Surely, this isn’t the first time you’ve heard about the new Churchkey Pilsner, but there’s a pretty good chance drinking one will be the first time you’ve opened a flat top beer can with a church key opener. We cut right to the chase and show you how it’s done (it’s actually really simple). Keep an eye out for the beer across the Seattle and Portland, Ore. areas.
We mentioned a few delicious biere de Mars in the most recent issue of DRAFT, but saved a third to taste with you. Check out our overview of New Belgium Biere de Mars for info on its flavor profile and a bit more about the historic farmhouse style.
The weather’s warming (heating) up, so we’re spotlighting three vibrant lemony brews to pair with the sunshine. Sip along as we crack open offerings from Brooklyn, Green Flash and Stoudts.
Don’t forget to tell us your favorite lemony brew in the comments.
This may be an Italian pale ale, but you’ll notice a wallop of familiar American hop notes when you crack open Contessa.
There are a ton of beer-related smart phone apps available, so we’ve spotlighted two essential (and free!) downloads for furthering your beer education: Pintley and the BJCP Style Guidelines.
If you don’t closely follow new beer releases, it can be a bit difficult navigating through all the new “IPAs” on the shelves: White, black, farmhouse, Baltic, and more. Here, we discuss three new IPA varieties, and what you should expect from them. For more, don’t miss our handy chart for deciphering the growing number of IPA variations.
If you’re still looking for more Irish-style beers to tip back on St. Patrick’s Day, don’t pass up on BJ’s Jeremiah Red. This beer’s toasted and toffee-sweet malts layer the tongue while a 7% ABV warms the chest.
Dick, Jake and C.J. Leinenkugel (representing the family’s 5th and 6th generation) swing by DRAFT’s office to talk about trends in beer, their favorite beer and food pairing, and new beers from their Big Eddy series.
Maui Brewing’s Garrett Marrero sits down with us to talk about exciting new flavors, who he’d share a beer with, the best trends in beer and more.
Maui Brewing’s Garrett Marrero sits down with us to talk about exciting new flavors, who he’d share a beer with, the best trends in beer and more.
