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TABC Label and Brewery Approvals June 16 2015

By Andrew Schwab / June 16, 2015 / Beer Data and Statistics

Update: Apparently there will be two articles this week – (yesterday’s can be seen here: https://craftbeeraustin.com/tabc-label-and-brewery-approvals-june-15-2015/). This probably has something to do with last week’s approvals missing. On most weeks, TABC releases Label and Brewery approvals that have been approved for sale in Texas. Every beer that is sold in Texas has to go through this process before you can see it on store shelves. This is a way to see what beer will be […]

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TABC Label and Brewery Approvals June 15 2015

By Andrew Schwab / June 15, 2015 / Beer Data and Statistics

On most weeks, TABC releases Label and Brewery approvals that have been approved for sale in Texas. Every beer that is sold in Texas has to go through this process before you can see it on store shelves. This is a way to see what beer will be coming into the Texas market before it shows up at your local bottle shop or craft beer bar. The time frame between showing up on the label

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Pam Catoe Craft Beer Austin at Craft Pride

The Women Behind Craft Beer in Austin: Part 2

By Pam Catoe / June 15, 2015 / Austin Breweries, CBA, The People of Craft Beer, Women in Beer

Editors Note: This is a picture of Pam enjoying local beers at Craft Pride while working. Cheers! Irina The Women Behind Craft Beer in Austin: Part 2 The Austin beer scene was in its infancy back in the 90s with only a few craft beer options around town – all of which were only available on tap. The only Texas craft beer option sold in stores at the time was Shiner Bock. Also at that time the consumer

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Are there Negative Impacts as Breweries Race for New Beer Releases?

Waller Creek Pub House-Texas Craft Beer Bar

By Pam Catoe / June 4, 2015 / CBA

Craft Beer Austin Bar profile: Waller Creek Pub House is located at 603 Sabine Street which opened in March 2015. A new addition to the Dirty Sixth bar scene, but it’s not the type of place that you would expect. Waller Creek Pub House joins Easy Tiger and The Gatsby bringing a new kind of well-crafted relaxed vibe to the area. Nestled behind the Waller Ballroom, the space has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and aims

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Central Texas Flood Help

By Rich Plakas / June 2, 2015 / Charity

We are going to use this page to centralize all the ways you can help those affected by the recent storms and floods that happened in Central Texas such as Wimberley. Also, a few our friends from Staten Island, New York reached out to us as well. Their houses were destroyed by Hurricane Sandy in 2012. They want to “pay it forward” from all the help and support they received a few years ago. For this

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TABC Label and Brewery Approvals June 2 2015

By Andrew Schwab / June 2, 2015 / Beer Data and Statistics

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TABC Label and Brewery Approvals May 28 2015

By Andrew Schwab / May 28, 2015 / Beer Data and Statistics

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The Women Behind Craft Beer in Austin: Part 1

By Pam Catoe / May 27, 2015 / Austin Breweries, CBA, The People of Craft Beer, Women in Beer

The Women Behind Craft Beer in Austin: Part 1 Discovered among the earliest human writings was a clay tablet containing a poem written by a Sumerian poet called the Hymn to Ninkasi. The poem praises the Sumerian goddess of brewing – Ninkasi – and is actually the earliest recorded recipe for beer. This is significant because it demonstrates the role that women have had throughout history in brewing and selling beer. It wasn’t until the Industrial

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Latest News in the Austin Craft Beer Scene May 2015

By Irina Plakas / May 20, 2015 / Austin Breweries

Latest News in the Austin Craft Beer Scene May 2015 There is always something new and exiting happening in the Austin craft beer scene. Something new is brewing at Hops and Grain, along with the breweries new hours and the redesigned tap room. New Beer & New Branding for Uncle Billy’s Brewery. Eureka opens on June 15, 2015 in downtown Austin. Specializing in American classics with a modern twist. Total Wine & More will officially open its doors to

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TABC Label and Brewery Approvals May 19 2015

By Andrew Schwab / May 19, 2015 / Beer Data and Statistics

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American Craft Beer Week Austin Events: Sunday 5/17/15

By Irina Plakas / May 16, 2015 / CBA

American Craft Beer Week Austin Events: Sunday 5/17/15 American Craft Beer Week is here and there are some exciting beer events going on all week. *Events are subject to change, please make sure to check with the venue directly beforehand. Events for Sunday 5/17: 11am GIVE A FIRKIN: BLOOD ORANGE & BLACK CHERRY – SESSION BLACK IPA @Pinthouse Pizza They are hosting a fundraising effort in support of a friend suffering from testicular cancer. 100% of all proceeds

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American Craft Beer Week Austin Events: Saturday 5/16/15

By Irina Plakas / May 15, 2015 / CBA

American Craft Beer Week Austin Events: Saturday 5/16/15 American Craft Beer Week is here and there are some exciting beer events going on all week. *Events are subject to change, please make sure to check with the venue directly beforehand. Events for Saturday 5/16: 11am Cask Tapping, MORE – Indy Red Bull Cask w. Peach & Mint, etc. @Hi Hat Several great Austin craft brewers are getting showcased at Hi Hat, with the headliner being a

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