NAGBW 2025 Diversity in Beer Writing Grant deadline extended to August 2

July 29th, 2025 -North American Guild of Beer Writers Announces Open Applications for 2025 Diversity in Beer Writing Grant

The North American Guild of Beer Writers (NAGBW), the leading organization for journalists, authors, podcasters, and content creators covering the beer industry and beyond, is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 Diversity in Beer Writing Grant. Celebrating its eighth year, this grant champions powerful storytelling that explores diversity and inclusion across every facet of beer - be it race, gender, sexuality, geography, ability, religion, socioeconomic status, or beyond.

The Diversity in Beer Writing Grant is designed to elevate underrepresented voices and amplify stories that challenge the status quo in brewing culture and consumption. Whether your pitch centers on homebrewing, ingredient provenance, cultural traditions, community initiatives, or taproom experiences, we want to hear from you.

We strongly encourage applications from writers who identify as female, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, or people with disabilities. Your unique perspective matters, and your lived experiences can shed light on overlooked corners of the beer world.

Selected projects will receive compensation at a rate of $0.50 per published word, up to a maximum of $1,000. Alternative formats—such as audio, video, or social-media storytelling—may be adjusted accordingly. Final payment will be issued upon publication. This grant is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Brewers Association, Allagash Brewing Company, and CraftBeer.com.

How to apply:

• Deadline: Submissions must be received by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 2, 2025.

• Requirements: A brief bio or intro, two samples of past work (beer-related or otherwise), and a pitch for your proposed story. Multimedia concepts are welcome.

• Pitch guidance: Share a precise angle, explain your approach, outline who you’ll interview, and describe what makes your story essential. While your background can inform your strategy, we’re looking for journalism rooted in reporting—not just personal essays.
  
  

Selection & publication:
A joint panel of NAGBW board members and CraftBeer.com editors will review submissions in July. Winners will be announced in August. Stories will be published on CraftBeer.com in late 2025 or early 2026, with alternative outlets considered where appropriate.

Past Recipients: Stories That Spark Change

Over the years, grant recipients have tackled underreported stories that explore identity, justice, and innovation in beer:

• Grace Lee-Weitz (2024): Top Surgery & the Taproom: Beer Workers’ Search for Gender-Affirming Care

• Ian Donley (2023): I’m Autistic, and Beer Helped Me Come Out of My Shell

• Laura Hadland (2022) – Brewers with Learning Disabilities: Equity in the Workplace

• Liz Thomas (2022) – A Walk Through History and Race in Beer City USA

• Stephanie Grant (2020) – Creating Safe Spaces for Women in the Beer Industry

• Alessandra Bergamin (2020) – A Cross-Border Brew Fosters the Next Generation of Latina Brewers
  
  

These stories showcase the transformative power of intentional storytelling in shaping perceptions and propelling the beer industry forward. They demonstrate that your unique perspective and voice can make a significant difference in the industry.

About NAGBW
The North American Guild of Beer Writers is the preeminent professional association for beer communicators and creatives - writers, authors, podcasters, broadcasters, and beyond. Our mission is to elevate the craft of beer coverage and nurture new voices in the industry. We also host annual awards and support programming, such as the Diversity in Beer Writing Grant, to encourage high-quality, inclusive journalism. If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply.

Contact & more info:
For questions, please reach out to:

• Pat Walls, NAGBW Director — walls.patrick@gmail.com

• Beth Demmon or Hollie Stephens, Grant Coordinators — (emails listed on NAGBW site)
  
  

To apply or learn more, visit: reportersnotebook.org

MILLER LITE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH 50K BEERS AND A COAST-TO-COAST TOAST

On International Beer Day, the Original Light Beer is inviting consumers to toast to 50 great years by giving away 50K beers

CHICAGO, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Miller Lite is going big for its 50th anniversary, like 'giving away 50,000 beers across the country' big. To celebrate five decades as the Original Light Beer, the brand is inviting fans to raise a glass with 50K Beers for 50 Years: a one-day nationwide toast on International Beer Day (August 1). The coast-to-coast cheers will culminate in a first-of-its-kind Beer Drop at the Miller Lite Brewery in Milwaukee. Not unlike the New Year's Eve ball drop, this event will feature a larger-than-life six-pack installation, with each oversized Miller Lite can representing an individual U.S. time zone. Beginning at 4:50 PM local time ("for the 50th"), each can will drop as the nation toasts to 50 years of Miller Time. "The 50th anniversary is just more than a milestone for Miller Lite, it's a celebration of our fans and the five decades we've spent together enjoying Miller Time," said Ann Legan, vice president of marketing, Miller family of brands. "As a thank you to our Miller Lite family, this August 1, on International Beer Day, we're giving away 50,000 beers and inviting fans to raise a glass to 50 years of celebrations – and 50+ more years of memories." Fans 21+ can join the celebration in four ways—live at the Milwaukee brewery, at one of the participating bars nationwide, via livestream from home, or by enjoying your next Miller Lite on us* by visiting millerlite.com — because no matter where you are when the clock strikes 4:50 PM, it's Miller Time. Miller Lite wouldn't be what it is today without its fans, so the brand is inviting some of its biggest supporters to join the celebration, including country music star and Miller Lite fan Luke Combs. "Miller Lite is my go-to beer, everyone knows that," said country music star Luke Combs. "So I'm excited to kick off their celebration of 50 years by announcing that Miller Lite is giving away 50,000 beers coast-to-coast for International Beer Day on August 1—now that's how you celebrate." This legendary toast is a way to say "thank you" to the fans who've made the past 50 years unforgettable. Through every laugh, cheer, and even a few tears, Miller Lite has been there, raising a glass right alongside them. The national toast celebration is part of Miller Lite's yearlong 50th anniversary campaign, honoring the beer that started it all. Earlier this summer, the brand released limited-edition gold cans to honor Miller Lite's golden birthday and announced its newest partnership with Marcello Hernandez. For more information, participating locations, and livestream details, visit millerlite.com. *NO PURCH. NEC. Open to legal res of 50 US(DC), 21+ only. Ends 8/2/25 at 3:00 AM CT or when all the 38,750 prizes have been claimed, whichever comes first. See Rules at millerlite.com/toast for entry and prize details & odds. Void where prohibited. Prize awarded as $5.00 transfer into winner's Venmo account or a $5.00 prepaid card. ABOUT MOLSON COORS BEVERAGE COMPANY For more than two centuries, Molson Coors has brewed beverages that unite people to celebrate all life's moments. From our core power brands Coors Light, Miller Lite, Coors Banquet, Molson Canadian, Carling and Ožujsko to our above premium brands including Madrí Excepcional, Staropramen, Blue Moon Belgian White and Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy, to our economy and value brands like Miller High Life and Keystone Light, we produce many beloved and iconic beers. While Molson Coors' history is rooted in beer, we offer a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle as well, including flavored beverages like Vizzy Hard Seltzer, spirits like Five Trail whiskey and non-alcoholic beverages like ZOA Energy. As a business, our ambition is to be the first choice for our people, our consumers and our customers, and our success depends on our ability to make our products available to meet a wide range of consumer segments and occasions. Molson Coors Beverage Company is a publicly traded company that operates through its Americas and EMEA&APAC reporting segments and is traded on the New York Stock Exchange and Toronto Stock Exchange. To learn more about Molson Coors Beverage Company, visit molsoncoors.com.

GUINNESS AND VAN LEEUWEN CHURN OUT THE ULTIMATE LOVELY DAY ICE CREAM COLLAB

From scoop shops to surf shops, Guinness is bringing lovely days across the country all summer long!

NEW YORK, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Two icons. One delicious collaboration. Guinness and Van Leeuwen are serving up lovely days by the scoop! The brands have teamed up to churn out the ultimate ice cream collab of the summer and prove that Guinness was made for sunny days too. The launch of the "Lovely Day for a Guinness" ice cream combines Van Leeuwen's ultra-creamy ice cream with the unforgettable flavor of Guinness mixed with rich chocolate chunks. It's bold. It's unexpected. And it's everything a summer treat should be! Inspired by the classic "Lovely Day for a Guinness" ads of the 1950s, the aptly named limited-edition ice cream pays homage to that same legacy while offering a new way to enjoy the brand during the summertime. The flavor is packaged in a custom carton, drawing design cues from this summer's limited-edition Guinness Draught Stout 4-pack—available now on shelves nationwide—that reimagines the historic Guinness toucan art with a modern American twist. The "Lovely Day for a Guinness" ice cream 14 oz pint captures the same eye-catching, visual nod to the warmer months. "We're always looking for ways to bring the bold flavor of Guinness to life in new formats, offering a modern twist to a timeless classic," said Karissa Downer, Director, Guinness. "This collaboration with Van Leeuwen captures the simple summer joys that sit at the heart of our "A Lovely Day" campaign – like sharing a scoop of ice cream, a pint of Guinness, and time with the people who make those moments matter. It's one more way to come together over a Guinness and enjoy your lovely days this summer." Starting today, the "Lovely Day for a Guinness" ice cream will be available in 14 oz pints at Van Leeuwen Scoop Shops nationwide for $11.15 or online at vanleeuwenicecream.com with shipping nationwide for $12 while supplies last. Van Leeuwen is known nationally for creative seasonal flavors with a genuine focus on good ingredients and no unnecessary stuff, and for out-of-the-box limited-edition collaboration flavors such as Hidden Valley Ranch, Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, BIGFACE Coffee Affogato in partnership with NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler and Espresso ice cream in partnership with singer/songwriter Sabrina Carpenter. CEO and co-founder Ben Van Leeuwen said: "At Van Leeuwen, we're all about making good ice cream that makes you feel good – and what better way to do that than with Guinness? Their bold, smooth flavor is a perfect match for our rich French-style ice cream, and this collab felt like the kind of lovely-day indulgence that summer calls for. It's unexpected in the best way – and we think people are going to be surprised by how naturally Guinness and ice cream go together." No matter where your lovely days take you, summertime is Guinness time! Beyond the initial launch with Van Leeuwen, Guinness is showing up to celebrate the many ways people enjoy their lovely days under the sun: Scoop Shop & Sampling Events: Here's how to score free ice cream this summer! Guinness and Van Leeuwen are teaming up to make your August a little sweeter. On select days, the below locations will offer free samples of the Guinness x Van Leeuwen limited-edition "Lovely Day for a Guinness" flavor, served alongside tiny pours of Guinness Draught while supplies last! Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Chicago: 7/30-8/1 Van Leeuwen Williamsburg Store (204 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249): 8/12 from 5-7 pm Astor Place: 8/14 from 12-8 pm (a Van Leeuwen x Guinness branded ice cream truck will be parked curbside in the area serving ice cream only) Van Leeuwen The Gulch Store (335 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203): 8/15 from 5-7 pm Van Leeuwen Dallas West Village Store (3699 McKinney Ave, Suite 1018, Dallas, TX 75204): 8/22 from 5-7 pm Follow the Pintmobile: Guinness is rolling out a fleet of custom-branded retro vans topped with iconic Guinness surfboards! These retro vans are popping up with treats, tiny pints, and photo-worthy moments so don't miss them when they roll into your neighborhood. Keep your eyes peeled in Miami, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Columbus and San Diego - it could show up on your corner! Guinness Surf Shop Pop-Up (65 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254): This August, Guinness is paying homage to the brand's iconic Surfer ad for a lovely day in Hermosa Beach! On 8/9 from 1-7 pm, adults (21+) can stop by SPYDER Surf Shop to taste the "Lovely Day for a Guinness" Van Leeuwen ice cream collab, enjoy tiny pints of Guinness Draught alongside tiny tacos from a local favorite joint and grab exclusive summer merch. As a thank you to the Hermosa Beach community for celebrating with us, Guinness is making a $20,000 donation to the Surfrider Foundation to help protect and preserve the coastline that's the backdrop to countless lovely days. Follow @GuinnessUS across social media to stay up to date on all the lovely days and local activities this summer has to offer. Remember, if you're taking a break or not drinking at all, try a Guinness 0 to keep the celebrations going. Whether you sip or scoop your Guinness, lovely days are ahead all summer long! About Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Van Leeuwen began as a yellow scoop truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 by Ben Van Leeuwen, Pete Van Leeuwen and Laura O'Neill, who were on a mission to make good ice cream from good ingredients that makes you feel good. Their French-style ice cream (made with more than double the amount of egg yolks as standard ice cream) quickly gained a loyal following. Van Leeuwen has since expanded and has scoop shops in New York, California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, DC, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Texas, Tennessee and Florida. Pints, ice cream bars and ice cream sandwiches are available in grocery stores across the country and to order for nationwide shipping from their website. To keep up with everything Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, follow the brand on Instagram @vanleeuwenicecream or visit www.vanleeuwenicecream.com. About Guinness The Guinness brand was established in 1759, when Arthur Guinness signed a 9,000 year lease on St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin. Brewed using four main ingredients, water, barley (malted & roasted), hops and yeast, Guinness is the world's most popular stout. The iconic beer is brewed in 49 countries worldwide and sold in over 150 with almost 9 million glasses of Guinness enjoyed every day around the world. The most GUINNESS is sold in Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Nigeria and Cameroon. More information can be found at www.guinness.com. About Diageo Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff, Cîroc and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE: DGE) and their products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, their people, brands, and performance, visit www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow Twitter and Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA.

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LAGUNITAS BREWING COMPANY LAUNCHES SEARCH FOR FIRST-EVER 'PARTY LEGEND' TO SAVE AMERICA'S PARTY CRISIS

With party culture at an all time low, Lagunitas wants to honor the ones still turning up with a namesake beer, a statue, and $5K to keep the party going.

PETALUMA, Calif., July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Party culture is on the decline. Social events are down 35% since 2004*, and even birthdays are getting ghosted.** Lagunitas Brewing Company is calling it what it is: the Great American Party Crisis. And they're doing something about it. Starting today, Lagunitas is launching a nationwide search for its first-ever Party Legend: someone known for their great energy and everything-is-worth-celebrating mentality. The winner will receive: A statue in their honor, one sent to the winner, and another installed at The Lagunitas Loft—an iconic party space at their Petaluma Brewery A trip to Lagunitas' brewery in Petaluma, CA to celebrate and crash one of Lagunitas' legendary parties A beer named after them, on tap for the party A $5,000 Party Legend Grant to keep the vibes pouring wherever they go "Lagunitas has always been about more than just brewing great beer—we brew good times and moments to come together with friends and family," said Hannah Dray, Chief Marketing Officer at Lagunitas Brewing Company. "Right now, partying in America is at an all-time low, and we need a Party Legend to help bring it back. The Party Legend search is our way of celebrating the people who bring the party: the ones who gather their crew, celebrate what actually matters, and turn everyday moments into something memorable. It's not about throwing the biggest party; it's about keeping the spirit alive, one cold beer at a time." To enter, post a video showing why you're the Party Legend America needs by tagging @lagunitasbeer and using #partylegendcontest, or by visiting www.lagunitaspartylegend.com. Entries open July 24 at 9 a.m. PT and will close on August 7, also known as National IPA Day. As the brewery whose iconic IPA brand forged the way for others, it only makes sense to end the search for America's Party Legend on a day worth celebrating. Let's get this party re-started. For full terms and entry details updates and details, visit www.lagunitaspartylegend.com and follow us on Instagram (@lagunitasbeer). *As reported by The Atlantic in January 2025. Source: "Throw More Parties," written by Faith Hill. Published January 12, 2025. **Conducted by YouGov on behalf of YouGov America. Results were published in January 2024 in the article "How often do Americans attend social occasions?" on today.yougov.com. ABOUT LAGUNITAS BREWING COMPANY When The Lagunitas Brewing Company started on a kitchen stove in 1993, no one could have imagined that a small Northern California brewery would expand to more than 38 countries and become the #1 selling IPA worldwide. It has developed an iconic line of hop-forward beers throughout its creation of innovative craft brews, including Lagunitas' Flagship IPA, A Little Sumpin' Sumpin', and Maximus. Since its explosion in the craft scene, Lagunitas has expanded its innovative offerings to include non-alcoholic beers like IPNA and Hazy IPNA, and it has also brought the first sparkling hop water, Hoppy Refresher, to market. With a seat at the bar for everyone and a commitment to quality and innovation in craft brewing, Lagunitas is proud to keep the spirit of its roots alive through a continued passion for edgy brewing, fresh music, a strong sense of community, and of course, a deep love of dogs. To learn more about Lagunitas Brewing Company, visit: www.LAGUNITAS.com. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. MAKING A PURCHASE WILL NOT IMPROVE CHANCES OF WINNING.  Open only legal residents of the 50 US/DC, 21 years of age and older. Void where prohibited. No alcoholic beverage is part of any prize award. Entry Period starts at 12:01 a.m. PT on 7/24/25 and ends at 11:59:59 p.m. PT on 8/7/25. Subject to Official Rules, including all Contest dates, how to enter, judging criteria, prize details, and restrictions, click here. Sponsor: The Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N. McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA 94954

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