Monthly Archives: February 2019

Bear Republic Brewing Intros Sonoma Tart, a Fruited Sour Ale

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

“Compared to barrel aged beers, Sonoma Tart is much more drinkable and crushable. The tartness activates your taste buds, gets

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TTB Reopens Comment Period for West Sonoma Coast Viti Area

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Comments will now close April 15.  The 141,846-acre “West Sonoma Coast” viticultural area lies entirely within the established Sonoma

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Coronado Brewing Debut Leisure Lagoon Hazy Pale Ale

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Coronado Brewing Co. is debuts Leisure Lagoon Hazy Pale Ale, the latest in its hop-forward lineup of year-round releases.

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Who & What –

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Integrated Beverage Group (IBG), owners of Great Oregon Wine Company, Duck Pond Cellars, Rascal and Replica, hired

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5 Trends Shaping the On-Premise Market

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

Alcoholic beverages continue to lag total food and beverage growth in the on-premise channel, according to a new study from

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February Sales Up 14% After Dry January

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

We warned you Dry January was a threat to the bev/al industry.  New data from Drizly suggests we were right on target.

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