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.
In Liquor We Trust — The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of America’s Original Whiskey Boomtown
The year is 1897. In a city next to the Illinois River, the streets are bustling with life. The newly built Flemish renaissance-style city hall draws the eyes of each passerby. A short walk north, a uniquely imposing mansion boasts a solarium and multiple balconies. The owner, Joseph Greenhut, is a local distillery owner and …
Home Is Where Your Zoigl Is
A decoction mash is classic, but a step infusion mash will also get you where you want to go. Start with a 10-minute protein rest at 137°F (58°C). Bump up the temperature, either by adding heat or boiling water, for a 40-minute beta amylase/maltose rest at 147°F (64°C). Raise the temperature for a 20-minute alpha …
Equilibrium Snow Pilsner
From Equilibrium Brewery: High elevation mountain peaks or a perfectly poured slow pilsner, we love all types of snow caps. Made with hops from a mountainous region often dusted with blankets of… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Read More
Mardi Gras Stout: Hi-Wire King Cake 10W-40 Imperial Stout
Hi-Wire King Cake 10W-40, a Mardi Gras-themed imperial stout returns as February winds down. 2022 seems to be flying by already. It’s Mardi Gras, Lent starts on Wednesday, and you can almost see summer from here. While Hi-Wire Brewing’s 10W-40 Imperial Stout evolves constantly throughout the year, a few favorites to make seasonal appearances – …
Russian sounding vodkas get dumped across America in Ukrainian solidarity
Americans are glued to their newsfeeds right now, as Russia continues to invade Ukraine. For most of us, there’s not much we can do, unless you own a bar and have “Russian” vodka sitting on the shelf. Your instinct is to pour down the drain in protest. Over the weekend bars did just that. Even …
What the Ale, Beer of the week: Skydance Brewing Co.’s Fancy Dance Hazy IPA
Jake Keyes, owner founder and brewmaster for Oklahoma City’s Skydance Brewing Company, has their best seller for What the Ale’s Beer of the Week. Fancy Dance, is their New England style IPA that … Read More
10 Beers Best Enjoyed at the Source
While the pandemic and its related challenges have lingered, there are some hopeful signs for beer enthusiasts and travelers in 2022. The Craft Brewers Conference is currently scheduled for an in-person event in Minneapolis in May, and the Great American Beer Festival is poised to celebrate its 40th anniversary October 6–8 in Denver. As states …
The Long and Hoppy Road to Firestone Walker Hopnosis IPA
Last week, Firestone Walker released a new beer called Hopnosis IPA. We received a press release and a few cans of the beer to try. Before I get into my thoughts on the new beer, it made me think… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and …
BA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Mini-Grant Program
The Brewers Association (BA)—the parent organization of the American Homebrewers Association—has supported diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts through the DEI Mini-Grants Program since 2019. The program provides funding for events, media production projects, and educational and training initiatives that work to create a more inclusive and diverse craft beer community for brewers, industry partners, …
Keeping Neurodiversity in Mind — How Two Groundbreaking Breweries are Making Beer Spaces More Accessible
Every time I walk into a public bathroom with my autistic, preschool-aged son, I instinctively do a visual sweep. Are there paper towel dispensers, or do they have air dryers? Does the toilet flush automatically or manually? Is there anyone in a stall who might flush unexpectedly, which may trigger him to have an unpleasant …