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“Beer Brands” App Review

“Beer Brands” App Review

Overview Beer Brands is a information database of 7,800 beers to help you learn more about a specific beer, track your favorites, pick a beer by style, or select a beer at random.  The beers are displayed in an alphabetized list and you can... read more »

 

Book Review: Brewmaster’s Table

Book Review: Brewmaster’s Table

Brewmaster’s Table by Garrett Oliver was given to me years ago by Garrett himself and has all the elements of a good beer book.  Oliver starts off with ingredients and moves on to history.  I find the discussion of these two topics very... read more »

 

International Beer Day

International Beer Day

Ben Franklin is quoted as saying “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy”.  Franklin might not be international but his thought is a great way to kick off International Beer Day.  August 5 is the day to celebrate all... read more »

 

The Craftsman World of DIY Presents: The Down and Dirty

The Craftsman World of DIY Presents: The Down and Dirty

Small Time Drinker, or STD as he was fondly called on the online radio show “The Craftsman World of DIY Presents:  The Down and Dirty” was interviewed by the host, Frank Fontana about his views on craft beer. The show was recorded... read more »

 

How Do You Handle The Wrong Beer Being Served?

How Do You Handle The Wrong Beer Being Served?

More than once over the years I the wait staff at various restaurants and bars served me the wrong beer .  Sometimes it is obvious such as a dark beer showing up when it should be lighter in color and other times it is not.  There is a myriad... read more »

 

The Ohio Craft Brewers Collaboration Pack

The Ohio Craft Brewers Collaboration Pack

The Ohio Craft Brewers Collaboration Pack may also be named “How Not To Do It Pack.”  Last year Ohio Craft brewers paired off into teams of two and brewed collaborative beers for a mixed 12-pack.  Honestly, great idea.  However,... read more »

 

Tasting Panel: Boulevard Brewing Co.

Tasting Panel: Boulevard Brewing Co.

I convened my regular group of friends and a twelve pack sampler of Boulevard along with a bottle of their Tripel.  Tripel was the favorite of the night.  We all thought the name Long Strange Tripel was humorous and Nelly liked the “strange... read more »

 

Event Review: Burger Bar and Rogue Ales Beer Dinner

Event Review: Burger Bar and Rogue Ales Beer Dinner

This was a feature event during Chicago’s Craft Beer Week, and overall it was a well prepared and organized event.  One of the nice touches to the event was a placemat containing the food menu and beer pairings with background on each... read more »

 

Quick Note on Soft Openings

Quick Note on Soft Openings

Even though your bar or restaurant is having a soft opening does not mean you should not be trying to blow your customers minds.  I know I know you have a lot on your plate, but this is your chance to make a huge first impression.  I am... read more »

 

Pintley 2.0 for iPhone and Android

Pintley 2.0 for iPhone and Android

A little while ago I bragged about Pintley, a beer app that allows you to track the beers you like, recommends new beers for you to try, and provides basic information about the beer and your fellow drinker’s options and ratings.  Well... read more »