Virgina Governor Signs Legislation to Support Local Craft Breweries

• May 15, 2012

Governor McDonnell signs two pieces of legislation that help craft breweries and enhance the local economy.

Andreas Fält Selected as Brewers Association American Craft Beer Ambassador

• May 14, 2012

The Brewers Association and its Export Development Subcommittee have selected Andreas Fält to cover Europe as an American Craft Beer Ambassador within the BA's Export Development Program.

Brewpub Resources to Help Your Business Succeed

• May 11, 2012

The new Brewpubs Section is designed to assist brewpub owners, brewers, and staff find resources specific to their business. These tools include ideas for beer and food pairing, beer styles, and much more.

2012 World Beer Cup® Winners Announced

• May 05, 2012

Brewers from around the world received awards from an elite international panel of judges in the 2012 Brewers Association World Beer Cup. The ninth bi-annual competition boasted the strongest field of entrants on record, with 17.7 percent more entries than in 2010.

2012 Brewers Association Achievement Awards Announced

• May 03, 2012

In keeping with Craft Brewers Conference tradition, the Brewers Association presented a trio of awards to influential members of the brewing community.

Kevin Kozak

Kevin Kozak is head brewer at Front Street Brewery in Wilmington, N.C.

Brewers Guild Update: Pennsylvania

Acacia Coast attends the Brewers of Pennsylvania annual guild meeting.

Small Brewers on Capitol Hill

Small brewers spend time in the nation's capital.

What's That Sound? The BPA Clock is Ticking.

BPA is in the news this week. I don't mean Belgian Pale Ale. I mean Bisphenol-A. The FDA will rule on whether to accept or reject a Natural Resources Defense Council petition on the suitability of epoxy-based liners that contain BPA going forward.

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