In the Midst of a Pandemic, Breweries Are Giving Back to their Communities
Hit hard by the pandemic, breweries across the country are nonetheless finding ways to give back to their local communities.
Hit hard by the pandemic, breweries across the country are nonetheless finding ways to give back to their local communities.
American Craft Beer Week (May 10–16, 2021) is our annual springtime salute to our neighborhood breweries. Because Local Beer Is Better!
Many in the world of craft beer seek out the artisans of coffee who show the same amount of love to coffee that craft brewers pay to craft beer. As these brewers develop a love and appreciation for craft roasters, some brewers have found ways to utilize a roaster’s skill and attention to detail to elevate the brewery and its offerings.
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Jessica Fierro found her passion for beer and brewing in Germany, where she and her husband, U.S. Army veteran Rich Fierro, were stationed. A German brewer offered to mentor Fierro and she was instantly committed to the craft: “I was enthralled with the process,” she said. “I realize now how much work is involved, but I thought, ‘My God, I can totally do this.’”
Outer Range Brewing Co. is renowned for its IPAs and outdoor spirit. It was no surprise when its founders decided to open another brewery—but choosing to do it in the French Alps made quite the impression.
If the only things certain in life are death and taxes, then the only things certain in craft beer are inspectors and taxes. For brewers looking to release a new label, that means working with the once-dreaded Taxman.