Sapporo and Kirin are the two most recognized Japanese beer brands in the US and abroad. Sapporo, alone, is the number one Asian beer, according to their website. Despite this, their sales represent only small slices of sales in the US (.03 percent and .02 percent, respectively). So we’d guess that most of those sales … Read more
Sapporo is the number selling Asian beer brand in the United States, and with breweries worldwide, Sapporo Reserve is becoming an international brewing force. Though most might only think about this Japanese rice lager when they are out for sushi, the brand offers quite a diverse line-up begging the question, which is better, Sapporo Reserve … Read more
The Corona beer brand produces four different beers in its portfolio. Additionally, Corona has added lines of seltzers and malt-based Refrescas to the fold. So let’s look at these beers and bevies to find your favorite. All Four Corona Beer Varieties Listed Corona beer is synonymous with beach parties and living the island life. Corona … Read more
Every beer fan recognizes a bottle of Corona. The beer brand’s signature blue script adorning its sleek, familiar bottle is synonymous with beach parties and BBQs. Over the years, the brand has developed various brand extensions to invite more beer lovers to “Find Their Beach.” In addition to their flagship, Corona Extra, you will find … Read more
While not as familiar (get it?) as Corona Extra in the United States, Corona Familar has long been recognized in Mexico by its 32-ounce brown bottle. The jug-style bottle not only is in stark contrast to the clear 12-ounce bottles of the rest of the Corona brand lineup, but represents a much fuller flavored Corona; … Read more
Every once in a blue moon, a beer is brewed that takes the world by storm. This is the story of a beer called Blue Moon, which has had just such an effect. Since its inception, Blue Moon has been an inspiration and lightning rod in the beer industry, but despite its romanticization, Blue Moon … Read more
I’m all for novelty beers as long as they taste good. The problem is, the novelty beers that are genuinely delectable are few and far between. The idea behind Shock Top Twisted Pretzel Wheat is a beer that’s supposed to taste like a soft pretzel. I’d say this beer does indeed smell like a pretzel, … Read more
Natural Ice: Appearance Standard fizzy yellow beer complexion. Perhaps a dark gold hue. Carbonation dies down quickly. Forms a small, bright white, soapy head which fizzles away quickly and leaves no lacing. Natural Ice: Smell Surprisingly mild for the type. Doesn’t have the generic “beer smell,” but the scent it does have is not exactly … Read more
I’m never afraid to declare that the emperor has no clothes in the world of beer. No brewery, style, or individual beer gets a free pass with me including the world’s oldest brewery – Weihenstephaner. Sure, they make one of the best hefeweizens on the planet, but can they make a lager? Weihenstephaner Original Premium … Read more
Finch’s Hardcore Chimera: Appearance Bright glowing orange hue over an extremely hazy body. Pours to a large, white, frothy head which retains and laces fairly well. Finch’s Hardcore Chimera: Smell Strong hop aroma of all major characters, especially citrus. Some alcohol is noticeable, as is the malt. Finch’s Hardcore Chimera: Taste If you’re going to … Read more
