June's Top Beer Stories
Boston Beer links with a nonprofit(June 30) - Boston - When he started brewing Samuel Adams beer out of a nearly abandoned brewery complex in Jamaica Plain, distributors told Boston Beer Co. founder Jim Koch they would not deliver his products to liquor stores and bars. Complete Story
Home beer-brewing class offered by Zane State College(June 29) - Ohio - Zane State College's Community Education Division is offering a Home Beer Brewing 101 class from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Weasel Boy Brewing Co., 126 Muskingum Ave., Zanesville. Complete Story
German Weissbier and the art of brewing(June 29) - Examinar - German Weissbier is one of the most difficult styles of beer to brew and ferment "just right." Why? Not only do ingredients and water play a critical role, but fermentation techniques, temperature control and yeast health and quality are extraordinarily critical. Complete Story
Concert For A Cure rocks Redhook Ale Brewery(June 29) - New Hampshire - The fourth incarnation of the concert brought four bands together alongside a raffle, silent auction, plant sales, grilled food and children’s activities. Underneath tents on the front lawn of the Redhook Ale Brewery, those attending gave their support to cancer research and survivor support programs. Complete Story
Delta to offer craft beer Leinenkugel on flights(June 27) - Wisconsin - The Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Co. will offer its Sunset Wheat beer for sale on all Delta Air Lines flights starting this month. Complete Story
Matt brewery launches new Web site(June 27) - New York - The new site – www.saranac.com – was designed by Romanelli Communications and will offer the same highlights of all Saranac beers and soft drinks, brewery history and tour information that people are used to, according to a news release. Complete Story
Redhook Ale Brewery shareholders OK Widmer merger(June 25) - Seattle - Redhook Ale Brewery shareholders on Tuesday blessed the company's merger with Widmer Brothers Brewing, of Portland, and the deal is expected to close next Monday or Tuesday. "This is a smokin' good deal," co-founder and Chief Executive Paul Shipman told a few dozen shareholders at its annual meeting in Woodinville. Complete Story
Cheers! Brewery's back(June 24) - Pennsylvania - The barrels are rolling. Shortly after 11 a.m. Monday, Boston Beer started Samuel Adams keg production and distribution at its Pennsylvania Brewery at Routes 78 and 100 in Upper Macungie Township, one of the gradual steps in returning the plant's brewhouse to full commission after being unused for years. Complete Story
McCain beer ties might brew conflicts(Jan. 23) - Seattle - Hensley, one of the nation's major beer wholesalers, has brought the family of Cindy McCain wealth, prestige and influence in Phoenix, but it could create conflicts for her husband, Sen. John McCain, if he is elected president. Complete Story
Beer shrine puts little Potosi, WI, on tourism map(Jan. 22) - Wisconsin - Hensley, one of the nation's major beer wholesalers, has brought the family of Cindy McCain wealth, prestige and influence in Phoenix, but it could create conflicts for her husband, Sen. John McCain, if he is elected president. Complete Story
Brooklyn Local 1, Stone Brewing 12th Anniversary, Pale Ale(Jan. 22) - The Full Pint - My father smuggled some Brooklyn Local 1 from New Jersey last week. I wanted to share it with Killa Mike, so I could share the experience. Complete Story
McMenamins Drink Tank: The Making of 25th Anniversary Ale(Jan. 21) - Oregon - When the McMenamins make their anniversary ale, they add things to the kettle that is of signifigance to the company and the people. Ech item is selected and celebrated by the Drin Tank, an informal assemblage of a couple dozen McMenamins managers, brewers, family and friend. Complete Story
Exploding Beer Kegs Close Interstate(June 19) - Chicago - During the early-morning hours, a truck driver was carrying 278 kegs of beer on Interstate 15 southbound near the Flamingo Road exit when he started to hear noises from the bed of the truck, said Bob McKenzie with the state's Department of Transportation. Complete Story
High Falls Brewery Among the Nation’s Best(June 19) - New York - High Falls Brewery folk say they suffers from the Rodney Dangerfield syndrome--their products just don't get enough respect. Like the Genny Geer being bottled today, the brewery itself might be best known its endurance. Complete Story
Terrapin Releases Volume Two of Side Project Series(June 18) - Beeradvocate - Terrapin Beer Co. of Athens, GA announces the much anticipated release of the RoggenRauchBier, the newest Volume in the limited production Terrapin "Side Project" series of beers. Complete Story
The Harpoon Brewery Introduces The Leviathan Series(June 18) - Boston - “The Leviathan Series is a way for us to experiment with stronger flavors and bigger beers,” says Harpoon CEO and co-founder Rich Doyle. “We have always wanted to challenge ourselves as brewers and offer our drinkers a broader range of taste and styles.” Complete Story
Brewing Celebrates Small Batch Beers with 3500 Beer Enthusiasts(June 17) - Colorado - Odell Brewing held its 2nd annual Small Batch Beer Festival. Around 3500 beer enthusiasts came out to enjoy 23 different beers, live music and a great time. Complete Story
InBev Tells Anheuser Not to Pursue `Alternative' Deal (June 16) - Bloomberg - InBev NV, which is attempting to take over Budweiser maker Anheuser-Busch Cos. for $46.3 billion, told the U.S. brewer not to pursue other transactions that would derail its unsolicited bid. Complete Story
Review - Magic Hat Brewing Co. Lucky Kat IPA(June 16) - This beer surprisingly has a very light profile and is very easy to drink. It tastes of scrumptious Amarillo hops but is not too hoppy. The bitterness is balanced beautifully with the sweetness of the malts. Complete Review
Saint Arnold Brewing Company Purchases Historic Building for New Brewery(June 15) - Saint Arnold Brewing Company, the oldest craft brewery in Texas, today launched a significant expansion into a new facility. The company, which has experienced rapid growth, today completed the purchase of a three story brick building originally constructed in 1914. Complete Story
Abita Brewery a worthy visit in small town near New Orleans(June 15) - Michigan - Abita Springs' beer is a staple in nearby New Orleans, and folks drive here to visit the brewery and sample the product in cafes like the Abita Springs Brew Pub. Complete Story
Brewery Video Tour: Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro in Hastings(June 13) - Michigan - Take a tour with Sherwood, 30, as he walks you through part of the Walldorff and its "staircase of death." Be sure to mark your calendars for the brewpub's two-year anniversary bash July 19 in downtown Hastings. Sherwood told us it will be a great time. Complete Story
8 tips for visting a beer garden(June 8) - Chicago - Should your summer travels land you at an Austrian beer garden, here's an etiquette lesson, courtesy of the May/June DRAFT magazine. Complete Story
Boston Beer buys former Schaefer Brewery(June 7) - Pennsylvania - Boston Beer Co., maker of Sam Adams Beer, announced Friday it has completed the $55 million purchase of the former F&M Schaefer Brewery at routes 78 and 100 in Upper Macungie Township. Complete Story
Limited-edition beers the hot new thing(June 6) - Texas - In Munster, Ind., beer lovers line up once a year to throw down serious cash for six big bottles of Three Floyds Dark Lord Russian Imperial Stout. Complete Story
Wedge Brewery opens(June 3) - North Carolina - Asheville is a beer town. If there was any doubt before, there’s none since the Wedge Brewing Co., Asheville’s newest microbrewery, opened its doors last week to a thirsty horde ready to lap up the latest offerings in hand-crafted beer. Complete Story
Penn Brewery founder still celebrates craft of beer(June 3) - Pennsylvania - After 22 years of brewing, promoting and enjoying Pittsburgh's own Penn Brewery beers, founder Tom Pastorius' ardor for craft brewing remains steadfast. This Saturday, he spreads the gospel as he greets guests at the Pennsylvania Microbrewers Fest at the North Side brewery. Complete Story
Bud Light to remain official beer of NHL(June 3) - St. Louis - Anheuser-Busch Inc. and the National Hockey League renewed its contract for Bud Light to remain the official beer of the NHL through the 2010-11 season. Complete Story
Atlanta Brewing Co. among operations trying to offset cost of ingredients(June 2) - Georgia - Sorry, beer lovers, but there's trouble brewing. The global food crisis has pushed up commodity costs, sending consumer prices climbing for many of life's staples. Complete Story
Moerlein fan revives Cincinnati beer tradition(June 2) - Ohio - If Greg Hardman has his way, Cincinnati will once again be the beer center of the nation. "If I have anything to do with it, yes," said Hardman, president and chief executive of the Christian Moerlein Co. and father to a small but growing family of beers. Complete Story
Draft beer will flow Tuesday at F.X. Matt Brewing after Fire(June 2) - New York - Draft beer will flow Tuesday at F.X. Matt Brewing Co., company president Nick Matt said Monday night. Operations were halted after one of the company’s main buildings was devastated by a fire Thursday. Complete Story
Tour Spoetzl Brewery, the home of Shiner Bock(June 2) - Texas -You don't come to Shiner for the shopping. You don't come to check out the hot new restaurant with the celebrity chef who's doing daring things with persimmons. And you don't come to watch obscure foreign films at the art house cinema. You come for the beer. Complete Story
Oskar Blues Grill & Brew opened a new Longmont brewery(June 1) - Colorado - In business since 1993, Left Hand will be able to produce 35,000 barrels a year, compared with its 2007 output of 14,783 barrels. Left Hand ranks as Colorado's fifth-largest craft brewer. The expansion marks Longmont's second major brewing addition this year. Lyons-based Oskar Blues Grill & Brew opened a new Longmont brewery last month. Complete Story
Go Find Golden City Brewery(June 1) - Colorado - Everybody knows about the massive Coors Brewery, but the place that made Rocky Mountain Spring Water famous is not why craft beer lovers head to Golden. We are searching for the brews of Golden City Brewery, the second largest brewery in Golden. Complete Story
Grand Teton Brewing Introduces New Ale(June 1) - Wyoming - Grand Teton Brewing Company has expanded its Cellar Reserve series of specialty beers with the launch of the new XX Mountainberry Double Wheat Ale. Complete Story
Iron Rail a fine debut ale for The Wedge(June 1) - North Carolina - For more than a year now, we’ve been waiting for the arrival of the new Wedge Brewing Co. On Friday, the doors will open, and the Wedge will pour its first (and currently only) beer, Iron Rail IPA, a hoppy, copper-colored delight brewed by Carl Melissas. Complete Story
