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Beer Institute Takes on Intoxicating Hemp; Welcomes Competition on ‘a Level Playing Field’

Beer Institute Takes on Intoxicating Hemp; Welcomes Competition on ‘a Level Playing Field’

Bev-alc industry members have been more vocal than ever this week about their stances on intoxicating hemp beverages, and the Beer Institute (BI) was no exception at the trade group’s annual Membership Meeting held Wednesday in Washington, D.C. BI president and CEO Brian Crawford dedicated the majority of his remarks to intoxicating hemp, and the BI’s desire for regulation.

Meet the Finalists for the Brewbound Live 2025 Pitch Slam

Meet the Finalists for the Brewbound Live 2025 Pitch Slam

It’s time to reveal the finalists for the Brewbound Live Pitch Slam, our business pitch competition for beer and beverage-alcohol brands. They will compete during Brewbound Live 2025, taking place on December 10 + 11 in L.A.

Last Call! Brewbound 2025 Award Nomination Deadline Today 11/5

Last Call! Brewbound 2025 Award Nomination Deadline Today 11/5

The extended nomination deadline for the Brewbound 2025 Awards expires today, Wednesday, November 5. It only takes a few minutes, and you can submit as many nominations as you like (for yourself or others).

RTDs Keep Climbing, Led By Seasonal Swaps with Beer

RTDs Keep Climbing, Led By Seasonal Swaps with Beer

Ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails are now a regular part of drinkers’ routines, with consumption frequency picking up and stealing the most share from beer, especially in the summer.

Ball Poised to Benefit from Conservative Consumer Spending

Ball Poised to Benefit from Conservative Consumer Spending

Ball Corporation is poised to benefit as consumers navigate increased costs and financial crunches and focus their spending on food and beverages, CEO Daniel Fisher shared Tuesday morning during the aluminum beverage can manufacturer’s Q3 earnings report.

Beer Institute: September Shipments Improve vs. 2024; Best YoY Performance So Far

Beer Institute: September Shipments Improve vs. 2024; Best YoY Performance So Far

There may be signs of stabilization for the beer industry. September domestic tax paid shipments increased 1% year-over-year (YoY), to an estimated 12.2 million barrels, up from 12.08 million barrels in September 2024 (+116,375 barrels), the Beer Institute (BI) reported today, citing estimates from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB).