Craft Beer, Homebrewing, Beer Guides
When you think of America and beer, there are probably a couple things that come to mind. Budweiser, bald eagles, sporting events. Maybe you even think of Busch and hunting or Natty Light and college parties. Regardless, you’re probably not thinking of Yuengling even though it’s the oldest brewery in the US and the largest … Read more
I assume we all know what beer is here, but what exactly is malt liquor and how does it differ from beer? While malt liquor may sound like it could be whiskey made with malted barley, it is in fact a type of beer. If you don’t know what malt liquor is, you still may … Read more
Stella Artois; it has a fancy ring to it. The name Stella Artois (stell-ah ar-twa) rolls off of the tip of your tongue, and you cannot help but feel ultra-fancy when you say that name. Or, is it just me that loves the way it sounds? I think not! Stella Artois is a classic Belgian … Read more
Guinness is one of the most well known and consumed beers in the world due to it’s availability. It is brewed in nearly 50 countries and available in over 120. Guinness first began in 1759 at St. James’s Gate in Dublin, Ireland which is the brewery of Arthur Guinness. While some beers have many different … Read more
Heineken – It is a name that is instantly recognizable beyond the world of beer. Hint: Heineken is not from Germany. Heineken is practically a household name, and the reason behind this fact is due to the wild and interesting history of Heineken beer, and the brand itself. What kind of beer is Heineken though? … Read more
With a multitude of different beers to choose from in the U.S, it’s no wonder so many people have their different opinions on what is the best beer to drink. Since it can be difficult to base the best beer off just its taste alone, we put together some research to determine the popularity of … Read more
Beer is the oldest and most common alcoholic beverage still in production today. With brewing techniques that have not changed much, even with the introduction of newer technologies, beer is a tried-and-true staple in many cultures and countries around the world. In many parts of the world, beer is as ingrained in their history as … Read more
There are many different brands of beer as well as styles of beer. With 300,000 brands and 19,000 breweries worldwide, that information can leave anyone feeling a bit overwhelmed in trying to figure out what beer is what! There is such an in-depth variety now of brown ale, pale ale, lagers, and stouts – it … Read more
Is Belgium truly the home of the best beer on the planet? Or, is it Germany, home of tall steins and Theresienwiese (better known as Oktoberfest)? Some would argue that the Czech lager is the winner, or that Irish stout takes the cake. You can’t forget about British or American ale either. However, it is … Read more
I cannot be the only one who has wondered about the origin of the word beer. Sipping on the smooth and frothy drink in my hand, I started to ponder. While I was sitting at a bar with friends, pre-gaming before a concert, suddenly the subject came up in conversation. Why is beer called beer? … Read more