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 Still Point of the Turning World: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
If you want to know who Averie Swanson is, read her beer labels. “I Am Because We Are.” “The Grace of Maybe.” “At the Still Point of the Turning World.” They point toward a philosophy that has guided her through nearly a decade in mixed-culture fermentation. Her newest venture, Keeping Together, isn’t just her brewery’s …
Our 30th annual ode to the people, places and businesses that make life in the Beehive State great.
At the center of the operation is Proper Brewing Co., providing the base that all of the others feed upon. Add in Avenues Proper, a gastro brewpub; Proper Burger; the Stratford Proper Restaurant; … Read More
12 of the Most Popular Styles of IPA, Explained
The IPA beer category is extraordinarily diverse. Learn the differences between New England IPAs, West Coast IPAs, Sour IPAs … Read More
Lidl launches winter warming range of exclusive Scottish craft ales – starting at just £1.29
New England IPA 330ml 4% £1.29 St Andrews Brewing Yippie IPA American IPA 330ml 6% £1.49 Stewart Brewing Forbidden Fruit Pale Ale 440ml 4.6% £1.79 Stewart Brewing NEIPA New England IPA 440ml 5 … Read More
Schlafly Beer Announces The Stout Bout Winter Sampler Pack
(ST. LOUIS, MO)—Schlafly Beer, the original, independent craft brewery in St. Louis, announces today the return of its winter sampler pack, Stout Bout, which features four fan-favorite… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Read More
Beet Kvass
Trim beets of tops and roots, but don’t peel. Scrub thoroughly and dice into 1″ (2.5 cm) cubes. Place beets in sanitized 1 qt. (1 L) Mason-style jar along with garlic and ginger, if using; sprinkle beets with sea salt, then pour filtered water over beets. Top off with 2 Tbsp. active starter liquid, if …
Learn to Homebrew Day 2021: November 6th
Our annual Learn to Homebrew Day celebration is on November 6, 2021. Join us! This year, Learn to Homebrew Day is brought to you by BSG HandCraft. Special Offer Oct. 4 – Nov. 4: Take $5 off 1-Year and 3-Year print or digital memberships with code Learn2Brew21. The post Learn to Homebrew Day 2021: November 6th appeared …
Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA returns in cans this month
It’s always nice to see a venerable beer like Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA still able to stir up some excitement. The brewery posted a picture of Celebration cans ready waiting to be filled, and fans re-professed their love for this seasonal beer all over again. Celebration IPA is an absolute seasonal classic, akin to Bell’s …
Orpheus releases Do or Die Oatmeal Cream Stout year-round
Orpheus Brewing Do or Die Oatmeal Cream Stout debuts at the Atlanta-based brewery this week. Coming down from the brewery’s “Year 7” anniversary that featured nearly a dozen imperial stouts, is an Orpheus beer a little smoother and far less boozy. The brewing team was inspired by a simple English milk stout, heavy on oats, …
Root Beer: The Quintessential American Soda
By Susan Verberg It’s well known that root beer is a sweet, alcohol-free soda, but did you know its “roots” are unique to America? I decided to explore what exactly makes root beer a root beer and if there are actually any “roots” in there at all! The Origins of Root Beer Indigenous peoples in …