of 12 oz. cans.

Surf House may be new, but it is already earning accolades. The beer was named a finalist in the2024 Good Food Awards, which highlights food (including beer) that is “tasty, authentic, and responsible.” Another key attribute of Surf House is that it reflects Allagash’s ongoing and expanding commitment to brew with Maine-grown grain. The beer features Maine Malt House Pale Malt (from Buck Farms in Mapleton, ME) and Buck Farms-flaked corn that’s grown by Crane Farms in Exeter, ME.

Surf House also marks the debut of Allagash’s first-ever, true rotating seasonal beer line-up: the House series. The new cohesive line-up will also include Haunted House, a hoppy dark ale, and Ski House, a winter white ale, coming later this year.

“Surf House epitomizes summer relaxation and it’s a great way to kick off our seasonal House series,” said Jason Perkins, Brewmaster, Allagash. “It’s a super accessible beer that we’re proud to share with our customers to incorporate into their summer plans, from beach days to barbecues to camping and more.”

About Allagash Brewing Company

Allagash Brewing Company is a Certified B Corp founded in Portland, Maine, by James Beard Award-winner Rob Tod. Since 1995, the brewery has been dedicated to crafting the best Belgian-inspired beers in the world, all while giving back to the community that has supported them along the way. Allagash has been deemed one of the best American Breweries of the decade by Paste Magazine and one of the best breweries in America by Gear Patrol. Their flagship beer, Allagash White, is the most-awarded Belgian-style witbier in the world, earning coveted medals at the Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup and Euro Star Beer Awards. Allagash was named “Brewery of the Year” in its category size by the Brewers Association in 2021 and 2023; included on Inc. Magazine’s “Best in Business” list as well as Fast Company’s list of “Brands that Matter”; received an Ad Age Breakout Brand Leader honor; and named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work for 10 years running. Allagash is available in CA, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, and WI.

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Batson River Brewing Introduces Dark Woods Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout

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WELLS, Maine – Batson River Brewing & Distilling, an independent Maine craft brewery, proudly unveils its latest creation, Dark Woods Barrel-Aged Imperial Stout. Aged for over six months in the brewery’s proprietary Bourbon & Rum spirit barrels, and expertly blended for a velvety mouthfeel even though it clocks in at a robust 9.3% ABV. Dark Woods delivers a rich, mocha flavor profile supported by creamy vanilla & luscious chocolate notes- promising a sensory delight for barrel-aged stout enthusiasts.

According to Head Brewer Dan Stampone, “It’s the first canned beer from our barrel program, so it was important to us to get the blend just right. The synergy between our beer and spirits programs afford us the latitude to do something truly special. The future looks very exciting.”

Now available on draft at all four Batson River brewpub locations, customer can also purchase limited 4-packs from the Wells and Biddeford locations.

About Batson River Brewing & Distilling

An independent Maine brewery founded in 2018. Our beers capture Maine’s southern coast, where the Batson River winds from the farm to marshlands to the shore. Everything we craft pays tribute to this incredible community and connects us to the great state we call home. We currently operate four brewpub restaurants in Portland, Wells, Kennebunk, and Biddeford.

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