Let’s get back to the basics. This is the first thing I’ve been able to brew in a while – but I’m so happy that this is what I got to have be my comeback. …
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Labatt Blue Review
I’ve missed traveling quite a bit and have been thinking about how the most recent trips are nearly a year away at this point. Since I’m unable to travel, I wanted to part from my …
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Heileman’s Old Style Review
We’re just one week away from being able to crack open and sample my RedX and Saaz SMASH beer. Don’t worry, I’ll have the write up ready to go for that one. Until then, I …
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Tepache
Fermentation is one of the oldest methods of cooking in human civilization, and examples can be found in each and every bed of civilization across the world. Even when narrowed to the scope of fermented, grain-based beverages, the process is nigh-universal. Ignoring the centuries upon centuries of brewing innovations and traditions from Asia and the Early Americas is to ignore the history of beer itself.
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Interview With Mikey Manning of Marz Community Brewing
We’re so excited to share the second episode of our Head Brewer Interview series – featuring Mikey Manning of Marz Community Brewing. We talk about his time as a brewer, Marz Community Brewing, and sample …
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Pipeworks Brewing Co. – Premium Pilsner Review
It’s been hot here in Chicago. Sometimes when it’s hot and dry, you want something cold and wet. Enter my pilsner choice for such an occasion, Pipeworks Brewing Co.’s Premium Pilsner. As I’ve gotten older, …
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Bitburger and Sierra Nevada Triple Hop’d Lager Review
Those who know me also know that I’m a big fan of spite-borne things. Little did I know about myself, this can even extend to beer. A buddy of mine lives in the UK and …
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Ginger Beer
Many people interested in the hobby of homebrewing are often dismayed by the upfront cost. Getting a large enough kettle, fermentation buckets, airlocks, and the bare essentials, on top of ingredients, is a large, upfront investment for a curiosity; however, it doesn't have to be that way. Home fermentation can be easy and cheap, and it'll give you some room to grow into the hobby with small, incremental investments.
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Revolution Brewing – Fist City Review
It is incredibly easy to drink - perhaps dangerously so, as I look at how much I have left while I write.
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Finch Beer Co. – Taco Cat Review
Well dear readers, it’s been a minute. We’ve been busy here working on setting up new interviews and new content, but also just some self-care. That said, we’re back to review, brew, and talk beer …
