For years, Blue Moon drinkers have accepted one of beer’s great little contradictions. The beer called Blue Moon was never actually blue, just as the celestial event that inspired its name is not really blue either. But That's about to change.
(Courtesy Terrapin Beer Co.) With Memorial Day now in the rearview mirror, Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season. Maggie’s Farm (Athens, [...]
Memorial Day is, first and foremost, a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring military personnel who died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. And this is a sacrifice we should never forget.
Memorial Day is the one day of the year when America stops to remember its fallen men and women who heroically served in our Armed Forces. It also marks the unofficial start of summer – a time for cookouts - and friends and family getting together over food and drinks. So you’re gonna need beer.
Festive foods take on new meaning when made with serious beer. And who doesn’t like a hot, bratwurst sandwich, especially on Memorial Day, with a pork sausage poached in the right Pale Ale.
Maine has quietly become one of America’s most rewarding beer states.. The scenery doesn’t hurt, of course. With its deep pine forests, rocky coastlines, lobster shacks and small harbor towns Maine speaks to travelers even without its beer. But over the last two decades, Maine’s brewers have turned the state into a serious destination for craft beer lovers too.
First Brazil, then the world, Heineken has officially entered the "premium fit beer" market with the launch of Heineken Ultimate, a brand new lower-calorie, gluten-free beer variation. We’ve that “Words to Drink By” and more.
Some developments made craft beer bigger. Others forced brewers to adapt. A few probably seemed unthinkable back in the early 2010s, when IPA arms races and extreme beer experimentation ruled the day.
Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season.
Every summer has its unofficial sport. Some years it is beach volleyball. Some years it feels like cornhole has taken over every backyard in America. But according to Bud Light, Summer has always been about grilling, and this year the beer giant is leaning into that idea with help from two NFL legends.
Brooklyn Brewery may only be moving a few blocks away, but it is clearly planning for a much larger future.
Australia, now one of the richest beer cultures in the world, is also home to the Melbourne Royal Australian International Beer Awards an intense competition that celebrates the world's best brews.
Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season.
For generations, Schlitz was more than just another American lager. It was a giant of the brewing world, a beer so dominant that it once claimed the title of the largest brewery on the planet. Its slogan, "The Beer That Made Milwaukee Famous," was not marketing exaggeration.
Anheuser-Busch St Louis brewery not closing / credit: Anheuser-Busch) The beer biz never sleeps at American Craft Beer. And here’s just some of what’s been happening in the beer world while you were enjoying the weekend. Decades-Old Anheuser-Busch [...]
Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season. Yeti Sighting (Denver, CO) – Summertime sometimes calls for something bolder, and Great Divide Brewing offers a [...]
Bangers & Mash is a traditional British and Irish comfort food consisting of sausages served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. It’s also a dish that’s more delicious when cooked with the right beer.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 games are nearing and Miller Lite is making moves to get in on the action with a legendary piece of beer swag that you might want to chase down. Say hello to the Miller Time MVP Matchball, but its not what you think.
According to new research, beer drinkers tend to have lower-quality diets, engage in less physical activity, and are more likely to smoke cigarettes. We’ve that, “Words to Drink By” and more. Karbach Brewing Rebrands 4 Iconic Beers Karbach Brewing, Texas's [...]
(Courtesy Anheuser-Busch) The FIFA World Cup 2026 games are nearing and Michelob Ultra is making a serious play for beer-loving soccer fans. The nation’s #1 bestselling beer has unveiled “The Superior Match,” a big-budget commercial packed with football [...]
Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season.
There are beers that feel tied to a place, and then there’s Shiner. For more than a century, this Texas favorite has managed to stay both proudly regional and nationally beloved. Even people who have never set foot in the Lone Star State usually recognize that iconic beer label with the ram on it
One of the most polarizing “budget beers” ever is making its return as part of Molon Coors’ 2026 strategy. We’ve that, “Words to Drink By” and more.
Out of 353 total medals awarded globally, 44 California breweries brought home 68 awards. And not only did California dominate the event, they nearly took home 25% of the competitions gold medals.
Summer is ON and the beer biz is addressing things with an always interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season.
Just when you thought the beer biz had squeezed every possible idea out of fruit-flavored brews, along comes a rivalry nobody saw coming. Apple beer season is ON and this time the things are getting personal.
The beer biz never sleeps at American Craft Beer. And here’s just some of what’s been happening in the beer world while you were enjoying the weekend.
Summer is ON and brewers are adressing things with an interesting roster of beers that pair brilliantly with the season.
Festive foods take on new meaning when made with serious craft beer. And who doesn’t like chocolate and beer, especially mom.
We sometimes assume our regular readers understand most of the beer terminology we use. But even after more than 15 years of publishing at American Craft Beer, we still occasionally run into beer terms that send us looking for a [...]

