1998Announcement Date : Jan 1 , 1998

February

Started using 1/6 kegs (sixtels)

March

Released Grand Cru Winter Reserve (seasonal)

April

Added new fermenters; increases capacity by 40%

May

Prince Albert of Monaco spotted drinking a Flying Fish ESB

August

Added 2 new fermenters Flying Fish distributes to Outer Banks, NC

September

Belgian Abbey Dubbel released in 6-packs

October

Big Mouth Billy Bass added to Tasting Room wall.

November

Big Mouth Billy Bass removed from Tasting Room wall after it drives everyone crazy Dubbel wins gold medal at the Real Ale Festival in Chicago