River Barrel Distributing adds Zoiglhaus, Ascendant to its Washington footprint

River Barrel Distributing adds Zoiglhaus, Ascendant to its Washington footprint

River Barrel Distributing, founded by Astoria’s Buoy Beer Company for distribution to Washington state, recently added Zoiglhaus Brewing and Ascendant Beer Company to its portfolio. The addition brings it to eight brands overall, bringing Oregon beers (along with cider, mead, and spirits) to western Washington. Press release: Shortly after Buoy … Continue reading

Oregon Beer News, 01/24/2019

Oregon Beer News, 01/24/2019

Today is Beer Can Appreciation Day, recognizing this day in 1935 when beer was first sold in cans. Celebrate by opening a canned beer today, for which Oregon has many! Here is also the other Oregon beer news for this Thursday, January 24; as usual I’ll be updating this post … Continue reading

Oregon Beer News, 12/04/2018

Oregon Beer News, 12/04/2018

Here is the news in Oregon beer for this Tuesday, December 4. As usual I’ll be periodically updating this post throughout the day with news and events as I discover them, so check back often for the latest. And if you have any news to share, please feel free to … Continue reading

Oregon Beer News, 11/08/2018

Oregon Beer News, 11/08/2018

Good Thursday to you! Here’s the news and events in beer from around the state for this November 8—incidentally, only two weeks away from Thanksgiving! As usual I will be updating this post throughout the day with the latest news as I get it, so check back often. And please … Continue reading

Oregon Beer News, 11/05/2018

Oregon Beer News, 11/05/2018

Happy Monday! Welcome to this first Monday of November, the 5th, I hope you had a great weekend! Let’s get back into the swing of things and kick off a new week with the news in beer from around Oregon. As usual I’ll be updating this post throughout the day … Continue reading