In This Article Introduction If your first sip of beer ever made you squint and think, “Wow, that’s bitter,” you’re in good company. But bitterness is only one piece of the puzzle. Beer can be crisp and clean, rich and chocolatey, fruity and spicy, or sour. It’s one of the most versatile drinks in the […]
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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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In This Article Introduction to Low-Calorie and Low-Carb Beers IPAs and imperial stouts are great, but boy, do these beers pack in loads of calories and carbs. “Empty calories” isn’t precisely fair to beer, given that having a social pint with friends provides many benefits (including mental health), but that doesn’t mean the calories and
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In This Article Why Choosing the Right Beer Matters in Summer It’s hot, humid, and the sun is intent on cooking you faster than the grill. The last thing you need is a malty stout or intensely hopped IPA. You’re looking for flavor and refreshment. Luckily, craft brewers have come up with concoctions that bring
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This article may contain affiliate links. If you click them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 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.
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This article may contain affiliate links. If you click them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Ale beer is any beer fermented with top-fermenting yeast at warmer temperatures — typically 60–75°F. That warm fermentation produces the fruity esters and complex flavors that set ales apart from lagers. The category
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In This Article Introduction to Beer Freshness There’s nothing worse than bringing home an india pale ale you’re excited about and finding all the flavor has disappeared. Reaching all the way to the back of a fridge to find a beer (behind a jar of mustard) and cracking it open only to find it flat
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This article may contain affiliate links. If you click them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Introduction to Double India Pale Ale (DIPA) Hoppy beers have been at the center of the craft beer world for over 3 decades. From Sierra Nevada Pale Ale to Dogfish Head 60 Minute
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This article may contain affiliate links. If you click them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. In This Article Introduction Craft beer newcomers might see people downing IPAs or sours at the pub and wonder where these veteran drinkers started. Did they just decide they like imperial stouts and
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In This Article Introduction to Growlers vs Crowlers Taprooms are one of the true joys for a craft beer fan. These delightful spaces encapsulate the essence of the brewery. They’re an extension of the brewers’ vision. And, most importantly, they’re a place where you can grab all the best beers the brewery offers. While the
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