Beer, Wine & Spirits
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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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How New Ownership Has Transformed Chaddsford Winery
New ownership is in the process of transforming the Chaddsford Winery, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live. In October 2024, the Chester County winery was purchased by the owners of White Horse Winery in Hammonton, NJ. Brock J. Vinton II and his father Brock have operated White Horse since 2016 and are currently managing the…
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Time to Take in the View at These Delaware County Rooftop Bars
Warmer temperatures mean more outdoor dining and cocktails at rooftop bars. You need look no further than Delaware County to enjoy these scenic spring gatherings, writes Ben Silver and Lauren DePiero for Main Line Today. Azie in Media has a happy hour on weekdays from 4 to 6 PM, and an indoor and outdoor bar…
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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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Crime & Punishment Brewing, Brewerytown’s Only Brewery, to Close Its Doors After 10-Year Run
After a ten-year run, Crime & Punishment Brewing, the only brewery in Brewerytown, is closing its doors for good on April 12, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owner and brewer Mike Paul said the decision to close the small rowhouse brewery on Girard Avenue was due to a combination of strained finances and…
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Supérette Wine Bar, Market, and Bottle Shop in South Philadelphia Quickly Gains Attention
Supérette, a new wine bar, market, and bottle shop at the corner of Cross Street and East Passyunk Avenue, is already drawing significant attention just days after opening, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber for Philadelphia Magazine. Chloé Grigri opened the South Philadelphia wine shop on March 7, several days before its planned opening on March 11. To…
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Inside the Post-NFL Journey for East Fallowfield’s Retired Coach Dick Vermeil
Many former NFL coaches find great success after their coaching career ends—including former Eagles coach and East Fallowfield resident Dick Vermeil, writes Alex Hoegler for Total Pro Sports. Vermeil coached the Philadelphia Eagles from 1976 to 1982, successfully leading the team through four playoff seasons and one Super Bowl. After a fifteen-year break, Vermeil coached…
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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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Philadelphia Brewery Featured in Forbes’ Top Black-Owned Beer Brands for Your Next Happy Hour
Owned by brothers Richard and Mengistu Koilor, Two Locals Brewery has made Forbes’ list of top Black-owned beer brands for your next happy hour, writes Sheldon Goins for Forbes. The brothers shared a love for beer by exchanging photos of brews they found to be tasty or interesting. In 2016, they took their casual hobby…
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Eagles-Themed Beers and Spirits Are Permeating Throughout Region After Super Bowl Win
As the city continues to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles winning Super Bowl LIX, local breweries and beverage makers have launched new Eagles-themed drinks, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Notably, the Eagles and Botld, the local distillery, have launched three new limited-edition Bird Gang World Champions 2024 whiskies to celebrate the team’s Super…
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Stateside Vodka, Maker of Popular Surfside Brand Drinks, Searches for New Distillery and Office Space
Stateside Vodka is currently in an active search to find a new office space and distillery as part of its efforts to support the company’s expanding operations, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The search comes after the company disregarded its plans to open a headquarters that would house its manufacturing, distribution, and…
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Husband-Wife Duo Has Big Goals for New, Forthcoming Fishtown Winery
Justice Figueras and Shannon Leocata Figueras, owners of the soon-to-open LeoFigs winery in Fishtown, wants it to have a living room-like feel for customers, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Prior to its March opening, they are planning to start offering wine classes and private events at the space in February. The Figueras…













































