California Family Beer Distributors

THANK YOU to all who made it out to our Inaugural CFBD Conference in Palm Desert! With members joining from across the state and speakers from across the country, our Inaugural Conference was the perfect showcase for our strong and independent family distributors.

For many, winter means trading lighter drinks for rich, satisfying stouts. Check out @UPROXX's picks for best wintertime stouts, including CA brews from @AlesmithBrewing and @NoCoastBrewCo uproxx.com/life/best-imperia…

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the 21st Amendment, which ended Prohibition and established our nation’s state-based system of alcohol regulation. CFBD is excited to celebrate this milestone that gave rise to America’s thriving, safe and competitive alcohol industry

In the mood for socializing over beer (and maybe wine too) this winter? Check out @mercnews's list of 25+ beer and wine events to enjoy in NorCal this holiday season. mercurynews.com/2023/11/10/2…

Last week, Seismic Brewing settled its long-running lawsuit with DBI Beverage. Read @NBBJ for more on the lawsuit and what it means for the industry. northbaybusinessjournal.com/…

Happy Thanksgiving! There's no better way to celebrate than by giving back to the team members who thankfully keep beer moving all year. Check out @MarksteinC's Facebook post for more on their turkey deliveries >> bit.ly/3SRkBsg

The long-running Seismic Brewing case against an out-of-state megadistributor came to a conclusion last week. Learn more about the outcome from @KSRO ksro.com/2023/11/17/santa-ro…

In California, a new tradition from @EpidemicAles celebrated Veterans with a collaborative beer brewed with and named by veteran military service members. patch.com/california/concord…

Planning your Thanksgiving menu yet? Here's a list of top beer pairings to consider, including California brews @foundersbrewing and @SierraNevada jessiebarnesbernhardt.com/bl…

Congratulations to the longtime Catalina Beverage Company employee Tomas Rivera! Learn more about his 40-year career here >> bit.ly/46dME8h

"Constellation appears to be taking it national." Forced middle-tier consolidation from mega-distributors and Constellation brands is starting to impact independent distributors across the country. Read more from @goodbeerhunting goodbeerhunting.com/sightlin…

NBWA has released its monthly Beer Distributors' Index. The ordering trends for spooky season weren't very spooky at all, signaling industry consistency for the rest of 2023. Read more here >> bit.ly/3QIsNJV

Noticed a shift in your favorite craft beer's packaging? It's not by accident. Read more from @TheEconomist on how American beers are quickly embracing the pint. economist.com/united-states/…

From everyone at CFBD, have a spook-tacular Halloween! And whether you pick trick or treat, make sure to have a safe and responsible celebration.

California breweries helped create and celebrate the first-ever Black Brewer's Day. For more on the festivities and what it means to members of the National Black Brewers Association, read (and watch) more from @KCRABrandi kcra.com/article/what-to-kno…

The youngest American generation is reaching legal drinking age and is taking a different approach to alcohol. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities with Gen Z drinkers, from @iamchriscasey in @fooddive fooddive.com/news/gen-z-alco…

Sacramento's former Mayor Kevin Johnson joined the @NBWA convention to speak on his experience with Oak Park Brewing Company and expanding inclusivity in the beer business. Read more from @ZoeLicata in @Brewbound brewbound.com/news/kevin-joh…

Congratulations to Jennifer Grant, General Manager and Vice President of @MarksteinC, on being awarded @NBWA's 2023 Freida G. Maisel Trailblazer Award! Watch the video below to learn more about her leadership and the women she's inspired at Markstein Sales Company.

Beer and baseball go hand in hand while enjoying a game and they can help build a great career, too. This playoff season, check out @BryanDRoth and @mpkiser's profile on California's own baseball and brew expert, @enosarris. goodbeerhunting.com/blog/202…

Congratulations to Raul from CFBD Member @alfordbevs on his 60th birthday and 30 years with the company! Learn more about his work in the Imperial Valley community here >> bit.ly/3ROyhnv

California doesn't just create new beers - we create entirely new styles! Check out this article from @kbernot about how the West Coast Pilsner has grown from a @hpbrewery concoction to a growing regional staple. beerandbrewing.com/writing-t…