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Patrick Daul

Patrick, based in Chicago, is our expert writer at Craft Beer Me. Cicerone-certified since 2017, he brings a wealth of technical knowledge and refined tasting expertise to every article. With a background in travel, Patrick is passionate about experiencing the best craft beers around the world—sharing his experiences and knowledge through engaging and insightful writing.

Best Breweries in Raleigh: 8 Popular Taprooms in 2025

Why Raleigh Is a Craft Beer Hotspot North Carolina’s Research Triangle consists of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill and is perhaps most famous as home to prestigious universities (and their legendary college basketball teams). But there’s a lot more to this area than a few campus bars. Raleigh, being the largest of the three cities, […]

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Best Breweries in Jacksonville: 8 Popular Taprooms in 2025

In This Article Why Jacksonville Is a Craft Beer Hotspot Florida, especially Tampa, has certainly exceeded expectations as a craft beer market. While the Sunshine State is more geared towards mojitos and refreshing seltzers, the number of craft breweries has exploded. Jacksonville may get overlooked, but it’s quickly becoming a go-to destination for all things

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Best Breweries in Chattanooga: 8 Popular Taprooms in 2025

In This Article Why Chattanooga Is a Craft Beer Hotspot Set in the foothills of the Appalachians, Chattanooga is known for its access to nature, making it a favorite among hikers and campers. Ruby Falls and Rock City Gardens on Lookout Mountain bring in plenty of tourism to Tennessee’s fourth-largest city, but Chattanooga’s cultural scene

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Types of Hops: Guide to Varieties, Flavors and Aromas

In This Article Introduction to Beer Hops The craft beer industry, whether it’s the drinkers or brewers themselves, has never been more hop-obsessed. It’s understandable. Almost everyone involved can recall an “aha” moment where a classic West Coast IPA absolutely blew them away with piney bitterness and flavors like grapefruit or orange peel. Although yeast

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Dried Hops vs. Wet Hops: Everything You Need to Know

In This Article Introduction Brewing’s buzziest of all buzzwords (excuse the alliteration) has to be “dry hopped.” You can’t go to a pub or beer store without being bombarded with 50 different varieties of colorfully-labeled IPAs (and now even pilsners) proudly displaying the words “dry-hopped with…” Dry hopping is a pivotal process for brewing the

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What is New England IPA? And 10 of the Best NEIPAs to Try

In This Article Introduction to New England IPA (NEIPA) If you’ve never seen a New England IPA, you’ve probably not been around craft beer at all. What was once a regional curiosity has absolutely taken the craft beer industry by storm. Characterized by their unmistakable hazy appearance and juicy hop-forward flavors, New England IPAs are

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What Is a Session IPA? 10 Popular Session Beers to Try

In This Article Introduction to Session IPAs Ever had one too many IPAs? Basically, every craft beer fan knows the groggy feeling the next day after a night at the taproom or pub. While delicious, American craft beers (especially robust IPAs) aren’t always drinkable enough for every occasion. If you’re planning on having a few

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