Apparently my website was lost. Working diligently to recover as much of it as I can. My apologies.

Update. I was able to recover most of the text content from the beginning through February 2024. Unfortunately, it appears all images are gone, and all content from February through today (August 3) is lost, including the email subscriber list. I’m bummed and and am going to take some time to determine my next steps.

I’d appreciate it if you were to resubscribe to my newsletter, but completely understand if you don’t want to.

In the meantime, you can peruse the archives below.


The Most Popular Beers Around the World

Beer is still one of the most popular drinks in the world. There is nothing quite like a cold beer on a hot summer day. Read More


I spent a month drinking Athletic Brewing’s non-alcoholic beer. It made me want to rethink my relationship with drinking and switch to being ‘flex-sober.’

Athletic Brewing Company’s no-alcohol beers seemed to keep popping up everywhere in my life. After trying them for a few … Read More


A Guide to Pursuing Beekeeping for the Homebrewer & Meadmaker

By Grace Mehl, EAS Master Beekeeper One thing leads to another. First, you buy a brew kit. Then you buy more ingredients, source specific ingredients, plant hops, buy barley from the organic farmer, or honey from the local beekeeper. But, what if you become a beekeeper and could harvest your own, really local honey? What …


Maui Brewing Shares Update on Modern Times Beer Acquisition Plans

(Kihei, HI) – After a brief deferral regarding the future of Modern Times following the failure of Brewery X to close on the transaction, the court-approved backup bidder, Maui Brewing Company, is pleased to announce their momentum in the acquisition of Modern Times. Given the surprising outcome of the auction, Maui Brewing Company was prudent …


Understanding Fermentation Temperature Control

By Kara Taylor, White Labs When I started homebrewing in college, I never really thought about controlling my fermentation temperature. For one, it was an extra step in the day-long brewing process, and two, it typically required an investment I didn’t own on my college budget.  Little did I know that controlling the temperature of …


San Antonio brewery wins 2 gold, 3 medals at 2022 U.S. Beer Open

The results for the 2022 U.S. Beer Open were posted on Monday, July 11, and a San Antonio brewery brought home some gold. Second Pitch Beer Company took gold in the Bitter category with Admiral … Read More


BrewBilt Brewing Company Launches with Synergies for BrewBilt Manufacturing

July 29, 2022 – Today BrewBilt Manufacturing Inc. (the “Company”) (OTCPINK: BBRW), announced the official launch of BrewBilt Brewing Company’s brand of craft beers and the synergy with the brewhouses … Read More


BrewBilt Brewing Company Update: We Have Launched

July 29, 2022 – Today BrewBilt Brewing Company (the “Company”) (OTCPINK: BRBL), announced the official launch of its brand of craft beers. CEO Jef Lewis stated, “We’re out in the world! Our first two … Read More


Maui Brewing acquires Modern Times

To the backup-bidder goes the spoils. Hawaii’s Maui Brewing acquires Modern Times.  The fate of Modern Times has been up in the air for months now. In February 2022, the brewery announced the closing of four of its 8 taprooms, citing financial fallout from the global pandemic. Then in March, Modern Times was placed in …


Hi-Wire Brewing Zirkusfest Oktoberfest Lager Returns

(ASHEVILLE, N.C.) — Latch up your lederhosen and don your dirndls, Hi-Wire Brewing’s Zirkusfest Oktoberfest Lager has returned bigger, brighter, and better than ever in six-packs of 16-ounce cans with a festive new yellow, blue, and white design. This annual fall seasonal release brought home the 2016 Gold Medal in the Great American Beer Festival’s …