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BREAKING | New Belgium Reportedly Explores Possible Sale
December 18, 2015 | Tristan Chan
Reuters reported this morning that New Belgium Brewing Company, the employee owned Fort Collins based brewery is exploring the possibility of a sale of the company. According to sources, … Read More
Brewery Showcase | The Bronx Brewery (Bronx, NY)
December 18, 2015 | Carly Mento
A common adage in this industry is to “do one thing you’re good at and do it right”. While most breweries I’ve come across start off living this truth, not all end up sticking to the original plan. Last month, I hopped on the 4 train after work to accept an invitation for a private tasting up at The Bronx Brewery. What I discovered was a pioneering pair of brewers who practice what they preach: the pale ale.
Cascade Brewery Co | Pale Ale
December 18, 2015 | Lindsay Snyder
When I travel, I have two priorities – try the beer, and learn something new. I managed to do both at the same time on my most recent … Read More
Brewery Showcase | Fremont Brewing (Seattle, WA)
December 17, 2015 | Hannah Carlson
The first time I spoke with Matt Lincecum and Sara Nelson, co-founders of Fremont Brewing, was on the eve of their expansion into Oregon. After five years, the Seattle … Read More
Seventh Son Brewing Company | Oubliette
December 17, 2015 | Tim Daily
Long known for its proximity to a number of great craft breweries, Columbus, Ohio has become a popular destination for beer drinkers to indulge in fresh/unique beer styles and … Read More
Ultimate 6er | Christmas Cookie & Beer Pairings
December 16, 2015 | Holly Gerard 1
This is one of my favorite times of year. Especially because I have an excuse to bake up a storm of Christmas cookies and sweets. So why not punch up your treats with some Christmas Cookie and Beer pairings? Who needs Christmas whiskey when you have winter beers? But don’t worry, if you aren’t a big baker or candy maker, there are a couple of store bought options for you to pair that beer with as well.
Gals Gift Guide | 100 Craft Beer Gift Ideas Under $100
December 16, 2015 | Victoria Pratt
The weather outside is frightful, but the beers inside are so delightful! Having a hard time finding the perfect gift for the female beer lover in your family or friends? Check out our 100 Craft Beer Gift Ideas Under $100 for the beer enthusiast in your life. Read More
PorchDrinking’s Weekly Denver Beer Beat | December 16th, 2015
December 16, 2015 | Cory Pelc
Average Reading Time: [5 minutes]
Have you dug yourself out of the unholy snow storm from the last few days? We sure hope you used your snow days appropriately. The … Read More
New Belgium Brewing | Blackberry Barleywine
December 16, 2015 | Tristan Chan
ABV: 10% | IBU: 50
New Belgium Brewing Blackberry Barleywine is just the fruit forward jammy jam beer you needed this winter.
It should come as no surprise that New Belgium Brewing Company holds a special place in my heart. As I’ve documented before, I first fell in love with craft beer in the winter of 2009 while taking advantage of free tasters in the New Belgium Brewing Liquids Center (tap room). At the time, I was an AmeriCorps member serving the Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer Co, with a living stipend that was below minimum wage. So free tasters of beer was about all the entertainment I could afford at the time.
Brewery Showcase | Harvest Moon Brewery & Cafe (New Brunswick, NJ )
December 15, 2015 | Matt Saffer
To many, opening that acceptance letter to a college or university is like getting a key to a wondrous, magical place. There are aspirations of stretching one’s borders, meeting new people and trying exciting things. With a kiss to mom and dad, you’re set free into a place of questions, higher learning and generally speaking — really bad beer.
Maybe not bad per se, but at the very least inexpensive and in large quantities. And in some cases, of questionable sanitary standards.
Event Recap | 2015 Denver Festivus
December 15, 2015 | Tristan Chan 1
What’s better than hanging with R2-D2, and a to-scale X-Wing to kick off Star Wars week? Drinking beer from 50 of Denver’s best and brightest breweries in the company of … Read More
Pipeworks Brewing Co. | The Hyper Dog
December 15, 2015 | Mike Zoller
ABV: 13%
Pipeworks Brewing Co. in Chicago is good at creating hype for its beers. During the summer there’s seemingly an endless battle to get the latest imperial … Read More
Weekly Growler Fill | National Beer News Roundup
December 14, 2015 | Chelsea Mitchell
Epic introduces a new session series, New Belgium taps Rhinegeist for a collaboration, and the FDA has more regulations for the craft beer industry. This week brings some big craft beer news that you cannot afford to miss. Grab a cold one, keep reading, and get informed with this edition of the Weekly Growler Fill.
Guys Gift Guide | 100 Craft Beer Gift Ideas Under $100
December 14, 2015 | Victoria Pratt
The weather outside is frightful, but the beers inside are so delightful. Having a hard time finding the perfect gift for the male beer lover in your family or friends? Check out our 100 Craft Beer Gift Ideas Under $100 for the beer enthusiast in your life. Read More
Star Wars Themed Beer Names
December 14, 2015 | Jess Baker
You’re the fanatic that clicked refresh 1977 times in order to be the first to purchase tickets for Star Wars The Last Jedi. You’ve concocted the wildest theories ranging from R2D2 actually being a Sith Lord, to the return of IG88; theories so grandiose that even those internet blogger noobs haven’t even thought of yet. When you walk into a brewery and you see a beer name with a nod to Skywalker, Solo and company, you rate it five stars on Untappd based solely on creativity. The Force is strong with you, as it is with these Star Wars Themed Beer Names for both the most intense Star Wars and craft beer geek in the galaxy. I have a bad feeling about this…
Reuben’s Brews | Robust Porter
December 14, 2015 | Brad Hartsock
5.9% ABV | 30 IBU
I’m a big believer in a relaxing Sunday, especially after a busy Saturday. A recent Saturday definitely fit that bill with a 4 dog trip … Read More
Brewery Showcase | Vision Quest Brewery (Boulder, CO)
December 11, 2015 | Cecelia Kathleen
All photos by: Kyle Oglvie
Location:
2510 47th Street Unit A2 Boulder, CO 80301 (303) 578-0041
Capacity: 1.5 Barrel Brewhouse
Grand Opening Hours of Operation: • Friday 4-11pm … Read More
Oxbow Brewing Company | Crossfade
December 11, 2015 | Brad Hartsock
Blended Farmhouse Ale (Dec. 2014) | 5% ABV
Well, I finished my last Thanksgiving-leftover sandwich last week, the one that consists entirely of mashed potatoes and turkey because the … Read More
GrassLands Brewing Co. | Tallahassee, Florida
December 10, 2015 | Jess Baker
GrassLands Brewing Co. is among Tallahassee’s newer craft breweries. And though GrassLands may feel new to you, the brewery has been a long time coming for founders Saralyn and Gabe Grass.
Fat Head’s Brewery | Pimp My Sleigh
December 10, 2015 | Kevin Risner
ABV: 10.5% | IBU: 30
We’re still getting into the holiday spirit; almost two weeks until the 25th arrives! Once again, I have a Belgian Ale for your enjoyment, this time from Fat Head’s Brewery brewed in the sunny Cleveland area. I’m not joking this time around; we’ve actually had a mild and somewhat sunny late fall with little snow. Hopefully that will change soon. As we wait for the wintry weather, I would advise you all to stock up on your heavy ales, and Fat Head Brewery’s Pimp My Sleigh is a perfect choice for your evenings around the Yule Log this holiday season.
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