Brewers Association: August Newsletter: Brewing Trends, Upcoming Events, and Industry Insights

From the Brewers Association:

Whether you’re enjoying a crisp lager on a sunny patio or experimenting with new seasonal flavors, this month has been all about beer. Here are some recently brewed updates from the Brewers Association. Enjoy!

• GABF Tickets On Sale: Get tapped into the Great American Beer Festival this October! New and exciting for 2024: Themed experience areas and a plethora of beyond-beer options. Apply for media credentials to the largest US beer festival here.
• Federal Affairs: The BA hosted the 2024 National State Guilds Summit in Madison, WI. Dive into details about this year’s meet up!
• Style Trends: “All politics is local,” so too are craft beer trends. Crack open this piece breaking down regional style trends by staff economist Matt Gacioch and see what’s brewing near you.
• Unlocking Brewery Profits: Keg up your knowledge with this resource that breaks down COGS (Cost of Goods Sold) and learn why mastering COGS is key to brewing up a profitable business.
• CBC Seminar Proposals: Now through September 6 – the BA is welcoming proposals for educational seminars and researcher presentations at the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference. Make your voice heard!
• Mandated Recalls: Avoid the expense and stigma – have a plan. Learn all about why voluntary market withdrawals and mandated recalls might happen and how to prepare for them. 
• Collab Hour: Raise a glass with staff economist Matt Gacioch as he serves up data and insights tailored for early-stage breweries in this can’t-miss Collab Hour on September 12.
• Draught Beer Quality: Pour perfection every time! Maintaining top-notch quality and creating a memorable beer drinker experience is crucial. Check out three new online courses available for members who are ready to tap into expert status.
• Member News: Our members are doing some cool things. Here are some recent gems from July.
• Propagate Lab Puts Artificial Intelligence to Work for Brewers
• Athletic Brewing Company Announces NIL Deal with Texas Quarterback Quinn Ewers