Could You Be a Beer Judge?
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a beer judge? I mean, how cool does it sound to drink beer all day, chat about it and fill out a short form? Seems pretty easy and fun, right? Well, being a beer judge isn’t really as simple as all of that. Read-on and I’ll tell you all about what its like to be a beer judge for a day.
Brewery Travels: My Favorite Brewery/Beer from Each State
In my ongoing quest to visit breweries all across this great land, I have now surpassed the 400 mark, and they’ve been spread across 37 states and 175+ cities. To celebrate this landmark, I’ve put together a ‘Special Edition’ of Brewery Travels: A rundown of my favorites in each of the states visited so far.
Why a Miller Lite Was the Best Beer I’ve Ever Had
I’ve worked in craft beer for nearly five years now. I’ve had the fortune to try some truly amazing brews: Pliny the Elder, Heady Topper, Bourbon Barrel Aged Expedition Stout. Supplication? I’ve got one in my mini-fridge. The reason I’m telling you this is because I want to frame my statements here properly. I’ve had good beer, trust me. The best beer I’ve ever had, though, was a Miller Lite.
Allagash Farm to Face
A few years ago a friend of mine sent a text saying they had just tried the best beer ever, a sour ale brewed with peaches called Farm To Face from Allagash Brewing Company. I get beer recommendations all the time, but it is rare that they come with a “favorite beer ever” label, so I made a substantial effort to find a bottle. Unfortunately I came up empty, a limited amount of the beer has
Hoppy Vs Bitter: Understanding the Difference
When it comes to craft beer, there are lots of flavors and aromas to be enjoyed. Along with the wide variety of tastes and …
Craft Beer Superhero: A Podcast with Maria Cabré of J. Wakefield Brewing
We are joined by head brewer at J. Wakefield Brewing, Maria Cabré. Maria shares the story going from working in the hospitality industry to …
Mad Moon Launches SweeTarts Cider
Mad Moon will be offering both draft and 4-pack bottles of the new cider Tart Side of the Moon, which is made with real …
PBR: A Love Story
You know what beer is great? PBR, that’s right Pabst Blue Ribbon, a North American Adjunct Lager found in the low rent section of …
The OGs of Craft Beer – Magic Hat Brewing Company – #9
In writing this, I fired up the PorchDrinking DeLorean and visited our original showcase of 9 from 2012. Even though it’s way before my time with Tristan and the gang, reading the article was a nostalgia trip that perfectly reflects the reason 9 deserves its place in this series.
New Moves from Allagash & Surly Signal Rise of Wine-Inspired Lagers
Rosé (lager) all-day? For some beer-drinkers, this dream is quickly becoming a reality. To stand out in 2018, brewers are throwing anything and everything into …
