The Washington, D.C.-based Beer Institute announced a new initiative to encourage its member companies to display specific consumer information on their products, packaging or websites. 

Schlafly Beer, St. Louis, introduced the Hop Trial SMaSH Pack, an experimental new variety pack featuring four distinct hops. 

Hard Frescos now offers its line of self-titled hard sodas. 

Angry Orchard, a brand of Boston-based The Boston Beer Co., announced the release of a new year-round specialty hard cider: Walden Hollow. It is the first cider from Angry Orchard to be exclusively made with apple varieties from New York State, including varieties from last year’s harvest at the Angry Orchard in New York’s Hudson Valley and heirloom apples from other local orchards, the company says. 

2 Towns Ciderhouse announced the release of its seasonal Imperial Hop & Stalk. 

When it comes to food and beverage pairings, many often think of wine, but as beer sales continue to grow and craft beer gains an even firmer foundation, consumers have gained interest in matching their beers with food.