by Jamie - Editor | Dec 13, 2021 | Beer + Brewing
Smoked Beer by Steve Lonsway Before kiln drying became commonplace in the 18th century, brewers had to find other methods to dry their brewers malt. Some used the power of the sun and others used wood fires. When using wood fires, the grains captured the smoke flavor,...
by Jamie - Editor | Nov 9, 2021 | Beer + Brewing
Beer and Music by Steve Lonsway For centuries, music has been an inspirational component to the works of artists worldwide. And when beer, artists, and musicians collaborate, beautiful things can happen. Most people know that beers can pair with foods, but do you know...
by Jamie - Editor | Sep 10, 2021 | Beer + Brewing
Free House Versus Tied House by Steve Lonsway England has always had a very special place in my heart. While I attended a study abroad program there in 1992, I was enamored with the pub scene and how it was such an institution to their communities. The warm, welcoming...
by Jamie - Editor | Aug 11, 2021 | Beer + Brewing
My Personal Favorites by Steve Lonsway This article is inspired by a rediscovered list of my top 10 beers of all time that I created years ago. But narrowing down your favorite beers is almost as daunting as narrowing down your favorite songs. For me it is easy to...
by Jamie - Editor | Dec 10, 2020 | Beer + Brewing
Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice by Steve Lonsway In 1516, Germany passed Reinheitsgebot, also known as the German Purity Law. This law was put in place to limit the ingredients allowed in beer to just water, malt, and hops. At that time in history, yeast had yet...
