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Tarpon Springs’ Unrefined Brewing signs distribution with Sunshine State Distributing

Press Release: Tarpon Springs-based Unrefined Brewing and Sunshine State Distributing are excited to announce their partnership for the distribution of Unrefined Brewing’s award-winning portfolio across the State of Florida. The initial product launch will be in early March with multiple brands, including Mexican Candy, Unrefined Brewing’s flagship California Common with jalapeños and strawberries.

“Sunshine State Distributing is proud to partner with Unrefined Brewing to bring their brews to customers around their hometown of Tarpon Springs and throughout Florida. As makers of great stouts, sours, IPAs, and their flagship brew, Mexican Candy (a California common ale with jalapeños), they have something for every person and every palate.” – Chris Larue, President Sunshine State Distributing

The initial brand rollout will focus on Mexican Candy along with their American IPA Did You Wanna Borrow My Pajamas? and Frank Dancey’s Beach Country Blonde, brewed in collaboration with Tampa singer/songwriter Frank Dancey. Unrefined Brewing will also make available some of their smaller batch seasonals, barrel-aged beers, stouts and freshly fruited sours.

“Unrefined Brewing is absolutely thrilled that Sunshine State Distributing sees the potential UB has to offer and they are eager to partner with us, helping us share our craft beer brands with the greater Florida market.” – Tommy Scott, owner Unrefined Brewing

The brewery posted some additional comments on their Facebook page after the announcement went live: “Losing Altered Craft Distribution was definitely a gut punch, for those of you who don’t know, they closed up shop in December. We appreciate their unwavering support of Unrefined Brewing during their years of operation, as they certainly were champions of ours, helping us get our brands out in the market these past few years.
Our 3-brand focus with Sunshine State will be Mexican Candy, Pajamas? and Frank Dancey’s Beach Country Blonde (with our small batch specialties thrown in the mix). If you are a beer purchaser, or you know a bar/restaurant that would be interested in our beer, please email tommy@unrefinedbrewing.com.

 

Unrefined Brewing LogoAbout Unrefined Brewing
With an initial focus on freshly fruited sours and high-quality stouts, Unrefined Brewing has grown into brewing some of the most innovative and creative craft beer in the north Pinellas area. They have been awarded 6 US Open Beer Championship medals and 1 Best Florida Beer medal over the past three years.

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Altered Craft Distribution to shut down operations

Altered Craft Distribution, the startup distributor that offered craft breweries around Tampa Bay and Sarasota the opportunity for small-scale distribution, has announced that they are ceasing operations and closing soon.

From Altered Craft Distribution

Altered Craft Distribution logoDear Tampa Bay Craft Beer Community,

It is with a mix of emotions that we announce the closure of Altered Craft Distribution after three unforgettable years. Our journey in the world of craft beer has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to everyone has supported our dream and passion.

To our incredible team, past and present, your dedication and hard work have been the heartbeat of Altered Craft. Each and every single one of you brought a unique passion and commitment for craft beer and extreme dedication to our core principles that created a work environment that will be cherished in our memories forever. We are incredibly proud of the work you have done for our company and all the breweries and small businesses in our portfolio.

To our brewery and beverage partners, thank you so much for putting your trust into our small startup company to build your brands and bring them to the market. While this part of our journey is ending, we hope that you all can continue in your paths to growing amazing breweries that make some of the best products the area has to offer. Jacob and I can’t wait to share a beer with you in the days to come.

We will have limited operations through the end of January to clear out any remaining inventory. As we close this chapter, we reflect on the countless relationships built within the Tampa Bay craft beer scene. Your support has been the driving force behind our venture, and we are honored to have been part of such a dynamic and passionate community.

Our decision to close Altered Craft Distribution comes with an extremely heavy heart, but we are proud of the legacy we leave behind with our mission to challenge the status quo and take on the big guys in the industry. We raise a glass to the memories, the partnerships, and the countless moments of celebration shared with you all.

Cheers to Tampa Bay and the craft beer family that has made these three years truly special.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Mike, Jacob, Cory, Marc, & Ian

Altered Craft Distribution sold beer from breweries around Tampa Bay and beyond, including:

Brighter Days Brewing Company
Bullfrog Creek Brewing Co.
Cigar City Cider & Mead
Commerce Brewing
Common Dialect Beerworks
Craft Life Brewing
Cueni Brewing Co.
Dade City Brew House
Foreign Objects Beer
Grindhaus Brew Lab
Gulfport Brewery + Eatery
Infinite Ale Works
In The Loop Brewing
Made Coffee
Olde Florida Brewing Company
Overflow Brewing Company
Pinellas Ale Works
Radiant Orchard Cider Project
Pye Road Meadworks
Southern Lights Brewing Company
Starkey Beverages
Tidal Brewing Company
Tidal Ginger Beer
Troubled Waters Brewing
Unrefined Brewing

Altered Craft Distribution served Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.