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Ohio Craft Beer

Sip Sip Hooray! MadTree Celebrates its 10th Anniversary

January 26, 2023 by Spencer Mapes

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Cheers to ten years. MadTree, Ohio’s first craft brewery to can their beer is officially a decade old and has become so much more than craft beer. Over its history, MadTree has moved into a new facility in Oakley, branched out and launched a vodka soda line, Sway by MadTree, and opened Alcove kitchen + bar in historic Over-The-Rhine. They have also joined 1% for the Planet, giving back 1% of all sales to local environmentally sustainable nonprofits, achieved LEED Gold certification at their Alcove location, and applied for B-corp certification.

“Fifty percent of small businesses fail within five years,” says Co-owner Kenny McNutt, “To be at a point where we’re double that mark along with all the new innovation and different areas of business we’ve tapped into is a testament to our community’s support and our employees’ commitment to the brand.”

It started as friends brewing together in a garage who took the leap to start a business doing something they actually enjoy. Now, it’s a company that is driven to produce the best products around while giving back to the community and connecting people to nature and each other.

“We’re so proud of how far we’ve come as both a company and as people,” says Co-owner Brady Duncan. “It’s been a whirlwind of ups and downs, but we’ve never been more focused and aligned than where we are now. The next ten years and beyond are going to be really exciting as we continue to build a brand that we want our kids and future generations to be proud of.”

MadTree is also bringing back their anniversary party, Bonanza, for the first time since 2020 on February 25th, 2023. Featuring a brunch bingo, cake baking contest with Cincinnati Magazine, rare beers from guest breweries, a DANCEFIX performance, live music, karaoke, food trucks, and more, this is going to be their best birthday bash yet.

“This is one of our favorite traditions here at MadTree,” says McNutt, “And it’s so nice to say that it’s finally back. Bonanza epitomizes everything we love to celebrate including our community, friends, local partners & businesses as well as other breweries.”

Like every purchase you make, 1% of all sales during Bonanza will be donated back to local nonprofits like Cincinnati Parks Foundation, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Adventure Crew, and Groundwork ORV.

For More Information:
https://www.madtreebrewing.com/bonanza/

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Sonder Brewing to Open Second Taproom Location

January 19, 2023 by Spencer Mapes

MASON, Ohio – Mason, Ohio-based Sonder Brewing will soon open a second taproom location off I-75 at Union Center Boulevard. The new craft beer and kitchen destination will be located adjacent to Holtman’s Donuts and across from Topgolf Cincinnati at 9558 Civic Center Boulevard, West Chester, Ohio.

“We have searched for the right location for about two years,” states Justin Neff, President and CEO, “and we love the space and overall opportunity that this location offers us.” When Sonder was driving home deliveries during the Covid shutdown, they found that residents in the West Chester area were big fans of Sonder beer. Now, these consumers will be able to enjoy a Sonder experience in their backyard. Additionally, The West Chester property can be seen from both north and south bound I-75, which helps reinforce the Sonder brand visibility and awareness as they expand distribution further into Ohio and Kentucky.

The brewery will be calling their West Chester location Sonder Taphaus and Kitchen, and will offer more of an adult bar and event space than their current Mason Taproom and Beer Garden while still being family-friendly. There will be room for private parties and corporate reservations. The Taphaus will feature Sonder draft options and package-to-go beer plus a well-curated selection of wine, bourbon, and food.

“Our whole team loves the idea of building a food menu that fits the Uniquely Crafted excellence we boast in our beers,” says Director of Strategic Planning & Partnerships Haley Shutter, then jokes, “Cheese curds? You Betcha!” as a nod to their top selling Hazy IPA and her Wisconsin heritage. The Sonder kitchen at West Chester will have a simple, flavorful menu of shareables and seasonal items along with vegan and gluten free options–and, yes, a kids menu. Patrons will be able to easily order food from the bar or from a walk up counter where they will also pick up their orders.

Coming soon! Sonder plans to add to their story by opening the Taphaus location some time in 2023. Renovations of the space will commence as soon as permits are approved. The interior will have a similar feel to the current Mason location–comfortable, yet casual and welcoming with excellent Sonder beers and food.

The Sonder Brewing production facility and Mason Taproom and Beer Garden are located at 8584 Duke Boulevard in Mason, Ohio. The Mason location is just 1 mile off I-71. Sonder offers a portfolio of beers ranging from its top selling You Betcha! Hazy IPA and Voss Kolsch to award-winning seasonals and barrel aged beers.

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Great Lakes Brewing Announces 2023 Lineup for 35th Anniversary

January 9, 2023 by Spencer Mapes

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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