The craft beer movement has flourished in recent years, drawing attention with its focus on quality, creativity, and distinctive flavors. Craft breweries—small, independent establishments—are at the forefront of this innovation, often experimenting with bold ingredients like fruit, spices, and coffee, as well as pioneering new brewing techniques. From hoppy IPAs to rich stouts, the diversity of styles and flavors in the craft beer industry is truly endless.
Beer lovers are stepping beyond the traditional bar scene and into local breweries, discovering the vast world of craft brews. Getting together to enjoy a beer has always been a way to connect people, share stories, and build communities.
Babylonian Brewing - The Ancient Art of Beer and Its Deadly Consequences Beer has been a beloved beverage for millennia. But, Babylonian brewing wasn’t just an art—it was a life-or-death profession. In a civilization where beer was more than just a drink but a key part of daily sustenance and economy, strict laws... Read More »
Growlers, Crowlers, and More - A Guide to Growlers and Crowlers If you’re a beer enthusiast, you’ve likely heard of growlers and crowlers — but do you know the difference? Whether you’re grabbing a fresh brew from your local craft brewery or looking for the best way to store your favorite beer, understanding these containers... Read More »
Most Americans Live Near a Brewery - How Close Are You to a Brewery? Closer Than You Think! If you love craft beer, chances are you don’t have to travel far to find a local brewery. In fact, most Americans live within 10 miles of a brewery, according to the Brewers Association. That’s great news for beer... Read More »
Hops are Toxic to Dogs - Keep the Hops for Your Beer—Not Your Dog! Beer lovers and homebrewers, listen up! While hops are essential for crafting that perfect pint, they can be incredibly dangerous for your furry friends. Hops are toxic to dogs! Whether you’re brewing at home, visiting a brewery, or composting spent hops, it’s... Read More »
Space Barley Beer - The Final Frontier of Brewing Beer lovers and space enthusiasts, unite! Sapporo Breweries, one of Japan’s oldest beer makers, has taken brewing to the next level—literally. In collaboration with the Russian Academy of Sciences and Okayama University, Sapporo created Space Barley, the world’s first beer brewed using barley grown aboard... Read More »
Allsopp’s Arctic Ale - The $500,000 Bottle That’s Worth More Than Just the Buzz Ever heard of a beer that’s worth over $500,000? No, it’s not some fancy craft brew from a local brewery—it’s a bottle of Allsopp’s Arctic Ale. This rare bottle of beer made history in 2018, when it sold for an... Read More »
Celebrate Beer Pong Day - Raise Your Solo Cups and Let the Games Begin! In the world of college parties and backyard barbecues, few games are as legendary as Beer Pong. The clang of ping pong balls, the triumphant cheers, and the inevitable debates over house rules—it’s a ritual that has stood the test of... Read More »
Tutankhamun Ale - Sipping Like an Ancient Pharaoh If you’ve ever wanted to drink like an ancient Egyptian, you’re in luck—sort of. Tutankhamun Ale, a beer brewed from a 3,250-year-old recipe found in Queen Nefertiti’s royal brewery, gives modern beer lovers a taste of history. But before you start channeling your inner pharaoh,... Read More »
Pizza Flavored Beer? - Seven Bro7hers Brewery Says, “Why Not?” Beer and pizza—an iconic combo. But what if the two became one? That’s exactly what the UK-based Seven Bro7hers Brewery and Chicago Town have done with their pizza flavored beer. Show Me The Honey is a beer that actually tastes like pizza. 🍕🍺 Beer That... Read More »
When Belgium Served Beer to Schoolkids - Beer to Schoolkids? (Yes, Really) Back in the early 2000s, some Belgian schools took an interesting approach to tackling childhood obesity: Belgium served beer to schoolkids. Yep, you read that right. Instead of sugary sodas, students as young as three were offered a low-alcohol brew called tafelbier (or “table beer”),... Read More »