Genesee Ruby Red Kolsch Returns for the Season

In what can only be viewed as the official change of seasons in Western New York, Genesee Brewing’s annual summer staple Rudy Red Kolsch is back for 2026. You’ll still be able to find the grapefruit kolsch in traditional 12oz. can 12-packs, as well as 24oz. cans. Ruby Red Kolsch is a bright golden ale with tart grapefruit flavors, bready malt body and mild hop bitterness. Genesee Brew House Brewmaster Dean Jones created this summer brew for its German heritage and fun taste profile. Look for Ruby Red Kolsch wherever great craft beer is sold.

Flying Bison Homecoming at Hamburg Brewing

Hamburg Brewing is paying homage to Flying Bison with a “Homecoming” celebration on Wednesday, March 25 (6 pm). The evening will begin with a special presentation at 6 pm and cask tappings of a Rye Pale Ale and Rusty Chain Vienna Lager. There will also be giveaways, live music at 7 pm and throughout the night, several Flying Bison beers will be available on tap, including Rusty Chain, Buffalo Lager and HERC Barleywine. The event is free and open to the public. Last November, Hamburg purchased the Flying Bison brand, including all associated recipes and trademarks. Moving forward, Hamburg will continue to produce and distribute Flying Bison’s signature beers.

Southern Tier Brewing, Perry’s Ice Cream Cheat Day Collab

The latest collaboration from Southern Tier Brewing and Perry’s Ice Cream comes in the form of Cheat Day Imperial Ale, an 8.6% dessert beer inspired by Perry’s Cheat Day ice cream flavor. Cheat Day features notes of vanilla, brownie batter and cookie dough to go along with brown sugar sweetness. Cheat Day Imperial Ale is available on tap right now at all Southern Tier taprooms, as well as wherever great craft beer is sold later this month.

A Guide To Where To Drink When March Madness Comes To Buffalo

All of the excitement and pomp and circumstance of March Madness is coming to downtown Buffalo as the Queen City will host first- and second-round matchups of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament on March 19 & 21 at KeyBank Center. If you’re coming into town for the games, there are many breweries to visit before, between and after the games. Some are within walking distance from KeyBank Center, some you can drive or rideshare to, and you can also catch a ride on the NFTA Metro Rail. We have taken the best places and broke them down by vicinity to the KeyBank Center in a handy guide.

Buffalo Beer Madness at Buffalo Iron Works

In the spirit of March Madness, which is coming to downtown Buffalo on March 19 & 21 at KeyBank Center, Buffalo Iron Works, Thin Man Brewery and Community Beer Works are teaming up on Buffalo Beer Madness. On March 19 & 21, Iron Works will be offering $1 off all Thin Man and CBW drafts, $6 cans of Thin Man Super Freak IPA, five cans of Thin Man Mafia Light for $20 and $5 shots of Casamigos with any Thin Man or CBW beverage all throughout game days. The event is free and open to the public.

Big Ditch Brewing Introduces Burner Relief Kit

Big Ditch Brewing is hoping to save beer drinkers some hard earned money with the release of the Burner Relief Kit, which includes four 12 oz. cans – two Hayburner IPAs and Dayburner IPAs – for $8.99. “When you urgently need a few fantastic IPAs at a low price, our Burner Relief Kit is the answer,” said Matt Kahn, president and co-founder of Big Ditch. “It’s an easy, budget-friendly grab that delivers quality and variety, without the commitment of a full fridge restock.” The Burner Relief Kit is available at both Big Ditch taprooms, as well as wherever great craft beer is sold.

Brian Campbell is co-founder and Brand Manager of the Buffalo Beer League, and writes the weekly Buffalo Beer Buzz column. If you have beer news that should be included in the Beer Buzz, Brian can be reached at brian@buffalobeerleague.com, on X (@buffbeerleague), Instagram, Threads and Untappd (@buffalobeerleague), and Facebook (@thebuffalobeerleague).