Buffalo Pils Scores a Touchdown
“Thirty different beers based on a fan base is a unique thing.”
By: Anna Hezel
BTS & Beer: An Unlikely Love Story
The beer-based drinks featured on a popular Korean talk show is a testament to the globalization of the beverage.
Celebrating Detroit’s Craft Beer History
Don’t call it a comeback: Detroit’s vibrant craft beer scene mirrors the city’s own renaissance.
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Switchback Brewing Company was founded in 2002 with one goal in mind: to brew unexpected, relatable, great-tasting beer.
Tacos & Beer: Fueling the Yakima Valley’s Hop Harvest
There’s an old saying in winemaking that it takes a lot of great beer to make great wine. But in the brewing industry, it takes plenty of great tacos to make great beer.
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Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge of craft beer, in search of the latest news in the beer world, or are interested in finding a brewery that has the beer you’ve been dying to try, CraftBeer.com has you covered.The craft beer community grows larger every day. By staying plugged into the community, we can teach anyone who wants to learn about craft beer practically anything they want to know. We have an in-depth list of styles, a beer glossary, the CraftBeer.com Beer & Food Course and our Beer 101 course to help you learn about craft beer. In addition to those resources, we also have a list of some of the top beer schools in the country for people interested in finding a place to learn even more about beer. If you enjoy the website and are interested in a convenient way to learn about beer, sign up to have our newsletter delivered directly to your inbox. Read More
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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. Read More