Best Brewbound Podcasts (2025)

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Live from CBC – Right Proper’s Leah Cheston and Hi-Wire’s Adam Charnack 50:36

3d ago50:36

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Craft Brewers Conference conversations continue on the Brewbound Podcast with a pair of interviews featuring Right Proper Brewing co-owner and Brewers Association board chairwoman Leah Cheston and Hi-Wire Brewing co-owner Adam Charnack. Cheston and Brewbound managing editor Jessica Infante discuss Executive Order Me a Beer – Right Proper’s pay-it-f…

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Brewing a New Look: Prairie Malt’s Bold Refresh 5:40

4d ago5:40

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In this Brewbound Podcast episode, Prairie Malt's Regional Craft Manager for North America, Liam Colford, discusses the company's bold rebranding efforts and the motivations behind them. Recognizing that ingredient suppliers often appear traditional or outdated, Prairie Malt decided to inject more personality and creativity into its brand. The refr…

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Brewers Association CEO Bart Watson on the State of the Craft Beer 49:37

10d ago49:37

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Brewers Association (BA) president and CEO Bart Watson entered the Brewbound Podcast studio last week fresh off stage from giving his State of the Industry speech at the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference (CBC). Watson discussed key takeaways from his speech, including why the 4% volume decline for craft last year wasn’t everyone’s experience, as 43% of…

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CBC Week is Here; Plus, Drawdown Founder Liz Nicol 40:51

17d ago40:51

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The Brewers Association’s Craft Brewers Conference has taken over Indianapolis, and the Brewbound team gives a vibe check on the first day of the largest meeting of craft brewers in the U.S. Justin, Jess and Zoe recap early presentations from BA board chair Leah Cheston, president and CEO Bart Watson and Trillium founders JC and Esther Tetreault an…

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Brewers Association Staff Economist Matt Gacioch on Craft Brewers’ ‘Realistic’ Mindsets, Industry Trends, Headwinds & CBC 48:24

24d ago48:24

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When Brewers Association (BA) staff economist Matt Gacioch is asked whether craft brewers are optimistic or pessimistic, his response is “brewers are realistic.” “They are understanding that this is a new environment that they are operating in,” Gacioch said during the latest edition of the Brewbound Podcast. “Mid-April 2025 is very different than …

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Top 50 Breweries, a California Craft-on-Craft Merger and a Conversation with Ibotta 44:12

1M ago44:12

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The Brewbound team catches up on the latest headlines, including the Brewers Association's release of its top 50 breweries lists and updated data; the newest craft-on-craft merger between Fort Point Beer Co. and HenHouse Brewing in California; the closure of another Monster-owned production brewery; the surprise shutdown of a craft-centric distribu…

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Crafting Tech for Craft Makers: Arryved’s All-In-One POS and Capital Solution for Breweries 4:43

1M ago4:43

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In this Brewbound Podcast interview, Ray Latif sat down with Ron Nelson, VP of Sales at Arryved, to discuss how the Boulder-based technology company is revolutionizing the craft beverage industry with its brewery-first approach to POS systems and now, funding. Originally founded out of Avery Brewing Co., Arryved was created to solve a challenge tha…

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The Latest Spirits News, Plus Colorado Craft-on-Craft Brewery Deals 41:16

1M ago41:16

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Tariffs and economic uncertainty were hot topics during the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ (DISCUS) annual meeting in late March. BevNET spirits editor Ferron Salniker joins this week’s Brewbound Podcast to share the scuttlebutt from the meeting, including trends to watch, distributor consolidation and supplier jumps to beer distri…

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Exploring the Future of Hops: Hop Products Australia’s Latest Harvest & Innovations 4:13

1M ago4:13

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In this Brewbound interview, host Ray Latif speaks with Chris Swersey of Hop Products Australia and Steve Luke of Cloudburst Brewing to discuss the latest hop harvest, new investments in processing, and exciting beer collaborations. Chris shares insights on HPA’s recent harvest, noting that yields and quality were well above average. He also highli…

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Road Report from the New England Craft Brew Summit 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

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What’s going on in the country’s second-densest craft beer state? The Brewbound team hit the road to Portland, Maine, to find out. While in town for the New England Craft Brew Summit, Brewbound managing editor Jess Infante and senior reporter Zoe Licata checked in with 3 leaders to take the pulse of Maine’s formidable (and cheerfully collaborative)…

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An Exit Interview with Bell’s Brewery EVP Carrie Yunker 28:21

2M ago28:21

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Carrie Yunker ended her more than two-decade run at Bell’s Brewery on a high note Monday – Oberon Day, the annual release of the company’s spring-summer seasonal wheat beer. Yunker, who started at the Michigan craft brewery as a part-time receptionist and ended up leading the company as founder Larry Bell’s handpicked successor, kicked off the fest…

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Rob Tod on 30 Years of Allagash 50:13

2M ago50:13

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Allagash Brewing will celebrate its 30th anniversary this summer, and founder Rob Tod knows where he’ll be and what he’ll be drinking on the brewery’s birthday, July 1 – an Allagash White at the Great Lost Bear, the taphouse that served the first pint of White in Portland, Maine. “I remember it like it was yesterday. That was our very first draftli…

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Introducing...Nombase! 12:00

2M ago12:00

12:00

We're launching something BIG at BevNET, NOSH, and Brewbound, and you're invited to be the first to see it! Introducing Nombase — a new digital community and directory built for the CPG world. Nombase connects CPG professionals with trusted industry partners, AI-powered insights, timely conversations, company announcements, and job opportunities — …

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A St. Patrick’s Day Primer with Guinness 47:49

2M ago47:49

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Guinness is synonymous with U.S. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. National ambassador Ryan Wagner joins the Brewbound Podcast to discuss preparation for the holiday, how the Splitting the G viral phenomenon has played a role in the brand’s upward trajectory and introduces it to new consumers. Wagner also discusses the on-premise rebound following th…

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World Brewing Alliance Justin Kissinger on Global Beer Hot Topics 1:04:05

2M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

World Brewing Alliance CEO Justin Kissinger dishes on the global beer market, non-alcoholic beer trends, the rise of West African ancient grain fonio and emerging markets. In addition, Kissinger dives into the dietary guidelines that are under review and may be revised. He also shares his favorite places in the world to drink beer. Plus, the Brewbo…

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An Energy Drink M&A Crash Course 33:47

3M ago33:47

33:47

In a very special crossover episode, BevNET managing editor Martín Caballero joins the Brewbound Podcast to break down the blockbuster Celsius/Alani Nu deal. Marty discusses what energy deals usually mean for the beer distributors that built the acquired brands, current trends in non-alc energy and functional drinks and what brewers can learn from …

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Non-Alc Beer Has a Record Dry January in Grocery Stores 36:33

3M ago36:33

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January 2025 was a record month for non-alcoholic (NA) beer in grocery stores. NA beer claimed a 4.2% share of beer grocery sales during the month, according to NIQ food store data shared by Bump Williams Consulting. The Brewbound team discusses how Dry January shook out, plus why industry leaders are bullish on regional cider; how the dots connect…

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Lawson’s Finest CEO on a Decade of Sip of Sunshine 48:29

3M ago48:29

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2025 marks a milestone year for Lawson’s Finest Liquids and its flagship Sip of Sunshine IPA. How will the Vermont craft brewery celebrate? CEO Adeline Druart shares details on the latest Brewbound Podcast. Druart, who took over as CEO in June 2023, shares the keys to keeping Sip growing, including a commitment to cold-chain distribution. She also …

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How New Orleans’ Southern Eagle Preps for Super Bowl Sunday – and Mardi Gras 1:03:09

3M ago1:03:09

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Super Bowl LIX (59) kicks off on February 9 in New Orleans. What’s life like for the Anheuser-Busch distributor in one of the country’s biggest party towns ahead of one of the beer industry’s biggest days? Brandon Frederick, VP of sales; Greg Naquin, director of off-premise sales; and Kris Cutrell, director of on-premise sales walk through the prep…

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Pitch Slam Winner Hurray’s Girl Beer 49:36

4M ago49:36

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Hurray’s Girl Beer won Brewbound’s 2024 Pitch Slam competition during the Brewbound Live business conference last month in Marina del Rey, California. Founder Ray Biebuyck joins the Brewbound Podcast to discuss how Hurray’s Girl Beer is working to reclaim the term “Girl Beer,” the brand’s post-ironic, satirical and humorous vibe and why it’s attemp…

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The Year in Beer 2024 1:01:55

4M ago1:01:55

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A tough year for craft. Big changes at the Brewers Association. A billionaire saving Anchor from the abyss. Looming dietary guidelines for alcoholic beverages … 2024 was a whirlwind. To wrap up the year that was, the Brewbound team is joined by Christopher Shepard, senior editor of Beer Marketer’s Insights, and Dave Infante, author of the Fingers n…

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New Belgium CEO Shaun Belongie on Asheville Recovery Efforts, Mini Ripper Cans, Hard Refreshers and Oberon Light 59:05

4M ago59:05

59:05

New Belgium Brewing resumed brewing at its Asheville, North Carolina-based production facility this week for the first time since Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on the region and shut down the brewery’s operations. It was a significant stoppage for the company as the Asheville brewery accounted for around 40% of New Belgium’s total output. In the w…

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Barrel One Collective Execs Discuss Deal That Merged Harpoon and Smuttynose 36:33

4M ago36:33

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Leaders of the newly former Barrel One Collective shared their vision for the new platform, which was formed from the merger of Harpoon Brewery’s parent company Mass. Bay Brewing and Smuttynose’s home of FinestKind Brewing. Harpoon co-founder and CEO Dan Kenary and FinestKind CEO Steve Kierstead explained how the platform came together, how open th…

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Garrett Oliver Dishes on Fonio Rising; Plus, Breeze Galindo Discusses the Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing & Distilling 1:02:15

5M ago1:02:15

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This week’s Brewbound Podcast features a pair of interviews with 2024 Brewbound Award Winners. Brooklyn Brewery brewmaster Garrett Oliver shares why fonio is a game-changing ancient grain for brewers. Brewbound named Brooklyn’s Fonio Rising series of beers its 2024 Best New Product. Plus, Breeze Galindo, director of operations of the Michael James …

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Bart Watson Shares His Vision for the Brewers Association 25:50

5M ago25:50

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Incoming Brewers Association (BA) president and CEO Bart Watson joined the Brewbound Podcast this week to share how he’s approaching the new role with the trade group. Watson, the BA’s VP of strategy and membership, was named as the successor to long-time leader Bob Pease, who will retire on January 3. Watson will take the post on January 6. On the…

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Brewers Association Picks a New CEO, A Brewbound Live Recap & the 2024 Person of the Year 43:19

5M ago43:19

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The Brewers Association has tapped Bart Watson to lead the trade group for small and independent brewers, following the planned retirement of Bob Pease. The Brewbound team breaks down the choice and the challenges ahead for Watson in his new role, as well as the larger industry after last week’s release of the “Year in Beer” report. Plus, Jess, Zoe…

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Meet Brewbound’s 2024 Craft Brewery, Large Brewery and Beyond Beer Company of the Year 42:33

5M ago42:33

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Brewbound revealed the winners of its 2024 awards during the Brewbound Live business conference this week in Marina del Rey, California. This week’s Brewbound Podcast features interviews with three of those award winners: The 2024 Craft Brewery of the Year, Coronado Brewing Company; The 2024 Large Brewery of the Year, Narragansett Beer; And the 202…

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Molson Coors Buys a Brewery, the BA Elects New Board Members and Krampus Talk 25:02

5M ago25:02

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The Brewbound returns from Thanksgiving breaks to discuss the pre-turkey day news dump, including Molson Coors’ agreement to purchase the intellectual property of Cruz Blanca and why the Mexican-inspired, Chicago-produced brand is now on the clock. Jess, Zoe and Justin also break down the results of the Brewers Association’s board election and why …

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Brewers Association Changes, Lagunitas’ CEO Swap & a Brewbound Live Preview 25:24

6M ago25:24

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After a packed news week, the Brewbound team breaks down the latest headlines, including leadership reorganization and staff cuts at the Brewers Association, an impending CEO change at Heineken-owned Lagunitas Brewing and Sapporo-Stone ceasing exports for the craft beer brand. Jess, Zoe and Justin also preview the Brewbound Live business conference…

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Stout Collective’s Matt Tanaka on Keeping Beer Branding and Events Fresh in 2025 49:46

6M ago49:46

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Stout Collective founder and CEO Matt Tanaka walks us through expected design trends for 2025, including why he believes mascots and maximalism will be a feature of beer labels in the new year. Tanaka also breaks down the goals and experience of Stout Collective’s BOPP Beer Design Conference, held annually in Chicago. He shares how his firm tries t…

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Our 200th Episode Extravaganza 40:06

6M ago40:06

40:06

This week the Brewbound Podcast crossed the 200th episode milestone. Insider’s Week in Beer newsletter writer Sean McNulty joins to celebrate. The Brewbound team recaps the latest headlines, including the Lord Hobo-Lone Pine merger, the Beer Institute’s Annual Membership Meeting, layoffs at Molson Coors’ remaining craft production facilities and Mo…

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Highland Brewing's Leah Wong Ashburn on Asheville’s Recovery in the Aftermath of Hurricane Helene 36:13

6M ago36:13

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Highland Brewing owner and CEO Leah Wong Ashburn provides an update on how Asheville, one of the country’s great craft beer cities, is recovering in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Last weekend, Highland brewed its first beer since the hurricane cut a path of destruction through Western North Carolina. Ashburn shares the steps the brewery took t…

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Modern Times’ New Partners, Boston’s ‘Messy’ Earnings & Beer Wins Halloween 56:58

7M ago56:58

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The Brewbound team dives into the top stories in the beer business, including the “strategic partnerships” made by Maui Brewing parent company Craft ‘Ohana to hand off leadership of Modern Times Beer’s daily operations and hospitality businesses. The team also discusses Boston Beer’s latest earnings report, which one analyst called “messy,” the per…

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Chula Vista Founder Tim Parker on How Meditation Can Improve Your Business 45:43

7M ago45:43

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Chula Vista Brewery co-founder Tim Parker shares how meditation, mindfulness and taking care of your mental health can help your business on the latest edition of the Brewbound Podcast. Parker discusses his personal journey, how he and his wife Dali have struck a better work-life balance and much more. Plus, the Brewbound team covers the latest new…

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Lester Jones, Live From the NBWA Annual Convention, and a GABF Recap 58:59

7M ago58:59

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Lester Jones, chief economist and VP of analytics at the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), joins the Brewbound team to discuss the importance of the on-premise, and how tides may be shifting in draft beer’s favor. The conversation was recorded in San Diego during the NBWA Annual Convention and Product Showcase. Brewbound editor Justin K…

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The Premium Edge: Exploring Glass Packaging Trends with O-I 5:11

7M ago5:11

5:11

In this Brewbound interview, host Ray Latif sits down with Alexis Guetzlaff, Director of Marketing for Beer and Non-Alcoholic Beverages at O-I, one of the largest global producers of glass packaging. With over 15 years of experience in the packaging industry, Alexis delves into how glass is becoming the go-to packaging solution for brands aiming to…

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How the Great American Beer Festival Was Reimagined 35:16

7M ago35:16

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Brewers Association VP of marketing and communications Ann Obenchain joins this week’s Brewbound Podcast to discuss how the trade group reimagined the Great American Beer Festival (GABF). The refreshed GABF takes place Thursday through Saturday in Denver, and attendees should expect a more experiential feel this year, Obenchain explained. She ackno…

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Wrapping Up the 2024 NBWA Annual Convention 22:24

8M ago22:24

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The 87th Annual NBWA Convention wrapped up earlier this week, and the Brewbound team recaps the themes of this year’s event. Jess, Zoe and Justin break down the buzzy topics, including a push to support the on-premise channel (especially draft beer), the growing presence of intoxicating hemp beverages and how those products should get to market, an…

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BREW Making Moves Preview With NBWA COO Kim McKinnish 41:14

8M ago41:14

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Kimberly McKinnish, SVP and chief operating officer of the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), joins the Brewbound Podcast to preview Making Moves 2024, taking place October 1-2 in San Diego immediately following the NBWA’s 87th annual convention. Making Moves, now in its third year, is a collaborative effort from the NBWA’s Building Rela…

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Convention Prep With NBWA President Craig Purser 58:38

8M ago58:38

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Craig Purser, president and CEO of the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA), joins the Brewbound Podcast to preview highlights of the trade group’s upcoming 87th annual convention and product showcase, taking place September 29-October 2 in San Diego. Purser discusses the NBWA’s legislative priorities, metamorphosis into a beer and beverage…

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Living in an 8% ABV World 39:54

8M ago39:54

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Several new high ABV offerings are on their way to convenience store doors in 2025. The Brewbound team discusses the latest slate of offerings from Molson Coors that trades on three of their established brands: Blue Moon Extra, Topo Chico Max and Simply Spiked Bold. The team ponders the timeliness of new singles hitting convenience and the prospect…

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A Beloved Brewpub Says Farewell 36:45

8M ago36:45

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Cambridge Brewing Company (CBC) founder Phil Bannatyne joins the Brewbound Podcast to discuss the recent announcement that the Massachusetts brewpub will shut its doors in December after 35 years in business. Bannatyne shared his thoughts on the brewpub segment, the team’s next steps and how many CBC alumni are scattered across the industry. Plus, …

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When to Refresh, Rebrand or Stand Pat with CODO Design’s Isaac Arthur 48:34

9M ago48:34

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When should you refresh your packaging? Or do a total rebrand? Or should you just stand pat? CODO Design’s Isaac Arthur explains the choose-your-own-adventure decision tree beverage-alcohol companies should consider when tweaking the look of their products or the feel of their brand. Arthur walks through the gut check breweries need to do on each o…

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A Beverage-Alcohol Legal Update with Nutter’s Bev-Alc Team 1:03:36

9M ago1:03:36

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What legal issues should be on brewers’ radar? Nichole Shustack and Isabelle Cunningham from the bev-alcohol practice team at law firm Nutter, McClennen and Fish join the Brewbound Podcast to share what to watch out for this year and beyond. The team discusses the impact of non-alcoholic brands crossing over into bev-alc, direct-to-consumer sales, …

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Tilray’s Latest Craft Haul 42:56

9M ago42:56

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Tilray cemented its place as a top five U.S. craft brewery by volume last week with the acquisition of four brands from Molson Coors’ Tenth & Blake division: Atwater, Hop Valley, Revolver and Terrapin. Zoe, Jess and Brewbound weekend newsletter author (and GIF-wielding genius) Sean McNulty break down the deal. The crew also discusses Jess’ and Zoe’…

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NIQ on Bev-Alc at Halftime 2024 and the Coming 4th Mega Category 47:34

9M ago47:34

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Beverage-alcohol’s growing “fourth category” of flavor-first offerings are quickly becoming a “mega category,” NIQ VP of alcohol industry thought leadership Jon Berg shared on the latest edition of the Brewbound Podcast. Berg explains how the collective of ready-to-drink offerings such as flavored malt beverages, canned cocktails, hard seltzers and…

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World of Beer Bankruptcy, Bud Light 1 Year After the Boycott 24:20

9M ago24:20

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World of Beer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, in an effort to reorganize. Brewbound managing editor Jess Infante shares details of the filing and what it means for craft breweries. Jess and Brewbound editor Justin Kendall also review the latest earnings reports, including Anheuser-Busch InBev cycling the anniversary of the Bud Light…

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A Mid-Year Beer Report; Plus Earnings SZN Begins 29:12

10M ago29:12

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How is beer doing at the halfway point of 2024? Brewbound reporter Zoe Licata shares highlights from not one, but two mid-year beer reports. Zoe breaks down the Brewers Association’s mid-year craft report, as well as a total beer overview from the National Beer Wholesalers Association and Fintech halfway through 2024. Plus, Zoe and Brewbound editor…

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Friday Beers and Its Ready-Made Audience 54:12

10M ago54:12

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Almost Friday Media, the comedy meme account turned digital media empire that has long celebrated the vaunted opening of a beer at the closing of the workweek, had a drinker base long before it had a beer brand. The media network reaches more than 800 million accounts across more than 30 channels on seven different media platforms, and launched its…

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Brewers Association CEO Bob Pease on His Decision to Retire in 2025 51:31

10M ago51:31

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Long-time Brewers Association (BA) president and CEO Bob Pease will retire on June 30, 2025, after 32 years at the trade organization representing small and independent craft brewers, Pease and the BA announced last week. Pease joins the Brewbound Podcast to detail how long he’s been in talks to retire, why now is the right time and what advice he …

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