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.


PROJECT X SERIES: Mother Earth Cognitive Aerobics

The halfway point of Mother Earth Brew Co.’s art-inspired “Project X” Series has arrived, in the form of Cognitive Aerobics. (That’s a beer.)  The can artwork, with a strong colorful 80’s vibe, was created by San Diego-based abstract artist, Michael Carini. His primary medium is acrylic, referring to his process as “Acrylic Alchemy.” Carini really goes …


Carvin’s Traditional Mead

If you do not have reverse osmosis water (RO), any potable dechlorinated water low in minerals is acceptable. Ferment at 62°F (17°C). Prior to pitching the yeast, oxygenate must for 30 seconds. Make sure you mix the must extremely well. Yeast Rehydration Yeast health is important, so Go-Ferm should be used to rehydrate the yeast. …


California Wild Ales Announces 2021 Comic-Con Commemorative Beers

(SAN DIEGO, CA) – California Wild Ales, San Diego’s Sour House, and the city’s only all-barrel-aged American sour brewery, announced… read post The post California Wild Ales… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Read More


Stable Craft Brewing At Hermitage Hill Announces 2021 January – March, 2021 Special Events

Celebrate Winter Bonfire Bash Series, Lumberjack Competition, Frying Pan Toss, Return of Husky Hamburger, Flapjacks & Flannel and Much More Highlight 2021 Winter Events Central Virginia’s Stable Craft Brewing at Hermitage Hill, an authentic working farm brewery and winery, is pleased to announce its 2021 January through March special event schedule. Saturday’s will come alive …


Crooked Hammock Brewery Drops Summer Beer Lineup

(North Myrtle Beach, S.C.) – There are few things better than spending a summer day in a hammock with a… read post The post Crooked Hammock Brewery Drops Summer Beer Lineup appeared first… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] Read More


The Landscapes of Lager — Utopian Brewing in Devon, England

In a massive agricultural shed in the middle of the soulful Devon countryside, Utopian Brewing makes Lager.  Today, head brewer Jeremy Swainson and his two assistants are brewing a Czech 10°, one of the brewery’s core beers. Overhead lights hanging from the ribbed and girdered roof throw off distorted white light that dances on the …


The CBC Beer Book Gift Guide

Happy Holidays, Beer Geek! Yes, you, your fun family member, significant other, and your friend who just got into beer….especially if they’re a bibliophile. If you’re not buying them beer (or a gift card!)- grab ‘em one of these books!   FOR SERIOUS BEER GEEKS   The Brewing Elements Series from the Brewer’s Association:   …


8 Homebrew & Culinary Recipes with Russian River Founders & Chef Adam Dulye

Follow along as Natalie & Vinnie Cilurzo of Russian River Brewing Co. are joined by Brewers Association Executive Chef Adam Dulye in a beer-inspired culinary adventure. Watch it here! The post 8 Homebrew & Culinary Recipes with Russian River Founders & Chef Adam Dulye appeared first on American Homebrewers Association. Read More


Creature Comforts River Ridge Red re-emerges from barrels this month

Creature Comforts River Ridge Red returns in late July. When you combine Virginia’s River Ridge Organics raspberries, Creature Comfort’s oak barrels and talent, and you have a wild ale made for summer. Creature chose some of their best barrels to blend onto the fresh raspberries, punching down the fruit into the barrels for a full …


Virginia Beer Co. Completes Brewery Expansion Projects Ahead of 5-Year Anniversary

When The Virginia Beer Company’s management team made the executive decision on 3/16/2020 to close their taproom and shift entirely to curbside to-go operations, there was no precedent for how to plan for the future of the business. But one focus remained clear: do everything possible to keep every member of the Virginia Beer Co. …