The big news this month comes from Oregon. The Oregon Liquor Control Commission—which regulates alcohol and recreational marijuana in the state—has banned CBD and THC from alcoholic drinks. Why? In part because there is “little scientific evidence” about how the compound interacts with other substances including alcohol. Read More…
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2019: The Year in Beer
As the year draws to a close, and a new year draws every closer, it’s only natural—especially online!—to take a look back at the year that’s ending, and to look ahead at what’s to come.
This was an eventful year for the beer industry as a whole, and for craft beer in particular—but that’s just about the same thing we say every year. What made 2019 different? Read More…
Brewery Ergonomics
National Ergonomics Month may not have quite the same ring to it as “American Beer Week,” but here’s some news: they both happen during the same month, and they’re both very important to the craft beer industry. Read More…
How Your X-Mod Impacts Your Brewery’s Workers’ Comp Insurance
Workers’ compensation exists to protect workers. Most states require companies to cover employees with workers’ comp. In California, for instance, even a business with only one employee must carry workers’ comp.
Workers’ compensation insurance can also be a big expenditure for your brewery. That’s where your experience modification comes into play. Read More…
Focus on Water Quality
It’s National Water Quality Month—an important observation for craft breweries. After all, beer is mostly water! Read More…
California Beer, Re-Defined
We already know there is some controversy surrounding the question, “What is craft beer?”
But now there could be controversy regarding an even broader question: “What is beer?”
In California, anyway. Read More…
The Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act
In late 2017, Congress passed legislation including a two-year provision of the Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act (CBMTRA). This lowered the federal excise tax (FET) for breweries, wineries, and distilled spirits producers for a period of two years. It is set to expire on Dec. 31, 2019. Read More…
Clean Energy Brewing
The craft beer industry is going green—and the benefits are multiplying.
Running a brewery on clean energy can save the business money. It can certainly reduce the brewery’s impact on the environment. And clean energy brewing can be a great marketing tool in a time when consumers really value organizations that follow sustainability principles. Read More…
The Trouble with Labels
Let’s talk beer labels. Read More…
A Busy Spring for Beall Brewery Insurance
It’s been a busy spring for the Beall Brewery Insurance team!
After months of planning, we were proud to welcome attendees of the Brewers Association Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America to Camp Beall. This fun, camp-themed lounge allowed people to rest, recharge their phones, and enjoy s’mores and coffee. As usual, we offered plenty of giveaways. The response was overwhelming! We gave away every Beall Brewery Insurance tote we brought along, every notepad and pen. And what a thrill to see people line up to be sure to nab one of the 200 Yeti Rambler travel mugs we gave away! 
We were also so pleased to announce the winners of our drawing for one of two Yeti Hopper Flip 18 Coolers. Congratulations to Peter Zien at AleSmith Brewing Co., and Megan Scheerhorn at Saugatuck Brewing Co!
Less than a month later, we were off to the California Craft Brewers Conference in San Diego. This is another of our favorite events to sponsor and attend. Immediately after, we swung north to visit clients in the Bay Area.
The Craft Beer Community
“It’s important for us to sponsor networking and educational events like these, because we want to participate in the growth and strengthening of the industry,” says Kristian Beall.
“It’s also a great opportunity for us to connect with our current customers. We look forward to meeting other brewers who we may work with in the future. And, of course, these events are a lot of fun to attend!”
For more than 25 years, Beall Financial and Insurance Services, Inc., has been helping corporations and individuals protect their most important assets. The agency’s client base covers a spectrum of niche businesses, such as craft breweries, that require specialized insurance packages and knowledge. With California offices in Redlands and Newport Beach, Beall Financial and Insurance Services serves clients nationwide.
