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MOOSEHEAD BREWERIES MOVING ENTIRE PRODUCT LINE-UP TO CANS AND KEG

Canada's oldest and largest independent brewery will honour this milestone by giving its biggest fan the chance to own the "Last Bottle" off the production line

SAINT JOHN, NB, Sept. 16, 2025 /CNW/ - Moosehead Breweries has announced that, beginning early next year, its selection of beers will no longer be sold in bottles, a move that reflects a long-term shift in consumer preferences.

Today, only 7% of beer in Canada is sold in bottles - while 85% is sold in cans, an increase from just 65% only five years ago.

"When I started my career at Moosehead 32 years ago, 90 per cent of the beer being sold in Canada was in bottles. Today, consumer preference has shifted," explains Andrew Oland, President and CEO, Moosehead Breweries. "This decision to move away from bottles hasn't been taken lightly — after all, the Moosehead green bottle has been an iconic symbol of our brewery for generations. But ultimately, we're following the lead set by Canadians, who have made it clear that cans are their preferred way of enjoying not just our beer - but every beer across the category."

The shift will also allow Moosehead to deepen their investment in the brewery's canning capabilities in the coming years.

The brewery won't be saying goodbye to their bottles without a proper send off. Concurrent to this announcement, Moosehead is launching "The Last Bottle", an opportunity for the brand's biggest fan to own the final bottle ever made by Moosehead Breweries.

"We know that the last bottle that comes off the Moosehead production line is more than just a bottle - it's a piece of Canadian brewing history," concludes Oland. "We want this last bottle to find a worthy home, with a fan who exemplifies Moosehead's core values; passion, courage and respect."

At moosehead.ca/thelastbottle/, Canadians are invited to share their stories with the brewery - demonstrating why their Moosehead fandom stands above the rest. The winner, who will be selected by Oland and his team, will travel to Moosehead Breweries to witness the last-ever bottle run alongside Oland and Moosehead employees, tour the historic brewery, and take home the final bottle itself, directly off the line.

The contest closes on October 27, 2025.

Among the factors driving the shift in consumer preference, cans offer superior protection against both light and oxygen, two primary factors that can degrade beer quality. They also require less material and less energy to produce and transport.

The final run of bottles on the Moosehead production line will take place in December 2025. Canadians can expect to see Moosehead bottles on-shelf into early 2026 in limited quantities. International shipments of bottles ended this summer.

About Moosehead Breweries

Moosehead has been led by the Oland family since 1867, making us the last major brewery in Canada that is still owned by Canadians. Our 158-year history is as rich as the flavour of our beer. Today, we exist to reawaken and reward the courage to go after what's difficult because we know that obstacles are just opportunities to show the world what you're capable of.

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The #1 IPA in the U.S. Unleashes 21-Foot Tallboy on Wheels


Voodoo Ranger Rolls Out Giant Juice Force Tanker to Buy Fans a Tallboy

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Voodoo Ranger, America's #1 IPA, is hitting the road with a massive 21-foot tanker of Juice Force IPA on a rangerous four-state tour. From California to Texas, fans lucky enough to spot the rolling tallboy can help empty it one Juice Force at a time.

Kicking off tailgate season, the Voodoo Ranger Juice Force Tanker is making pit stops at major football games, festivals, and concert venues across the Southwest. Fans who catch it in action can scan the giant can's QR code for an instant shot at $5 toward their next tallboy. A live beer gauge on the side of the tanker tracks Juice Force levels in real time, counting down every pour until the tank runs dry. 

Why the oversized tallboy on wheels? Because Voodoo Ranger is impossible to ignore. Of the top five IPA brands in the U.S., only two are experiencing growth, and both are from Voodoo Ranger: Juice Force IPA and Imperial IPA. The brand now commands more than a third of craft beer singles sold in convenience stores, fueled by five consecutive years of double-digit growth. In real time, every 1.3 seconds, someone in the U.S. cracks open a Voodoo Ranger. When it comes to the beer aisle, no craft brand shows up or stands out like Voodoo does.

See the tank rolling here: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2775543/New_Belgium_Brewing_Voodoo_Ranger.mp4

"Juice Force is a rocket ship within our portfolio right now, and the Tanker is the perfect way to give it the attention it deserves," said Michelle Robertson, Senior Brand Manager at Voodoo Ranger. "The Juice Force Tanker Tour turns crushing beers with friends into a larger-than-life experience. Whether it's a bar crawl, the tailgate before a game, or just catching sight of a tanker-sized tallboy barreling down the highway, it's about serving up the wild antics Juice Force was made for."

The tour includes stadiums, festivals, and tailgates across California, Colorado, Arizona, and Texas. Key market dates are listed below and check out emptythetanker.com for the full list of events.

  • Los Angeles: 9/17-9/21
  • Front Range (Colorado): 9/24-9/30
  • Dallas/Fort Worth: 10/3-10/6
  • Austin: 10/9-10/12
  • Phoenix: 10/15-10/18

Fans can follow along at emptythetanker.com and Voodoo Ranger's Instagram channel to see where the tallboy rolls up next. Must be 21+ to purchase. Live rangerously, not recklessly. Never drink and drive."

About Voodoo Ranger

Crafted by New Belgium Brewing, Voodoo Ranger is the fastest growing craft beer brand in the country. Launched in 2017 with just three beers, Voodoo Ranger has since expanded its lineup to include over 20 distinct brews including the flagship Voodoo Ranger IPA, Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA, and Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA, along with recent record-breaking releases like Juice Force IPA, Tropic Force IPA, and Hardcharged Tea.

For a rangerously good time, follow @voodooranger on Instagram, learn more at voodooranger.com, and discover the official merch of epic beer at www.vootique.com.

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PICKERINGTON OKTOBERFEST 2025

“Join us for a FREE TWO-DAY outdoor festival the whole family will love! Enjoy live music, delicious food, kids’ activities, and a welcoming community bier garden! There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this year!”

— Combustion Owner, Sarah Jackson


🥞 PICKERINGTON LIONS CLUB

🦁 PANCAKE BREAKFAST 9-11am

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • 3-10pm
SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • 10am-10pm

🍺 TWO-DAYS! ÜBER FUN! 🍺

Check out this throwback video from previous years!
https://youtu.be/kWOsQVZJMd4

A FREE Community Event brought to you by the Pickerington Village Association and Combustion Brewery & Taproom. This TWO-DAY outdoor event and bier garden will take place in the Combustion parking lot! All minors must be accompanied by an adult. #PickOhioBeer #DrinkBeerMadeHere

— SEPTEMBER 19th —

ALL FOOD TRUCKS • 3-10
• Bob's Backyard BBQ
• El Catrin
• Fetty’s Street Food
• Poppy’s Roadside Diner
• Schmidt’s Sausage Haus

AXE THROWING 3-10
• Axes & Easels

LIVE MUSIC
• Jimmy Nichols 3-5
• The Chardon Polka Band 5:30-7:30
• The Basement Collective 8-10

GAMES
• Water Balloon Toss at 5
• Stein Holding Contest at 7:30

— SEPTEMBER 20th —

PICKERINGTON OKTOBERFEST BEER MILE
• SEPT 20th • 10am-12:30pm
• Chug a beer. Run a quarter mile x 4!
• SOLD OUT!
• SPECTATE! DONATE!
https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/OH/Pickerington/OktoberfestBeerMile

ALL FOOD TRUCKS • NOON-10
• Bob's Backyard BBQ
• El Catrin
• Roadster
• Schmidt’s Sausage Haus
• Zaki Mediterranean Grill

AXE THROWING NOON-10



• Axes & Easels

LIVE MUSIC
• The Chardon Polka Band 12:30-2:30
• Perennial Rye 3-5
• Cassette Mindset 5:30-7:30
• Mr. Fahrenheit & The Loverboys 8-9:30

GAMES
• Grain Sack Toss at 2:30
• Barrel Rolling Contest at 5
• Stein Holding Contest at 7:30

FRESH BREWS
• Oktoberfest - German-style Märzen
• Pelotonia Pilsner - German-style Pilsner
• El Heffe - German-style Hefeweizen
• Combustion IPA - American IPA
• PickTown Cider - Semi-dry Cider

VIP TABLE RESERVATIONS!
All table reservation proceeds will go to The Pickerington Village Association!

8 SEATS PER TABLE
Available both days!
Friday • 3-10pm
Saturday • 1-10pm

$200/DAY



Round tables under tents!

$150/DAY
Rectangle tables with umbrellas!

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
Reservation payments taken at the Combustion Pickerington Taproom.

This is a rain or shine event!

THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT PARTNERS & SPONSORS!
• City of Pickerington
• Pickerington Village Association
• Visit Fairfield County Ohio
• Mike Nunamaker - Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - The Shaffer Team
• Local Waste Services
• RCS Roofing Columbus & Siding
• Heartland Bank

LOCATION
80 W Church St Suite 101, Pickerington, OH 43147

VOLUNTEER!
• One beer/soft drink token for each shift worked!

VENDORS!

NO PETS
Service animals only.

🍻 Prost! 🍻

Combustion Brewery & Taproom (Clintonville)
2971 N High St
Columbus, OH 43202
USA

combustionbrewing.com/clintonville

#PickOhioBeer #DrinkBeerMadeHere

Combustion Brewery & Taproom (Pickerington)
80 W Church St Ste 101
Pickerington, OH 43147
USA

combustionbrewing.com/pickerington

#PickOhioBeer #PickeringtonsCraftBrewery #DrinkBeerMadeHere

Combustion Private Event Space
80 W Church St Ste 200
Pickerington, OH 43147
USA


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