As the craft beer industry continues its exponential growth, a pivotal aspect of said growth is often overlooked – the overhead cost of facilities. While many breweries wish that they could expand faster and increase their distribution umbrella, many just Continue Reading →
Following up to yesterday’s story on craft brewer’s growth is the full infographic regarding brewery growth and beer consumption While the beer industry in the United States is nearly $100 billion dollars annually, craft beer now grabs around $10 billion Continue Reading →
Your beer bracket that is. Draft Magazine has launched their yearly head-to-head beer bracket challenge and it’s time for your voice to be heard. See if your beers make it all the way. Each person who participates will be entered Continue Reading →
Finally. Mississippi will soon have the freedom to brew their own beer with out the threat of jail time. Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has signed legislation to that end.
Grassroots organization Raise Your Pints has been working diligently to help get Continue Reading →
Looks like Central Pennsylvania is hoping to add another brewery to its lineup. The Vineyard at Hershey, which just celebrated their very successful first year, has filed paperwork with the PLCB to open ‘The Brewery at Hershey’.
Quintly, a social media analytics program, took a look at what beer brands were popular over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Results were based on People Talking About This (PTAT), and Likes. As you can probably imagine, the list is Continue Reading →
The Brewers Association (BA), the trade association representing small and independent American brewers, released 2012 data on U.S. craft brewing growth. Some stats:
2012
U.S. Beer Market grew 1%
Craft Brewers volume up 15%
17% Increase in dollar growth
That’s 1.8 million more barrels of beer
St. Louis Firm to Offer ‘Partner Brewing’ Facilities
As the craft beer industry continues its exponential growth, a pivotal aspect of said growth is often overlooked – the overhead cost of facilities. While many breweries wish that they could expand faster and increase their distribution umbrella, many just do not have the means fiscally. A St. Louis firm is looking to change that by offering facilities similar to those who co-pack food items or rent out certified kitchens. BrewHub will offer ‘partner brewing’ providing the means for many to brew their beer under their own supervision, package it themselves, and distribute it from the BrewHub facilities. The first location is slated to launch in Lakewood FL with the possibility of 5 other locations on the horizon – Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Texas and the West Coast.
“There are so many craft brewers making amazing beer today, and the demand from consumers is almost insatiable. We believe our partner brewing model will allow craft brewers a great opportunity to expand their business and reach new consumers.” Brew Hub CEO Tim Schoen.
2012 U.S. Craft Brewer’s Growth [FULL INFOGRAPHIC]
Following up to yesterday’s story on craft brewer’s growth is the full infographic regarding brewery growth and beer consumption While the beer industry in the United States is nearly $100 billion dollars annually, craft beer now grabs around $10 billion dollars of that. That’s big news. Be proud and grab a pint. Or six.
Your beer bracket that is. Draft Magazine has launched their yearly head-to-head beer bracket challenge and it’s time for your voice to be heard. See if your beers make it all the way. Each person who participates will be entered to win a Kegerator from Kegerator.com plus the winning beer gets a $1000 donation to the charity of the brewery’s choice.
There are a lot of great causes at stake including JDRF, Wounded Warriors, Feed America, and more plus it’s all in good fun, so get to work! This week you can complete the first and second brackets, next week the Elite 8 and Final Four. What beer do you think will win?
Finally Mississippi! Governor Signs Home Brewing Bill
Finally. Mississippi will soon have the freedom to brew their own beer with out the threat of jail time. Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has signed legislation to that end.
Grassroots organization Raise Your Pints has been working diligently to help get this law passed. Congratulations Mississippi! Alabama… We are still sorry.
Title: AN ACT TO AMEND SECTION 67-3-11, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, TO PROVIDE THAT EVERY PERSON SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE HOMEMADE BEER FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY, DOMESTIC OR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES IF THE BEER IS MADE IN A COUNTY OR MUNICIPALITY IN WHICH THE POSSESSION OF LIGHT WINE OR BEER IS LAWFUL; TO LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF HOMEMADE BEER THAT MAY BE MADE BY ANY PERSON IN A CALENDAR YEAR; TO AUTHORIZE HOMEMADE BEER; TO AUTHORIZE THE TRANSPORT OF HOMEMADE BEER FROM THE PREMISES WHERE MADE ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE OF PARTICIPATING IN A BONA FIDE EXHIBITION, CONTEST OR COMPETITION WHERE HOMEMADE BEER IS BEING TASTED AND JUDGED; TO MAKE IT CLEAR THAT HOMEMADE BEER MAY NOT BE SOLD; TO AMEND SECTIONS 67-3-7, 67-3-13 AND 67-3-15, MISSISSIPPI CODE OF 1972, IN CONFORMITY THERETO; AND FOR RELATED PURPOSES.
From the Brewer’s Association:
Boulder, CO â— March 19, 2013 — The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is pleased to announce that Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant has signed a bill that will effectively legalize homebrewing throughout the state. Mississippi is now the 49th state to permit homebrewing. A Senate version of the bill passed in early February and it was then voted on by the State House of Representatives in March.
“From our founding fathers to our current President, this country has a long and storied tradition of homebrewing,” said Gary Glass, director of the American Homebrewers Association. “We appreciate the support of all of the homebrewers, the dedicated grassroots efforts of Raise Your Pints and the legislators who have worked so diligently to make homebrewing a reality in Mississippi. We are grateful to Senator John Horhn who introduced this bill and to Governor Bryant for his quick action and support.”
The 21st Amendment predominantly leaves regulation of alcohol to the states. Therefore, even though homebrewing is federally legal, it is still up to individual states to legalize homebrewing in state codes. Prior to today’s announcement, Mississippi and Alabama were the only two states that did not allow homebrewing. The AHA will continue working with homebrewers in Alabama to legalize homebrewing.
The hobby of homebrewing has seen exponential growth in recent years. The AHA estimates that more than 1 million Americans brew beer or make wine at home at least once a year. Mississippi is home to an estimated 2,200 homebrewers who may now enjoy brewing without the restrictions of a state-wide ban.
Looks like Central Pennsylvania is hoping to add another brewery to its lineup. The Vineyard at Hershey, which just celebrated their very successful first year, has filed paperwork with the PLCB to open ‘The Brewery at Hershey’.
Many homebrewers dream of turning their hobby into a career, and after outperforming 40 other applicants last year, DeLutis has done just that. The new brewery hopes to begin growing their own hops and locally sourcing as many ingredients as possible. No opening has been projected yet as they wait for official approval from the PLCB, but a celebration of the upcoming addition has been scheduled for April 12th from 6-9 pm. ‘
Tickets for the event are $20 in advance/$25 at the door and include tastings, music, and light snacks as well as the chance to meet DeLutis, his family, and the rest of the Vineyard/Brewery team.
Pictured above: Hershey vineyard partners sharing in a beer toast, with Ryan DeLutis (center) as the newest addition to their team.
These Beer Brands Dominated Facebook on St. Paddy’s Weekend
Quintly, a social media analytics program, took a look at what beer brands were popular over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Results were based on People Talking About This (PTAT), and Likes. As you can probably imagine, the list is heavy on the large breweries. However, a few craft – namely Schlafly, Star Hill, and Harpoon, made the list. [AllFacebook]
U.S. Craft Beer Reaches 6.5% of Beer Market [Infographic]
The Brewers Association (BA), the trade association representing small and independent American brewers, released 2012 data on U.S. craft brewinggrowth. Some stats:
2012
U.S. Beer Market grew 1%
Craft Brewers volume up 15%
17% Increase in dollar growth
That’s 1.8 million more barrels of beer
In 2012 – Craft Brewers produced 13,235,917 barrels of beer
Craft Brewers represented 6.5% of the U.S. Beer Market, up from 5.7%
“Beer is a $99 billion industry to which craft brewers are making a significant contribution, with retail sales share hitting double digits for the first time in 2012,” said Paul Gatza, director, Brewers Association. “Small and independent brewers are consistently innovating and producing high quality, flavor-forward craft brewed beer. Americans are not only responding to greater access to these products, but also to the stories and people behind them.”
Total Breweries: 2,403 Total Craft Breweries: 2,347
