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LANSING, Mich— A 2-year version of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (CBMTRA), which lowers the federal excise tax for breweries, was passed on Wednesday, December 20, 2017  by …
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Over a decade ago, Suds & Snow started as a small beer festival meant to break up the winter. On Saturday, the 11th annual Suds & Snow was larger and …
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Nothing could stop people from enjoying U.P. Beer Fest this past Saturday.

Not the 10-hour drive to Marquette (for downstate attendees).

Not the monsoon rainfall that started at …
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ABV: 6% IBUs: 30

I have a feeling that the folks at Blackrocks know a thing or two about surviving Michigan winters.

Located in Marquette in the U.P., winter starts …
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5.5% ABV, Draft

Appearance: Deep amber with a light headAroma: Sweet malts with caramel waftsTaste: Biscuity, caramel not overbearing, smooth finishMouthfeel: Medium bodied

This rich American Amber Ale is one …
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5.5% ABV, Can

Appearance: Clear gold with a medium head.Aroma: Citrus fruit with some yeast.Taste: Similar to the aroma; sweet citrus with some bread-like flavors and wheat.Mouthfeel: Light bodied.

Grand …
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9% ABV, Bottle

Appearance: Cloudy gold with a medium white head.Aroma: Citrus fruit and some earthy notes.Taste: Mild; not over-the-top in terms of bitterness. Citrus flavors are immediately present.Mouthfeel: Medium …
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MARQUETTE —There was no shortage of ugly sweaters at Blackrocks Brewery’s third anniversary celebration at its production site on Washington Street this weekend. The party gave guests the opportunity to …
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