Brew Hub of Lakeland was a powerhouse when it began. The contract brewer was founded by former ABI veterans who sought to bring the consistency of large-scale brewing to the craft beer market. The motto was “Where Craft Brewers Go To Grow.” When the copackaging brewery and taproom opened its…
Press Release: In a first-of-its-kind collaboration celebrating two of Miami’s most recognizable icons, Biscayne Bay Brewing has partnered with Zoo Miami Foundation to launch a community-driven conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Florida’s beloved flamingos. Beginning July 1, every can of Tropical Bay IPA sold throughout Florida is helping make a…
Orlando’s Tactical Brewing Company has announced details for Faded Kingdom 2027, one of the anchor events for Orlando Beer Week. The festival is celebrating its fifth year in the City Beautiful and welcomes breweries from around Florida and around the globe to pour beer for festivalgoers. Early bird tickets are…
In a wave of recent closing announcements, Orlando’s Twelve Talons Brewery, Cidery, and Meadery announces their upcoming closure and is “Going Dark.” From Twelve Talons Beerworks: Twelve Talons is going dark. We are closing permanently & our last day will be Sunday 8/30. We are keeping regular days/hours until then…
What is going on in Florida’s craft beer industry? Four Florida Breweries closed their doors this weekend. What does this mean for Florida’s craft beer industry? Halpatter Brewing Company in Lake City has announced that the company is looking to continue operations brewing, but for now is closing their downtown…
Lake City’s Halpatter’s, formerly Halpatter Brewing Company, talks about changes and their last call coming August 15th. From Halpatter’s: There are some posts you never quite know how to write, and this is one of them. After so many incredible years as Halpatter Brewing Company, and then one year as…
Wesley Chapel’s Thirsty Buffalo Brewing Company has announced that they will be closing their doors with the last day of service as Saturday, August 29th. From Thirsty Buffalo Brewing Company: This is not a post we ever imagined writing. After a wild three‑year ride with Thirsty Buffalo and 15 years…
Brandenton’s Motorworks Brewing has been the subject of many posts on Florida Beer News. They have won state and national medals; they have had national acts tour their beer garden; they have donated thousands of dollars to charity and helped hundreds of shelter dogs get adopted. But today, after a…
Dade City Brew House made waves throughout the beer community when they said that founding brewer Ryan Freeman would be departing the brewery. The brewery was inundated with requests for information on his replacement, and today, the announcement came. The brewery reassured their dedicated fans with a post on July…
It’s always difficult to hear that an award-winning brewer is leaving the Tampa Bay Beer Scene. Ryan Freeman has been the head brewer at Dade City Brew House since the brewery opened, and today the news broke that his last day brewing in Dade City is in sight. From Dade…
The Tampa business that began with the idea of taking beer enthusiasts around the Tampa Bay Area to showcase the area’s wealth of beer treasure has announced that the Tampa Bay Brew Bus will cease operations and take on its final passengers very soon. From Brew Bus Brewing: To Our…
As Sailfish Brewing Company announces the closing of their Vero Beach location, the team reaffirms their commitment to quality and assures their loyal drinkers that their beer will still be around, and their taps will still be close. From Sailfish Brewing: How do you possibly summarize five years into one…
St. Petersburg’s Grand Central Brewhouse is kicking off Memorial Day Weekend with two new releases on the radar: Elevator Pitch Helles Lager is getting canned and their altbier, Sappin’ The Bass. From Grand Central Brewhouse: Elevator Pitch is getting the #TakeHomeABeer Treatment! We just canned up a small run of…
It’s well known that Florida’s theme parks partner with craft breweries to produce the libations served at their venues. In Oga’s Cantina at Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, Bad Motivator IPA is produced by Sierra Nevada Brewing of Chico, CA and Mills River, NC and Gamorrean Ale is produced…
Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) announces its Florida release of fan favorite seasonal Mexican Lager with Lime and new seasonal variety pack, Sunshine Party Pack.Florida’s Warm WelcomeGreat Lakes entered Florida in October, 2025, bringing its beloved seasonal Christmas Ale, followed by its St. Patrick’s Day-ready Conway’s brand family. Due to growing enthusiasm in the market, GLBC is…
Sarasota’s Sun King Brewery introduces a new beer for all seasons: Sun King Premium Light Lager. Press Release: Sun King Brewery is excited to announce the release of its newest year-round offering, Premium Light Lager. Designed to be both flavorful and highly drinkable, this new addition embodies Sun King’s commitment…
Craft beer lives and dies by state alcohol policy, even when most drinkers never see the rules. In this conversation with Brewers Association state affairs director Sam DeWitt, we dig into how craft beer legislation works across all 50 states and why it often feels nonpartisan: lawmakers like breweries as…
As an era comes to an end and Cigar City Brewing moves forward with their plans to move to Ybor City, the lights will be lit upon Hunahpu’s Day one last time. This iconic beer release holiday, the one that put Tampa and Florida on the world’s beer map, has…
This weekend’s Best Florida Beer Competition saw Florida breweries around the state bringing home accolades for their beers. Competition was fierce, with many new breweries bringing home medals, Fort Myers Brewing brought home the hardware – their perennial favorite, Chocolate Stout, brought home a silver medal, and that medal had…
Press Release: Escape Brewing Company has been named Best Large Brewery in Florida at the prestigious Best Florida Beer Competition, while also earning seven medals across multiple beer categories, further cementing its reputation as one of the state’s most decorated craft breweries. The award-winning beers include: Gold Medal ● BCBC…