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I don’t really make a moral judgment on Tilray Brands' follow-the-leader approach to product "innovation." I'm much more interested in simply watching the relative newcomer to the US beer business feel around for the upper limit on over-extending its recently-acquired brands in real time. The company's line-extending tendencies (extendencies?) are especially transparent on one of the other breweries it scooped up from ABI, 10 Barrel Brewing Co., and its sub-brand called Pub Beer. Its expansion under Tilray’s ownership as been revealing. More: https://lnkd.in/gVCFiCFy

Exploring the revolutionary White Cap Crisp Campaign from UBL, redefines brewing excellence, offering sugar-free options for health-conscious beer enthusiasts.  It is a game changer for the beer industry that many of it's competitors should bench mark from. 💡 Start swiping ➡ #CreativeCulture #CreateYourCulture #BuildingBrands #OurTakeOn #MarketingTrends #WhiteCapCrispCampaign #UBL

We're proud to share Anthony's article in this month's issue of The Roanoker Magazine! This deeply researched article focuses on the offering of local businesses Brady's Distillery, Twisted Track Brewpub, Olde Salem Brewing Company, and Big Lick Brewing Company! 🍻 Check it Out in the link in the comments below!

Why Did Suntory Deny Acquisition Talks with Boston Beer? Uncover the Details Behind the Speculation. #SuntoryHoldings #BostonBeer #AcquisitionRumors #DrinksIndustry #BeerMarket #SpiritsBusiness #IndustryNews #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateNews #MarketUpdates

Have you ever wondered about hop extracts and their role in brewing? Well, you're in luck! In this installment of Minute with a Master Cicerone, Craig Thomas provides an excellent overview of various hop extracts and how they are utilized in beer production. Have you tried any commercial beers that showcase the use of hop extracts in their production?

In 2020 Asahi acquired CUB for $16 billion and now they control distribution of beer in Australian pubs. They own brands that generate just under 50% of all beer sales across Australia. And they do this by owning the taps in pubs. CUB had set up contracts with pubs across Australia, providing keg rebates in exchange for exclusive rights to supply taps. 80% of beer taps in these pubs can only run CUB products, with the remaining taps termed ‘rotational taps’, where they can serve any beers. Before CUB, Asahi only had 1.2% of the beer market, you could rarely find it on tap as it was competing with 404 other breweries for 1 or 2 rotational taps. Now it's popping up more and more thanks to the CUB contracts. And the numbers reflect this, Asahi sales are up 24% since acquisition. In 2017 the ACCC released their findings that CUB and Lion weren't acting in an anti-competitive manner. But, outside of SA, contracts often specifically exclude Cooper’s, the 3rd biggest brewery, or its products in their contracts with publicans. How is that not anti competitive? Full newsletter in the comments 👇

Adding a distillery to a brewing business can be a big leap—but there are synergies that can help the cost and effort pay off. Here’s how getting into craft spirits can add value to your brewery while leveraging costs. https://lnkd.in/gd8jNah9

I know this list is doing the rounds a lot over the last couple of days, but it's great to see so many new additions to the 2023 Most Admired Whiskies from Drinks International. Well deserved for all 50 brands, but I love seeing brands like Nc'nean Distillery, Woven, Isle of Raasay Distillery and Stauning Whisky taking a well deserved spot in this list. Lastly, it's amazing to see one of my all time favourite Whisky Blenders Compass Box enter the list in the top 5 for the first time. Who do we think will be the new players pushing for a place on next years list? #WorldWhisky #drinksindustry #Influentialbrands #DrinksInternational

CBP CONNECTS: Portland, ME June 10-12 "Beer Before Liquor: Adding a Distillery to Your Brewery" Panelists: Bill Heafy (ABS Commercial) Eric Meyer (Cahaba Brewing) John Quade (Batson River Brewing & Distillery) Matt Albrecht (River Drive Cooperage) Craft beer is all about innovation and more breweries are diversifying their product lineup to reach more potential customers. As you seek to grow, expand your audience, and increase profits, adding a distillery may be something to consider. We will dive into why our panelists chose this model, strategies for success, lessons they’ve learned, and items for you to consider if looking into a similar concept. In this session, we will explore the strategic considerations, potential opportunities, and operational challenges of seamlessly integrating a distillery into your existing brewery. Register now: http://cbpconnects.com/

Our relationship with lager began during the late 1890s, when Percy Allsopp was appointed Chairman of Samuel Allsopp & Sons, in an attempt to turn-around the fortunes of the company. During this time, Percy travelled the globe to find the best ingredients for his visionary new beer and pioneered lager brewing in the UK. 40 years later, at the 1936 consensus, the brewery was 50% of the capacity of the entire UK lager brewing sector, brewing Pilsner and Bavarian-style beers. Yet Allsopp’s lager wasn’t particularly successful at the time. We were half a century too early to the party, which wasn’t helped by the fact that Allsopp’s Pilsner was launched before refrigeration became widely available. Fast-forward to 2024 and lager is everywhere in the UK. We’ve still got unfinished business with our Allsopp’s Pilsner, but it’s now our fastest-growing beer, which is quite a turn-around! Have you tasted it yet? #Allsopps #AskForAllsopps #Beer #Lager #Pilsner #Brewing