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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By: Chadd Balbi
As we recently shared, Iron Hill Brewing has been planning a comeback for some time now. And it would appear that time is now. For enthusiasts who were stunned by the sudden departure of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant last year, the wait for a revival is nearly over. The gastropub chain, which traces its […]
The craft beer world received a jolt of nostalgia and excitement today with the news that 21st Amendment Brewery—a true pioneer of the modern craft movement—is officially returning to shelves and taps. After facing an uncertain future and a planned shutdown in late 2025, the brand has been acquired by Philadelphia-based Evil Genius Beer Company. […]
By: Chadd Balbi
The Ephrata craft beer landscape is preparing for a significant transition as the community bids a fond farewell to a local staple and welcomes a fresh face to the neighborhood. Black Forest Brewery, a cornerstone of the Lancaster County brewing scene for over a decade, is officially closing its doors. However, the taps at 301 […]
The 2025 stats are out for craft beer and for a third year in a row Pennsylvania has seen a drop in craft beer production. Pennsylvania produced 1.9 million barrels of beer for the year. This is a 700,000 barrel drop from 2024 which saw 2.6 million barrels produced.
By: Chadd Balbi
In a sobering development for the regional craft beer industry, Meadville, Pennsylvania-based Voodoo Brewing Company appears to have entered into a transaction to sell substantially all of its operating assets to a new ownership entity. In an email we recently received the brewery notified past investors of the intentions to sell, leaving their shares in the business effectively useless.
The economic storm hitting the craft brewing industry has claimed another local favorite. Lost Planet Brewing Company, a fixture in the Montgomery County beer scene, is officially heading to the auction block following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. For residents of Royersford, Pennsylvania, the news marks a sobering turn of events for a business that set out to revitalize one of the borough's most cherished historic structures.
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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 […]
