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Starr Hill Enters Distribution Agreement with Anheuser-Busch
CHARLOTTESVILLE,
Va. – Starr Hill Brewery announced today that Anheuser-Busch will become the master distributor for Starr Hill,
giving it the benefit of Anheuser-Busch’s logistical expertise in managing distribution, as well as access
to more independent and chain retail accounts.
Anheuser-Busch Extends Military Tribute
CLAYTON (Dec.
14, 2007) –A tribute program that so far has provided free admission to Worlds of Discovery parks to nearly
4 million members of U.S. and coalition armed forces and their families has been extended through 2008. Anheuser-Busch
launched “Here’s to the Heroes” in February 2005 to acknowledge the service of military men and
women and the sacrifices made by their families.
Americans Choose Designated Drivers … Sing “I'm Your Vehicle, Baby”
ST. LOUIS
(Dec. 11, 2007) – While time-honored songs such as “Jingle Bells” and “Deck the Halls” help
get everyone into the holiday spirit, it’s “Vehicle” that will help designated drivers get into
the groove as they hit the roads this holiday season.
Great Food Great Beer - Perfect Pairings for Any Occasion
ST. LOUIS
(December 4, 2007) – There’s nothing quite as satisfying and refreshing as a glass of beer. And, when
paired with the right food and enjoyed over a leisurely meal with good friends and family, the beverage becomes all
the more perfect. Whether it’s a tailgate party, a get-together to watch a big game, or just dining with friends,
beer fits with the way we cook and entertain today.
Anheuser-Busch Announces Chief Legal Officer Change
ST. LOUIS (December
4, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. announced today Mark T. Bobak, 48, group vice president and chief legal
officer of the corporation will resign to start his own firm.
Anheuser-Busch Better Positioned for Long-Term Growth
(Nov. 29, 2007) - Anheuser-Busch
management reviewed the company’s strategies to adapt to the changing beer industry environment and reaffirmed
the company’s expectation for earnings per share growth for the full year 2007 to exceed its 7 to 10 percent
long-term objective, in a presentation given to investors and analysts in New York today.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Annual Regional Investor Presentation over the Internet
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 21,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its annual regional investor presentation
over the Internet at 8 a.m. Eastern time on Thursday, Nov. 29, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch Receives Excellence Award from National Asian Pacific American Bar Association
LAS VEGAS (Nov.
19, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch received the Excellence in Philanthropy Award from the National Asian Pacific American
Bar Association (NAPABA) Law Foundation at its annual convention in Las Vegas on Saturday. Carlos Viramontes,
manager of Community Relations for Anheuser-Busch, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
Anheuser-Busch Employees Tout Environmental Messages
ST. LOUIS (Nov.
15, 2007) – “As you can see, we’re one of the largest recyclers of aluminum cans.” Those
words are spoken by Jeff Lopez, a recycling dock operator at AnheuserBusch’s Fort Collins, Colo., brewery,
in one of a series of new videos featuring employees discussing the company’s efforts to preserve and protect
the environment.
Galveston Bay Recognizes Anheuser-Busch
WEBSTER, Texas
(Nov. 9, 2007) –The Galveston Bay Foundation (GBF) recently announced that it had named the Anheuser-Busch Houston
brewery as its 2007 “Bay Business of the Year.”
Anheuser-Busch Recognized for Longstanding Commitment to Preventing Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking
ST. LOUIS (October 25, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch
was recently presented with a WRAPPY award by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) for the company’s ongoing
commitment to preventing drunk driving and underage drinking in the Washington-metropolitan area.
Anheuser-Busch Foundation Donates $500,000 To Aid Victims Of Southern California Wildfires
ST. LOUIS (October 25,
2007) – The Anheuser-Busch Foundation announced today that it is donating $500,000 to The American Red Cross
to aid relief efforts for victims of the Southern California wildfires.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales And Earnings For The Third Quarter And Nine Months Of 2007
ST. LOUIS (October 24,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch reported that third quarter 2007 net sales increased 7.9 percent and diluted earnings
per share (excluding normalization items in 2007) improved 15.9 percent.
SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Raises $350,000 at SeaWorld San Diego’s ‘WildNIGHT’ Gala
SAN
DIEGO (Oct. 12, 2007) – The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund raised more than $350,000 in support
of animal rescue, wildlife conservation and environmental education during the foundation's third annual "WildNIGHT" dinner
on October 11 at SeaWorld San Diego.
Anheuser-Busch To Broadcast Investor Presentation Over The Internet
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 17,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its third quarter 2007 earnings conference
call over the Internet at 4 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, Oct. 24, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch Commends Governor Schwarzenegger for Signing Bill to Fight Underage Drinking
(October 15, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch
today applauded California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger for signing into law a bill aimed at keeping alcohol out
of the hands of minors.
‘The American Brew’ Receives Top Honor in Film Category at Great American Beer Festival
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 15, 2007) – Award-winning
filmmakers Roger Sherman and Jesse Sweet were honored by the Brewers Association as recipients of the Beer Journalism
Award in the 'Electronic Media' category for "The American Brew." The award was announced Saturday, Oct.
13 at the Great American Beer Festival, the nation’s premier annual celebration of America’s breweries
and brewing culture, held in Denver.
SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Raises $350,000 at SeaWorld San Diego’s ‘WildNIGHT’ Gala
SAN DIEGO (Oct. 12,
2007) — The SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund raised more than $350,000 in support of animal rescue, wildlife
conservation and environmental education during the foundation's third-annual “WildNIGHT“ dinner on Oct. 11 at SeaWorld
San Diego.
Colorado State Announces Environmental Fellowship
FORT COLLINS, Colo.
(Oct. 1, 2007) – Marked by a commitment to preserve natural resources for future generations, Colorado State
University’s Warner College of Natural Resources today announced a first of its kind endowed fellowship from
the Anheuser-Busch Companies.
Autumn Arrives with the Crisp, Refreshing Taste of BACARDI Silver Pomegranate Mojito
ST.
LOUIS (Sept. 24, 2007) – Following the wildly successful launch of BACARDI Silver Mojito earlier this year,
Anheuser-Busch introduces today BACARDI Silver Pomegranate Mojito – a pomegranate-flavored twist on the ever-popular
Mojito cocktail.
Budweiser Taps Kasey Kahne As Next Driver of its Legendary Race Car
ST. LOUIS
(Sept. 18, 2007) – Budweiser has announced that Gillett Evernham Motorsports driver Kasey Kahne will become the next
world-class racer to take the wheel of the iconic red Budweiser car when the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season kicks
off in February.
Anheuser-Busch Praises California Legislature for Approving Underage-Drinking Prevention Bill
ST.
LOUIS (Sept. 17, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch applauded the California State Legislature on Monday for passing A.B. 1658,
a bill that increases the fines for minors caught attempting to purchase alcohol or manufacture fake I.D.s.
Three Cheers For Mayflower Day
ST. LOUIS (Sept.
12, 2007) – Although a little-known holiday, Mayflower Day had a big impact on making beer America’s favorite beverage
of moderation.
Amusement Today Honors Busch Gardens Europe with 2007 Golden Ticket Award
WILLIAMSBURG,
Va. (Sept. 10, 2007) –The Golden Ticket Awards are presented to the “best of the best” in the amusement
industry, and once again Busch Gardens Europe has earned the title of “Best Park Landscaping.” This
is the tenth consecutive year that the park has been honored with this award.
Anheuser-Busch Executives Optimistic About Growth Outlook
BOSTON, (Sept. 6, 2007) – Management
continues to expect accelerated sales and earnings growth in the second half of the year and earnings per share growth
for the full year to exceed its 7 to 10 percent long-term objective,1/ Anheuser-Busch executives told
investors in a presentation given today at the Lehman Brothers Consumer Conference.
Anheuser-Busch Supports Ad Campaign Promoting 'We Don’t Serve Teens' Program
ST. LOUIS
(Sept. 5, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch will place ads in high-profile national publications and on nearly 900 outdoor
boards this month to support the federal government’s “We Don’t Serve Teens” program aimed at reducing underage drinking.
Initiated in 2006, the program provides parents and other adults with tools and information to prevent underage drinking
and its negative consequences.
Anheuser-Busch To Broadcast Investor Presentation Over The Internet
ST. LOUIS (August 30,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast an investor presentation over the Internet at
1:30 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, Sept. 6, the company announced today.
Fan-Tastic! Survey Finds Majority of College Students Celebrate Responsibly on Game Day
ST.
LOUIS (August 29, 2007) — College sporting events are a time for students to show school spirit, bond with friends
and have some fun, and according to a new survey, the overwhelming number of college students (aged 21-29) who celebrate
on game day do so safely and responsibly.
Teens Learn First-Hand Dangers of Underage Drinking and Drunk Driving at the California State Fair
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Aug.
28, 2007) – On Tuesday, Anheuser-Busch Cos. and Markstein Beverage Co. of Sacramento, Calif., sponsored a “Street
Smart” presentation to more than 100 teens at the California State Fair as part of “First Responders’ Day.”
BORBA and Anheuser-Busch Announce Marketing and Distribution Deal
ST. LOUIS (Aug. 20, 2007) – BORBA
and Anheuser-Busch today announced they have reached an agreement that gives Anheuser-Busch responsibility for distribution
and marketing of BORBA Skin Balance Waters in the United States and in countries around the world.
Spice Up The Season With Jack's Pumpkin Spice Ale
ST. LOUIS
(Aug. 16, 2007) – As summer begins to wind down and autumn colors appear, let Jack’s Pumpkin Spice Ale
get you in the mood for the approaching crisp fall nights. Whether you’re planning to carve pumpkins or bake
a pumpkin pie this season, Anheuser-Busch’s fall beer offering is the perfect toast to the arrival of autumn.
New School Year Can Bring New Challenges
ST. LOUIS (Aug.
15, 2007) – Parents, help prepare your children and teens for the new school year by talking with them about
challenges they might face, such as peer pressure and the temptation to drink alcohol.
Anheuser-Busch, Junior Leagues, Fire Chiefs and Fatherhood Initiative Unveil Positive Parenting Resource on MySpace
ST. LOUIS
(August 7, 2007) – It’s no surprise that online social networking site MySpace attracts millions of users every
day. But what may be surprising is that parents make up a significant percentage of that group.
Earnhardt, Bernstein to Race Elvis Schemes
ST. LOUIS (August 6, 2007) – The
King of Rock ’n’ Roll will roll with the King of Beers when NASCAR’s most popular driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. and NHRA
young gun Brandon Bernstein pilot commemorative Elvis Presley’s 30th Anniversary paint schemes on the #8 Budweiser
Chevrolet and Bud King Racing Top Fuel dragster in September.
Dale Earnhardt Jr., Brandon Bernstein, Jeff Clark Headline Bud Racing One Night Stand at Sturgis
ST. LOUIS (August
3, 2007) – Sturgis will be rockin’ and rollin’ when the boys from Budweiser Racing – Dale Earnhardt Jr., Brandon
Bernstein and Jeff Clark – take the stage during the “Bud Racing One Night Stand,” highlighting Budweiser’s week-long
presence at the 67th Annual Black Hills Motor Classic.
Beer is America's Beverage of Choice
ST. LOUIS (July 27,
2007) – The latest Gallup Poll shows that of the 64 percent of Americans who consume alcohol, beer continues
to be their beverage of choice, with 40 percent choosing it over wine and hard liquor. The 2007 consumption poll
was reported on Gallup’s Web site today.
Anheuser-Busch Releases 2006 Environmental, Health and Safety Report
ST. LOUIS (July 26,
2007) – In 2006 alone, the nation’s largest brewer generated enough renewable fuel to heat more than
25,000 homes, recycled more than 27 billion cans, cut its employee injury rate by nearly half in the last five years
and helped its employees lose 5,000 pounds – an amount equal to the weight of two-and-a-half Clydesdales.
Tellus Receives Contribution from Anheuser-Busch Foundation
CARTERSVILLE, GA. (July 25, 2007) – Tellus:
Northwest Georgia Science Museum recently announced the Anheuser-Busch Foundation as the newest contributor to its
Capital Campaign.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for the Second Quarter and First Six Months of 2007
ST. LOUIS (July 25, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch
Cos. Inc. today reported that second quarter 2007 net sales increased 6.1 percent and diluted earnings per share
(excluding one-time items in both years) increased 7.4 percent 1/.
Budweiser Launches National Bike Riding Tour In China To Welcome Upcoming Olympic Games
(July
24, 2007) - On July 7, Budweiser launched a nationwide bike riding tour in China to celebrate the one-year countdown
to the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. Budweiser co-organized the event with the General Administration for Sports
in China to celebrate the Olympic spirit.
Anheuser-Busch Merrimack Brewery Hosts Show N’ Shine Car Show
MERRIMACK, N.H. (July 19, 2007) – Whether
rain or shine, car enthusiasts will display hundreds of classic, dragster and muscle cars in the 34th Show N’ Shine
Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Anheuser-Busch brewery in Merrimack.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Investor Conference Call Over the Internet
(July 18, 2007) - Anheuser-Busch
Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its second quarter 2007 earnings conference call over the Internet at
4 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, July 25, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch to Distribute Icelandic Glacial Water in the United States
(July 18, 2007)
- Anheuser-Busch, Inc. and Icelandic Water Holdings ehf jointly announced today Anheuser-Busch will become the master
distributor for Icelandic Glacial super-premium natural spring water in the United States, effective immediately.
Anheuser-Busch has taken a 20 percent equity interest in Icelandic Water Holdings as part of the agreement.
Hendrick Motorsports Confirms Dale Earnhardt Jr. Will Have New Primary Sponsor in 2008
(July 12, 2007)
- Hendrick Motorsports today announced that long-term contractual commitments to existing sponsors will preclude
Budweiser from continuing as primary sponsor of the car driven by Dale Earnhardt Jr. when he joins the organization
next season.
Living Lands & Waters in Partnership With Anheuser-Busch Employees and Local Environmental Groups Work Together to Beautify the Riverfront and Downtown Area
(July 10, 2007)
- Living Lands & Waters (LL&W) will join forces with Anheuser-Busch for the fifth consecutive year to help
clean up and beautify the St. Louis riverfront. At 9 a.m., Saturday, July 14, Anheuser-Busch employees and family
members will volunteer their time to pick up litter on the banks of the Mississippi River and plant shrubs and wild
flowers along the riverfront trail, the Jefferson Memorial Arch grounds and several local parks.
Anheuser-Busch Praises Hawaii Legislature for Enacting Tougher Drunk-Driving Law
(July 09, 2007)
- Anheuser-Busch applauds the Hawaii State Legislature for enacting legislation that took effect last week to strengthen
penalties for those individuals who cause the majority of drunk-driving fatalities: hard-core drunk drivers who register
blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) levels nearly twice the legal limit when apprehended.
Budweiser, Dale Jr. Fans Donate $100,000 to Support Families of Special Operations Soldiers
(July 07, 2007) - Earlier this season,
Budweiser and driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. drew attention to a little-known charity with big aspirations.
Crown Beers Rolls Out Budweiser and Armstrong Beers
(July 06, 2007) - Crown Beers
India Ltd., the joint venture between Anheuser-Busch and Crown International, announced the first locally produced
Budweiser in India is now available in southern and western India in 330-ml and 650-ml bottles
Founding Fathers Would be Proud of Americans’ Responsibility
ST.
LOUIS (JUNE 28, 2007) – The Independence Day holiday period is the number one occasion for beer sales in the
United States, according to IRI InfoScan, and whether it’s the Fourth of July or any other occasion, the majority
of American adults who drink do so responsibly.
Anheuser-Busch Receives ‘Best Diversity Company’ Award from Diversity/Careers Magazine
ST. LOUIS (JUNE
21, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch was named “A Best Diversity Company” by Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information
Technology magazine readers, the publication announced today. The brewer of the world’s largest-selling
beers, Budweiser and Bud Light, was ranked among the 100 organizations scoring highest with readers.
Anheuser-Busch Praises South Carolina Governor, Legislature for Approving Underage Drinking, Drunk-Driving Prevention Bill
ST. LOUIS (JUNE
15, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch today applauded South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford and the State Legislature for
passing the “Prevention of Underage Drinking and Access to Alcohol Act,” a new law aimed at preventing
underage drinking and making it more difficult for drunk drivers to get behind the wheel.
Anheuser-Busch to Distribute Vermont Spirits High-End Vodkas in the Northeast
ST. LOUIS (June 11,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch, Inc. and Vermont Spirits today jointly announced Anheuser-Busch will become the master
U.S. distributor for the Vermont Gold, Vermont Gold Vintage and Vermont White super-premium vodkas, which are regional
brands available in the Northeastern United States.
Sports Business Journal Trumpets Bud Light’s 25 Years of Success
(June 11, 2007) - Bud
Light, the world’s best-selling beer takes center stage in this week’s edition of the Sports Business
Journal.
‘Here’s to Beer’ Celebrates Fathers Everywhere
ST. LOUIS (June 5, 2007) – Power
tools and paisley ties are gifts of the past this Father’s Day thanks to “Here’s To Beer.”
BI-LO and Anheuser-Busch Partner to Help Fight Underage Drinking
CARTERSVILLE,
Ga. (May 25, 2007) – As June 1 approaches -- the official opening of the Atlantic hurricane season -- Americans
again brace themselves for an active storm season.
Budweiser Renews Partnership with Premier League
LONDON (May 25, 2007) – Budweiser
announced a renewal of its partnership with the Premier League, extending the brand’s proud sponsorship of
the world-class football league through the 2010 season.
The Lazy Days of Summer have Arrived – Spend them with Anheuser-Busch’s Beach Bum Blonde Ale
ST. LOUIS (May 24,
2007) – As summer quickly approaches and warm weather moves in, adults everywhere can look forward to enjoying
one of Anheuser-Busch’s specialty, seasonal beers while relaxing in the sun.
Anheuser-Busch Executives Express Confidence in Outlook for Growth
ST. LOUIS, May 22, 2007 – Anheuser-Busch
executives expressed confidence in the company’s growth outlook during presentations given today at the company’s
BUD Investor Conference held in St. Louis.
American Adults Playing it Safe on the Water This Summer
ST. LOUIS (May
18, 2007) – American adults may be kicking back and relaxing on the water this summer, but they’re not
taking a vacation from safety.
Victor Crowned at the 2007 Bud Light USA Rock Paper Scissors League Championship
ST. LOUIS (May 17,
2007) – Surviving a field of more than 300 of the finest hand warriors in America, Jamie Langridge, a 30-year-old
male from Odessa, Texas, took home the grand prize of $50,000 and the 2007 Bud Light/USA Rock Paper Scissors League
championship trophy this weekend.
2008 Budweiser Conservationist of the Year Nominations Under Way Through NFWF
ST. LOUIS (May 17,
2007) – Budweiser and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (Foundation) will team up again this fall to
honor four conservationists and award $65,000 in grants for candidates’ conservation projects as part of the
2008 Budweiser Conservationist of the Year program.
Parents, Don’t be Pushovers When it Comes to Preventing Underage Drinking
ST. LOUIS (May
16, 2007) – These spring-into-summer months mean special occasions such as prom and graduation and a time when
some parents may feel the urge to relax the rules for their teens -- treating them to party clothes, allowing later
curfews or providing alcohol for teen parties.
St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival a Success
(May 16, 2007) - Nearly
15,000 adults descended on St. Louis’ historic Forest Park May 11-12 to toast the city’s rich brewing
history and sample more than 60 beer styles paired with fine food.
Of All the Web Sites, in All the Internet, in All the World Wide Web, She Walks Into Mine
ST. LOUIS (May 15, 2007) – A
scoundrel would never flaunt his crime for everyone to see – or would he? Mysterious, intriguing, and altogether
groundbreaking, premium imported Grolsch Lager now brings you an online mystery that will have you searching for
clues and racing to save the dame with the legs that won’t quit!
YMCA of Greater St. Louis Receives $1 Million Commitment for Capital Expansion from the Anheuser-Busch Foundation
ST. LOUIS (May 15, 2007) – The
YMCA of Greater St. Louis announced today a $1 million pledge from the Anheuser-Busch Foundation to support capital
expansion throughout the St. Louis region.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast 2007 BUD Investor Conference over the Internet
ST. LOUIS, May 15, 2007 – Anheuser-Busch
Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its 2007 BUD Investor Conference over the Internet at 9:30 a.m. Eastern
Time on Tuesday, May 22, the company announced today.
New Survey Finds Americans Like to Show Their True Age--When Having Their ID Checked
ST. LOUIS (May
15, 2007) – If given the opportunity, whose ID would American adults most want to check--media powerhouse Oprah
Winfrey, Demi Moore’s husband Ashton Kutcher or comedian Joan Rivers?
Anheuser-Busch Donates Money, Sweat and Tears to Local Habitat for Humanity
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (May 14, 2007) – While
providing financial support to community groups is important, there is a group of Anheuser-Busch employees and retirees
from the Jacksonville brewery who prefer to swing hammers, drive nails and slap on paint.
Anheuser-Busch Supports United Way of Bartow County with $66,249 Donation
CARTERSVILLE, Ga. (March 14, 2007) – The
Anheuser-Busch Cartersville brewery, along with support from the company’s charitable foundation, recently presented
the United Way of Bartow County with $66,249. The funding supports 14 local agencies that provide essential human,
health-related and child-focused services to more than 50,000 individuals each year.
Savor the Summer with the Crisp, Minty-Lime Taste of BACARDI Silver Mojito, New from Anheuser-Busch
ST. LOUIS (May
14, 2007) – It’s sweltering outside. Friends will arrive soon for summer snacks and a dip in the pool.
Serving made-from-scratch Mojito cocktails seems perfect – but who wants to spend time mixing ingredients?
Anheuser-Busch Statement on Dale Earnhardt Jr.
(May 10, 2007) - Budweiser, Dale
Earnhardt Jr. and Dale Earnhardt Inc. have enjoyed a great relationship since 1999. Dale Jr., and his father before
him, have been excellent and loyal ambassadors for our company and the sport of NASCAR.
Help Teens Make Smart Choices
(May 10, 2007) - It’s
prom and graduation season – a good reason to think about ways to keep your teens safe by encouraging them
to make responsible decisions.
Unique Notes of Clove and Banana Highlight Michelob Bavarian-Style Wheat
ST.
LOUIS (May 10, 2007) – A supple beer with hints of spiciness and fruity aromas that finishes clean on the palate,
Anheuser-Busch is proud to announce its first offering from the new Michelob Specialty Seasonal line – Michelob
Bavarian-Style Wheat.
Sail into the Rich Caramel Flavor of Skipjack Amber, New Anheuser-Busch Beer for Mid-Atlantic Region
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (April 30, 2007) – Inspired
by the iconic sailboats that are synonymous with Chesapeake Bay, Anheuser-Busch introduces today Skipjack Amber – a
smooth, well-balanced amber lager brewed for beer lovers primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Anheuser-Busch Announces Key Personnel Moves
Anheuser-Busch Announces Key Personnel
Moves
New Television Spot Encourages Parents to be Role Models, not Pushovers
ST. LOUIS (April 26, 2007) – The
recipe for parenting? It’s easy: equal parts patience, humor, empathy and discipline.
Anheuser-Busch Quenches Summertime Thirst with Michelob ULTRA Fruit Infused Beers
(April 26, 2007)
- Just in time for al fresco dinners, afternoon picnics, and backyard grilling, Anheuser-Busch releases the newest
member of the Michelob family, Michelob ULTRA Fruit Infused beers.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Improved Sales and Earnings for the First Quarter 2007
ST. LOUIS, April 25, 2007 – Anheuser-Busch
Cos., Inc. reported improved sales and earnings for the first quarter 2007 today at its annual meeting of shareholders
held in Orlando, Fla. Consolidated net sales increased 2.7 percent in the first quarter 2007 and earnings per
share increased 4.7 percent.
Prepare to Be Hooked by Tarpon Spoon, New Florida Brew from Anheuser-Busch
(April 19, 2007) - Just in
time for peak tarpon fishing season, Anheuser-Busch introduces today Tarpon Spoon, a deliciously refreshing, all-malt,
Bohemian pilsner named after the famed sea icon and brewed exclusively for Floridians.
Budweiser, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Show Their True Colors; Desert Camo, Stars & Stripes Cars to Honor Troops
(April 13, 2007) - Budweiser
and NASCAR’s four-time Most Popular Driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr., are saluting the troops this NASCAR season
with two military-themed paint schemes and collectible diecasts, the proceeds from which will provide college educations
for surviving dependents of fallen Special Operations soldiers.
St. Louis Corporations to Support Tower Grove Park
(April 13, 2007) - The three lily
ponds at Tower Grow Park will be restored and enhanced thanks to the generosity of two St. Louis corporations, Emerson
and Anheuser-Busch. The Emerson gift of $250,000 was announced earlier this week.
Peaks of Sweetness, Spicy Aromas Highlight Ascent 54, Anheuser-Busch’s New Brew for Colorado
(April 9, 2007) - It isn’t dubbed
a Rocky Mountain state for nothing. With 54 mountain peaks exceeding 14,000 feet each, Colorado was made for climbing.
In honor of that fact, Anheuser-Busch introduces Ascent 54 -- an authentic German-style dunkel weisse (dark wheat)
beer available on draught in select bars and restaurants in Colorado.
Hill Brewing Company Says: ‘Give Yourself a Ray’s’
ST. LOUIS (April 4, 2007) – Most
uninspired thirty-somethings only dream of chucking the middle manager rat race and pursuing something they truly
love. In 2002, St. Louis native Ray Hill did just that, turning his hobby and passion for home brewing into
a full-time vocation.
Anheuser-Busch to Build a Brewery in Guangdong Province to Support Growth of the Budweiser Family of Brands
ST. LOUIS (April 3, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch
announced today it will build a greenfield brewery in Foshan to support the significant growth of the Budweiser family
of brands throughout China.
Anheuser-Busch Takes Major League Baseball to Fans with Local Advertising, Packaging
(March 30,
2007) - Anheuser-Busch celebrates its 28th year as the “Official Beer of Major League Baseball” by expanding
its popular Long Ball Challenge promotion to 177 markets nationwide, offering 111 different graphics options on team-specific
packaging, and filming local “Anthem” spots featuring hometown fans of Budweiser-sponsored MLB teams.
‘Here’s To Beer’ Invites Family and Friends to Tune in to ‘The American Brew’
(March 29, 2007)
- As part of its “Here’s To Beer” industry development campaign, Anheuser-Busch has commissioned “The
American Brew,” a film celebrating the rich history of America’s favorite beverage of moderation.
‘Anheuser-Busch Offers Shareholders a Green Alternative for Receiving its Annual Report
ST. LOUIS (March 12, 2007) – This
year, Anheuser-Busch shareholders will be “in the green” in more than one way. With the delivery
of its 2006 Annual Report, the company is offering shareholders an opportunity to protect the environment by planting
a tree on behalf of each shareholder who elects to receive next year’s Annual Report online rather than a printed
version.
For NASULGC and Anheuser-Busch, Good, Clean Fun is the Name of the Game
WASHINGTON, D.C—The National
Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges (NASULGC) wants to ensure college hoop fans eveywhere have
a fun, safe time during the upcoming National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball tournament.
New Joint Venture, Coastal Brewing Co., To Purchase Old Dominion
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (March 2, 2007) – Coastal
Brewing Co., a new joint venture between Maryland-based Fordham Brewing Co. and minority partner Anheuser-Busch,
Inc., announced today it will purchase Old Dominion Brewing Co., a Virginia-based craft brewer and brewpub operator
with primary distribution in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States.
Anheuser-Busch Europe and Grupo Damm Partner to Import Estrella Damm Barcelona to U.K.
LONDON (March
1, 2007) -- Anheuser-Busch will begin importing Estrella Damm Barcelona, the flagship beer brand of Grupo Damm, to
the United Kingdom the two brewers jointly announced. The beer will be distributed by Anheuser-Busch beginning mid-March.
Toast to Brighter Days with Anheuser-Busch's Spring Heat Spiced Wheat
ST. LOUIS (Feb.
27, 2007) -- Anheuser-Busch’s award-winning springtime brew, Spring Heat Spiced Wheat, returns for a second
time to tantalize the palates of beer lovers seeking a refreshing beverage.
Anheuser-Busch Unlocks the Mystery of the Goji Berry
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 26, 2007) -- Deep
in the unpopulated regions of Tibet grows one of the world’s most nutritionally rich fruits thought to increase
energy and stimulate rejuvenation. Known as the Goji (pronounced go-gee) berry, this small, red superfood has one
of the highest antioxidant levels of any fruit and is capturing the attention of food and drink enthusiasts worldwide.
Anheuser-Busch and Crown Beers India Ltd. to Form Joint Venture to Enter India Beer Market
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 22, 2007) --
Anheuser-Busch International Inc. and Crown Beers announced both companies have agreed to a joint venture to brew,
market and distribute Budweiser and other brands in India.
Anheuser-Busch Donates $153,651 to Support United Way of Central Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Feb. 20, 2007) – The United Way of Central Ohio
has increased its fundraising campaign thanks to Anheuser-Busch and the company’s employees.
Anheuser-Busch Recognized for Commitment to the Latino Community
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 20,
2007) -- Anheuser-Busch has been chosen by Hispanic Magazine for its “Corporate 100” list of companies
that offer the best opportunities for Latinos and for support of the Latino community. Anheuser-Busch is the only
brewer to receive the honor.
Beer Reigns Supreme as Global Driver of Food and Beverage Growth
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 16, 2007)
-- Data contained in ACNielsen’s most recent report on global food and beverage trends indicates that for the
second consecutive year, beer is the No. 1 category for growth value in the world.
Anheuser-Busch Partners with Heineken to Distribute and Market Budweiser in Colombia
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (Feb. 9,
2007) – Anheuser-Busch and Heineken International de Colombia S.A. have signed an agreement for Heineken to
import, distribute and market Budweiser in Colombia.
Hansen Natural Corporation and Anheuser-Busch Announce On-Premise Sales and Distribution Deal
CORONA, Calif. (Feb. 9, 2007) – Hansen
Natural Corporation (Nasdaq: HANS) and Anheuser-Busch, Inc. (NYSE: BUD) today announced they have concluded an agreement
under which Anheuser-Busch, Inc. will manage and coordinate the sales, distribution and merchandising of Monster
Energy® energy drinks to on-premise retailers including bars, nightclubs and restaurants in territories approved
by Hansen.
Michelob Taps Heritage
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 8, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch
is introducing Michelob Lager and Michelob Light in elegantly re-designed embossed teardrop bottles based on the
original package launched in 1961.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year of 2006
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. today reported
that full year 2006 net sales increased 4.5 percent and diluted earnings per share (excluding one-time items in both
years) increased 9.1 percent. For the fourth quarter of 2006, net sales increased 1.8 percent and diluted earnings
per share improved 31.6 percent.
Anheuser-Busch To Broadcast Investor Conference Call Over The Internet
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 27, 2007 – Anheuser-Busch
Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its fourth quarter 2006 earnings conference call over the Internet at
4 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, Feb. 1, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch to Appear on 'Ultimate Factories' at 8 p.m. CST Sunday, Jan. 28
ST. LOUIS
(Jan. 24, 2007) -- On Sunday, Jan. 28, the National Geographic Channel premieres three back-to-back episodes of “Ultimate
Factories,” featuring major manufacturers including Harley-Davidson, Peterbilt -- and Anheuser-Busch.
Anheuser-Busch Announces Agreement with Aristotle for Online Age-Verification on Bud.TV, Brand Web Sites
ST. LOUIS (Jan.
22, 2007) - Anheuser-Busch Inc. today announced it has selected Aristotle Inc., based in Washington, D.C., as the
vendor to implement an independent age-verification system for its new online entertainment network, Bud.TV, which
will launch on Feb. 4 following the Super Bowl broadcast.
Bud Bowl Makes Return to South Florida to Entertain Gridiron Fans
MIAMI (Jan. 12, 2007) --
When Bud Bowl first launched in 1989, a “battle of bottles” ensued as Budweiser squared off with Bud
Light in a series of six 30-second TV commercials, capturing football fans’ undivided attention.
Anheuser-Busch Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
ST. LOUIS, (Jan. 11, 2007) – August
A. Busch IV, president and chief executive officer of Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. today announced that the Board of
Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 29 ½ cents on shares of the company’s outstanding
common stock, payable March 9, 2007, to shareholders of record February 9, 2007.
Anheuser-Busch and Czech Brewer Budejovicky Budvar Form Historic Alliance in U.S. Market
(January 8, 2007) - After nearly
a century of disagreements in certain parts of the world over rights to the Budweiser name for their beers, Anheuser-Busch
and Czech brewer Budejovicky Budvar have formed a historic alliance in which Anheuser-Busch will become the U.S.
importer of Czechvar Premium Czech Lager, the two brewers jointly announced today.
Anheuser-Busch Reports Increased U.S. Beer Volume In 2006
ST. LOUIS (Jan. 5, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch,
Inc., the U.S. beer subsidiary of Anheuser‑Busch Cos., Inc., increased U.S. shipments to wholesalers to 102.3
million barrels in 2006 -- up 1.2 million barrels or 1.2 percent over 2005, it was announced today by Anheuser-Busch
Cos., Inc. president and chief executive officer, August A. Busch IV.