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I am five months into this blogging odyssey and readership is now over 800 readers a month. The blog has covered a lot of ground. One thing I have felt lacking is commenters. There are a few who seem to chime in from time to time, and... read more »
This has been a great month for the blog with readership climbing above 750 readers a month for the first time. This month’s top read posts were: My Binny’s Beverage Depot review – a look at the chain as a whole. My review... read more »
Almost every home has a shaker pint. The glass was originally designed for use with a metal cup to act as a cocktail shaker. You can see the shaker pint in use as it was originally designed at any bar featuring one of those pesky mixologists.... read more »
I thought I would give a quick overview of Binny’s Beverage Depot. Binny’s controls the majority of beer sales in the Chicago region. Binny’s became the top dog after buying up Sam’s, their main competition. Writing... read more »
Walker’s Reserve, Anniversary 14, Double Jack At last week’s release party at Piece Brewery in Chicago, Firestone Walker treated everyone to samples of three beers, the Walker’s Reserve, Anniversary 14 and Double Jack.... read more »
After my run in with Garrett Oliver (see here) I delved into craft beer with no end in sight. I used to scrape together enough change to go to Goose Island for a beer. After I got to know the bartenders they would occasionally let a free... read more »
I have been intrigued by how different breweries have reacted to my blog posts. By far I would say most breweries have no clue I am here. That is fine with me. I understand I am not on everyone’s radar. I often wonder what makes... read more »
Laser Etched AB Logo A growing number of glassware have a etching in the bottom of the glass. These etchings provide a nucleation point. A nucleation point creates a spot where bubbles can form. Once these bubbles form they rise... read more »
I would like to welcome Firestone Walker to Illinois. Tonight at Piece from 6:00 to 8:00 Firestone Walker will be holding a release party. You should expect samples of Anniversary 14, Double Jack IPA and Walker’s Reserve Porter to... read more »
Once again, thank you to my mother who picks Hoppin’ Frog up from the brewery. You would be a momma’s boy too if your mom stocked your fridge with craft beer. It was leftover from Christmas, but I kept it cold and brought... read more »