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Firestone Walker to Acquire Stone Brewing, Expanding California Craft Footprint
business1 month ago

Firestone Walker to Acquire Stone Brewing, Expanding California Craft Footprint

Firestone Walker announced it will acquire Stone Brewing from Sapporo USA, with the deal expected to close by Q2 2026. Stone’s beers and taprooms in San Diego, Oceanside and Pasadena will join Firestone’s portfolio, while production will shift from Escondido and Richmond to Firestone’s Paso Robles facility and Duvel USA’s Kansas City brewery. Stone’s Escondido facility is not part of the deal; Duvel will support national distribution east of the Rockies. Local marketing of Stone products is expected in the second half of 2026, and the move follows Firestone’s recent acquisition of Trumer Pils’ western operations.

via San Luis Obispo Tribune|
#acquisition#beer-industry#business
Stone Brewing Finds New Home Under Firestone Walker and Duvel Moortgat
business1 month ago

Stone Brewing Finds New Home Under Firestone Walker and Duvel Moortgat

Stone Brewing, San Diego’s largest craft brewer, is being acquired by Firestone Walker Brewing Company and Duvel Moortgat USA, bringing Stone’s beers and several taprooms under their umbrella while preserving the brand; the Escondido facility and bistro are not included, production will move to Firestone Walker’s Paso Robles facility and Duvel USA’s Missouri brewery, with distribution split regionally and Liberty Station continuing as a hospitality venue. The deal, expected to close this summer, comes as craft-beer volumes decline in the U.S. and Stone’s annual production has fallen to about 250,000 barrels, with about 300 local jobs in play during the transition.

via San Diego Union-Tribune|
#business#craft-beer#duvel-moortgat-usa
Chobani Founder Acquires San Francisco's Anchor Brewing
business2 years ago

Chobani Founder Acquires San Francisco's Anchor Brewing

Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya has purchased San Francisco's historic Anchor Brewing Co., which closed last summer after 127 years. Ulukaya plans to revive the brand, preserve its heritage, and keep it in its original Potrero Hill neighborhood. Anchor Brewing, known as America's first craft brewery, faced economic challenges and declining sales, leading to its closure. Ulukaya's acquisition aims to restore the brewery to its former glory.

via Fox Business|
#anchor-brewing#business#chobani
Lagunitas Shuts Chicago Brewery and Taproom, Moves Operations to California
business2 years ago

Lagunitas Shuts Chicago Brewery and Taproom, Moves Operations to California

Lagunitas Brewing Co. is closing its Chicago brewing operations and taproom due to declining sales and industry changes, relocating production to its original Petaluma, California site by early August. The closure affects 86 employees, some of whom will receive support services and job-placement assistance. Despite the move, Lagunitas will maintain its Chicago warehouse and continue servicing local bars, restaurants, and stores. The decision aims to create a more efficient supply chain and focus on sustainable brewing.

via Chicago Tribune|
#brewery-closure#business#chicago
"National Beer Day 2024: California's Top Craft Beers and Deals Across the Country"
food-and-drink2 years ago

"National Beer Day 2024: California's Top Craft Beers and Deals Across the Country"

National Beer Day on April 7 celebrates the legalization of beer and wine in the US after 13 years of prohibition. A survey by Casino.ca revealed that Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is California's favorite craft beer, followed by Stone IPA. The survey also found that pale ale is the state's favorite type of craft beer, with 83% of Californians drinking craft beer and 52% choosing it over other alcoholic beverages. The craft beer industry has seen significant growth, with the market expected to reach $140 billion in 2024.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#california#craft-beer#food-and-drink
"Community Mourns Closure of Wooden Robot Brewery After Co-Founder's Tragic Death"
obituary2 years ago

"Community Mourns Closure of Wooden Robot Brewery After Co-Founder's Tragic Death"

The Charlotte brewing community is mourning the sudden loss of Dan Wade, the head brewer and co-founder of Wooden Robot Brewery, who tragically passed away after an accident at the brewery. Known for his meticulous brewing process and passion for creating exceptional beers, Dan's impact on the craft beer scene in Charlotte was profound. His memory will be cherished and his legacy will live on through the outpouring of tributes from friends, colleagues, and the community.

via Charlotte magazine|
#brewing-community#charlotte#craft-beer
R. Shea Brewing Faces Financial Crisis, Announces Closure of Akron Locations
business2 years ago

R. Shea Brewing Faces Financial Crisis, Announces Closure of Akron Locations

R. Shea Brewing in Akron, Ohio, is closing both of its locations due to a confluence of financial challenges, shifting market conditions, and the post-Covid economic climate. Despite efforts to raise funds through a crowd-funding venture, the brewery's owner, Ron Shea, found the decision to be inevitable after facing mounting financial concerns and a decline in craft beer consumption. The closure reflects broader challenges in the craft beer industry, with other breweries also experiencing financial difficulties amidst changing consumer habits and market dynamics.

via cleveland.com|
#brewery-closure#business#craft-beer
Chicago Welcomes New York's Other Half Brewing
food-and-drink2 years ago

Chicago Welcomes New York's Other Half Brewing

The Ramova Theatre in Chicago, which has been closed since 1985, is set to reopen with a restaurant featuring a resurrected South Side chili recipe and a craft beer destination created by New York-based Other Half Brewing. The $23 million project aims to bring back the venue's glory days as a music hall, with an estimated capacity of 1,500 and plans for 150 events per year. Other Half Ramova will offer around 80 tap lines, including IPAs and lagers, and will collaborate with artists for special beers to mark appearances at the venue. The opening is expected in November.

via Eater Chicago|
#brewery#chicago#craft-beer