Distribution Expansion

New Belgium Adds Kentucky

New Belgium Brewing (Ft. Collins, CO) will be begin distributing in Kentucky on March 2nd, 2015.

New Belgium will offer Fat Tire, along with year-round releases Ranger IPA, Slow Ride Session IPA and Snapshot Wheat on draft and in 12-ounce bottles.

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Jack’s Abby Expands to Eastern Pennsylvania

Jack’s Abby Brewing (Framingham, MA) is expanding their distribution to eastern Pennsylvania. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Shangy’s.

The brewery’s year-round offerings (Hoponius Union, Mass Rising, Leisure Time, Jabby Brau and Smoke & Dagger), and seasonal and specialty brews Continue Reading →

Coronado Brewing Adds Illinois Distribution

Coronado Brewing Company (Coronado, CA) is expanding their distribution reach to Illinois, starting Monday, March 2nd, 2015. The brewery has inked a distribution deal with Wirtz Beverage Illinois.

First offerings hitting the Prairie State are Coronado’s Core Series, including Islander IPA, Continue Reading →

Bell’s To Distribute to South Florida

Bell’s Brewery has partnered with Cavalier Distributing of Florida, to handle distribution of Bell’s beer. This new distribution partnership covers Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and Monroe counties.

“For almost 30 years, Bell’s Brewery has produced beers of the highest quality with a focus Continue Reading →

SweetWater Expands Distribution To Texas & Maryland

SweetWater Brewing Company (Atlanta, GA) will expand distribution to Texas and Maryland. The brewery will be shipping the lineup to both states starting in February.

SweetWater has signed distribution deals in Maryland with Kelly Distributing covering Easton, MD; Wantz Distributing covering Continue Reading →

Posted in Beer News, Distribution Expansion, New Belgium

New Belgium Adds Kentucky

New Belgium Brewing (Ft. Collins, CO) will be begin distributing in Kentucky on March 2nd, 2015.

New Belgium will offer Fat Tire, along with year-round releases Ranger IPA, Slow Ride Session IPA and Snapshot Wheat on draft and in 12-ounce bottles.

Seasonal offerings, including Rampant Imperial IPA, Trippel Belgian-Style Ale and variety packs will also be available in 12-ounce packages.

“We’ve been eyeing Kentucky for quite a while, so it’s exciting to officially open up the state,” said New Belgium Brewing’s Sales Co-Pilot, Brian Krueger. “The glory of college basketball is upon us and the Derby isn’t too far off, so we’re arriving at a pretty fun time in the state.”

New Belgium’s Kentucky Distribution Network

  • Eagle Distributing Company –AB
  • Golden Eagle Distributing, Inc. –AB
  • J.B. Distributors, Inc. –AB
  • Bud of Hopkinsville (Hand Family, LLC) –AB
  • Kentucky Eagle, Inc.-AB
  • Perry Distributors, Inc. – AB
  • River City Distributing – M/C
  • Smith Brothers Distributing Company –AB
  • Stagnaro Distributing – M/C
  • Edward Utley Jr., Inc. –AB
  • Heidelberg of Northern Kentucky – Independent

The addition of Kentucky brings New Belgium’s distribution states to 38.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Boulevard Brewing, Distribution Expansion

Boulevard Brewing Launching in New York City

Boulevard Brewing Company (Kansas City, MO) is launching distribution in New York City. The brewery has signed agreements with Union Beer Distributors and Craft Brewers Guild of New York.

“New York City has been on our minds for some time,” said Steve Mills, Boulevard’s vice president of sales. “But we had to wait until we could do it right, to wait until we had the capacity and the right partners in place to support this important market. We’re really excited, and look forward to being part of the area’s happening beer scene.”

Boulevard hits taps in the Big Apple starting March 2nd.  Expect Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale, The Sixth Glass, Dark Truth Stout, Long Strange Tripel and The Calling IPA along with some Smokestack Series offerings. 80-Acre Hoppy Wheat Beer and Pop-Up IPA will arrive by summer.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Distribution Expansion, Jack's Abby Brewing

Jack’s Abby Expands to Eastern Pennsylvania

Jack’s Abby Brewing (Framingham, MA) is expanding their distribution to eastern Pennsylvania. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Shangy’s.

The brewery’s year-round offerings (Hoponius Union, Mass Rising, Leisure Time, Jabby Brau and Smoke & Dagger), and seasonal and specialty brews including Framinghammer, Saxonator and Calyptra starting in April, 2015.

“We are extremely excited to partner with Shangy’s and expand into the Pennsylvania market,” said Sam Hendler, co-Owner and Head of Sales, “We believe Pennsylvania beer drinkers will be intrigued and pleased by our unique offering of craft lagers.”

Jack’s Abbey is currently available in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and parts of Vermont.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Coronado Brewing Company, Distribution Expansion

Coronado Brewing Adds Illinois Distribution

Coronado Brewing Company (Coronado, CA) is expanding their distribution reach to Illinois, starting Monday, March 2nd, 2015. The brewery has inked a distribution deal with Wirtz Beverage Illinois.

First offerings hitting the Prairie State are Coronado’s Core Series, including Islander IPA, Orange Avenue Wit, and Mermaid’s Red. Seasonal Crown Series offerings include Skull Wrapper, Senor Saison and Anniversary Ale.

 “We have been looking at Chicago for a long time, it is a great city with an appreciation for well made beer” said Rick Chapman, Co-Founder and President. “This is an exciting opportunity for us to be working with Wirtz Beverage, who are leaders in the industry.”

Coronado Brewing Company was founded in 1996. They are distributed in 21 states at this time of this article.

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Distribution Expansion, Starr Hill Brewing Company

Starr Hill Expands Distribution to Knoxville, Tennessee

Starr Hill Brewery (Charlottesville, VA) is expanding distribution to Knoxville, Tennessee this month. The brewery has signed a distribution deal with Eagle Distributing Company.

First up to ship is Northern Lights IPA, and Grateful Pale Ale. Additionally, drinkers can expect the new spring release, Reviver Red IPA, and limited releases from the All Access Series like Little Red Roostarr Coffee Cream Stout, and Shakedown Imperial Chocolate Cherry Stout throughout the year, depending on the brew schedule.

“Based on Starr Hill’s success in Central and Eastern Tennessee, we’re focused on satisfying the customers’ growing demand for quality craft beer in Knoxville,” said Brian McNelis, Starr Hill’s President and CEO. “We’re also encouraged to see the Volunteer State move on legislation that creates a more favorable climate in which craft breweries can prosper.”

Market launch parties will include:

  • Feb. 9th at Sunspot, 6-8 pm – Meet the Brewmaster for Starr Hill
  • Feb 10th at The Casual Pint – Northshore, 6-9 pm – Tap Takeover, meet and greet, and bring your own vinyl night
  • Feb 11th at Hops and Hollers, 6-9 pm Tap Attack and meet and greet with folks from Starr Hill Brewer
  • Feb 12th at The Casual Pint – Fountain City, 6-9 pm Pint night and tap takeover
by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Bell's Brewing, Distribution Expansion

Bell’s To Distribute to South Florida

Bell’s Brewery has partnered with Cavalier Distributing of Florida, to handle distribution of Bell’s beer. This new distribution partnership covers Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and Monroe counties.

“For almost 30 years, Bell’s Brewery has produced beers of the highest quality with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Cavalier is proud to partner with Bell’s Brewery to bring their celebrated beers to the passionate craft beer consumers of beautiful South Florida,” said Cavalier Distributing Founder and President, George Fisher.

Bell’s distributes more than 20 beers in Florida. Florida is one of the brewery’s year-round territories for wheat ale, Oberon

by Reid Ramsay
Posted in Distribution Expansion, SweetWater Brewing

SweetWater Expands Distribution To Texas & Maryland

SweetWater Brewing Company (Atlanta, GA) will expand distribution to Texas and Maryland. The brewery will be shipping the lineup to both states starting in February.

SweetWater has signed distribution deals in Maryland with Kelly Distributing covering Easton, MD; Wantz Distributing covering Frederick, MD; Guy Distributing covering Leonardtown, MD; Mitchell Beverages covering Baltimore and Annapolis, MD; Bob Hall Distributing covering College Park, MD; andEastern Shore Distributing covering Salisbury, MD.

SweetWater in Texas will be covered by Silver Eagle Distributing for Houston and San Antonio metro area markets in Texas.

“Tapping into these great states is huge for us,” said SweetWater Founder and Big Kahuna, Freddy Bensch. “Kicking off 2015 by spreading out both north and the west with some tremendous distributor partners is amazing.  Just a few years back we were doing everything we could to keep the beer flowing in our backyard, but now we are more than ready to bring our brews downstream. I can’t wait to raise a few coldies with some fine folks in both Texas and Maryland and check out the local fishing scenes!”

SweetWater turns 18 in February, and will debut a special Belgian-style tripel for the occasion. Later this year, the brewery will debut it’s first sour beer, new canned offerings, and more distribution markets.

by Reid Ramsay