Wormtown Brewery announced the release of their first Variety Pack. The “Be You” themed Variety Pack consists of four different IPA's each with their own style and unique flavor profile. Wormtown Brewery’s “Be You” Variety Pack is available in package stores in their local market and at their two taprooms located in Worcester, Mass., and Foxborough, Mass.

The founders of Funky Buddha Brewery — Ryan and KC Sentz — are reacquiring their Oakland Park, Fla.-based business from Constellation Brands, Victor, N.Y. Both the Sentzs and Constellation agreed that now is the ideal time for the original owners to reclaim control of the company and focus on beverage innovation, new consumer experiences, and additional product lines.  

The concept of Ghostfish Brewing — which is a 100% gluten free brewery — began in 2011 or 2012 Brian Thiel notes. The doors to the Seattle taproom eventually opened in February 2015.

Purchasing alcohol products through direct-to-consumer (DTC) methods have remained limited despite growing interest in this shopping platform.

Harpoon Brewery and DraftKings Inc. announced the release of a new, limited edition 12-pack in time for the Celtic’s on-going run in the NBA playoffs and the Red Sox resurgence in MLB: a Rec. League Get In The Game! 12-Pack. The co-branded 12-pack, tied to DraftKings’ launch of mobile sports betting in the Commonwealth, is available now at select locations in Massachusetts. 

The craft brewing business accounted for nearly $29 billion in beer sales last year, which is nearly one-quarter of the $120 billion beer industry revenue in the United States. But of the nearly 10,000 craft brewers in the country, only about 1% are Black individuals. A group of like-minded Black entrepreneurs now are setting out ― determined to change this dynamic.

Anchor Brewing Co., San Francisco, continued its spirit of innovation with San Pancho, a craft Mexican Style Lager with Lime rolling out nationwide this spring. The brew is a celebration of the rich mural culture and arts tradition in the Bay Area, the company says. 

Bell’s Brewery, now owned by Australian beverage company Lion, was started by Larry Bell in 1983. One of Bell’s most beloved brews is the Oberon Ale, an American wheat ale.

The demand for direct-to-consumer (DTC) beer shipping has increased 5.3% since 2022, despite industry challenges and political opposition. According to the newest Direct-to-Consumer Beer Shipping Report from Sovos ShipCompliant and the Brewers Association, 79% of regular craft beer drinkers would purchase more craft beer if they were able to have it shipped directly to their home, up from 75% in 2022.

For the U.S. craft beer market, the difference between retail performance and on-premise sales illustrates how the recovery that craft beer has experienced since the pandemic remains nuanced.