Maine craft brew can-do: It was a bitter year, but they canned more, tweaked taprooms and hung on

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Published
January 24, 2021

Maine craft brew can-do: It was a bitter year, but they canned more, tweaked taprooms and hung on

After a decade of stout growth in Maine, "the world came to a crashing halt," as one Auburn craft brewer put it, for the craft brew industry and everyone else in the pandemic. Now many brewers are feeling better about 2021.
Published
November 7, 2020

Tasting room owners in central Maine say they can open safely indoors amid pandemic

Central Maine tasting rooms figuring out what's next, including a commitment to outdoor service during winter months.
Published
October 17, 2020

Lone Pine, Allagash take home top prizes at national beer festival

The Maine breweries win gold medals at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver.
Published
August 17, 2020

Can shortage concerns Maine breweries

With keg sales down, and pandemic restrictions still in effect, craft breweries are relying on canned beer sales to stay in business.
Published
June 8, 2020

Four Portland businesses change licenses to reopen earlier

Four bars and tasting rooms in Portland have changed their state licensing so they qualify as restaurants and can reopen in June.
Published
May 28, 2020

Wilton’s Ambition Brewery expands taproom in preparation for July 1 opening

Ambition Brewery pivots business model to stay afloat during the pandemic.
Published
May 26, 2020

Maine breweries urge Mills to let them open earlier

Brew pubs aren't allowed to reopen until July 1, but the Maine Brewers Guild notes that many of its members have outdoor seating, making them as safe for patrons as restaurants, which can reopen June 1.
Published
May 24, 2020

Beer to go may be here to stay

Maine breweries are offering curbside pickup and delivery during the pandemic, and for the foreseeable future, as customers appreciate the convenience.
Published
April 29, 2020

The Wrap: Lost Kitchen reservations, and cocktails to go

Also, more curbside options, and creative dining ideas for Mother's Day.
Published
April 25, 2020

Pandemic has Mainers buying more liquor, but there’s no trickle-down effect for brewers

While liquor sales have spiked since the coronavirus hit Maine, craft breweries, which rely heavily on taproom sales, are struggling.