It’s hard to imagine a time before bourbon-y imperial stouts were our trusty winter fortification, and yet it’s a relatively recent development. Here’s the story.
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A report on the book tour launch (a full house, many smiles, great performances by Ben and Van), and a note about upcoming stops.
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In the latest Sightglass article, I explore the remarkable ways barley varieties affect the flavor of beer and how craft malthouses, producing malt in small batches, are transforming American brewing.
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The Beer Bible 2nd Edition will be available a week from today. Here’s the skinny on everything that’s new. It’s a lot!
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You may have noticed that the site has been less active than usual around here lately. There’s a reason for that, and now that things are beginning to look more normal going forward, I wanted to comment on it.
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Writers and brewers have identified most of the useful frameworks we use to understand beer. An important one, often hinted at but never fully explored, is national tradition. It’s never been more important to understand, though—especially now amid the birth of the American tradition.
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The Brewers Association announced the winners of the GABF last night, and here’s a brief, Pac NW-centric recap.
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The 20-stop national Beer Bible book tour begins on Sept 23, and we’ve planned events every beer fan will enjoy. Have a look at the schedule and save the date.
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An exceptional new brewery opened in Bellingham a year ago, and they specialize in rustic styles, including Franconian lager. But my fave was a Polish lager.
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