If you’ve been around the craft beer scene long enough, chances are you’ve heard someone use the phrase “session beer.” What exactly does this curious term mean? Today we take a quick look at the term and explain its meaning. A “session beer” is a beer low in alcohol which can be consumed in large … Read more
About Lager Lager is one of the two primary families of grain-based beverages which make up “beer”, with the other family being ale. While there are differing views on terminology within the beer world, it is pretty much universally accepted that all of the world’s beer styles fit into one of these two families. Within … Read more
The object of Beer Die is simple: bounce a die into your opponents beer, score 7 points before them, and make them drunk. There are some additional rules that must be obeyed, however. Beer Die Rules 1. You must throw the die above eye level. 2. The die must be tossed underhanded at all times. … Read more
What You Need: 3+ Feet of Clear Rubber Tube (That will fit snug onto the funnel)1 Good Size Funnel1 ValveKnife that will cut tube What To Do: This one is pretty common sense. If you’re here, you probably have already seen what a beer bong looks like. So here’s the easiest way to make a beer … Read more
What happens when your favorite brew doesn’t come with a twist-off cap and you’ve turned the kitchen upside down and still can’t find the bottle opener?! Think twice and then think one more time before you even try to use your teeth. Have you seen the price of dental visits these days? Instead, I’ve compiled … Read more
Here’s my tops tips to help you master the art of how to shotgun a beer fast! Don’t bash this drinking technique till you try it! How to Shotgun a Beer Fast: Two Techniques That Will Change Your Party Life I have two different techniques to help you learn how to shotgun a beer fast … Read more
Sour beers, also labeled “wild,” are made by intentionally inoculating the wort (sugary liquid that turns into beer) with wild yeast strains. These beers can be anywhere from slightly tart to massively sour. Any beer can be made “sour” and there are various ways to accomplish the task. One way, often utilized by Belgian brewers … Read more
While there are many varieties of so-called ‘dark beer’ such as schwarzbier, Scotch ale, dark American lager etcetera, the broad categories of stout and porter are probably the most well known. As you go up the style chain, beers generally increase in flavor, body, and intensity (though there are some exceptions). If you think about … Read more
Making homemade beer is relatively easy. It is simply a case of following the instructions on the can. But making really great tasting beer is a different matter. I always think the beer you get out of the basic kits has that homebrew taste. They can be quite sharp and lack a bit of body. … Read more
Craft beers have become highly fashionable in the last decade and have gone from being a niche, hipstery interest into a mainstream phenomenon. Your town probably has several bars showcasing local ales, creamy stouts, and trendy craft beers. These kinds of beverages may not be cheap, but they are certainly enjoyable and are highly fashionable. … Read more