While reflecting back on 2021, so much has happened in the PA craft beer industry. With many breweries opening, a few closing, the industry coming out of the pandemic, and so much more, this year has brought a lot to talk about.
As we have done the past few years, we have a list of the top 10 PA craft beer news stories. Check out how these compare to the top 10 from 2019, and the top 10 from 2020.
As the leading voice in PA craft beer, we have stayed on top of it all. Below is a list of the top 10 news items we shared on BreweriesInPA.com. The list is based on page views for the year, starting with the most viewed news article.
1. UPDATE; Tired Hands Address Stories Of Misconduct In Now Deleted Social Media Post
2. It Appears Other Half Brewing Files License For Former Goose Island Brewery In Philadelphia
3. The Top 10 Breweries In Pennsylvania In 2021 According To Untappd
Are you an Untappd fanatic? Frantically checking in the latest beer purchase as soon as it touches your lips? If so, you probably want to see how breweries in Pennsylvania stack up against each other through the app.
4. Pennsylvania Lifts Mask Mandate For Restaurants And Breweries In Accordance With CDC Guidelines
5. Why Are Breweries Intentionally Pouring Glasses Full Of Foam?
6. REPORT: Gas Explosion At Victory Brewing Taproom In Kennett Square
Back in January 2021, there was a reported gas explosion at Victory Beer’s taproom in Kennett Square, PA. A spokesperson for Victory says the taproom was closed for the day, and no customers or employees were in the building at the time, and no injuries were reported. The brewery has not reopened the taproom in 2021.
7. Dancing Gnome Plans Expansion Of Brewing Operations To New Location
8. The Side Pull Tap… What Is It And Why Should We Care?
Side Pull taps took Pennsylvania by storm in 2021. For those who don’t know, a side pull draft beer faucet (or Czech beer faucet) is used to control the flow of beer to create a creamy head, which is the traditional way of enjoying a Czech pilsner. Learn more about them here!
9. Pennsylvania Eases Covid Restrictions On Bars, Restaurants and Breweries Effective April 4th
An announcement by Governor Tom Wolf eased restrictions on bars, restaurants, and breweries as of April 4th, 2021. Bar service resumed, alcohol service without the purchase of food, increased dining, and more were some of the major impacts.
