Distribution Expansion
Hoof Hearted Brewing adds Atlanta distro
Marengo, Ohio based Hoof Hearted Brewing is now available in Atlanta, Georgia. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Savannah Distributing.
As of right now, only one beer is available in the city – Everybody Wants Some!!, the brewery’s Double IPA. Beer Street Journal is told that the first release is extremely limited- an estimate of about 20 cases.
Hoof Hearted Brewing was founded in 2011 and is known for releases like Konkey Dong Double IPA, Side Pipin’ India Farmhouse Ale, and Mom Jeans Double Milk Stout.
An email to Savannah Distributing was not immediately returned.
Maine Beer Company expands distribution to Georgia
Maine Beer Company is now available in Georgia starting September 13th. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Savannah Distributing.
According to Savannah, Peeper (Pale Ale), MO (Pale Ale), Another One (India Pale Ale), Woods and Waters (India Pale Ale) and Lunch (India Pale Ale) are all now available in the state.
Maine Beer Company is based in Freeport, Maine.
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Founders Brewing adds Colorado distribution in September
Founders Brewing will soon be available in Colorado. The brewery has signed distribution deals with Rocky Mountain Coors, Coors Distributing, High Country Beverage, Mountain Beverage, B&K, High Country Western Slope and A&L Coors to cover the state.
All year-round, seasonal and specialty releases will be available throughout the state in bottles, cans, and draft – the brewery’s 47th distribution state.
The only states that lack Founders will be Utah, Wyoming, and Hawaii.
Odell Brewing adds Utah distribution
Fort Collins, Colorado-based Odell Brewing is adding Utah distribution at the end of May. The brewery has signed distribution deals with General Distributing Co., and Golden Beverage.
Residents can expect 90 Shilling, Odell IPA, Drumroll APA, Rupture Fresh Grind Ale, and Myrcenary Double IPA in state stores, bars, and restaurants, while 4% alcohol by volume Loose Leaf Session Ale will be available in grocery and convenience stores.
“Utah and Colorado not only share a border, but also a lifestyle. Living out west, we play on the same rivers and explore the same mountain ranges. With a growing population and a community that appreciates craft-beer, we are excited to share our beer with our neighbors.” – Ryan Bogart, Regional Sales Manager.
Special launch events are planned in Salt Lake City and Park City.
Utah is the brewery’s 17th state of distribution.
Now 33 states. Firestone Walker adds Minnesota distribution
Firestone Walker has added Minnesota distribution this month. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Artisan Beer Company.
Matt Brynildson, the brewmaster for the Paso Robles, California based brewery hails from Minnesota, making this launch extra special.
“It’s hard to describe how great it feels to finally be able to send our beers into my home State of Minnesota! For the first time since becoming the brewmaster at Firestone Walker 17 years ago, the beers that I helped to create will be available in my family’s restaurant in Litchfield. The long wait is finally over and I can’t wait to get back and have a pint of our beer with my dad.” – Matt Brynildson
Launch beers include Firestone Lager, Nitro Merlin Milk Stout, Pivo Pils, Union Jack, and the latest in the Luponic Distortion Series.
Firestone Walker was founded in 1996. With the addition of Minnesota, the brewery’s lineup can be found in 33 states.
Boulevard Brewing adds Nevada
Boulevard Brewing will be available in Nevada in early April. The brewery has inked a distribution deal with Breakthru Beverage Nevada.
“Las Vegas is a market we’ve eyed for some time. We’re excited about our partnership with Breakthru Beverage, and eager to bring our beers to the Battle Born State.” -Bobby Dykstra, vice president of Boulevard sales
Boulevard fans can expect Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale, Unfiltered Wheat Beer, Tropical Pale Ale, along with a variety of seasonal and limited releases. Launch events will be announced soon through the brewery’s social media channels.
Nevada brings the brewery’s distribution footprint to 40 states and the District of Columbia.
The 39th distribution state for Dogfish Head: Nebraska
Milton, Delaware based Dogfish Head Craft Brewery adds Nebraska distribution this month.
The Johnson Brothers Liquor Company has been selected bring Dogfish Head’s lineup to the state, which is the 39th state in their distribution footprint, (plus Washington D.C.).
“We’re excited to ship our innovative beers to Dogfish fans in Nebraska and to begin a great and long-lasting relationship with the beer drinkers, retailers, and distributor partners in the state. We have our canning and bottling lines pumping out a ton of beer and enough brewing capacity to ensure we can keep retailers well stocked with our well-differentiated family of beers for years to come.” – Sam Calagione, founder and CEO of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery
Dogfish Head fans in Nebraska can expect 90 Minute IPA, Namaste White, Indian Brown, 60 Minute IPA, SeaQuench Ale, Lupu-Luau IPA, Flesh & Blood IPA, Palo Santo Marron, Burton Baton, Midas Touch and a plethora of seasonal releases.
