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A Talk With Jim Sanders MBA: Jim, the Beer Institute's ad campaign has become very visible in past weeks. Could you give us an idea of the scope of the [...]

The Master Brewers Association of the Americas has announced the appointment of new slate of officers to its 2004-2005 Executive Committee. According to the association, the new leadership assumed their [...]

The article focuses on a panel discussion for craft brewer during National Beer Wholesalers Association Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada on the topic "Growing through distribution: craft brewers on the move." It is states that Bump William was the moderator for the discussion and sought opinion from the panelists regarding the partners in distribution, resolving of disputes, and brand and distributor building. The importance of wholesalers and brand market for craft brewers is also discussed.

The article reports on Michelob Brewing Co. which remains a separate operational unit within the St. Louis, Missouri research brewery. It states that Anheuser-Busch InBev NV's (A-B) Michelob unit seems like an attractive target for A-B cost-cutters since it includes A-B's most credible quasicraft and super premium brands. It notes that through Ultra Light, Michelob and Michelob Light declined and the Michelob specialty beers are in low volume propositions.

The Master Brewers Association of the Americas Rocky Mountain chapter and the American Society of Brewing Chemists held a joint meeting at the Coors Brewing Company in Golden, Colorado on [...]

The article focuses on a beer distribution agreement designed by craft brewers to protect beer distributors and discusses on termination of a distribution contract with a beer distributor. It informs that "Carve Out" legislation was designed to inform that brewers who were less involved for distributor's business were terminated with a valid reason. It also informs that most craft brewers were supported the legislation and mentions that franchises were protected against unfair termination.

The article focuses on reasons why small brewers and distributorsshould work together to craft mutually beneficial legislation in the U.S and also discusses carve out legislation for small brewers. Article also reveals the condition whether carving out small brewers in New York will actually change the scenario for small brewers.

The author discusses the franchise laws being essential for the craft beer industry. He states that if there were no beer franchise laws, the large and powerful brewers never would have permitted their distributors to represent other brands. He reflects the dilemma of the craft brewer about a particular brand failing to succeed. He argues as time moves on, more and more states will elect to pass legislation with the goal of providing some relief to craft brewers.

An interview with Harpoon Brewery founders Dan Kenary and Rich Doyle is presented. When asked why the New England market for beers develop differently than out West, he says that they look on to the Pacific Northwest and California and adopts the model of early brewers who used to develop. Furthermore, Dan Kenary states that one of their major problems during the late 1980s and early 1990s was that their bottling line was an old soda line.

Information about the Craft Brewers Conference (CBC) at the Sheraton Hotel in Chicago, Illinois is presented. Topics include federal excise tax legislation on small brewers, market access issues and growing beer culture in the U.S. The conference featured members of the Brewers Association (BA) including BA president Charlie Papazian and BA director Paul Gatza.

The 53rd Annual Brewers' Association of America convention was marked by insightful speakers, a surprise visit from August Busch III and Patrick Stokes of Anheuser-Busch, and an optimistic tone about [...]

The article reports on the strong performance of American craft brewers at the 11th European Beer Star competition in November 2014 which was organized by the brewers association Private Brauereien Deutschland, the Association of Small and Independent Breweries, and brewery company Bayern Brewing Inc. The American craft brewers were awarded 39 medals. Firestone Walker Brewing Co. served as the consumer favorite gold medal winner for its Stickee Monkee beer.

The article informs that the business valuation service provider Ippolito Christon confirmed a study by the management consulting firm Boston Consulting Group (BCG) related to the successful growth of craft brewers with the utilization of the three-tier distribution system. Topics discussed include self-delivery cost reduction by craft brewers, partnership between craft brewers with distributors and return on capital employed (ROCE) for brewers and distributors in the U.S.

The article reports on the move of the Brewers Association (BA) to add regional and traditional brewers to the definition of craft beer in the U.S.

Information about the Craft Brewers Conference organized by the American trade group Brewers Association (BA) April 8 to 11, 2014 in Denver, Colorado is presented. Topics include sales of craft beer in 2013, increase in the number of breweries operating in the U.S. and number of brewpub openings. The meeting was attended by several executives and high-ranking government officials including John Hickenlooper, Paul Gatza and Bart Watson.

The article focuses on the checklist for the Distribution Contract for the Craft Brewers. It mentions the checklist that includes knowledge about the law governing the relationship between brewers and their distributors, to precisely define the product and the related territories, and protect the trademark for marketing. It further mentions that the terms needs to be provided that would end the relationship between brewers and their distributors.

The article offers information on nominees for the Seventh Annual Craft Beer Distributor of the Year Award selected by the trade association National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and the trade group Brewers Association (BA). It mentions that the awards will be presented jointly by the organizations at the Great American Beer Festival on October 12, 2013. It informs that nominees include J.J. Taylor Distributing Florida Inc., Town & Country Distributing Inc., and Oak Beverage Inc.

The article offers the author's insights on the performance of craft brewers in the U.S. during the European Beer Star awards, which are accounted to the efforts of Brewers Association's Export Development Program (EDP).

The article reports that 1,366 U.S. craft brewers won at the European Beer Star, the annual competition sponsored by Association of Private Breweries of Germany. It mentions that the results of the competition were announced during the Brau Beviale exhibition in Nuremberg held in the middle of November 2012. The winners on various categories were included such as Brewery Ommegang, Pelican Pub & Brewery, and Boston Beer Co. Inc.

Information about the technical summit meeting of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas District Rocky Mountain held in Fort Collins, Colorado on June 22, 2012 is presented. It states that the summit meeting sponsored by the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition and the Beverage Business Institute. It indicates that the meeting included technical discussions, 12 technical posters and barbecue social gathering.

The article reports on the launch of Project 12, a specialty beer program by brewing company Anheuser-Busch (A-B) in the U.S. It is stated that twelve brewmaster at A-B's 12 breweries worked together to create their own Budweiser tribute beers using the proprietary yeast descended from the original Budweiser yeast culture. Brewmasters included in the list are Jim Bicklein of Missouri, Nickolas Mills of New York, and Katie Rippel of Colorado.

Several statistical tables are presented which list the top 30 craft brewers brands, top 50 craft packages and top Symphony IRI group LTD. craft styles in U.S. year to date ending April 15, 2012.

An interview with Phil Markowski, brewer at Two Roads Brewing Co. is presented. When asked about the company's setting up in Connecticut he says that the company has unique business plan which includes the launch of its own products as well as brewing and packaging for other companies. He talks about his relation with Connecticut and mentions that it holds potential for the craft brewing industry and for his firm. He believes that this job is dream come true for him in his home town.

The article announces the appointment of the 2011-2012 executive committee of the Masters Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) which include Michael Sutton, Horace Cunningham and Mary Pellettieri.

An interview with Greene King PLC's head brewer John Bexon and the company's export controller Carl Woodmansee is presented. When asked about the beer Old Crafty Hen, John refers to his intention of making vintage beer with a blend of old and young beers. When asked about the pub tenancy, Carl says that the tenancies are smaller, lower in volume and less lucrative.

The article focuses on the views of brewer Bryan Baird on Japanese craft brewing at the Japan Society, a non-profit organization in New York City, in a talk titled "Japan's Beer Revolution : The Birth, Death and Resurrection of Japanese Craft Brewing." He discusses the history of Japanese craft brewing, its role in Japanese food culture and also gives a brief overview of the breweries in Japan. He also discusses on the unavailability of Japanese craft beers in the hinterlands of Japan.

An interview with Vaclav Berka, brew master of Pilsner Urquell, is presented. When asked about how he makes Pilsner Urquell, he states the use of triple decoction and fermentation processes such as maturation and sedimentation. He states that they produce their own malt used in making beer and their processing steps provide excellent aroma and taste. Vaclav also mentions that it was his dream to work in a brewery like his father who used to work in a malting plant.

An interview with President William Olson of the Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois is presented. When asked about the event that has led to the passage of Illinois Senate Bill 754, he refers to the change in the legislation which only allows craft brewers to self-distribute. Olson reveals that he started to communicate with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild. He also mentions that Senator Donnie Trotter was concerned about the brewer who was greatly affected by the court decision.

An interview with brewers Larry Sidor of Deschutes Brewing Co. and Steven Pauwels of Boulevard Brewing Co. is presented. Pauwels says that they want to make a beer out of wheat and hops which resulted in the idea of White IPA. Sidor mentions that they added fresh lemon grass and used the Belgian Forbidden Fruit yeast strain on the brewing of White IPA. Sidor adds that they are going to Belgium to discuss beer craft in the U.S. among Belgian brewers.

The article reports on the approval of the Illinois House Senate Bill 754 stating that the craft brewer's definition is one that produces 15,000 barrels per year or less thus, they can apply for distribution exemption and can self-distribute 7,500 barrels annually .

The article reports on Senate Bill 754, the amended bill in Illinois Senate allowing craft brewers to self-distribute their product for 7, 500 barrels per year. It mentions that Illinois Craft Brewers Guild was worried on the volume limit on self-distribution since it go against the future of small brewers. It also says that Associated Beer Distribution of Illinois (ABDI), Illinois Licensed Beverage Association (ILBA), and Beverage Retailers Alliance of Illinois (BRAI) supported the bill.

The article focuses on the welcome address by Charlie Papazian, president of the Brewers Association (BA), at the yearly Craft Brewers Conference in 2011. Papazian says that the brewing industry uses the show of hands called "breweries in planning," as a barometer for its health. He stated the start of the Association of Brewers in the 1980s, which is now the BA. He also mentioned an interview with Howard Schultz, founder of Starbucks Corp., who spoke of the costumers' so-called need states.

An interview with Ed Stebbins, co-founder and brewer for Gritty Mcduff's Brewing Co. is presented. When asked about the beer culture in Maine, Stebbins responded saying that it's a sophisticated beer market. He believes that the people in Portland, Maine stick in the traditional style of choosing of beer. He asserts that running a brewpub is like having a brewery and at restaurant.

Information about several topics discussed at the Master Brewers Association of the Americans (MBAA) District Rocky Mountain spring meeting, held at the Anheuser-Busch Tour Center in Fort Collins, Colorado. Topics include discussion of the importance of good quality raw materials in beer production and the scholarships by the International Beverage Packaging Association (IBPA). Moreover, it also features the Treasurer's report of the district, which is substantial to support their members.

Photographs of several attendees at the Craft Brewers BrewExpo Chicago 2010 are presented including Alan Boom of Zeon, Otmar Weingarten of the Association of German Hop Growers, and Clint Gawart, national account manager.

The article offers information on the winter meeting of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) District Rocky Mountain, which was hosted by Great Divide Brewing Co. It states that Brian Dunn, who was the president and founder of the host brewery, discusses the brief history of the brewery, along with its challenges, growth, and evolution for 15 years. Meanwhile, the guests were toured around the brewery in which they were able to see the running production in urban neighborhood.

The article reports on the Tenth Anniversary of the Big Beers, Belgians & Barleywines Festival held at the Vail Cascade Resort & Spa from January 7-9, 2010 which was participated by brewmasters and brewery owners.

The article reports on the move of the California Small Brewers Association (CSBA) to rescind the law that will increase the processing fee for the brewery industry to almost 35 centavos per case as proposed by the Department of Conservation (DOC) in California.

The article mentions the challenges faced by craft brewers as consumers become selective with their purchases due to a recessionary economic climate.

The article reports on the changes in Washington D.C. discussed by Craig Purser, president of the National Beer Wholesalers Association, at the Joint Legislative Conference in 2009. According to Purser, the new Democratic-guided regulation will benefit the wholesalers. The article highlights the effective state-based regulatory system that has worked well for more than 75 years.

Information about the Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) Rocky Mountain's winter meeting at Odell Brewing Co. is presented. Topics include the goals for the district and International Beverage Packaging Association's (IBPA) interest in developing an ongoing association with the district. It featured several industry leaders including past district president Doug Odell, district president Jeff Biegert of New Belgium Brewing Co., and membership chair Dana Johnson of Birko Corp.

Information about the joint annual meeting of Rocky Mountain District of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) and American Association of Brewing Chemists, Wild West District at the MillerCoors Brewing Co. in Golden, Colorado on November 6, 2008 is presented. Topics include the death of MBAA member Matt Luhr, the district's membership growth, and creation of MBAA Brewing and Malting Science Course scholarship. The meeting was presided by district president Jeff Biegert.

Information about several topics discussed at the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) convention's panel discussion in San Francisco, California is presented. Topics include the growth of the high-end beer market, the impact of deals on consumer variety and choice, and the differentiation of high-end beer products. The panel discussion featured several industry leaders including CM Profit Group's Tom Fox, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.'s Ken Grossman, and Heineken USA Inc.'s Don Blaustein.

The article reports on the installation of a five-barrel pilot brewing system by Odell Brewing Co. to provide brewers with added flexibility and creativity with its small batch brews. It notes that the system will enable users to do two mashes to get the higher alcohol and provide a lot more stuff by turning over a lot more beer. It also notes that many of the beers produced in the pilot system go directly to consumers.

The article announces that U.S. brewer Deschutes Brewery Inc. has received trophies at the biannual competition International Brewing and Cider Awards 2015, which include Champion Smallpack Ale for Armory XPA, Champion Dark Beer for Black Butte Porter and Champion Specialty Beer for Red Chair NWPA.

The article offers information on the third European MicroBrew Symposium to be held in Nuremberg, Germany on November 10, 2014 in conjunction with the exhibitor Brau Beviale to discusses the evolution of small brewers in Europe with a focus on craft beer in Italy.

The article offers information on the sixth Great Lakes Water Conservation Conference for craft brewers to be held in Grand Rapids, Michigan from October 21-22, 2014.

The article presents information on the 2015 annual meeting of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) to be held in Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront in Jacksonville, Florida from October 7 to 10, 2015.

The article offers information on the Colorado Brewers' Festival to be held in Fort Collins, Colorado on June 28-29, 2014.