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Indiana Breweries Open for Carry-Out, Curbside or Delivery
Indiana Breweries Open for Carry-Out, Curbside or Delivery During Covid-19
You can check out a list of breweries that are open, in at least one of these categories, in this list provided by the Brewers of Indiana Guild. In addition to those breweries, I am aware that 18th Street, 450 North, Chapman’s, Three Floyds and Union Brewing are open in some capacity, on certain days. Also, Taxman has a pop-up case and growler sale at their restaurants at various times. I would recommend that you check out your local brewery on Facebook, to ascertain if, and when, they are open.
2020 Indiana Microbrewers Festival Canceled
2020 Indiana Microbrewers Festival Canceled
The Brewers of Indiana Guild announced today that the 25th Anniversary of the Indiana Microbrewers Festival has been canceled and they have rescheduled the event to July 24th, 2021. (It was originally scheduled for July 25th of this year.)
Bier Brewery Doing Limited Release Taproom Can Series
Bier Brewery Doing Limited Release Taproom Can Series
Bier Brewery is doing a limited release can series that is only available in their taprooms. Last week they released a Billy Baroo Russian Imperial Stout available in a 4 pack of 12 oz. cans. It is described as a thick chocolatey stout brewed with a medley of roasted, toasted, smoked
and chocolate malts. Hopped with Mount Hood, Fuggle and Willamette hops. IBU: 40 // ABV: 8%
Yesterday they released a Golden Nectar Golden Ale available in a 6 pack of 12 oz. cans. This is an easy drinking beer described as clean, balanced, and refreshing. IBU: 15 // ABV: 5.4%
Still to come are Good Pils German Pilsner and Margarita Burst Hard Seltzer. You can check their Facebook page for future release dates and information.
Urge Congress to Approve Economic Relief from COVID-19 for Craft Beverage Alcohol Producers
Urge Congress to Approve Economic Relief from COVID-19 for Craft Beverage Alcohol Producers
On April 22nd, Craft Beverage Alcohol Producers held a day of action urging Congress to provide economic relief for their businesses. You can use this form to show your support for this action to your Congressmen.
Brewers Association Partners with Bottleshare to Launch ‘Believe in Beer’ Craft Brewery Relief Fund
Brewers Association Partners with Bottleshare to Launch ‘Believe in Beer’ Craft Brewery Relief Fund
Below is today’s statement from the Brewers Association:
April 24, 2020
Donations and applications for breweries in need accepted now through May 17
The Brewers Association has partnered with Bottleshare, a fundraising nonprofit dedicated to the craft beverage community, to create the Believe in Beer Fund to support breweries and state brewers guilds impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The fund is open for breweries and guilds from across the country to apply for immediate financial assistance for operational expenses such as payroll, rent, and utilities.
According to a poll conducted by the Brewers Association earlier this month, independent craft breweries have been severely impacted by COVID-19, as evidenced by a sharp drop in craft category sales, massive furloughs or layoffs, and the high likelihood of a large number of brewery closures while under social distancing mandates. A majority of breweries do not think their business can last three months given current conditions.
“This is a very challenging time for breweries and their livelihoods are at risk. We hope creating this relief fund with Bottleshare will provide an answer to the most common question beer lovers have been asking during this unprecedented time: ‘How can I help?’” said Bob Pease, president and CEO, Brewers Association. “The craft beer community is rooted in collaboration and philanthropy, and now is our chance to come together and give back to our most vulnerable breweries.”
Beginning today through the end of American Craft Beer Week® on May 17, beer lovers can contribute to the fund by visiting GoFundMe.com. Relief funds will be available to breweries and state guilds that demonstrate immediate financial need due to COVID-19 and meet the outlined criteria. Those in need can find more information here and apply for a grant here. Bottleshare will review applications and select recipients based on need.
“Bottleshare was created to support industry workers and their families when they experience hardships,” said Christopher Glenn, founder of Bottleshare. “During this uncertain time, when support is needed more than ever, we’re proud to join efforts with the Brewers Association to reciprocate the love and strength that characterize the craft beer community and help the breweries that make it so special.”
For more information on the Believe in Beer Fund, visit TheBottleshare.org.
Also, the Brewers Association has created a COVID-19 Resource Hub that is available to all for free so everyone has access to important information to help them weather the pandemic.