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Craft Beer • News • West Virginia

Governor proposes beer tax increase; names WVABCA Commissioner

Seeks 45% hike in beer excise tax As part of his recently announced revenue enhancement proposals, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice proposed a liquor and  beer tax hike that would produce $5.6 million in increased revenues. The governor did not propose any business enhancements… Continue Reading…

Craft Beer • West Virginia

Big releases create promotion commotion

Big wintertime beer releases are generating promotional waves across the state as several new-to-West-Virginia beers hit the bars and bottle shops. It’s a good thing for retailers that can get them.

Craft Beer • Festivals • West Virginia

Winter beer festivals chase away cold weather

Winter beer festivals can be just the change of pace you need to get your blood stirring and your spirits jumping.  Stop sitting around. It’s time to pull out the credit card and buy your winter beer festival tickets. (Link to… Continue Reading…

Appalachia • Craft Beer • West Virginia

Collaborations: could they rouse WV beer?

Nationally, collaborations are still one of the most often used methods to create a buzz about a beer and the craft breweries involved. They work because they’re fun and the beers often step outside the regular offerings of the breweries.

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Craft Beer • News • West Virginia

The year in West Virginia Beer • Part Two

Part Two continues our look back over the year in West Virginia beer. Festivals, promotions, and breweries-in-planning all made their mark in 2016. Here are some highlights.