163 – Firestone Buys Stone

163 – Firestone Buys Stone

From United We Drink by United We Drink

April 30, 2026

About this episode

The episode discusses the acquisition of Stone Brewing by Firestone Walker and its implications for the brand.

While the Craft Brewers Conference was taking place in Philadelphia word came out of California that Firestone Walker had purchased Stone Brewing from Sapporo. The guys discuss this huge deal and what they think it means for the embattled legacy brand. Cook like a pro with Made In Cookware. Follow United We Drink on their social media channels.BlueSkyInstagramFacebook

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Host: United We Drink

Topics covered

  • craft beer
  • brewery acquisition
  • industry news
  • legacy brands
  • Firestone Walker
  • Stone Brewing

Keywords

  • Firestone Walker
  • Stone Brewing
  • Sapporo
  • Craft Brewers Conference
  • brewery acquisition
  • craft beer industry

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Firestone Walker, Stone Brewing, Sapporo

Places: California, Philadelphia

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