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Great Lakes Brewing Company's new aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink canned cocktail, showcasing its branding and appealing design.
Drinks

Great Lakes Brewing Co. Launches Canned Cocktail in Select Markets

Great Lakes Brewing Company, a name synonymous with craft beer, is launching its first canned cocktail, aSPLASH Crafted Citrus Long Drink, but it won't be available in its home state of Ohio until Aug

Daniel Moretti·August 11, 2026
A close-up of a vibrant, artisanal cocktail on a bar counter, with a subtle backdrop of craft beer bottles, symbolizing the changing landscape of beverage consumption.
Drinks

Cocktail Culture's Resurgence Challenges Beer's Dominance

In 2023, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails outsold craft beer in several key urban markets for the first time in decades.

Daniel Moretti·July 20, 2026
A dynamic image capturing the excitement of the Mash Madness drink competition awards, featuring winners on stage with trophies, surrounded by cheering attendees and sparkling beverages, highlighting the event's success and impact.
Drinks

Mash Madness Drink Competition Reveals Winners and Top Beverage Trends

The 10th annual Mash Madness drink competition crowned Altered Species Brewing Co., Ironwood Steakhouse, and Perch as winners, revealing key beverage trends. This year saw record participation and a significant economic impact for Sioux Falls.

Daniel Moretti·April 8, 2026
Eagle Park Brewing and SoulBoxer Cocktail Co. logos merging, symbolizing their acquisition and strategic expansion into ready-to-drink cocktails and new beverage categories.
Drinks

Eagle Park Brewing Acquires SoulBoxer Cocktail Co.

Eagle Park Brewing & Distilling has acquired SoulBoxer Cocktail Co., uniting two Milwaukee beverage companies and marking a strategic expansion into the booming ready-to-drink cocktail sector. This move positions Eagle Park for diversification into new product innovations, including non-alcoholic and THC-infused offerings.

Daniel Moretti·March 30, 2026