Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. today announced the creation of Pale Ale for Trails, an effort aimed at conserving America’s underfunded trail and river systems. Pale Ale for Trails will protect and repair trails and rivers by funding organizations dedicated to conservation, and through national clean-ups and trail restoration projects. To kick off the initiative, the brewery…
With all those clever craft beer ads, it’s easy to think beer is a relatively new element of society. Think again. And think a long way back. A thousand years ago, the Wari empire dominated the South American Pacific coastal country of Peru. The Wari ruled for about 500 years, from 600 to 1100 AD. How could…
Building an independent American craft brewery… in Germany. How tough could that be? Follow the story of an entrepreneur’s dream for Stone to become the first independent American craft brewer to build, own and operate a brewery in Europe… in Berlin, Germany no less. Join Stone Brewing co-founder Greg Koch and documentary filmmaker Matt Sweetwood for…
April is North Carolina Beer Month! Celebrate by enjoying the many beer-centric events this month and the first ever beer festival in Charlotte, NC. With over 170 participating breweries, both local and nationally recognized, the Untappd beer festival will take place at Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, on Saturday, May 4,…
For the first time in its short tenure on the taps, Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant (Iron Hill), announces the first can release of Philly Special, the popular NEIPA, which premiered in February 2018 at their Phoenixville location. Philly Special cans will be unleashed in 16 oz. 4 packs on starting on April 18, 2019…
Athletic Brewing Company is proud to announce that they have partnered with the AVP (Association of Volleyball Professionals) Pro Tour to sponsor five tournaments nationwide this season. With 35 years of experience bringing the highest level of volleyball to their fans, Athletic is excited to now offer them the highest level of refreshment. The only…
Together with nearby Nya Carnegiebryggeriet (New Carnegie Brewery, founded 2012 by Carlsberg Sweden and Brooklyn Brewery) Fotografiska is now launching its own beer, Echo. A beer brewed from, among other things, leftover sourdough bread from Fotografiska’s kitchens. The name reflects the fact that the organic hops and malt are eco-friendly and that the beer, like…
Amanda Reale is back and now she is on a new mission… After a small hiatus, Amanda is back as Beer Alien’s new Social Media Manager. Amanda brings a wealth of experience from beer knowledge to social media and everything in between. If you follow our Instagram, you will see her passion for the craft…
Rhinegeist Brewery is thrilled to announce the release of its first-ever canned nitro beer, Cobbstopper, a Gose Sour Ale with peach, vanilla and lactose. Inspired by their own Peach Dodo Gose, this silky brew is tart and fruity, sporting touches of peach cobbler, vanilla cream and soft spice. “By using nitrogen gas instead of CO2,…
For the first time ever, Heavy Seas Beer will be releasing an exclusive beer for PUPS & PINTS from their 15 Barrel Brewhouse: PAW POWER! This Wheat Ale with black currant will be available on draft and in 4packs of 16oz cans ONLY in the Heavy Seas Taproom on May 19th! “We wanted to create a…
Three Weavers Brewing Company announced today that they will host the first ever CANarchy Cup homebrew competition. The Grand Prize will go to the homebrewer who wins Best of Show within the selected competition categories (see guidelines), with medals awarded to the respective winners of each category. Entries can be hand-delivered or shipped to Three…
Fifty West Brewing Company, recently announced as one of the fastest growing small and independent craft breweries of 2018 by the Brewers Association (BA), will expand its brewing footprint with a new brewpub location on Route 50 in Chillicothe, Ohio. A grand opening is slated for late 2019, early 2020. “Route 50 spans across the…
Karl Strauss Brewing Company has long been a proud supporter of Pink Boots Society through participation in yearly collaboration brews, funding of scholarships and donations and active involvement in local PBS chapters. Fresh off hosting the San Diego Pink Boots monthly chapter meeting at their Tasting Room earlier this year, Karl Strauss continues their commitment…
BURLY Brewing Company has announced the promotion of assistant brewer, Reno Wilson, to head brewer. This transition includes saying goodbye to Jim Stinson, who has been the master brewer since well before opening. “Congratulations Reno Wilson on your promotion!” said BURLY owner, George Goodman. He stated that this change will not adversely affect who they…
Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, highlighted plans to eliminate the only remaining federal barrier to trade in alcoholic beverages within Canada, taking the first step to give Canadians better access to Canadian products without restrictions. The Government of Canada is taking a leading role in promoting trade within Canada, including…
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