AB Drops ABV Of Big Brands In UK

If you’re drinking Stella Artois, Budweiser, & Beck’s in the UK, the alcohol by volume will be  a bit lower.  The reduction is an attempt to cut the sting of rising industry costs, and lower duty (tax) costs.

 “Our decision to Continue Reading →

Anheuser-Busch Chief Steps Down

David Peacock, chief of  Anheuser-Busch has resigned.  Per Harry Schumacher of Beer Business Daily (requires paid subscription):

Dave was only the second non-Busch to hold the title of CEO, and he is among the last of the legacy Anheuser-Busch executives groomed under the Continue Reading →

Widmer’s X-114 IPA With Grapefruit Is Shaddock

I calculate this to be the 4th addition to Widmer Brother’s Rotator IPA Series – Shaddock IPA.  The Rotator series features a rotating lineup of hoppy IPAs.  Preceeding Shaddock, is Falconer’s IPA, and O’Ryely IPA, X-144 IPA.  This new is actually X-114 IPA Continue Reading →

Hopslam Watch 2012: Atlanta

Here is your master list of Hopslam tappings & sightings in Atlanta.  You want this tasting imperial IPA? Check here first to find it on & off premise.

UPDATE: 1/24/12, 11 am

Hopslam 6 packs hitting Green’s Beer on Ponce, Continue Reading →

Look For New Belgium’s Cocoa Mole This Week

The latest Lips Of Faith creation from New Belgium Brewing – Cocoa Mole hits shelves and on premise accounts in Atlanta this week.   Mole combines chocolate and chilis for a flavor roller coaster in a glass.

Chocolate, cinnamon and chilies combine for a sweet and spicy burst of Continue Reading →