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Molson Coors CEO Rahul Goyal Appointed Beer Institute Chair: ‘I Will Be a Fierce Advocate for Beer’
Molson Coors president and CEO Rahul Goyal has plenty on his plate in his first month in the top spot, having taken over for Gavin Hattersley in October, but he’s added one more responsibility to his list: Beer Institute (BI) board chairman.
Monster to Close Cigar City’s Spruce Street Facility, Move to Ybor City in 2026
Cigar City Brewing (CCB) will shutter its taproom and facility on Tampa’s Spruce Street next year when its lease ends and move into the Ybor City space currently occupied by Cigar City Cider & Mead, parent company Monster Brewing announced Thursday.
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
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.
54 Bev-Alc Distributors Urge Congressional Leaders to Tax and Regulate Intoxicating Hemp Similar to Alcohol, Avoid Prohibition
A coalition of 54 beer, wine and spirits distributors are asking U.S. House and Senate leaders to regulate and tax intoxicating hemp products similar to alcoholic beverages, according to a letter sent Wednesday.
Circana Non-Alc Report: ‘Functional’ Drinks Push Consumers’ Soda Spend Above Beer; Michelob Ultra Zero 54% of NA Beer Growth YTD
Consumers are increasingly concerned about “managing health and wellness” and it is “drastically” changing beverage trends across bev-alc and non-alc (NA), according to a new report from Circana and the market research firm’s EVP of BevAl Scott Scanlon.
High Rise Founder Matt Skinner’s National Ambitions for Intoxicating Hemp Beverage Brand
High Rise Beverage co-founder Matt Skinner has built a coastal-themed brand in the Southeast but his ambitions extend across the nation.
Press Clips: Heineken Expands F1 Partnership, Creates ‘Season Pass;’ Dry Dock to Close Aurora Taproom, Open New Location in 2026
Heineken will have some extra marketing budget as its Champions League sponsorship winds down, and it appears that a decent chunk of that money is going to expanding the Dutch brewer’s presence with Formula 1 (F1).
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Beer Institute Joins Bev-Alc Trade Groups In Call To Ban Intoxicating Hemp Drinks
The Beer Institute (BI), along with other bev-alc trade associations, has joined the call from Congressional members and attorneys general to ban the sale of intoxicating hemp-derived products.
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).
Bump Williams Consulting: 2025’s ‘Underwhelming’ Bev-Alc Innovations Could Have Lasting Effects
New entrants on bev-alc shelves have been a bit lackluster this year in terms of the sheer number of new items, and how much they are contributing to overall sales, and the impact of those “underwhelming” trends could bleed into 2026 and beyond, according to Bump Williams Consulting’s (BWC) Bump Williams in the firm’s latest monthly report.
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 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
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).