How a Faraway Conflict Is Finding Its Way Into the Brewhouse
Global events don’t stay global for long—they show up in your brewhouse through rising costs, shifting timelines, and unexpected supplier conversations. This practical update explores how international uncertainty—from energy markets to logistics—can quietly impact breweries, along with a few smart ways to stay ahead.
Mass Beer Week Officially Recognized as Statewide Week in Massachusetts
Nate L’Etoile, Chris Sellers, Liz L’Etoile, owners of the brewery at Four Star Farms, and Governor Maura Healey toast the passage of farmers’ market sales privileges for Massachusetts breweries — a milestone the Massachusetts Brewers Guild worked more than six years to achieve on behalf of the state’s brewing community.
Raise a Glass to the Commonwealth: Mass Beer Week Celebrates Massachusetts Craft Beer, March 7–14, 2026
From Cape Cod to the Berkshires, breweries across Massachusetts are coming together to celebrate the people, places, and pints behind Mass. Made Beer. Returning March 7–14, 2026, Mass Beer Week invites breweries, restaurants, and retailers statewide to showcase the creativity, collaboration, and community impact of local craft beer.
Beer Pairings for Thanksgiving: From Turkey to Pie to Gravy, Bring These Brews
Thanksgiving dinner is the ultimate comfort meal, and with the right Massachusetts-made beers, everything on your plate can shine a little brighter. Drawing on decades of experience, Jeremy Cross of Hendler Family Brewing shares pairings that complement—or contrast—turkey, sides, and even pie. From crisp pilsners to rich barrel-aged stouts, these recommendations are starting points to help you explore local breweries and elevate your holiday table.