Michael Chambers 
In the beer world, there’s something for everyone. Some people like their beers strong, and others enjoy light beers. Others go for full-bodied beers for their creamy textures. Others just want something refreshing to wind down a hot day. Some people like hoppy beers, and some want something a little sweet and friendly to the … Read more
The Gose is somewhat of a historical beer style. Did you know that it has been brewed since the 10th century? Yes, the Gose beer style drew its name from the river Gose, which flows in East Germany in one of the country’s oldest mining towns, Goslar. Fun fact: apart from silver, Goslar had large … Read more
Brewing is a process of precision. You need to measure out your ingredients and run certain processes under precise temperatures. Boiling, for example, requires you to crank up the heat. The next process (fermentation) needs you to cool the wort to 68°F. Letting the wort cool naturally is one way to do it, but it … Read more
France is known for many things; its exquisite fashion, its delicious cuisine, timeless wines, and its exceptional performance in the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups. France gave us Champagne and Cognac, which are superior beverages in their own right. But how does France measure up in terms of the beers they brew? Join us … Read more
Do you love good craft beer? Do you enjoy laughing with friends around an outdoor fire pit under crisp California stars, sharing stories after long days filled with sunlight, and worry-less conversations into cozy late nights? Well, have I got news for you! Try all of this alongside a refreshing glass (or growler!) of Santa … Read more
What is Krausen? Well, you might know it by another name: fermentation foam! When making beer, you may have noticed a gang of bubbles congregating on top of your beer during fermentation. This frothy formation is what we call Krausen, and it’s formed during fermentation. So, Krausen is the foam that forms during fermentation. Big … Read more
Most of us know Ukraine for its resilient effort in resisting the Russian invasion. But is that a fair reputation to have, fighting a war you never asked for? Today, we are changing the narrative the only way we know how; beer. We’ll be looking at the Ukrainian beer scene and asking the question, “What … Read more
Everybody loves lagers. You know, lagers, that sweet, golden nectar that trickles down the beer taps at your favorite craft brewery. But not everyone is familiar with wheat beer, or we just don’t talk enough about it. Well, we need to change that. But we’re doing it differently; by comparing wheat beers to lagers. Both … Read more
You know Korea for its consumer electronics and its cheap and reliable cars. But is this everything that Korea has to offer? What about their beers? Which brands are Korea’s most popular beers? Well, let’s find out. But before we get into it, here’s something to keep in mind. While we use the words “Korea” … Read more
It’s the plum season, and there are plums everywhere. Maybe you’ve got a ton of plums in your pantry, and you don’t know what to do with them. You could make some plum jam or whip up a plum crumble cake. Or you could make plum wine. Yes, plum wines are a thing. And lucky … Read more