Beer EducationBeer InfoHomebrewing How to Brew Beer With SpruceSpruce may not be the most conventional ingredient to brew with, but it has a long history of being used in beer. Click here to learn how to use spruce in your recipes, plus see Ben Franklin's personal recipe.
HomebrewingHop Profiles Green Bullet Hops: The Workhorse Variety From New ZealandGreen Bullet hops are a popular bittering variety from New Zealand. Click here to learn more about its history, and how you can use it in your brewing recipes.
HomebrewingHop ProfilesHow To Brew (And Other Tips) Liberty Hops: The American Impersonation of Hallertauer MittelfrühA delicate variety known for its floral aroma, Liberty hops are one of the few noble varieties grown in the United States. Click here to learn more about its history and how to brew with it.
HomebrewingHop ProfilesHow To Brew (And Other Tips) Nugget Hops: The Early ‘Super-Alpha’ Bittering VarietyOne of the first "super-alpha" varieties produced in America, Nugget hops are a popular bittering variety. Click here to learn how to brew beer with Nugget hops.
HomebrewingHop Profiles Saphir Hops: The Gem of German Noble HopsKnown for its spicy noble aroma, Saphir hops are a popular variety coming from Germany. Click here to read the full hop profile.
Beer Reviews REVIEW: Shiner Holiday Cheer from Spoetzl BreweryShiner Holiday Cheer is an old-world beer brewed with Texas peaches and pecans. It's not your typical Christmas beer. It's your new holiday tradition.
Beer Reviews REVIEW: Hazelutely Choctabulous from Rogue Ales & SpiritsHazelutely Choctabulous from Rogue Ales & Spirits is called a "candy bar in a bottle," but does it live up to that hype? Here's our review.
HomebrewingHop Profiles Crystal Hops: The American Answer to NobilityA popular variety in the world of beer, crystal hops were bred to be a locally-grown substitute for German noble hops. Read its full profile.
HomebrewingHop Profiles Ahtanum Hops: The Humble Hop Variety From Yakima ValleyA citrusy aroma hop with a curious history, Ahtanum hops are surging in popularity among brewers. Learn how to use this hop variety in your beer.
Beer EducationBeer Styles Baltic Porter: The ‘Robust’ Beer of the 18th Century Working ManThe Baltic Porter style, formally known as "Robust" porter, has an intriguing background. Learn more about its history and how to brew your own.
Beer Reviews REVIEW: Xocoveza from Stone BrewingInspired by Mexican hot chocolate, Xocoveza from Stone Brewing is a smooth and delicious milk stout that you need to try this winter.
HomebrewingHop Profiles Pacific Jade Hops: The Citrusy Dual-Purpose Hop from New ZealandA dual-purpose variety with citrusy notes, Pacific Jade hops are a popular variety grown in New Zealand. Learn how to use this hop in your beer.