Chadd Balbi is a co-owner of Breweries In PA. He specializes in the food and beverage industry, focusing on beverage production, drinks and spirits, and packaged beverages. Chadd's insights and opinions are featured in Breweries in PA.
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Chadd Balbi's coverage primarily focuses on the local food and beverage scene, with a strong emphasis on craft beer, breweries in Pennsylvania, and related events and trends. Given this focus, Chadd would likely be interested in pitches from local breweries announcing new products or expansions, as well as press releases and event coverage related to the craft beer industry.
To effectively reach out to Chadd, consider highlighting unique angles such as innovative brewing techniques, sustainability efforts within the industry, or significant community involvement by breweries. Additionally, providing insights into emerging beer trends or exclusive access to upcoming beer-related events could also capture his attention.
Given that Chadd's geographic focus is local (United States, Pennsylvania), ensure that any pitches are relevant to this specific region and align with his interest in covering the state's vibrant brewery scene.
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For years, Perkiomen Valley Brewery has stood as a shining example of what a true community hub should look like. Located at 101 Walnut Street
By: Chadd Balbi
In a drastic shake-up for Pennsylvania craft beer, High Days , a brand known for its Delta-9 THC-infused beverages, recently announced on social media the acquisition of Hatfield-based Imprint Beer Co. The acquisition marks a dramatic pivot for Imprint, a brewery that achieved cult status for its heavily fruited “Schmoojee” pastry sours and hazy IPAs but has spent the last year navigating intense operational disruption, financial strain, and severe community backlash.
The new trend in craft beer…. selling your brewery. Or so that seems to be the case with another Pennsylvania craft beer listed for sale. For years, Spring House Brewing has been a staple of the Lancaster County craft beer scene. Known for its eclectic, arts-based identity, community-forward spaces, and creative pours like the Commander […]
By: Chadd Balbi
Bru Daddy’s Brewing Co. and McCall Collective Brewing Co. announced today the transition of Bru Daddy’s downtown Allentown restaurant to McCall Collective in September 2026. Located at 732 Hamilton St., the popular restaurant and beer garden will remain open during the transition. Bru Daddy’s has recently expanded its distribution to 27 Pennsylvania counties and is […]
Just over a year ago Berwick Brewing announced it's closure , and now it would appear as if there is life once again on Front Street in Berwick. The brewery recently posted on social media the announcement, accompanied by screenshots of an article with more details, that new ownership has taken over the reigns and will “continue growing something that has already become such a success and an important part of the Berwick community.”
By: Chadd Balbi
There is no escaping it. AI has come for the craft beer industry. And in the most obvious way possible…. with some of the dumbest content shared on the internet. We tried warning breweries, but it would appear the benefit of using free software outweighs the cost of a designer (odd for an industry charging […]
By: Chadd Balbi
Turnkey brewery alert: Lost Mined Brewing Company & Restaurant in Shamokin, PA, is listed for sale at $349,000. Get the full property and asset details.
By: Chadd Balbi
In another move seeing the world of distilling and brewing blur the lines, Lansdale-based Boardroom Spirits, appears to be moving into the craft beer space. According to a pending license the distiller is planning to open Gamer Brewing at 307 Derstine Avenue in Lansdale. Gamer Brewing will operate strictly as a production facility focused on […]
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently approved the “ Brews to Barns Act ,” a bipartisan legislative measure designed to provide economic relief to the state's craft brewing industry while simultaneously bolstering local agricultural operations. This initiative aims to address rising operational costs and inflationary pressures currently impacting small businesses across the Commonwealth.
After a decade of operations in the Pennsylvania craft beer industry, the owners of Sobel's Obscure Brewery have officially announced that they are placing the business up for sale. The decision comes as part of a retirement transition for Dave Sobel, who is looking to step away from the industry after a long career.
