California Family Beer Distributors
@FamilyBeerDist
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Founded in 2020, we are independent, family-owned beer distributors based in California working to protect the longevity and value of family-owned companies.
Joined November 2020
THANK YOU to all who made it out to our Inaugural CFBD Conference in Palm Desert! With members joining from across the state and speakers from across the country, our Inaugural Conference was the perfect showcase for our strong and independent family distributors.
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For many, winter means trading lighter drinks for rich, satisfying stouts. Check out @UPROXX's picks for best wintertime stouts, including CA brews from @AlesmithBrewing and @NoCoastBrewCo
https://t.co/mIKavbCUaR
uproxx.com
We picked eight great choices that are all readily available at grocery stores and beer stores from Bangor to Bakersfield.
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Today marks the 90th anniversary of the 21st Amendment, which ended Prohibition and established our nation’s state-based system of alcohol regulation. CFBD is excited to celebrate this milestone that gave rise to America’s thriving, safe and competitive alcohol industry
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In the mood for socializing over beer (and maybe wine too) this winter? Check out @mercnews's list of 25+ beer and wine events to enjoy in NorCal this holiday season. https://t.co/Y1WMJFSqMd
mercurynews.com
Winter in the Bay can come with a chill, but booze can help to fight it’s frosty bite. Here’s a list of all the best local beer and wine events to check out this season.
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Last week, Seismic Brewing settled its long-running lawsuit with DBI Beverage. Read @NBBJ for more on the lawsuit and what it means for the industry. https://t.co/p8COmanY72
pressdemocrat.com
After more than three years of legal wrangling and a two-week trial, a battle involving Santa Rosa’s Seismic Brewing and DBI Beverage has ended.A San Francisco Superior Court jury determined …
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Happy Thanksgiving! There's no better way to celebrate than by giving back to the team members who thankfully keep beer moving all year. Check out @MarksteinC's Facebook post for more on their turkey deliveries >>
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The long-running Seismic Brewing case against an out-of-state megadistributor came to a conclusion last week. Learn more about the outcome from @KSRO
https://t.co/gPVlUAh7UE
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In California, a new tradition from @EpidemicAles celebrated Veterans with a collaborative beer brewed with and named by veteran military service members. https://t.co/S44RLwq5pV
patch.com
It marks the fifth anniversary of Epidemic's tradition of collaborating with veterans to brew and can the renowned DD-214 Unfiltered IPA.
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Planning your Thanksgiving menu yet? Here's a list of top beer pairings to consider, including California brews @foundersbrewing and @SierraNevada
https://t.co/UUuiAVUDNB
jessiebarnesbernhardt.com
A list of the best Thanksgiving beers to pair with your dinner or bring as a gift. I'm answering all of your questions and sharing Thanksgiving beer suggestions that are sure to make guests happy.
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Congratulations to the longtime Catalina Beverage Company employee Tomas Rivera! Learn more about his 40-year career here >>
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"Constellation appears to be taking it national." Forced middle-tier consolidation from mega-distributors and Constellation brands is starting to impact independent distributors across the country. Read more from @goodbeerhunting
https://t.co/1w8KyzYb2W
goodbeerhunting.com
THE GIST Beer distributors in the U.S. have historically been divisible into three camps: those which carry products from Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) or Molson Coors Beverage Co., and others affilia...
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NBWA has released its monthly Beer Distributors' Index. The ordering trends for spooky season weren't very spooky at all, signaling industry consistency for the rest of 2023. Read more here >>
nbwa.org
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) released the Beer Purchasers’ Index (BPI) for October 2023. The October data shows a steady state for the industry, as the […]
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Noticed a shift in your favorite craft beer's packaging? It's not by accident. Read more from @TheEconomist on how American beers are quickly embracing the pint. https://t.co/VYdPJiGwkU
economist.com
Call it a “stovepipe” or “19.2oz” if you must
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From everyone at CFBD, have a spook-tacular Halloween! And whether you pick trick or treat, make sure to have a safe and responsible celebration.
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California breweries helped create and celebrate the first-ever Black Brewer's Day. For more on the festivities and what it means to members of the National Black Brewers Association, read (and watch) more from @KCRABrandi
https://t.co/ZfMybwJve8
kcra.com
Tuesday is the inaugural National Black Brewer’s Day. It’s a day dedicated to recognizing the heritage and contributions of Black beer growers throughout history.
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The youngest American generation is reaching legal drinking age and is taking a different approach to alcohol. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities with Gen Z drinkers, from @iamchriscasey in @fooddive
https://t.co/AWJanl1OLD
fooddive.com
As alcohol moderation rises, a desire for drinks to fit a multitude of occasions drive the generation’s purchases, according to experts.
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Sacramento's former Mayor Kevin Johnson joined the @NBWA convention to speak on his experience with Oak Park Brewing Company and expanding inclusivity in the beer business. Read more from @ZoeLicata in @Brewbound
https://t.co/jMmSks13P9
brewbound.com
Many of the conversations on stage this week at the National Beer Wholesaler Association’s Annual Convention made some mention of Anheuser-Busch InBev’s (A-B) sales declines and the impact on beer...
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Congratulations to Jennifer Grant, General Manager and Vice President of @MarksteinC, on being awarded @NBWA's 2023 Freida G. Maisel Trailblazer Award! Watch the video below to learn more about her leadership and the women she's inspired at Markstein Sales Company.
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Beer and baseball go hand in hand while enjoying a game and they can help build a great career, too. This playoff season, check out @BryanDRoth and @mpkiser's profile on California's own baseball and brew expert, @enosarris. https://t.co/H8yQaWsJLo
goodbeerhunting.com
The baseball season is a special kind of slog. From the start of spring training to the World Series, the sport is about 250 days of play—with few breaks, and stardom measured by failing into...
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Congratulations to Raul from CFBD Member @alfordbevs on his 60th birthday and 30 years with the company! Learn more about his work in the Imperial Valley community here >>
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California doesn't just create new beers - we create entirely new styles! Check out this article from @kbernot about how the West Coast Pilsner has grown from a @hpbrewery concoction to a growing regional staple. https://t.co/lzsTGY7cEx
beerandbrewing.com
Hop-forward lagers are nothing new, but a new thread is emerging that more intentionally marries the great drinkability of a pilsner with the expressive hopping of a West Coast IPA. Could it be the...
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