Cigar City’s earliest beers included Maduro Brown Ale, and later staples like Jai Alai IPA.

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Question: What does IPA stand for?

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Southern Brewing & Winery Announces Plans to Close Tampa Taproom

Tampa’s craft beer community is preparing to say goodbye to one of its longtime gathering places. Southern Brewing & Winery has announced plans to close, with the final day of operation expected to come within the next four to six weeks.

An exact closing date has not yet been announced, giving customers and longtime supporters several more weeks to visit the Nebraska Avenue taproom, raise a glass, and revisit a space that has been part of Tampa’s craft beverage scene for well over a decade.

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Florida Brewers Conference 2026

Florida Brewers Conference 2026 brings brewery owners, brewers, distillers, suppliers, tasting room teams, and craft beverage professionals from across the state to Jacksonville for one of the most important beer industry gatherings of the year. Hosted at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, this three-day conference is built for people who want to sharpen their skills, grow their business, connect with peers, and celebrate the independent craft beverage scene that keeps Florida beer moving forward.

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Quote Of The Week

“Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder.” — Kinky Friedman

— Kinky Friedman

Beer Quiz Answer

Answer: IPA stands for India Pale Ale, a beer style known for its hop-forward flavor and aroma.