NEWS & VIEWS – 29th January 2024
North Brewing Out Of Administration
Following on from last week, there was good news for UK Craft Beer Fans as North Brewing has been bought out of administration by Kirkstall Brewing.
Following on from last week, there was good news for UK Craft Beer Fans as North Brewing has been bought out of administration by Kirkstall Brewing.
The Final Squawk
Sad news emerged from Manchester this week, as one of the Northwest pioneers Squawk Brewing announced that they will be closing in March, after a ten year run.
Let’s Collaborate
Porch Drinking has an interesting article taking a detailed look at the wonder of the Craft Beer collab, and how it should evolve in the coming years.
Porch Drinking has an interesting article taking a detailed look at the wonder of the Craft Beer collab, and how it should evolve in the coming years.
Overrated Beer Styles?
Vinepair published a survey from 15 US brewery owners, asking for the most overrated Craft Beer styles. No real surprise that top of the list was Hazy IPAs. The list also featured Pastry Stouts and heavily fruited Sours. TWICB Rob’s message to these owners is “Your opinions are irrelevant! Your customers will decide what beer styles you should be brewing, so get over it!”
Vinepair published a survey from 15 US brewery owners, asking for the most overrated Craft Beer styles. No real surprise that top of the list was Hazy IPAs. The list also featured Pastry Stouts and heavily fruited Sours. TWICB Rob’s message to these owners is “Your opinions are irrelevant! Your customers will decide what beer styles you should be brewing, so get over it!”
