Wooden Bear Brewing Co. is Greenfield, Ind.’s first craft brewery. Founded in 2014, it’s been steadily making a name for itself on the underserved (from a craft beer standpoint) far… Read More

It doesn’t matter if you’re an astrophysicist, microbiologist, witch doctor or craft brewer, a scientist needs space to work — a comfortable laboratory, correct equipment, an educated staff and (if… Read More

Liquidity options are plentiful for owners of craft breweries: strategic sale, private equity, management buyout, family transfer, leveraged recapitalization. Which path should you take? Harpoon, New Belgium, Odell, Left Hand… Read More

Your CBB team tries to remain a neutral observer of the beer business world. Sure, we are snarky jerks when it comes to commenting on laws and regulation we find… Read More

So you’re in Michigan and want to open a microbrewery. If this desire is more than talk after downing a couple high alcohol beers, here’s a brief list of steps… Read More

Nothing says Tuesday fun like taxes. Luckily, the Beer Institute knows both fun and taxes. Perhaps we’re generalizing here, but the trade association does represent the whole of the $253… Read More

The relationship between craft brewer and distributor reminds me of pro wrestling. One day, the two sides are babyfaces, tag teaming to sell beer and giving high fives; then the… Read More

It takes a village, and Beau’s All Natural Brewing Co. understands that. From the brewmaster to the kettle cleaner, a craft brewery depends on the commitment of its hard-working employees… Read More

Even rock and roll can be commoditized. Just ask Beer Voltron. Being a metaphorical robot of ever increasing proportion, programmed with an insatiable thirst for wealth and control, Beer Voltron… Read More

Happy hours, daily drink specials and promotions are popular incentives used by retail licensees to attract business, remain competitive and satisfy their customers’ expectations. In implementing these practices, however, licensees… Read More