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Book Review | Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland by Dr Christina Wade
February 7, 2025 | Ruvani de SilvaBeer historian Dr. Christina Wade describes her new book Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland as a love letter to the Irish craft beer community. That love is evident in the passion and rigor she brings to this fascinating and important book, which takes readers on a journey through the history of Ireland from the 5th century CE to the end of the 19th century. Author of the award-winning The Devil’s in the Draught Lines: 1000 Years of Women in Britain’s Beer History, Dr. Wade uses her impeccable research and writing skills to weave together intriguing stories of saints, sinners, warriors, colonizers, sex workers, ghosts, priests and demons who all have one thing in common: beer.
Book Review | Pairing Beer & Chocolate by David Nilsen
August 12, 2024 | Ruvani de SilvaWhile beer trends come and go, pairing is and continues to be a skill that never goes out of fashion, and quite rightly so. As beer lovers, we seek out sensory experiences from every sip we take, factoring in variables ranging from serving temperature to glass size to express and explain the precise nature of our drinking experience, so naturally once food substances are thrown into the mix, we aim to optimize our enjoyment by successfully pairing flavors and textures that are complimentary.
Book Showcase | Modern British Beer
August 6, 2021 | Kevin KainMost craft beer enthusiasts in the U.S. respected and enjoyed English beer a generation ago. The American craft beer revolution itself was in many ways based on traditional British beer styles. As the scene created its own identity, and a younger generation came aboard, the British presence took a back seat. This was coincidentally during a lull for beer in England. A lot has changed since then, and it’s time to revisit this nation that is so integral to beer. Read More
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