Cask ale is one of the oldest and most respected styles in the world of craft beer. Unlike the modern beers often seen on the shelf, cask ale offers a taste of tradition, craft and a lot of patience. But what makes this unfiltered, naturally carbonated beer so unique, and why should beer lovers appreciate it? (more…)

Believe it or not, some of the oldest beer styles are the ones we still drink today. So, let’s crack open a cold one and dive into the ancient history of beer. (more…)

Before hops took the spotlight in beers, yeast was quietly doing all the heavy lifting. It’s the unsung hero of beer. A microscopic, single-celled fungus that not only makes beer beer (thanks, alcohol and bubbles!) but also plays a huge role in how it tastes. If you’re drinking a banana-y Hefeweizen or a funky saison, you’re tasting yeast in action.

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Pilsner is one of the most iconic and refreshing beer styles out there. But did you know that there are actually several types of pilsners, each with its own flavor, history and personality?

Let’s break down the three most popular versions: Czech, German and American Pilsner—and ultimately help you figure out which one you’d like in your glass.

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Cold IPA is a new twist on the classic IPA. It’s refreshing, crisp, and offers a smooth, hop-forward experience without the intense bitterness of a standard IPA.

But what exactly makes a Cold IPA stand out from the rest? Let’s break it down. (more…)

When the weather heats up, everyone is looking for something cool to drink. While lagers and IPAs can technically do the trick, sour beers bring a refreshing acidity with fun, fruity flavors that will have you puckering up all summer long. (more…)

Smoked beer, also known as rauchbier, is characterized by its smoky flavor, which comes from using malted barley dried over an open fire during the brewing process.

But how did this red hot idea come to be? Let’s look at the style’s history. (more…)

Ever wonder if dark beer is stronger than light beer, or if beer in a bottle tastes better than beer in a can? We’re here to shed some light on common beer myths.  (more…)

With Dry January in the rearview mirror, hangovers may have made their triumphant return to ruin the morning after a night of drinking.

Whether it’s a pounding headache, an extremely dry mouth, dizziness, irritability, fatigue or all of the above, most of us have experienced a hangover and all want the same thing – for it to end as soon as possible!

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Drinking beer is a whole experience, but it all starts with how it enters your glass. Pouring beer is an art form, but it can be easily mastered if the proper steps are followed. (more…)