But challenges present themselves ‘the farther you get from your home base.’
James Patrick
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Who sits atop Maine’s beer scene? It’s pretty fluid
Seismic shifts within the industry, generated by growing competition and evolving tastes, are hurting some of the state’s original craft brewers.
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Bangor brewery banks on opportunity
Geaghan Bros. pushes into top 10 with Bangor area’s support.
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How Sebago succeeds: ‘Our beers have evolved’
Old and new brews contribute to its sales surge.
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Shipyard files trademark lawsuit against Missouri brewery over ‘Shiphead’ beer
The Portland-based brewery takes issue with the name of the beer and Logboat Brewing’s labeling and packaging.
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Stiff competition among Maine’s craft brewers leaves some with no place at the bar
A regional beer summit at USM will address issues that the maturing industry faces, such as the economics of competition.
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New owner sees better times ahead for Geary’s Brewing
Despite a social media backlash and a probable loss this year, Alan Lapoint looks forward to reviving Maine’s first craft brewery.
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Monument Square farmers market ends in November – but not for Dick Piper
The farmer from Buckfield shows up throughout the winter, mostly because he enjoys the socializing.
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Portland’s cradle of craft beers spawns generations of brewers
1 Industrial Way is the city’s beer hub, a testament to the popularity of Allagash, craft brews … and floor drains.
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Geary’s sales dip as upstart craft beers crowd the market
The brewer that started it all in Maine is trying to adapt to a changing marketplace.