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No Hops, No Barley, No Beer: Brewers Association Advocates for Federal Research Funding on Capitol Hill Capitol Hill Beer Meetings

No Hops, No Barley, No Beer: Brewers Association Advocates for Federal Research Funding on Capitol Hill

Last week, the BA, along with barley and hop industry partners, urged Congress to support USDA Agricultural Research Service funding and key agricultural policies.Read More

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Technical Brewing Projects Director

Chuck joined the Brewers Association staff in 2013 after a long career as a craft brewer. He opened Tennesseeā€™s first brewpub, Boscos, in 1992. As an owner and director of brewery operations for Boscos Brewing Company, he opened additional brewpubs in Memphis, Nashville, and Little Rock, Arkansas. In 2007, Chuck opened and operated Ghost River Brewing in Memphis. He has served as chair of the Association of Brewers Board of Advisors, chair of the Association of Brewers Board of Directors, and was a member of the first Board of Directors for the Brewers Association. In his capacity as technical brewing projects manager, Chuck works with the Technical Committee and the safety, sustainability, quality, draught beer quality, engineering, and supply chain subcommittees to encourage and facilitate best practices in all phases of Brewers Association members' brewery operations.

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Phones Down. Beers Up!

Phones Down. Beers Up!

National Beer Day is a celebration of the first major victory in the battle to repeal Prohibition. It's also an untapped opportunity for brewers. It's a chance to show pride in what we do, and some swagger about who we are and what we contribute. Letā€™s own April 7 as a full-on craft beer movement. Rally your people!Read More

From the Brewhouse to Capitol Hill: Brewers Meet with Congress Brewers Association Hill Climb

From the Brewhouse to Capitol Hill: Brewers Meet with Congress

Nearly 100 small and independent brewers, guild leaders, and industry suppliers headed to Capitol Hill on February 25 to advocate key legislative priorities at the BAā€™s annual Hill Climb.Read More

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Special Projects Coordinator

Marc Preo serves as the special projects coordinator on the Government Affairs team tracking federal regulatory affairs and state bill and rulemaking activity. A longtime homebrewing hobbyist and craft beer enthusiast, Marc enjoys spending as much time as he can in the mountains snowboarding, Nordic touring, and mountain biking.

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Brewers Association Board of Directors Kicks Off 2026 Term Brewers Association Board of Directors 2026
Front row (L-R): Bart Watson (BA President & CEO), Leah Cheston, Audra Gaiziunas, Jason Lavery. Middle Row: Sierra Grossman, Melissa Romano, Nicole Smith, Jess Griego, Jason Perkins. Back Row: Chris Herron, Jason Spaulding, Bill Butcher, Fred Matt, Pamela Brulotte, Mitch Steele, Tomme Arthur.

Brewers Association Board of Directors Kicks Off 2026 Term

The Brewers Association announced its 2026Ā board of directors, with two new representatives joining the 16-person board.Read More

Philadelphia’s Craft Beer Scene Is Ready for Its Close-Up

Philadelphia’s Craft Beer Scene Is Ready for Its Close-Up

Tara Nurin breaks down Philadelphia's best beer destinations ā€” from OG institutions to buzzy newcomers ā€” so you can hit the ground running when CBC kicks off in April. Read More

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Tara Nurin is an internationally recognized TV journalist, beer/spirits author, and workplace wellbeing coach specializing in the food, beverage, and hospitality industry. She regularly covers the Philly beer scene.

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Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs United States Supreme Court

Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs

The Supreme Court struck down IEEP-based tariffs, ruling the president lacked congressional authority to impose them. Learn what this means for brewers, trade negotiations, and what comes next.Read More

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President & CEO

Bart Watson, president and chief executive officer for the Brewers Association, is a stats geek, beer lover, and Certified Cicerone. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where in addition to his dissertation, he completed a comprehensive survey of Bay Area brewpubs one pint at a time. You can follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter, @BrewersStats.

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Shaping U.S. Aluminum Policy: Our Priorities and Path Forward Canning line with colorful background

Shaping U.S. Aluminum Policy: Our Priorities and Path Forward

We're engaging the Trump administration on aluminum policy prioritiesā€”from primary input costs to downstream derivativesā€”to ensure U.S. manufacturers can compete on a level playing field.Read More

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President & CEO

Bart Watson, president and chief executive officer for the Brewers Association, is a stats geek, beer lover, and Certified Cicerone. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, where in addition to his dissertation, he completed a comprehensive survey of Bay Area brewpubs one pint at a time. You can follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter, @BrewersStats.

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BA Testifies in Georgia and Nebraska to Support Small Brewery Distribution Rights Testifying in Georgia and the Nebraska State Capital

BA Testifies in Georgia and Nebraska to Support Small Brewery Distribution Rights

Last week, the Brewers Association testified in Georgia for self-distribution rights and in Nebraska for franchise law reform to help small breweries access the marketplace.Read More

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State Government Affairs Director

Sam DeWitt works state government affairs for the Brewers Association, and has lobbied craft beer bills from the east coast to Hawaii, on a wide range of topics from franchise reform and excise tax to self-distribution and direct-to-consumer shipping of beer. He has a Bachelor of Arts in broadcast journalism from the University of Montana and fell in love with craft brewing as an undergraduate in Missoula.

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Public Coast Brewing Co. Announces New Limited Edition Peach Cream Soda and the Return of the StackStock Candy Cap Stout

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Carlin Rasky 850.228.5634 carlin@lawrence-pr.comĀ  Public Coast Brewing Co. Announces New Limited Edition Peach Cream Soda and the Return of the StackStock Candy Cap Stout Cannon Beachā€™s favorite brewpub celebrates its 10th anniversary with new releases and the return of live music …Read More

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By Alexa Brown

Public Coast Brewing

ā€œOf the Brewers. By the Brewers. For the Brewers.ā€ Official Commemorative Beer Announced for the 2026 Craft Brewers ConferenceĀ® & BrewExpo AmericaĀ® in Philadelphia

The official commemorative beer for the 2026 Craft Brewers ConferenceĀ® & BrewExpo AmericaĀ® (CBCĀ®) has been announced: Of the Brewers. By the Brewers. For the Brewers, a 4.7% ABV pale lager brewed as a true industry collaboration across every tier …Read More

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Vice President of Marketing & Communications

Ann Obenchain is the Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the Brewers Association. Ann develops and leads the strategic direction of the association's marketing and communications activities, and serves as spokesperson with the media for events, including the Great American Beer Festival, Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America, World Beer Cup, and Homebrew Con.

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WSET gains Ofqual regulation for beer qualifications

WSET gains Ofqual regulation for beer qualifications Ā  London, UK, 25 February 2026 ā€“ WSET, the global leader in drinks education, is delighted to announce that its Level 1 and Level 2 Awards in Beer are now regulated by Ofqual.Ā  Ofqual regulation strengthens …Read More

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By Alice James

WSET

Melvin Brewing Drops the Mic with Its New Method IPA

Melvin Brewing Launches Method Series, Kicking Off with Bold New IPA Melvin blends innovation, hop-forward experimentation, and seasonal strategy in latest release Alpine, WY – January 18th, 2026 – Melvin Brewing Co., a brewery nationally recognized for pushing the boundaries of craft …Read More

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By Melvin Brewing Company

Press release – Scott Fielder Earns Title of Master CiceroneĀ®

CHICAGO ā€” January 15 ā€” The CiceroneĀ® Certification Program is proud to announce that Scott Fielder has become the 29th person to earn the title of Master Cicerone. Fielder achieved a passing score after completing two days of intense written essays, oral …Read More

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By Barry Elwonger

Cicerone Certification Program

Beer Industry Unites in National Day of Action to Champion Beer as the Beverage for Moderation

Washington, D.C. ā€”The nationā€™s leading beer trade associations are joining together today for a first-of-its-kind Day of Action, celebrating the versatility of beer as the beverage for moderation. Kicking off coordinated efforts, the Day of Action amplifies Itā€™s Me, Beer …Read More

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Vice President of Marketing & Communications

Ann Obenchain is the Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the Brewers Association. Ann develops and leads the strategic direction of the association's marketing and communications activities, and serves as spokesperson with the media for events, including the Great American Beer Festival, Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America, World Beer Cup, and Homebrew Con.

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