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## Constellation Brands Delivers Strong Q3 Amid Beer Stabilization Constellation Brands reported better-than-expected third quarter results, with beer sales falling only 1% compared to a 7% drop in the prior quarter (The Drinks Business, January 2026, https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2026/01/constellation-brands-beats-forecasts-as-beer-stabilises/). This improvement signals rare optimism in a tough US beverage alcohol market, where shares rose 3% after losing 37% in 2025 (The Drinks Business, January 2026, https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2026/01/constellation-brands-beats-forecasts-as-beer-stabilises/). Demand for flagship Mexican beers **Modelo Especial** and **Corona** softened due to President Trump’s 50% tariffs on aluminum, which accounts for 41% of Constellation’s Mexican beer packaging, alongside impacts on Hispanic consumers from immigration policies (The ...
Beer Industry 2026: NA Beer Surge, Craft Closures, and Premium Shifts Reshape Global MarketNon-alcoholic beer launches dominate early 2026 amid Dry January campaigns, while craft breweries grapple with ongoing closures and the global market eyes premiumization for growth.Non-Alcoholic Beer Boom Fuels January LaunchesAthletic Brewing relaunches **Athletic January** with on-premise activations and bold-flavor innovations to capitalize on rising demand for flavorful NA options (Craft Brewing Business, 2026).Reuben’s Brews in Seattle launches the **Party On NA Beer Run**, a beer mile event celebrating non-alcoholic brews as moderation trends gain traction (Brewpublic, 2026).Anheuser-Busch rolls out **Michelob ULTRA Zero Lime**, expanding its fast-growing non-alcohol ...
## Non-Alcoholic Beer Boom Drives January 2026 Launches Athletic Brewing relaunches **Athletic January** with on-premise activations and bold-flavor innovations to meet rising demand for flavorful NA options (Craft Brewing Business, 2026).[7] Reuben’s Brews in Seattle kicks off Dry January with the **Party On NA Beer Run**, a beer mile event celebrating non-alcoholic brews amid moderation trends (Brewpublic, 2026).[8] Anheuser-Busch introduces **Michelob ULTRA Zero Lime**, expanding its fast-growing non-alcohol portfolio hitting shelves this January (Anheuser-Busch, 2026).[9] Great Lakes Brewing expands the Conway's Irish family with a new **Irish Party Pack**, marking its first 2026 release (Great Lakes Brewing Company, 2026).[10] ## ...
## Craft Beer Shakeout Continues into 2026 Craft breweries faced a second consecutive year of more closures than openings in 2025, with nearly 9,800 firms remaining amid sales declines outpacing the category (Vinepair, 2026)[3]. The Brewers Association noted 434 brewery closures in 2025, highlighting persistent industry pressures (FOX13 News, 2026)[7]. In New Mexico, Bosque Brewing closed all taprooms last week following bankruptcy dismissal, signaling broader headwinds from inflation and shifting consumer habits (Albuquerque Journal, 2026)[9]. Batavia's Beers of the World retailer announced closure by end of February 2026, attributing the decision to economic changes and declining beverage-alcohol sales driven by ...
## Hippin Hops Brewpub Relaunches in East Atlanta Hippin Hops Brewpub will relaunch in January 2026 under new ownership, featuring local brews alongside oysters and Southern-inspired dishes (Beer Connoisseur, 2026).[5] The revival targets Atlanta's craft beer enthusiasts seeking unique taproom experiences amid industry consolidation. ## Beers of the World Retailer Closes Amid Economic Pressures Batavia-based Beers of the World store in Rochester will shut down by end of February 2026, citing changes in the economy and beer industry (WXXI News, 2026).[6] The closure reflects broader beverage-alcohol sales declines, driven by financial strains and heightened health awareness reducing consumption (WXXI News, ...
Craft Beer Trends 2026: Lager Renaissance, Low-ABV Surge and Hyper-Local Brews Dominate New Philadelphia Brewery Signals Bright Spots Amid Industry Challenges Future Days, a one-year-old brewery in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties, exemplifies the resilience of craft beer in 2026. Despite 2025's overall industry struggles with beer losing ground to canned cocktails and non-alcoholic alternatives, this spot focuses on **lower ABV beers** around 5%, offering clean, sessionable styles like New England IPAs, pale ales, Alt beer, and coffee porter (BeerAppreciation.com, January 2, 2026, https://beerappreciation.com/2026/01/02/future-days-shining-in-philly-for-craft-beer-in-2026/). Standouts include the refreshing Kölsch "Future Days" and smoked Helles Pils "Sympathy," brewed with restraint for flavorful yet ...
