Anheuser-Busch Responds to Watered-Down Beer Claims with Ads
Alexander Zemlianichenko JR/Bloomberg via Getty Images(NEW YORK) — Anheuser-Busch InBev, the maker of Budweiser, has been hit with multiple federal lawsuits, claiming the company is watering down its brew. The beer maker has disputed the claims,…
Lawsuit Claims Budweiser and Other Brands are Watered-Down
Alexander Zemlianichenko JR/Bloomberg via Getty Images(SAN FRANSISCO) — There may be some truth to the joke that certain beers are no more than water.
A new class lawsuit claims Anheuser-Busch is watering down its Budweiser and several other brands, a…
Colorado Company Making Beer with Bull Testicles
Hemera/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — A beer flavored with bull testicles started out as an April Fool’s joke for a Denver brewery and restaurant, but thanks to the popularity of the prank, the Wynkoop Brewing Company has officially announced it will be selli…
Ohio Brewery Creates Beer to Commemorate End of World
iStockphoto/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — If you’re worried the world is going to come to an end this Friday, you probably could use a drink. And what could be better than a nice cold one brewed just for the occasion.Brewers at The Thirsty Dog Brewing …
Big Oil, Big Tobacco…Big Beer?
Ryan McVay/Thinkstock(WASHINGTON) — Standard Oil was broken up in 1911. Could the beer industry be next?A powerful Washington think tank says big beer companies are edging smaller microbreweries out of the market — and antitrust regulators are …
‘World’s Best Beer’ Available in Stores for First Time
iStockphoto/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Beer aficionados are pouncing at the rare opportunity to buy one of the world’s most elusive and revered beers for the first — and perhaps only — time in the United States.Westvleteren XII, often ha…
Can a Cold One Cure Colds?
Hemera/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — An ingredient in beer can supposedly help people get over colds, according to a new study.But don’t get too worked up — there’s a lot more to the story than that.For one thing, the study was conducted at Sapporo Medical …
For First Time in History, Beer and Wine in Magic Kingdom
Matt Stroshane/Bloomberg via Getty Images(NEW YORK) — They say Walt Disney World is the place where wishes come true.And if you’re one of the countless frazzled parents who’ve wished for a beer or a glass of wine after a long day in the Magic Kingdom,…
For First Time in History, Beer and Wine in Magic Kingdom
Matt Stroshane/Bloomberg via Getty Images(NEW YORK) — They say Walt Disney World is the place where wishes come true.And if you’re one of the countless frazzled parents who’ve wished for a beer or a glass of wine after a long day in the Magic Kingdom,…
From Food to Breweries to Candles, Businesses Embracing Pumpkins
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images(NEW YORK) — Once reserved for the holiday pie and jack-o’-lanterns, America is embracing the pumpkin in a huge way. From lattes to beer to candles and car deodorizers, there’s scarcely a product line that doesn’t inc…
White House Unveils Obama Beer Recipes
Official White House Photo by Pete Souza(WASHINGTON) — Ever since word got out that President Obama was brewing his own beer in the White House, people have been clamoring for a taste and the recipe. Now the secret is out. Und…
Obama Stops For ‘Just One’ More Beer
JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images(WATERLOO, Iowa) — President Obama on Tuesday recounted how much he enjoyed his pork chop and beer at the Iowa State Fair on Monday night.“It was good. I might have another beer today. You know, just one,&…
Sam Adams Creates Ale for Newlyweds
Boston Beer Company(BOSTON) — Newlyweds now have a little something else to celebrate other than their nuptials: a new beer from Samuel Adams. Newlywed Ale, a limited-edition pale ale, will only be available Thursday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the…
Heineken Offers to Buy Asian Brewer for $6 Billion
Hemera/Thinkstock(NEW YORK) — Heineken, the world’s third biggest brewer, bid $6 billion for complete control of Asia Pacific Breweries Ltd., according to Bloomberg.Although Heineken owns 42 percent of APB, they would like to buy out Fraser and …
IKEA’s Latest Offering: You Won’t Find It in the US
PHILIPPE HUGUEN/AFP/GettyImages(WASHINGTON) — IKEA stores in the U.K. are now selling more than couches and shelves. The chain is now offering Ol Mork Lager, a dark lager beer. The bottle is decorated with drawings of hops and features the…
Mom Accused of Giving Toddler Beer at Restaurant
ABC News (PHOENIX) — A Phoenix mom was arrested after she allegedly put beer in her toddler’s sippy cup and a witness claimed the child fell out of his chair in a possible state of intoxication.Officers arrested Valerie Marie Topete, 36, after t…
New Beer Includes Bits of Gold
Zoonar/Thinkstock(OSTRAVA, Czech Republic) — This isn’t your average tailgating beer. A brewery in the Czech Republic has released a gold-flecked lager that’s fit for a king.The beer, packaged in a champagne bottle, contains 0.018 gr…
New ‘Beer’ Has Dogs Barking for Brews
Richard Marshall/St. Paul Pioneer Press(SEATTLE) — What’s the legal drinking age in dog years?That’s what you might be asking yourself if you come across a bottle of Bowser Beer, a new brew crafted for a canine clientele. But you need not worry: this …
Japanese Brewery Introduces Soft-Serve Beer
Hemera/Thinkstock(TOKYO) — With Japan facing the prospect of yet another sweltering summer with limited power and air conditioning, one beverage company has come up with a creative solution to stay cool: soft serve beer. The drink, concocted by brewin…
Baby-Faced Man Busted Buying Beer
WSB/ABC News(ATLANTA) — A baby-faced man has an upcoming court date after he spent two days in jail for disorderly conduct while trying to buy beer.At 22 years old, Jose Sanders looks more like a middle school student than a beer-drinking adult due to…