Carla Lauter 
Modelo Oro is the Mexican brewer’s light beer. “Oro” is Spanish for “gold” and this is a golden colored light lager. But how kind is Modelo Oro on your waistline? And is this beer – which its maker says is the gold standard of premium light beers – a drinkable beer? In this article we … Read more
This round, we’re comparing a pair of Corona Extra and Corona Light. Which of these pale lagers is better? Beer drinkers love to debate the merits of the beers they drink, but deciding a beer’s technical merits is different from its popular appeal. Nothing exemplifies this more than comparing a beer with its light beer … Read more
Corona Light is the low calorie variant of the famous Corona Extra Mexican lager. This light lager comes in a similar clear bottle and is also brewed exclusively in Mexico. So, how does Corona Light taste and how many calories does it have? The short answer is Corona Light is a decent light beer. Corona … Read more
Corona Premier is Corona’s premium light beer. It’s actually a really good beer with more taste than a lot of competing light lagers. But how many calories does it have? And is it kind to your waistline? The short answer is that Corona Premier has 90 calories per 12 fl oz bottle or can. In … Read more
For years, people have been debating whether or not beer contains gluten. Some say that it does and some say that it doesn’t. So, what’s the truth? Is there gluten in beer? Let’s take a closer look. What is Gluten? Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. It’s what gives … Read more
Whether you’re a casual beer drinker or a connoisseur, there’s always room for improvement when it comes to making your beer taste better. After all, who doesn’t want to enjoy a cold one that’s even more delicious than usual? Follow these five tips and you’ll be well on your way to beer nirvana. By following … Read more
One of the most common questions I get asked as a beer expert is “Does beer raise blood pressure?” It’s a valid question, and one that I’m happy to answer. But before we get into that, let’s first understand what blood pressure is and how it works. Your blood pressure is the force of your … Read more
Whenever I’m out enjoying a nice cold beer on a hot day, I can’t help but wonder: does beer really dehydrate you? It’s a common belief that alcohol is a diuretic, meaning it causes your body to lose more fluids than it takes in. But is this true for beer specifically? Let’s take a closer … Read more
If you’ve ever been to a bar, you’ve probably seen draft beer on the menu. But what is draft beer, exactly? Is it just a fancier way of saying “beer”? Not quite. Here’s everything you need to know about draft beer, from how it’s made to how it tastes. What is Draft Beer? Draft beer … Read more
We’ve all been there before. You have a big night out planned, but you know you have to sober up first. Or maybe you have an important meeting in the morning and you want to make sure the beer from last night is completely out of your system. So, how long does beer stay in … Read more
