The Most Common Beer Store Questions, Answered

The Most Common Beer Store Questions, Answered

There are a lot of things you can figure out about a beer just by looking at the can. You can see the brewery. You can see the ABV. You can usually find the style somewhere. Maybe there’s a picture of an orange, a mountain, a shark, or a guy riding a horse...
Festbier vs. Märzen: What’s the Difference?

Festbier vs. Märzen: What’s the Difference?

Walk into a beer store in September and you’re going to see a lot of beers called Oktoberfest. Some will be deep amber. Others will be pale gold. Some will taste heavily of toasted bread and malt, while others will be clean, and make the haters say “that’s...
Beer Glass Shapes Explained: Why the Glass Matters

Beer Glass Shapes Explained: Why the Glass Matters

Why Beer Glass Shapes Actually Matter I knew some glasses were shaped for specific reasons, but I wasn’t exactly sure why. At first, I figured it had something to do with smell or maybe the ratio of beer to foam. That idea wasn’t completely off. However, the real...