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Ann Arbor’s Mothfire Brewing Co. celebrating anniversary with Saturday bash
Read full article: Ann Arbor’s Mothfire Brewing Co. celebrating anniversary with Saturday bashSaturday's event will kick off at noon with the inaugural release of Motfire’s Revolve Imperial Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout and Gin Barrel-Aged Osborn Mist.
159,152 bottles of wine shipped illegally into Michigan over 3 months last year, officials say
Read full article: 159,152 bottles of wine shipped illegally into Michigan over 3 months last year, officials sayMichigan officials say nearly 160,000 bottles of wine were shipped into the state illegally during a three-month span last year.
Michigan’s beer industry chugs along: $9.9 billion to state’s economy
Read full article: Michigan’s beer industry chugs along: $9.9 billion to state’s economyNew data from the Beer Institute and the National Beer Wholesalers Association show the U.S. beer industry supports 66,990 jobs in Michigan and contributes more than $9.9 billion to the state’s economy.
No, yeah, we’re going to try Bell’s new Midwest-inspired beer
Read full article: No, yeah, we’re going to try Bell’s new Midwest-inspired beerYou’re for sure going to have to try Bell’s new beer with a polite Midwestern name: “No, Yeah.”The West Michigan-based brewery announced a new Golden Ale, a year-round release that will begin shipping next week in Michigan and in surrounding Midwest states. Bell’s says the beer is a lighter craft beer with a slightly sweet flavor profile. This beer will appeal to those who are looking for another alternative to higher ABV beers, something that is crisp and refreshing and not too hoppy.”The “No, Yeah” name is an ode to some polite Midwestern slang. Phrases like “ope”, " ‘scuse me” and “let me sneak past ya” are all part of the beer’s packaging and marketing campaign. No, Yeah will be available to purchase at the Bell’s General Store and Eccentric Cafe in downtown Kalamazoo on Jan. 18.
New Holland Brewing Co. introduces light ale made with Lake Michigan water
Read full article: New Holland Brewing Co. introduces light ale made with Lake Michigan waterHOLLAND, Mich. – New Holland Brewing Co.'s newest offering is a light white ale brewed with Lake Michigan water. The Holland, Michigan brewery recently introduced Lightpoint Functional White Ale, a brew the company says is made with natural ingredients, including raw honey, coconut water and orange peels. "We all look forward to the light point in our day or in our workout,” said Adam Dickerson, New Holland brand manager. “Here in west Michigan, the sunset over Lake Michigan symbolizes that moment of rest. Lightpoint Functional White Ale will be available across the brewery’s distribution network beginning March 1.
Bell’s Two Hearted Ale among most checked in beers on Untappd this year
Read full article: Bell’s Two Hearted Ale among most checked in beers on Untappd this yearCOMSTOCK, Mich. – Only one Michigan-made beer landed on the list of the 10 most checked in beers on Untappd -- Bell’s Two Hearted Ale. The app Untappd allows users to check in beers, rate the brews, share suggestions with their friends and keep track of their favorites. According to stats from the app, beer drinkers posted they were drinking Two Hearted 124,577 times this year. Bell’s Brewery is in Comstock, Mich. Two Hearted has consistently been listed among the most popular beers in the country. Top 10 most checked in beers in 2019:
Michigan breweries craft special releases to help beer delivery driver after brain tumor discovery
Read full article: Michigan breweries craft special releases to help beer delivery driver after brain tumor discoveryDETROIT – Breweries across Michigan and beyond banded together after a tumor was discovered on a beer delivery driver’s brain. M4 CIC, the beer wholesaler Baker works for, asked the breweries it works with to help. Detroit’s Batch Brewing Company is currently brewing a fresh batch of O.P.G. Each year, the Drafting Table Brewing Company in Wixom picks a nonprofit to support on Christmas Eve. Other breweries expected to help with beer releases over the next few months include Brew Detroit, City Built Brewing Company, Ellison Brewery and Spirits and Speciation Artisan Ales.
Griffin Claw Brewing Co.’s 3 Scrooges winter ale returns for holiday season
Read full article: Griffin Claw Brewing Co.’s 3 Scrooges winter ale returns for holiday seasonBIRMINGHAM, Mich. – Griffin Claw Brewing Co.'s winter warmer, 3 Scrooges, returns this season. The festive ale is brewed with orange peel, honey and spices. Whether you think it’s too early for Christmas and are saying, “Bah humbug,” or you’re anxiously awaiting the holidays, you can enjoy the brew next week. The beer will be available at the Birmingham, Michigan taproom and stores. The taproom is at 575 South Eton Street in Birmingham.
Cold Brew Detroit variety packs include new Mocha Habanero coffee beer
Read full article: Cold Brew Detroit variety packs include new Mocha Habanero coffee beerDETROIT – Brew Detroit introduced cold brew variety packs that have four coffee beers, including a new flavor -- Mocha Habanero. The Cold Brew Detroit packs contain a can of the Regular coffee stout, Churro, Horchata and Mocha Habanero. Churro, Horchata, and Mocha Habanero are currently on tap at the Brew Detroit taproom at 1401 Abbott in Detroit. The four-packs will be available Nov. 24.
Founders Brewing Co.'s new take on KBS includes extra coffee kick
Read full article: Founders Brewing Co.'s new take on KBS includes extra coffee kickGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Founders Brewing Co. announced a new take on its popular Kentucky Breakfast Stout. KBS Espresso will get an extra coffee kick by being aged on espresso beans after it is removed from the barrels. RELATED: Founders to donate profits from Detroit taproom to local charities for 3 yearsThe Michigan brewery is using coffee beans from Grand Rapids-based Ferris Coffee & Nut. “But for our first ever “official” variant of KBS, we decided to amplify a flavor that’s already at the heart of this beer – coffee." Use the Founders beer finder here.
Welcome colder weather with a beer from Perrin Brewing Co.’s Winter Warmer Pack
Read full article: Welcome colder weather with a beer from Perrin Brewing Co.’s Winter Warmer PackCOMSTOCK PARK, Mich. – Perrin Brewing Co.'s Winter Warmer Pack includes three beers perfect for cold days. As the temperatures drop, crack open a Coffee Latte Brown Ale, or a Perrin Black Ale, or maybe a Blonde Porter. RELATED: Perrin’s Barrel-Aged Specialty Pack features Malted Milk Ball, Perrin Reserve beersThe coffee beer is a new addition to the Comstock Park, Michigan, brewery’s lineup. The Perrin Pub at 5910 Comstock Park Drive in Comstock Park. Coffee Latte is brewed with Germack Coffee’s I-75 blend, an accessible road trip blend that’s dark-roasted, earthy, full-bodied and smooth.
Perrin Brewing Co.’s Barrel-Aged Specialty Pack features Malted Milk Ball, Perrin Reserve beers
Read full article: Perrin Brewing Co.’s Barrel-Aged Specialty Pack features Malted Milk Ball, Perrin Reserve beersCOMSTOCK PARK, Mich. – A limited-release Barrel-Aged Specialty Pack from Perrin Brewing Co. features Malted Milk Ball and Perrin Reserve. The special pack from the Comstock Park, Michigan, brewery includes a 22-ounce bottle of each beer and a 10-ounce Perrin Reserve glass. Malted Milk Ball, a 12 percent ABV brew, was aged in oak bourbon barrels for nine months. Perrin Reserve, also a 12 percent ABV beer, was aged in bourbon barrels. The pack can be found at the Perrin Pub at 5910 Comstock Park Drive in Comstock Park and at select Michigan retailers.
Founders Brewing Co., employee reach settlement in racial discrimination lawsuit
Read full article: Founders Brewing Co., employee reach settlement in racial discrimination lawsuitDETROIT – Founders Brewing Co. and an employee who filed a racial discrimination lawsuit against the Michigan brewery have reached a settlement agreement. The terms of the agreement between Founders and Tracy Evans will not be discussed, according to a Facebook post from the brewery. READ MORE: Founders Brewing faces backlash amid lawsuit, closuresEvans filed a lawsuit against the brewery, alleging he was fired from the company because he was black, among other accusations of a racist culture. Statement from Founders co-founders Mike Stevens and Dave Engbers:"We are pleased to settle this case and focus on the future. I don’t know what happens from here within the doors of Founders Brewing Co.
Black Lotus Brewing Co. in Clawson closing after 13 years
Read full article: Black Lotus Brewing Co. in Clawson closing after 13 yearsCLAWSON, Mich. – Black Lotus Brewing Co. will close its doors this week after spending 13 years in Clawson. The owner told employees Monday that Black Lotus is closing Thursday because business hasn’t been good enough to stay open. Manager Christina Teichman said brewery employees are trying to figure out what to do now that they are out of jobs. Teichman said the owner told them not to immediately cash their checks when they receive them Friday. “When I talked to the owner, he said he would let us know when we could cash them," she said.