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07/14/2026

What does it really take to support over 200 breweries across an entire state?

This episode with Katie Stinchon, Corey Aldoupolis, and Sarah Lee gives you an inside look at how the Brewers Guild connects breweries statewide, offering resources, leadership access, and opportunities to collaborate face-to-face.

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06/02/2026

One of the fastest-growing opportunities in adult beverages might be hiding in plain sight... but is your team ready?

Meagen Coester, founder of the AFicioNAdo™ Certification Program offers incredible insights into Non-Alcoholic adult beverages and how to speak to a new type of drinker.

If you are producing an NA beverage (or considering it), this episode is a must-watch!

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It’s so cool to visit a brewery that has a strong distro footprint because you get a chance to try flavors that are NOT ...
05/29/2026

It’s so cool to visit a brewery that has a strong distro footprint because you get a chance to try flavors that are NOT typically distributed. Like this Kamuela Kölsch from

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Did you know that in some countries it is prohibited to promote alcohol with photos like this one? On the beach.So much ...
05/28/2026

Did you know that in some countries it is prohibited to promote alcohol with photos like this one? On the beach.

So much of American alcohol marketing is beach-centric, that it’s kinda wild to think about.

Anyways, this is a cool photo. Hope you enjoy it too. Cheers to 🍻

05/22/2026

🍺 Schlitz Beer is being discontinued, but it’s a zany story about their 1970s advertising bungle that caught our attention 🤯📺

Would these ads be fine today? 👀 Are you going to try to get your hands on some of their final cans? 🛒 Let us know! 💬

05/13/2026

What do entertainment giants and craft beverage brands have in common?

According to Carl Cleanthes of — more than you think.

In this episode, Chris sits down with Carl Cleanthes of Epic Made to explore how strategic art, animation, and entertainment-level creative are helping beverage brands capture attention and build stronger consumer connection.

If your brand wants to earn attention instead of chasing it, this episode is worth the watch.

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05/05/2026

A common fear when expanding is losing the very thing that made your brand successful in the first place: the brand experience.

What do you think? What’s one brand that got big but still feels like your neighborhood local? Share with us in the comments 👇

04/28/2026

The future of retail may be on the line, BUT Al Schuster and Heather Johnson from believe that they have a solution!

SampleFinder📍is a new app that connects consumers to in-store demos and brand activations. Learn how it drives foot traffic, captures unbiased consumer feedback, supports the movement and more.

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04/16/2026

First time at CBC next week?

Don't just show up, show up with a plan. Amazing tip from Dan Klasen of Beverage Federation

04/07/2026

From 0 to 2,000 stores in just 8 months?! 🚀

We sat down with , the visionary behind Southern Spring Water, to learn about their keys to success and what the brand's journey has been like so far.

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