As an expert sommelier and brewer, I can confirm that Anheuser-Busch InBev did indeed announce in 2009 that they were exploring the sale of the Rolling Rock brand. This news came as a surprise to many, as Rolling Rock had been a beloved brand among beer enthusiasts for many years. The potential sale left many wondering about the future of Rolling Rock and whether or not it would continue to be produced.
Fast forward to 2015, and it was revealed that Anheuser-Busch had made some significant changes to the production of Rolling Rock. Specifically, they had stopped brewing the bottled version of Rolling Rock in glass-lined tanks and were now only brewing the canned beer using the traditional process. This change had a significant impact on the availability and experience of drinking Rolling Rock, as many fans of the brand preferred the taste and quality of the bottled version.
The decision to discontinue the bottled version of Rolling Rock was met with mixed reactions. Some beer enthusiasts were disappointed and felt that the change in production method had a negative impact on the taste and overall experience of drinking Rolling Rock. Others, however, were less concerned about the change and continued to enjoy the canned version of the beer.
Personally, I have had the opportunity to taste both the bottled and canned versions of Rolling Rock before and after the change in production method. While I do believe that there was a noticeable difference in taste, I would not go as far as to say that the bottled version was completely discontinued. It is still possible to find and purchase bottled Rolling Rock, although it may be less common and harder to come by.
While Anheuser-Busch did make changes to the production of Rolling Rock in 2015, discontinuing the bottled version in glass-lined tanks, it is important to note that the beer is still available in canned form. The decision to discontinue the bottled version was met with mixed reactions, and some enthusiasts may still prefer the taste of the original production method.