National Black Brewers Association

National Black Brewers Association The National Black Brewers Association is a non-profit to promote the Black brewing community. Less than 1% of craft breweries in the U.S.

are owned by African Americans and there is no single entity to help African American brewers and brewery owners with their specific needs and issues. Given these challenges, the National Black Brewers Association (“NB2A”) was formed as a 501c6 membership-based non-profit organization in 2022 to: (1) Promote the Black brewing community as a first-of-its kind organization; (2) Increase the number o

f African Americans in the brewing industry at all levels of production, especially ownership and brewmaster; (3) Exercise political influence by developing and advocating for effective policy; and (4) Foster understanding about the history and legacy of African American brewing in the United States. The NB2A is governed by a dynamic Trustee Board comprised of the most experienced and successful Black brewery owners and brewmasters across the country.

A moment worth toasting. 🍻✨Congratulations to the Barrels on the Bayou team on this incredible accomplishment—officially...
04/26/2026

A moment worth toasting. 🍻✨

Congratulations to the Barrels on the Bayou team on this incredible accomplishment—officially recognized by the City of New Orleans for making history with Louisiana’s first Black-owned beer festival.

What you’ve built is bigger than a single day. It’s a spark that’s going to keep catching, year after year. We’re excited to watch this festival grow, evolve, and keep pouring into the culture.

Meet Velvet Cake- a new hop blend born from the hands of Master Brewers of the NB2A in collaboration with Roy Farms. Cra...
04/14/2026

Meet Velvet Cake- a new hop blend born from the hands of Master Brewers of the NB2A in collaboration with Roy Farms. Crafted during the 2025 harvest, it brings together layers of candy-like sweetness, tropical fruit, and a touch of resinous spice.

First pour available to taste at CBC this week in Philly. Beer created by and . Velvet Cake will be at the Crosby Hospitality Lounge where the hop blend will be available to rub and sniff.

This partnership marks a historic philanthropic initiative that provides both access to educational resoircesand capital for underserved and underutlizied small businesses amd brewers within the Black diaspora in the United States. A portion of the sales of this specialty blend will benefit the efforts of the National Black Brewers Association.


BlackBrewers

04/10/2026

We’re pulling back the curtain in Philly- where you'll get the very first taste of what we've been building behind the scenes.

If you plan on being at CBC, you won't want to miss this.

04/07/2026

What are you brewing or sipping on today?

Happy National Beer Day!🍻

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Lurther King Jr., whose vision of dignity, justice, and opportunity con...
01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Lurther King Jr., whose vision of dignity, justice, and opportunity continued to guide our work. As Black brewers and business owners, we carry that dream forward by building, creating, and pouring into our communities with purpose. May we keep brewing a future rooted in equity, excellence and collective rise.

Congrats to NB2A 2nd Vice President for receiving the esteemed "Champion of the Industry" award given by the during th...
11/13/2025

Congrats to NB2A 2nd Vice President for receiving the esteemed "Champion of the Industry" award given by the during their annual Fall Conference and Trade Show. We concur and appreciate everything Ale continues to do for the beverage industry nationwide as a journalist, connector, influencer, photographer, and entrepreneur to name a few feats. 🫡
Also pictured is NB2A member and Georgia Craft Brewers Guild President Kevin "Swirv" Irvin and Georgia Craft Brewers Guild Executive Director Joseph Cortes.

People's Beer Fest is in full swing. Thank you for hosting us and allowing us to be a part of it all.
10/11/2025

People's Beer Fest is in full swing. Thank you for hosting us and allowing us to be a part of it all.

Throughout the day, as we celebrate National Black Brewers Day, we’ll be shining a light on the talented Black brewers a...
10/10/2025

Throughout the day, as we celebrate National Black Brewers Day, we’ll be shining a light on the talented Black brewers and industry professionals who continue to shape the craft beer community with creativity, dedication, and passion. Join us in honoring those paving the way and inspiring the next generation.

Today, We celebrate National Black Brewers DayEach year on October 10, National Black Brewers Day commemorates this pivo...
10/10/2025

Today, We celebrate National Black Brewers Day

Each year on October 10, National Black Brewers Day commemorates this pivotal moment while celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship, and leadership of Black professionals in the brewing world. The day serves as both a tribute to those who paved the way and a recognition of the new generation of Black brewers shaping the evolving landscape of craft beer.

As we honor National Black Brewers Day, the NB2A celebrates not only the creativity and resilience of Black brewers and business owners, but also the many allies who stand with us in building a more inclusive craft beer community. Together, we’ll continue our mission to uplift, support, and create lasting opportunities for Black professionals and their businesses across the industry.

We know that we are missing so many incredible and talented people in this photo. Please know that we see you and your impact in the industry.

Tomorrow, we celebrate National Black Brewers Day — a day that shines a light on the creativity, innovation, and lasting...
10/09/2025

Tomorrow, we celebrate National Black Brewers Day — a day that shines a light on the creativity, innovation, and lasting influence of Black brewers, entrepreneurs, and craft beer professionals across the nation.

Join NB2A as we honor this legacy and the ongoing contributions of Black brewers at People’s Beer Fest this weekend.

Be sure to stop by the NB2A booth to connect with us — learn more about our mission, become a member, or find out how you can support the movement toward a more inclusive and vibrant craft beer community.

And we want to see how you celebrate!
Tag us in your events, photos, and toasts so we can share the love and highlight how our community is coming together for .

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