Beer, Wine & Spirits
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Kensington Cocktail Brand Surfside Relocates Temporarily to Trevose, Builds Nationwide Momentum
Cocktail brand Surfside, from Kensington’s Stateside Distillery, is temporarily relocating its headquarters to a larger space in Trevose as it continues building nationwide momentum, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. Stateside’s owners, two pairs of brothers — Clement and Zach Pappas, and Matt and Bryan Quigley — originally signed a long-term industrial lease on a…
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Tariffs Poise Pennsylvania Craft Beer Industry for Higher Prices
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are bringing uncertainty into Pennsylvania’s craft beer industry, potentially leading to increased prices on various products, write Mike D’Onofrio and John Frank for AXIOS. Tariffs on equipment, kegs, aluminum cans, and ingredients are challenging brewers, especially small producers, in their efforts to keep prices steady. Craft beer is a major industry…
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Bucks County is Pennsylvania’s Fourth-Biggest Alcohol Consumer; These Are Local Drinks of Choice
Bucks County ranked fourth in Pennsylvania for alcohol consumption, with 10.8 million units sold at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores from July 2023 to June 2024, write Garland Fordice, Lizzie Mulvey, and Chris A. Williams for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Doylestown (18901) residents prefer wine, with 442,975 units sold, followed by liquor at 233,772 units.…
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Four Pennsylvania Breweries Rank Among 50 Largest Craft Brewing Companies in 2024
Four Pennsylvania breweries are on the Brewers Association’s list of the largest craft brewing companies for 2024, writes Don Tse for Forbes. The Brewers Association reported that craft breweries in the United States produced four percent less beer in 2024 compared to the previous year. However, price adjustments increased the retail value of craft beer…
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Wawa Wins Battle to Sell Alcohol in Hatboro
After an uphill battle, Hatboro’s Wawa now serves alcohol, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Last year, the convenience store proposed plans to bring a liquor license from a Norristown business to their new location in Hatboro. The borough voted against the motion in a 5-2 vote. This came after the borough fought and lost…
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Wine Lovers Adding More Cellars to Brandywine Valley Homes to Protect Their Collections
Wine cellars are becoming a must-have in the Brandywine Valley, as more wine collectors add them to their homes to safeguard their collections, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. West Chester-based architect Richard Buchanan has noticed that the dream homes he designs throughout the region now often include cellars. “Since the pandemic, there’s definitely been…
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This Restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is a Natural Wine Hot Spot
When people enter to dine at a.kitchen+bar in Rittenhouse Square, it’s easy to get lost in the delicious international dishes, but it’s wine is what really sets it apart from many other eateries, writes Julia Larson for Wine Spectator. The restaurant has a list of about 350 wines. According to wine director Frank Kinyon, to…
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Brothers Kershner Brewing Continues Its Chester County Expansion with New Taproom
Skippack-based Brothers Kershner Brewing is continuing its expansion in Chester County with a new taproom in Avondale, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Co-founders Kevin and Basil Kershner are aiming for a May opening of their latest establishment called The Barrel by Brothers Kershner. The taproom will occupy a two-story, historic stone bank…
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Yardley Distillery Introduces Limited Edition Vodka Celebrating the Eagles
A Bucks County distillery has created a colorful new drink that is sure to be a new necessity for football fans this weekend. Nikki DeMentri wrote about the distillery for CBS Philadelphia. Ahead of Sunday’s Super Bowl game, Yardley Distillery has introduced a limited edition Bleed Green Vodka. The distillery started producing the Eagles-themed drink…
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Fans Rush to Buckingham Valley Vineyards for Special-Release Green Sparkling Wine Ahead of Super Bowl
With the Super Bowl fast approaching, fans are rushing to Buckingham Valley Vineyards to grab a bottle of its special-release Green Sparkling Wine, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jerry Forest, who owns the winery with his wife, Kathy, and their three sons, had no idea the wine would become so popular…
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Grab a Bite and Have a Drink At the Most Exciting Restaurant Bars in Philly
Philadelphia has a number of restaurants with great bar programs that have transformed into great attractions throughout the city, writes Kae Lani Palsimano for Philadelphia Magazine. At The Kongsi Bar at Kampar, you can experience unique tastes of Malaysia. Some drink options include kopi (coffee) and martinis, which can be paired with your Kerabu Jantung…
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Havertown Bar Owner Notes Guinness on the Rise Among a Surprising Demographic
Local bar owners, including Tom Thornton of J.D. McGillicuddy’s in Havertown, have noticed a boost in Guinness sales among an unexpected age group, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acclaimed Irish stout has been a fan favorite for older demographics in Ireland and the United States since its creation. Recently, Thornton has noticed…
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Morrisville Brewery Releases Girl Scout-Inspired Beers for Second Year in a Row
Back by popular demand, Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery in Morrisville is releasing its second annual line of Girl Scout-inspired beers on January 16th at noon. The Adventures in Scouting beer collection offers four creative brews: Cinnamon Roll Winter Warmer, Lemon Sour Ale, Chocolate Stout with Caramel & Toasted Coconut, and Peanut Butter Brown Ale. The release…
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Bucks County-Based Brew Pub Opens Second PA Location in Easton
Bucks County-based Vault Brewing Company recently celebrated the opening of a second location on Saturday, writes Ryan Kneller for WFMZ. The new location in downtown Easton has opened just in time for holiday get-togethers. Vault is known for brewing a wide variety of craft beers, including ales, lagers, sours, and stouts. The new Easton location…
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Bucks County Leadership: Jared Adkins, Owner, Bluebird Distilling and Char & Stave
Jared Adkins, owner of Phoenixville-based Bluebird Distilling and Char & Stave, a European-inspired coffee shop with locations in Chestnut Hill and Ardmore, grew up in Skippack. His parents were also entrepreneurs who owned several daycares and a construction company, where Adkins worked as a teenager. After college, he discovered a passion for brewing beer and…
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Millstone Spirits Group Plans to Expand to Larger Facility in Northeast Philly, See Seven-Fold Production Increase
Millstone Spirits Group is working on expanding into a larger space in Northeast Philadelphia and increasing its annual spirits production by over 700 percent, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 11-year-old Philadelphia company plans on moving into the new 35,000-square-foot facility before the end of the month. Millstone Spirits Group is the…
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This Brewery in Croydon Has One of the Highest-Rated IPAs in Pennsylvania
The craft beer scene has gradually taken shape across the nation and Pennsylvania has a long profile of solid options to choose from when it comes to the popular IPAs, according to Stacker. The publication has put together a list of the best IPAs from Pennsylvania, using data from BeerAdvocate. A popular Bucks County brewery…
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Chaddsford Winery Sold to Family with Commitment to Continue Its Legacy
After a highly strategic and thoughtful process, Chaddsford Winery has been sold to the Vinton family, owners of the New Jersey-based White Horse Winery. The Vinton family is the perfect fit with their deep ties to the Brandywine community and a commitment to elevating Mid-Atlantic wines. As such, Chaddsford’s four decades-long legacy will continue while benefiting from…
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