Chadd Balbi

I must admit; this writing comes after reading comments on the internet of yet another brewery closing their doors and leaving customers in the dark. For those who don't know, Jackass Brewing abruptly closed over the weekend. No notice, just a post on social media that they were “turning off the lights.”

When B3 Beverage set out to reshape regional craft brewing, its ambition was backed by heavy hitters. Spearheaded by Joseph Feerrar (founder of Bald Birds Brewing), the platform sought to consolidate production, streamline contract brewing, and scale iconic brands like Heavy Seas, Two Roads Brewing, and Yards Brewing under a shared umbrella. (It is worth […]

Yet another major legal battle has surfaced against Bald Birds Brewing. This time it is an internal battle involving their B3 Beverage Brand. As has been reported in the past Bald Birds and Connecticut-based Two Roads Brewing Company (among other brands) were once involved in the B3 Beverage partnership which have

In one of the biggest shakeups in recent Pennsylvania craft beer history, Yards Brewing was set to be acquired by B3 Beverage Co., a contract manufacturing company spearheaded by Bald Birds Brewing. However, recent reports and court filings indicate that the planned acquisition has not closed. While there is no confirmed reporting on the status […]

In one of the biggest shakeups in recent Pennsylvania craft beer history, Yards Brewing was set to be acquired by B3 Beverage Co., a contract manufacturing

The more we have reported on Bald Birds Brewing, the more has been uncovered to show a line of financial mishaps. In an effort to provide the most transparency we have outlined a timeline of events that have faced the brewing company. According to publicly available records, Bald Birds has amassed over $20 million in […]

The more we have shared news on Bald Birds Brewing, the more has been uncovered to show a trail of financial lawsuits. In an effort to provide the most tra

The Great American Beer Festival has come and gone and the results should come as a bit of a surprise to Pennsylvania craft beer fans.

As if the flyers weren't bad enough, a brewery has upped the ante on AI slop. Swedesboro Brewing out of New Jersey recently introduced an

Swedesboro Brewing initially introduced “Sarah” their AI marketing ambassador in mid October. And (as expected) “she” was met with intense criticism. While “Sarah” only existed via two posts on social media, the response to her was strong and not in the favor of the brewery.