We already know there is some controversy surrounding the question, “What is craft beer?”
But now there could be controversy regarding an even broader question: “What is beer?”
In California, anyway. Read More…
Tag Archives: craft beer
The Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
In late 2017, Congress passed legislation including a two-year provision of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (CBMTRA). This lowered the federal excise tax (FET) for breweries, wineries, and distilled spirits producers for a period of two years. It is set to expire on Dec. 31, 2019. Read More…
Clean Energy Brewing
The craft beer industry is going green—and the benefits are multiplying.
Running a brewery on clean energy can save the business money. It can certainly reduce the brewery’s impact on the environment. And clean energy brewing can be a great marketing tool in a time when consumers really value organizations that follow sustainability principles. Read More…
The Trouble with Labels
Let’s talk beer labels. Read More…
Helping Homebrewers Can Help Your Brewery
It’s not unusual for a craft brewery to form strong bonds with members of a local homebrewing club. But the trend is growing stronger, and playing out in some new ways. If you’re thinking of initiating a relationship with local homebrewers—or looking for new ways to engage these craft beer fans in your brewery—here are a few ideas. Read More…
The Brewery Distillery Relationship
Barrel-aging beer is no new trend. But as the number of US craft distilleries continues to rise (the number grew nearly 35% from 2012 to 2017, and now tops 1500 total), barrel usage is hotter than ever. And that’s not the only facet of the brewery distillery relationship. Read More…
Beer and Health: Keeping Your Brewery Fit
When runners’ magazines start running stories about beer and health—beer as a good thing for athletic endeavor—it’s time for brewers to sit up and take notice. Read More…
Boost Your Craft Brewery Security
October is Crime Prevention Month, and Beall Brewery Insurance would like to take the opportunity to remind craft brewery owners and operators how to boost their craft brewery security and protect their businesses from theft. Read More…
Business Continuity for the Craft Brewery
Accidents happen.
There’s a reason that’s a familiar saying! But we could just as easily say, “Extreme weather happens,” or “Computer crashes happen.”
Don’t let this National Preparedness Month go by without investing a little time to ensure your brewery’s business continuity, even in the face of disaster. Read More…
Marijuana in the Brewery: Protect Your Business, Your Workers, & Your Customers
Have recent developments in the legality of marijuana use impacted your brewery? Read More…
