Land of the rising sun, I prefer to call Japan land of the rising craft beers. From Belgian-style saisons to Hoppy IPAs with the occasional Porter thrown in, more Japanese beer brands are available in the US than ever before. In recent years, Japanese beer styles have seen an explosion similar to the American craft … Read more
Over the past few decades, beer brewing has grown exponentially. Today, you can find thousands of amazing beers on tap from breweries from all over the world in your favorite pub. If you struggle to pick a favorite beer, we’re here to help. Below we’ve highlighted some of the best beers on tap from around … Read more
There are few things as satisfying on the planet as a world-class Belgian beer. Belgian brewing culture is steeped in tradition and widely considered to be the pinnacle of brewing. If you can’t make your way to a Belgian monastery to try a pint for yourself, there’s good news; Belgian beer is now exported and … Read more
Germany has a long and proud beer-related history, so much so that they even rival the Belgians for the best beer culture on the planet. German monasteries first started brewing the good stuff back in 1000, and the tradition only evolved to create better products over time. Beer is a staple of German society, and … Read more
Although IPAs have taken the United States beer industry by storm, this iconic beer was dreamed up across the pond in Great Britain. IPAs were born out of necessity; essentially, the British sailors realized that hoppier beers kept better than maltier ones; and thus, they created IPAs. IPAs are an acquired taste. Although beer snobs … Read more
A friend helped me move a few years ago, and like I usually do for my friends, I decided to pay him in beer. As I handed over the 6-pack, I caught my friend’s uncomfortable expression and remembered that he had a gluten allergy. I don’t know if this is the case for everyone, but … Read more
While you might associate beer with a bitter flavor due to the crucial hops ingredient, there are plenty of beers that fall on the opposite side of the flavor spectrum. Hoppy, bitter beers are great, but if you are looking for something sweet and creamy, you can also find beers that’ll fulfill your cravings. If … Read more
If you have diabetes, drinking is safe in moderation, but you have to pay attention to alcohol’s effect on your blood sugar as part of your blood sugar management strategy. Alcoholic beverages, including regular beer, tend to be high in carbohydrates. And carbohydrates can cause blood glucose levels to surge. So, the best beer for … Read more
There’s nothing more appropriate than a delicious pumpkin beer when sweater weather rolls around—something about that warm, earthy mix of spices that makes us feel comforted and cared for. As it turns out, there’s a scientific reason why we crave that hit of pumpkin pie spices, which is why breweries regularly crank out gourmet pints … Read more
Although Munich’s Oktoberfest is most commonly associated with its beer fest, it’s actually a historical celebration that heralds a strategic marriage that strengthened Bavaria. These days, Germans and non-Germans alike celebrate that iconic day by drinking several pints of beer. Although you might not be able to get to Germany for Oktoberfest, there are still … Read more