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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.

10 Popular Low-Calorie Non-Alcoholic Beers to Try in 2026

In This Article Introduction Dry January is all the rage, but plenty of drinkers are making year-round adjustments to how they consume alcohol. Non-alcoholic beers have come a long way from their early days of fizzy, tasteless, and (frankly) crappy light lagers. NA beers are now a huge driver for breweries of any size, and […]

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What Is the Beer Fermentation Process? A Complete Guide

In This Article Introduction to Beer Fermentation When you think of beer production, you picture massive tanks, bags of grain, hops, and boiling water. But the chemical processes that make up the brewing process are where the magic happens. Fermentation is likely the most important step to reach beer. Fermentation happens elsewhere, particularly in food

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Best Breweries in Raleigh: 8 Popular Taprooms in 2026

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 2026

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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