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Stemma Celebrates New Bellingham Location Friday
At the end of last year, Bellingham’s Stemma Brewing moved into the former home of Twin Sisters Brewing. The new-to-them brewery, taproom, and beer garden would serve as Stemma’s second location in Bellingham. They’ve been softly open, but now Stemma Brewing announces the grand opening of Stemma West on Friday, June 6. (Washington Beer Blog)
Ferment Releases Five New Beers
Ferment Brewing’s latest seasonal offerings include one that highlights the brewery’s commitment to experimentation, tradition, and sustainability. White River Saison is a classic Saison, highly effervescent, with a 5% ABV, and inspired by the small farmhouse breweries of Belgium’s Wallonia region. (Brewpublic)
RNDC to Exit California Amidst Major Supplier Losses
The country’s second-largest beverage-alcohol distributor, Republic National Distributing Company, is shuttering its operations in California, the country’s largest spirits market, after losing several major suppliers. (VinePair)
Tariffs Impacting Breweries
A GlobalData report highlights that recent tariffs are adding financial pressure on U.S. craft breweries, affecting their profitability and operations. (Craft Brewing Business)
Decline in Number of Washington Craft Breweries
According to data from the Brewers Association, Washington state experienced a decline in the number of independent craft breweries, dropping from 459 in 2023 to 424 at the start of 2025. This marks the first decrease in the state’s craft brewery count since at least 2011, reflecting broader national trends in the industry. (Cascadia Daily)
Craft Brewers Are Becoming THC Drinks Producers
Owing to a regulatory loophole created by Congress seven years ago, THC-infused drinks are being sold legally in stores and online. The fight for retail listings has become a reality. To combat this, brewers are eyeing the category with keen awareness, admittedly assessing where they can gain a brand advantage over total newcomers. (The Drink Business)
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