Vermont Brewery Self-Distribution Bill Nears Approval One of the biggest craft beer industry stories discussed in this episode is Vermont's move toward expanded brewery self-distribution rights. The Vermont Senate approved legislation that would allow breweries producing malt beverages to self-distribute up to 3,000 barrels under their existing manufacturing licenses. The bill now awaits the signature of Governor Phil Scott. Current Vermont law allows self-distribution only t

Lord Hobo Brewing and Lone Pine Brewing are preparing to shift production to Isle Brewers Guild in Rhode Island, adding another example to the growing trend of contract brewing in the craft beer industry. Craft Beer Republic also covers New Belgium Brewing bringing back the original Fat Tire recipe, Michelob Ultra becoming the top draft beer on Cinco de Mayo, and Boston Beer Company launching 15% ABV “electric coolers” in glow-in-the-dark plastic light bulb containers. The ep

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers a little bit of everything happening in the world of craft beer right now, including beer pricing, off-flavors, brewery news, and even where to find the cheapest beer at MLB stadiums. Flex checks in at 41 days sober but still manages to steer the conversation, while Greg takes a shot on a hyped craft beer four-pack that doesn’t deliver the way he hoped. Steph joins the episode from Utah with a barrel-aged sour she’s been holdin