Since the law took effect in November, one winery, one brewery and two distilleries have been approved in the state for samplings.
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With a larger space in Gorham, Lone Pine Brewing barrels toward more growth
The company expects to easily quadruple production again this year, which would make it one of the 10 largest breweries in the state.
Austin Street Brewery to open East Bayside location
The brewery on Industrial Way plans to have a larger tasting room and outdoor area at its second location.
Larger Maine brewers face tougher market than microbreweries
Allagash and Shipyard compete harder as regional beer makers in a crowded industry.
‘Nowhere’ is a hot place to brew beer in Maine
The state’s craft brew phenomenon isn’t slowing down; it’s branching out to rural communities where everyone knows your name.
Homegrown: Using the tasty trifecta of meat, beer and coffee
Steindry uses the three to make artisanal jerkies out of local fruits and meats.
Maine Beer Box to travel to land of our brews’ roots – England
The custom container will deliver dozens of craft beers to Leeds, then carry British beverages back to Portland for a festival.
Shipyard’s ambitious redevelopment plan means loss of jobs at downtown brewery
But the company says the roughly 30 employees affected will be offered positions at the brewery’s 7 other locations and with 9 partner companies looking for workers.
Shipyard Brewing’s ambitious plan for India Street area includes housing, TV station, ‘brewtel’
The $65 million proposal also calls for a new office building and parking garage on the 2-acre site and renovating the brewery.
Beer in cans: A greener way to go
Cans are twice as likely as bottles to be recycled.