J. Wakefield Brewing broke the news recently on the Steal This Beer Podcast, but the brewery has not released the news until now. This afternoon, the news became official (and with new dates from the podcast).
The Grand Cru, a tradition that dates back to the Old World traditions of Belgian brewing, is typically the beer named by a brewery or winery as their best work released for enthusiasts to enjoy in a given year. As a Belgian-inspired brewery, Boca Raton’s Barrel of Monks Brewing proudly continues this tradition with its annual Grand Cru release, connecting you to the rich history and heritage of Belgian brewing.
For the last four years, Bastet Brewing has been one of Tampa’s hidden gems on the outskirts of Ybor City. However, as of July 30th, the brewery’s owners have announced it will be closing its doors.
Bend, Oregon’s Deschutes Brewing was one of the last large independent craft breweries without Florida distribution. As of July 2024, cans and kegs of Deschutes’ offerings have been spotted at bars, pubs, and bottle shops around the state, but no official word from Deschutes Brewing or any distributor had been issued. Florida Beer News reached out to the brewery for more information.
When Orlando’s Zymarium Meadery opened in the Winter Park area, it was a unique space that indicated it was not finished. Now, the meadery announces that it is opening Phase 2, a multi-purpose space called RīZōM.
Jacksonville’s Veterans United Craft Brewery has announced the impending release of their IPA for a great cause – WatchStander IPA. This beer is a beer with a mission to stop soldier suicide.
This weekend, Odessa’s Pye Road Meadworks has announced the upcoming release of two new meads from the award-winning meadery.