Craft Beer, Homebrewing, Beer Guides
Putting salt in beer likely a foreign, or even ludicrous, idea to many of you. However, people have been salting their beers for centuries, it’s just not as common a practice as it once was. The primary reason the practice has died off is because beer is a lot better today than it was centuries … Read more
In the last century, the world of beer, and brewing, has grown exponentially. This has allowed a few large companies such as Anheuser-Busch to control much of the mainstream flow of beer. But it’s also allowed a lot of smaller brands to find a market as well. This is why we have domestic beer, craft … Read more
For those that suffer from gout, you know you can’t really drink beer. Well, not without some very painful side effects, at least. The reason for this is that beer is typically high in purine which can cause gout flare-ups. Here at 52 Brews, we don’t think you should have to give up beer for … Read more
In the last decade or so, sour beers have become popularized to the point where most brewers have put at least one out on the market. You’ve likely had a couple sours in your life time, or at the very least, seen them on a menu. If you’re a fan of sour beers or are … Read more
You’ve no doubt heard of Corona, and you’ve probably had a couple over your life span – if you’re of age and drink, that is. It is the number one selling Mexican beer in the US, and the number one imported beer in the US. However, you may not be so familiar with the Coronita. … Read more
Voodoo Ranger is a brand of IPA’s produced by New Belgium Brewing Company out of Fort Collins, CO. They were created in 2017 in an effort to revamp their IPA’s after New Belgium’s Ranger IPA had become stagnant. Voodoo Ranger started off with just two beers – Voodoo Ranger IPA and Voodoo Ranger Imperial IPA. … Read more
So, you are wondering, does beer last longer in bottles or cans? The answer may surprise you… The question of glass over aluminum beer cans is hotly debated, and generally most differences are a matter of personal taste. The science however is clear, beer lasts longer in aluminum cans than it does in glass bottles. … 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
Everyone enjoys cutting loose every now and again, and the most popular way people tend to go about it is to enjoy a few drinks. Socializing with your friends, knocking back a few is almost always a guarantee of a good time, and the standard drink of choice in social situations is beer. On a … Read more
Want to finally make the best beer can chicken that everyone will be raving about, but don’t know whether the can of beer tucked away in the back of your fridge will do the job? The answer might be yes. Not all types of beer are compatible with chicken, but that does not mean you … Read more