Streetcar 82 Brewing Co. in Hyattsville, Maryland, is a craft brewery seeking to bring together the deaf community and the hearing community over the common language of beer.
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Craft Beer Muses
February 7, 2019
Wisconsin Brewers Bring Old, Rare and Unusual Beers Back to Life
February 7, 2019
Meerts? Sour beers? Wisconsin Brewers are embracing rarities and age-old recipes in a remarkable revival.
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Editor's Picks
February 14, 2019
That’s Not My Craft Beer Community
February 14, 2019
Jess Baker, editor-in-chief of CraftBeer.com, says one beer publication's failed attempt at satire does not represent the craft beer community she sees.
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Editor's Picks
February 1, 2019
Conan Causes Shenanigans at Sam Adams
February 1, 2019
Conan O’Brien gets his own Willy Wonka style tour of Samuel Adams, causing a few of his signature shenanigans along the way.
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Festivals
January 31, 2019
Fem Collective Announces 3rd Annual FemAle Brew Fest in Fort Lauderdale
January 31, 2019
Fem Collective presents the 3rd Annual FemAle Brew Fest on March 23 at Fort Lauderdale’s Pegasus Park at Gulfstream Park– home of the largest bronze equine statue in the world. …
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Featured Brewery
February 4, 2019
The Mothership is Calling: Hay Camp Brewing’s Mixed-Use Space
February 4, 2019
When Hay Camp Brewing Company’s 450-square-foot taproom and brewery got cramped, Karl Koth and Sam Papendick decided to go bigger. Way bigger. …
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Craft Beer Muses
January 28, 2019
Women Flourish in Atlanta’s Craft Beer Scene
January 28, 2019
Atlanta’s craft beer scene is still relatively new, opening doors for women who love beer to lead.
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Featured Brewery
January 24, 2019
Off Color’s Quirky John Laffler Finds ‘Magic’ in Yeast
January 24, 2019
Contributor Matt Osgood talks to Off Color Brewing’s co-founder John Laffler, who revels in eccentricity and yeast-driven brews.
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We know there’s so much to learn about craft beer, and are here to help. Our online Beer 101 Course will walk you through the basics of craft beer. You’ll learn about everything from beer history, to ingredients and different types of beer. Our Beer and Food Pairing Course will provide you with an in-depth knowledge on craft beer and food. You’ll learn how to make a knock-out pairing as well as create a menu for a beer and food pairing dinner. We have separate courses for at-home cooks as well as professional chefs, so individuals of all culinary backgrounds can participate.
Entree
February 1, 2019
Back Forty Beer Co.’s Beer Cheese Sandwich
February 1, 2019
Back Forty Beer Co. teams up with Melt, a grilled cheese truck out of Birmingham, Alabama, to make the perfect grilled beer cheese sandwich using their Freckle Belly IPA.
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Entree
February 1, 2019
IPA-Battered Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa and Avocado Crema
February 1, 2019
Add your favorite IPA to this recipe for beer-battered fish tacos and have a little fiesta in honor of one of the quintessential American beer styles, the India pale ale.
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Appetizer
January 28, 2019
Chicken Curry Meatballs Made with Beer
January 28, 2019
This fresh take on a classic dish combines a complex, fragrant sauce and savory chicken meatballs. As an added bonus, you only need to use one skillet, so clean up is a snap. Serve the meatballs as an appetizer or with basmati rice as a main dish.
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Beer & Food
February 1, 2019
Breweries Serve Up Satisfying Beer Soups
February 1, 2019
Author Kristen Kuchar scouts a handful of craft breweries and brewpubs serving up beer soups and chili with beer this season.
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Craft Beer Muses
January 10, 2019
In Vinocervisia Veritas: The Rise of Wine Beers
January 10, 2019
Alesong Brewing and Blending nabbed GABF medals for wine beers. Contributor Brian Yaeger explores a handful of U.S. breweries getting their grape goop on.
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Craft Beer Muses
December 24, 2018
9 Winter IPAs to Try This Season
December 24, 2018
Even the most ardent hop-head can get fatigued from the same old IPA profile. Luckily, craft brewers look to brew out of the box with winter IPAs.
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Beercation Destination
January 8, 2019
8 Great Beer and Food Festivals in 2019
January 8, 2019
Beer and food are made to go together, and that’s exactly what these beer and food festivals in 2019 allow you to experience.
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Beercation Destination
November 20, 2018
Escape to These Craft Breweries on U.S. Islands
November 20, 2018
These craft breweries offer a taste of island life. Take a seat, sit back and relax with a great craft beer.
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Beercation Destination
November 14, 2018
9 Remarkable Brewery Taprooms
November 14, 2018
What makes a good-looking brewery and taproom? Contributor Will McGough shows us a handful of his favorite remarkable brewery taprooms.
Read MoreIndependent Craft Beer in the United States
Now is the best time to be a beer lover in the U.S. We are proud to be part of the creative and vibrant community that independent craft brewers have created, and we want to help that community grow while keeping it strong. We know that helping beer lovers further learn about craft beer involves more than providing you with a beer style definition, and that’s why we bring you stories – we want to connect you with the people and breweries behind the beer.