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Fat Point Brewing Celebrates grand opening at University Town Center

Press Release: Fat Point Brewing, the renowned craft brewery originally founded in Punta Gorda, is celebrating its expansion along the Suncoast with the grand opening of its new location at University Town Center (UTC) in Sarasota. The 2,500-square-foot venue is nestled in the vibrant West District at UTC along Cattleman Road. Now, Sarasota residents, Lakewood Ranch residents, and visitors alike can experience the coastal-inspired ambiance and delightful bar fare offered by the new brewpub.

Fat Point Brewing to Open New Location in Sarasota

Fat Point Brewing to Open New Location in Sarasota’s University Town Center. 

Press Release – Fat Point Brewing is expanding north along the Suncoast and will be opening a new location in Sarasota at University Town Center (UTC). The craft brewery, originally founded in Punta Gorda, will produce and serve its flavorful and original beers from a 2,500-square-foot venue.

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Big Storm Brewing Company buys Bradenton’s Darwin Brewing Company

Press Release: Big Storm Brewing Co. announced today it has purchased Bradenton-based Darwin Brewing Co.

“Darwin Brewing Co. has a solid reputation for brewing the highest quality beers with an eye towards innovation and food pairs,” said Big Storm co-owner L.J. Govoni. “We are excited to grow this hyper-local brand throughout Florida.”
Darwin Brewing Co. has been part of the Bradenton community for nearly a decade. The brewery was started out of Darwin’s on 4th, a well-known restaurant, and expanded due to the success and popularity of its locally-made craft brews.“It is our plan to take the next year to methodically find a new home for Darwin that will allow the brand to find some of its original roots regarding a culinary experience,” added Govoni.

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Today’s announcement comes as Big Storm Brewing Co. continues to grow. In November, Big Storm expanded to Central Florida, with the opening of a brewpub at Amway Center in downtown Orlando. Early next year, the brewery is set to open an 11,000-square-foot taproom and restaurant in Ybor City. The Ybor taproom will be the independent craft brewer’s fifth location in the Sunshine State.

Big Storm, which is based in Clearwater, is currently distributed in five states: Florida, Ohio, New Jersey, North Carolina and Texas.

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About Big Storm Brewing
Founded in 2012 in Pasco County, Big Storm currently has four taprooms in the Sunshine State — Clearwater, Orlando, Odessa and Cape Coral.

Big Storm has embraced its tagline of “Florida’s Craft Beer Forecast,” by developing a dynamic lineup of Florida favorites like Tropic Pressure Florida Ale, steeped with hibiscus flowers, and Key Lime Shandy, brewed with key lime puree.

With a commitment to exceptional customer service, dedication to quality products and the ambition to explore opportunities left unexplored, Big Storm has become a leader in the craft beer industry and beyond.

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JDub’s Brewing announces new package and new distributors

Press Release: Sarasota, Florida –JDub’s Brewing Co. has realigned its distribution footprint in much of the Sunshine State. JDub’s new distribution partners, Gold Coast Beverages Distributing, Florida Distributing Company and S.R. Perrott are distributing JDub’s current portfolio, as well as launching JDub’s new 12 packs of Passion Wheat and a Variety “Dub” Pack in June. JDub’s is also rolling out “Pequeña Passion” (little Passion) specifically for JDub’s third new offering, a six-pick consisting of 7oz. bottles.

JDub's Pequena Passion Package

 

JDub’s 12 oz variety “Dub” Pack, as well as 6-packs of Passion Wheat and Bell Cow Milk Chocolate Porter are launching in Kroger stores throughout the State of Georgia. The Dub Pack and Passion Wheat 12 packs will hit stores in June of this year. Look for all three of JDub’s new offerings in Total Wine locations and other stores selling high-quality, craft beer. Pequeña Pasion is currently rolling out in Publix stores throughout South Florida.

 

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About JDub’s Brewing
JDub’s Brewing Company was founded in February 2014, by Jeremy “JDub” Joerger. JDub’s produces four year-round core beers in cans and draft as well as several limited release beers annually. Since opening, JDub’s has become one of the larger breweries in Florida and expects to produce roughly ten-thousand barrels of beer in 2019.