“Wait! Women run hop farms in Michigan?” That was the response from one brewer as I gathered information for this story. While Michigan ranks number one in the Great Lakes region and number four nationally for total hop acreage, many of the women driving that success remain behind the scenes. From harvest coordination and greenhouse […]
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The Sydney-based brewery will host a five-day celebration this weekend with a program built around an East Coast vs West Coast IPA showdown.
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How do breweries find balance in an always evolving industry, where trends come and go and drinkers show both loyalty and adventurousness?
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Across the U.S., breweries are transforming cabins, lodges, and inns into boutique stays that go beyond the pint—immersive getaways where beer, place, and hospitality come together.
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Breweries are turning underused land into camping destinations, drawing RV travelers and boosting business with beer, food, and fresh air.
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In California, craft beer and wine are both power players, but a refreshing beer at the end of the day seems to be a popular thirst-quencher whether your line of work is fermenting grapes or grains.
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Lethbridge will leave the IBA after more than five years in the role to take on a new challenge in distilling. The IBA’s next CEO is yet to be announced. Breweries across the country are turning up the volume, blending beer and live music to create unforgettable experiences.
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The NSW-based brewery continues to expand it national footprint with the opening of its newly fitted Richmond venue on 11 July. As drinkers diversify and tastes evolve, forward-thinking brewers are doing what they’ve always done best—experimenting, adapting, and creating new ways to connect through craft.
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The Director and Co-owner of The Coastal Brewing Co is passionate about making a difference and reflects on her love for the craft beer industry. 
With a DA lodged to build apartments on the site, the Young Henry’s team view the need to move as an opportunity. 
Ownership of Carwyn Cellars has returned to Ben and Nicole Carwyn, in a full-circle moment for the iconic Thornbury venue. 
Sanctus Brewing’s new XPA, Independent’s Day, shines a spotlight on the challenges facing Australia’s indie brewers in a consolidated market. 
Multiple GABS Hottest 100 winner, Mountain Culture is continuing its incredible story, with the acquisition of Fox Friday Brewing. 
This Brewer Spotlight highlights Bracket Brewing’s Mike Meletopoulo who speaks to Beer & Brewer about his career built on finding balance. These emerging breweries are redefining what it means to grab a beer in Tampa.
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Since 2022, the Cowaramup fuel stop has been operating as a taphouse for craft beers, in an area best known for its wine production. An Englishman’s dream pub sparked Indy’s craft beer scene, leading to generations of brewers chasing flavor, community, and good vibes.
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Evin Craney sat down with Beer & Brewer to reflect on his decade-long career in independent beer and highlight the initiatives he's driving forward as IBA Chair. Brewers are looking at how AI can improve efficiency and the overall brewing experience. But it's not yet poised to replace humans.
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As we’re looking ahead to everything that 2025 will bring, we’d also like to take a moment to look back at some of the stories and people who defined craft beer in 2024.
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Many small-town breweries are woven into the fabric of their surroundings. They're gathering places for tourists and locals alike, representing Americana at its finest.
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Fermentis has completed significant upgrades at Algist Bruggeman, improving the microbiological quality of its brewing yeast. Don't call it a comeback: Detroit's vibrant craft beer scene mirrors the city's own renaissance.
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There’s an old saying in winemaking that it takes a lot of great beer to make great wine. But in the brewing industry, it takes plenty of great tacos to make great beer.
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Australian craft beer fans, colleagues and a smattering of journalists gathered last Sunday for the official launch of Sydney Beer Week and the 2024 Beer & Brewer Awards.