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Inclusivity & Diversity Q&A | Eric Gearity – Sing Sing Kill Brewery
The NYSBA believes in the inclusion of all people; regardless of race, gender, sex, sexuality, economic class, disabilities, nation of origin, age, faith, or identity. It is our responsibility and resolve to create an environment in which all peoples feel welcome to participate to the greatest extent possible. Having conversations about inclusivity & diversity with…
Read MoreNEW Brewers Space Guild Launches
Protecting Breweries in the Frontier Without Tiers In a quest for more shelf space and feeling frustrated and constrained by the three-tier alcohol sales and distribution system here on earth, New York State breweries are rocketing upward, going boldly where no beer has been brewed before, outer space. Their trade association, New York State Brewers…
Read MoreInclusivity & Diversity Q&A | Flint Whistler – Randolph Beer
The NYSBA believes in the inclusion of all people; regardless of race, gender, sex, sexuality, economic class, disabilities, nation of origin, age, faith, or identity. It is our responsibility and resolve to create an environment in which all peoples feel welcome to participate to the greatest extent possible. Having conversations about inclusivity & diversity with…
Read MoreThe State of NYS Craft Beer – 1 Year After the Shutdown
New Yorkers are known for being resilient, but we did not realize the strength of our community until we were met with the challenge of Covid-19. A year ago today, breweries and restaurants were shut down for on-premise consumption. A devastating time for small businesses followed with jobs lost and breweries closing permanently. New York…
Read MoreNew York State Breweries Begin to Reopen
It is an exciting time for the craft beer community as breweries in some regions of NYS begin to welcome customers back to their taprooms for the first time in over 3 months. Breweries in Phase 3 regions are permitted to open indoor and outdoor spaces with seating for on-premise consumption of food and alcohol in accordance to…
Read MoreBreweries Permitted to Serve Beer Outdoors in Some Regions of NYS
Effective today, Thursday June 4th, breweries in regions of NYS that have entered Phase 2 of reopening are permitted to serve beer and food outdoors for on-premise consumption in compliance with the SLA’s reopening guidance. This exciting news comes a week early for breweries and enthusiasts alike. Some breweries in NYS will begin to sell…
Read MoreCongratulations to the 2020 NYS Craft Beer Competition Winners
On Thursday, May 7th, the New York State Brewers Association (NYSBA) announced the winners of it’s fourth annual New York State Craft Beer Competition, presented by 1886 Malt House. It is the second largest state competition in the U.S. The awards ceremony (sponsored by Marathon Energy) took place virtually with 130+ breweries in attendance.…
Read More“All Together” – Other Half Brewing Announces Worldwide Collaboration
Via Other Half Brewing Company: We are excited to announce All Together—a worldwide, open-ended beer collaboration created to raise support for the industry we love so much. It’s an effort to raise awareness and provide relief, even in the smallest way, to those who are struggling. We’re inviting any and all brewers, from any corner…
Read MoreNYS Breweries are Hosting Virtual Happy Hours, YOU’RE INVITED!
Just because we can’t drink in the taproom doesn’t mean we can’t drink together. Join the NYS craft beer community on Facebook every Tuesday & Thursday at 6:30pm for #thinkNYdrinkNY Virtual Happy Hour with a Brewer! The New York State Brewers Association has organized a virtual happy hour to take place every day at 6:30pm…
Read MoreNYS Breweries Remain Open, Show Your Support
The spirit of craft beer is fostered by community. Craft breweries provide their communities with a place to gather, entertainement, food, and of course fresh craft beer. The situation has flipped and now the NYS craft beer community needs support more than ever before. There are over 460+ breweries in New York State that provide…
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