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Heineken Sales Down, Profits up

Heineken Sales Down, Profits up

Yet another global mega-brewer recently announced that their sales in 2009 were down while their profits were up. How do you do that? Price increases were one of the ways,...

Heineken Sales Down, Profits up

Yet another global mega-brewer recently announced that their sales in 2009 were down while their profits were up. How do you do that? Price increases were one of the ways, but read more here: Businessweek.com. Like most small...

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A-B Announces Project Kashi

A-B Announces Project Kashi

In a nod to the GO Lean cereal, A-B and its consultants named their latest job cut plan Project Kashi. This latest round of job reductions are expected to slash...

A-B Announces Project Kashi

In a nod to the GO Lean cereal, A-B and its consultants named their latest job cut plan Project Kashi. This latest round of job reductions are expected to slash employment to approximately 4400 jobs, do from roughly...

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Politician Calls For Greater Societal Resonsibility From AB CEO

Politician Calls For Greater Societal Res...

After the big changes and record profits resulting from A-B's sale to Inbev two years ago, a Belgian politician has called for greater societal responsibility from ABI's CEO, Carlos Brito....

Politician Calls For Greater Societal Res...

After the big changes and record profits resulting from A-B's sale to Inbev two years ago, a Belgian politician has called for greater societal responsibility from ABI's CEO, Carlos Brito. ABI, the world's largest brewer and over 50%...

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Beer Wars Signs Distribution Deal

Beer Wars Signs Distribution Deal

Starting February 1st, Beer Wars will be available to rent or buy to anyone in the US and Canada who has a TV or computer (or gaming console). So finally...

Beer Wars Signs Distribution Deal

Starting February 1st, Beer Wars will be available to rent or buy to anyone in the US and Canada who has a TV or computer (or gaming console). So finally the movie will be widely available to a...

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Gansett Enjoys A Great Start To 2010

Gansett Enjoys A Great Start To 2010

Thanks everyone for drinking their part and helping Gansett to another great month in January. Sales were up everywhere from NH to FL and up a fabulous 57% in total...

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Gansett Enjoys A Great Start To 2010

Thanks everyone for drinking their part and helping Gansett to another great month in January. Sales were up everywhere from NH to FL and up a fabulous 57% in total for January vs last year. And the troubles...

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Wal-Mart Sees Light On Local

Wal-Mart Sees Light On Local

In what seems to be an acknowledgment of people’s desire for local products and variety, Wal-Mart announced that they are splitting the country into regional zones "to fine-tune the mix...

Wal-Mart Sees Light On Local

In what seems to be an acknowledgment of people’s desire for local products and variety, Wal-Mart announced that they are splitting the country into regional zones "to fine-tune the mix of products sold to suit local tastes." Many...

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Boulevard Battles Bud On Home Turf

Boulevard Battles Bud On Home Turf

In the year since InBev, a Belgian-based brewing company, bought Anheuser-Busch, Boulevard has not only gained bragging rights as Missouri’s largest home-based brewery but has seen its grocery sales increase...

Boulevard Battles Bud On Home Turf

In the year since InBev, a Belgian-based brewing company, bought Anheuser-Busch, Boulevard has not only gained bragging rights as Missouri’s largest home-based brewery but has seen its grocery sales increase 26 percent in the St. Louis market. Boulevard...

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Mark's Brewery Blog #11

Mark's Brewery Blog #11

I just read about the attached new incentive program in Providence, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. CLick HERE to read the article. I guess if...

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Mark's Brewery Blog #11

I just read about the attached new incentive program in Providence, funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. CLick HERE to read the article. I guess if Obama and Congress are going to give the...

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A Message From Our Owner, Mark Hellendrung: Small Brewers' Excise Tax

A Message From Our Owner, Mark Hellendrun...

I'm pleased to report that I had a very positive meeting with Congressman Langevin (RI) and his staff this week to discuss Congressman Neal's (MA) proposed legislation to help small...

A Message From Our Owner, Mark Hellendrun...

I'm pleased to report that I had a very positive meeting with Congressman Langevin (RI) and his staff this week to discuss Congressman Neal's (MA) proposed legislation to help small brewers. Congressman Langevin is in full support. You...

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Mark's Brewery Blog #10: The Pledge

Mark's Brewery Blog #10: The Pledge

Hi Neighbor! We at Narragansett Beer are celebrating our 120th Anniversary in 2010. As part of the year-long celebration, we encourage all of our fans to take the pledge to...

Mark's Brewery Blog #10: The Pledge

Hi Neighbor! We at Narragansett Beer are celebrating our 120th Anniversary in 2010. As part of the year-long celebration, we encourage all of our fans to take the pledge to buy ‘Gansett in 2010. Send us a message...

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Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 2 And 1

Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 2 And 1

Number 2: Brewery Rallies To help gain support for the Narragansett brewery, we held three rallies this Summer. Mark made a speech while the 'Gansett Girls gathered signatures for our...

Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 2 And 1

Number 2: Brewery Rallies To help gain support for the Narragansett brewery, we held three rallies this Summer. Mark made a speech while the 'Gansett Girls gathered signatures for our petition. 'Gansett supporters were encouraged to attend as...

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Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 7 Through 5

Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 7 Through 5

Number 7: Troy Brown Patriots legend, Troy Brown joined the cause this year to help Narragansett beer build a brewery. With that he made several signing appearances at stores and...

Gansett's Top 10 of 2009: 7 Through 5

Number 7: Troy Brown Patriots legend, Troy Brown joined the cause this year to help Narragansett beer build a brewery. With that he made several signing appearances at stores and bars throughout southern New England. The most memorable...

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