by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap The Indiana Chamber of Commerce holds a "Coolest Thing Made in Indiana Contest" each year just before the holidays. This year's contest is the fourth annual, and I have learned about some very interesting Indiana companies and products...
A reminder as to how well trained our friends in craft beverage production are and the integrity with which they approach their work: reprinted from: https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/unlicensed-distiller-whose-product-killed-customers-gets-48-months-in-prison/ 11/14/24 banner image credit: Whistling Andy Distillery Dennis R. Zeedyk, of La Porte, Indiana, was sentenced to 48 months in prison after pleading...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap A couple of weeks ago, Walter and I made our first trip to Sea of Monsters Brewing inside the new Journeyman Distillery at the American Factory in Valparaiso. We had waited a while to give them a chance...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap Hi & Mighty Distillery, located on the grounds of the Indiana State Fairgrounds, is looking to aggressively expand their reach and their product line in the next two years. To achieve their goals, co-owners Jamie and Dan Fahrner...
West Fork Whiskey Co. to Open New Cocktail Bar and Tasting Room in Fountain Square Neighborhood in Indianapolis. [caption id="attachment_76533" align="alignright" width="296"] image credit: West Fork Whiskey[/caption] Indianapolis, IN – [10/22/2024] – West Fork Whiskey Co., a celebrated central Indiana-based distillery known for its award-winning whiskey and bourbon,...
Oct 1, 2024, 7:00 AM EST: CHICAGO, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiss Miss®, a brand of Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), has partnered with Hotel Tango Distillery, the producer of the first-ever and current category-leading marshmallow flavored whiskey, to introduce Swiss Miss 'Shmallow, the perfect...
10/7/25, For Immediate Release: For the first time ever, Governor Pritzker has issued a proclamation recognizing October 10 as National Black Brewers Day in the State of Illinois. The official proclamation was signed earlier this month in collaboration with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild and...
[caption id="attachment_64099" align="alignright" width="300"] image credit: Metazoa Brewing[/caption] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Indianapolis, IN — September 25, 2024 — Metazoa Brewing Co. is excited to announce the return of its Indy Pet Parade, kicking off on October 19 at 11 a.m. This fun-filled day celebrates the bond between...
[caption id="attachment_37201" align="alignright" width="300"] image credit: Upland Brewing Company[/caption] BLOOMINGTON [September 17, 2024] – Upland Brewing Company, Indiana’s third-largest craft brewery, is excited to announce the launch of HopRX, the company’s first non-alcoholic beverage. This refreshing new drink features natural lime flavors derived from hops, offering a crisp,...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap Some indications that a craft beer festival is special: 1) You have to enter a lottery to get a ticket, 2) You have to enter a lottery for your brewery to be at the event, 3) 6000 people...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap Last Saturday (July 13) was the awards ceremony day for the State Fair Indiana Brewers’ Cup, undoubtedly the most significant event in Indiana craft beer each year. This celebration brings together both pro and amateur brewers to congratulate...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap The 2024 edition of the Indiana State Fair Brewers' Competition is in the book. The breweries gathered at the state fairgrounds last Saturday evening to congratulate each other, taste some of their creations, and generally have a great...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap The 2024 edition of the US Open Beer Championship, organized by craft beer maven Dow Scoggins and based in SW Ohio, announced its medalists and list of top breweries (based on number of medals) yesterday (July 10). Third...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap It's no great secret that craft breweries are rowing upstream in rough waters right now. Indiana hasn't seen a huge number of closures, but every shuttered brewery is a loss to the community. And you only have to...
by Mark E. Lasbury for Indiana On Tap with press releases The American Distilling Institute started awarding medals for spirits in 2007, and their competition has grown into one of the larger events in the world. The 2024 edition of the contest took place recently, and...