High on Hops: The Black Sheep Pub, Costa Rica’s Mountaintop Craft Beer Bar
Located in the mountains outside Nosara, Costa Rica, The Black Sheep Pub features craft beer in an authentic European atmosphere.
Think While You Drink with “Distilled Knowledge”
“ Distilled Knowledge : The Science Behind Drinking’s Greatest Myths, Legends, and Unanswered Questions” is a book of answers for all your alcohol questions
3 New Year’s Resolutions for Beer Lovers in 2019
As you reflect on your favorite beers of 2018, you may also be looking for ways to evolve your beer experience in 2019. Whether you are a brew newbie (a brewbie?) or a seasoned disciple of the almighty craft beer, here are three tips for a successful new year of enjoying what you drink.
Dogfish Head Brewery Revives the Peruvian Beer Style Chicha
What makes Dogfish HeadBrewery's chicha recipe special—- and less explored than other Old World beer styles — is its signature ingredient: human saliva.
Unibroue Brewery Turns 25 Years Old, Bakes Us a Cake Instead
Gâteau Forêt-Noire from Unibroue is a sweet, rich “Black Forest Cake Ale” brewed to honor the Canadian brewery's 25th anniversary. Here's how to get your hands on it.
Anderson Valley Brewing’s Year of Gose Beer
June is peak Gose time at Anderson Valley Brewing Company as several labels like Briney Melon Gose and G&T Gose are now available for purchase
Time to Head to the Tar Heel State, Because April is North Carolina Beer Month
There are over 250 breweries within North Carolina's borders, so you’ll need the whole month to experience the breadth and depth of the state's beer scene.
Patagonia Puts Down Roots in the Beer World
Long Root Ale is a team up between Patagonia and Hopworks Urban Brewery to create a beer made with Kernza.
Modern Times Beer Sells Out: To Its Employees
Bucking craft beer’s corporate buy-out trend, Modern Times Beer becomes a 30% employee owned company with the goal of total employee ownership.
The Bitter Truth About Sour Beer
Learn about how yeast and bacteria like lactobacillus, brettanomyces, and pediococcus influence your favorite sour beers.
If You Like Hops, You’ll Love Schlafly Double IPA
Schlafly Double IPA is a part of the St. Louis brewery's Hop Allocation Series. A new IPA is being released every six weeks throughout 2017.
High on Hops: 3 Floyds Wins Halloween
3 Floyds brings the scary and the tasty with our Halloween beer suggestions culled from the innovative Indiana brewery's reserves.
Tap into Maple Syrup Season with Angry Orchard Tapped Maple
Angry Orchard cider makers are literally “tapping” into the flavors of the season with the release of two new ciders, Tapped Maple and Spiced Apple.
Take a Peep at the Craft Brew Races’ 2018 Schedule of Cities
Craft Brew Races is a nationwide running series that combines a spirited 5K route with a full-on craft beer festival. Here is the 2018 schedule of cities.
High on Hops: Next Level Gear for Homebrewers
Wondering what you should buy after your 5 gallon homebrewing starter kit? We've picked three homebrewing gear must-haves.
Step Outside Asheville and Trek the Jackson County Ale Trail
An hour’s drive outside of Asheville you can find Jackson County, an area of quaint small towns that embody that same free spirit and quirky style that made Asheville famous. Also like Asheville, Jackson County is growing its own scene of local breweries.
Chill Out with a Cold Brew at these Winter Beer Festivals
The Manual's 2017-2018 guide to winter beer festivals includes boozy events in Phoenix, Denver, Breckenridge, and Boston.
Guinness Debuts Antwerpen Stout and Rye Pale Ale
The venerable Irish brewery Guinness has released two exciting new beers in the United States, Antwerpen Stout and Rye Pale Ale.
Sierra Nevada’s Beer Camp Goes International
The 2017 edition of the Sierra Nevada Beer Camp collaboration beer series hits shelves in June accompanied by a nationwide beer festival.
Kickstart Your Craving for Craft Beer
From bottle coolers to brewing your own beer, these are our favorite Kickstarter beer projects for July 2016.
High on Hops: Give Dad Fresh Draft Beer
Give dad the gift of fresh beer on tap with a kegerator. Our high-end picks will make any dad proud.
‘Brewing Eclectic IPA’ is a New Book For Hophead Homebrewers
Homebrewers can be intimidated by such a diverse landscape of hop-forward beers. That’s where the new book 'Brewing Eclectic IPA: Pushing the Boundaries of India Pale Ale' comes in. Author Dick Cantwell introduces the big, beautiful world of India pale ales with recipes, history, and scientific facts.
Creature Comforts Brewing Co. is the Rising Star of Athens, Georgia
Creature Comforts Brewing Co. in Athens, Georgia is making a big name with its signature beer, Tropicália IPA, along with standouts Athena and Bibo.
High on Hops: Trek Travels’ Vermont Brewery Edition Bike Tour
Trek Travels' Vermont Brewery Edition Bike Tour combines the handcrafted beers of Vermont with Trek cycling's innovation and performance.
Brew Guru Brings Beer to Your Smartphone
The new Brew Guru app from the American Homebrewers Association aims to save members money on beer and homebrewing supplies and promote its network.
High on Hops: Flat12 Bierwerks Rebrands
Indianapolis brewery Flat12 has rebranded to mark its 5-year anniversary.
Winning the Cold (One) War
North Carolina’s Unknown Brewing Co. strikes back at Russia with Dirty Commie Heathen, a Russian Imperial Stout with cherries aged in bourbon barrels.
High on Hops: Pie Beer Season
Ah, pie beer. Give thanks this holiday for beer that tastes like grandma's home made pie.
Glenfiddich Gets Experimental with India Pale Ale Cask Finish
By finishing a single malt Scotch whisky in IPA craft beer casks, Glenfiddich creates new flavors combinations in this Glenfiddich IPA Cask finished whisky.
Sixpoint Brewery Retools Its Craft Beer Lineup for 2017
Sixpoint, a New York brewery, has revised its most popular craft beer recipes and created new beers to share with fans for 2017.
The Lights Out and Aeronaut Collaborate on T.R.I.P.
Boston based psychedelic progressive rockers The Lights Out release their new album via beer can with Aeronaut Brewing Co.
An Introduction to the Brett IPA and 3 Beers to Try Right Now
Adding Brett to an IPA seems counterintuitive and for good reason. Even experienced brewers find Brett to be an elusive agent that can cause unexpected consequences. And for a style lauded for its fresh flavors, is “horse blanket” really something you want to throw into the mix?
Disney World Drinking: Where to Find Alcohol in the Magic Kingdom
“The Happiest Place on Earth" is a little happier with a cold beer. Find out where to grab an ale at the Magic Kingdom.
High on Hops: Founders Pick 6
Our list of six must-try beers from Founders Brewing Co. in Grand Rapids, MI. From stouts to IPAs, these craft brews are delicious.
High on Hops: Service Brewing Co.
Celebrate the 4th of July (or any day) with beer from veteran-owned Service Brewing Co in Savannah GA.
Jägermeister Crashes Into the Beer World with Arrogant Consortia Team-Up
Stalwart spirits brand Jägermeister has team up with Arrogant Consortia, a spin-off of Stone Brewing, to create Jägermeister Arrogant Bastard Ale, which brings together the best of both brands in one flavor-packed beer.
The Best Craft Beer Books to Have on Your Shelf
While all of this information can be found with a few well-worded internet searches, there’s something to be said about buying a good old fashioned book to guide the way. These are our top five books for would-be craft beer aficionados.
5 of the Craziest Collaboration Beers with Bands
A band's reputation for partying becomes s vital part of its mythos. And, if you're really good at partying, apparently you can have your own brand of beer.
The 5 Best Craft Beer Collaborations to Drink Now
Some professional brewers take the sharing concept even farther, reaching beyond their own breweries to partner with other pros. With this simple act, competitors can become collaborators. These are the best craft beer collaborations to drink now.
5 Beer Fests Worth Traveling for in 2019
One of the best ways to sample a large number of beers at once is to head to a beer festival. You may have plenty of local options, but these are the best beer fests worth traveling for in 2019.
NCAA Championship of Beers: The Best Brews to Represent University of Alabama and Clemson University
On January 7, the University of Alabama football team will take on Clemson University for the NCAA Championship. In the spirit of competition, these are the best beers and breweries from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Upstate South Carolina.
Let’s Agree to Disagree on the 5 Best Craft Beer Releases of 2018
Any “best of” list is destined to court controversy. Fans of craft beer are passionate folks with unique palates — so let’s all agree that we’ll never agree on the best craft beer releases of 2018.
Why Sour Beers Are the New Gateway Drink into the Craft Brewing World
From Oud Bruin to goses and every tart taste in between, sour beers are luring new craft beer drinkers to the scene. Here are the best sour beers to try right now.
Your Guide to a Craft Beer Road Trip Around Vermont
The Vermont craft beer scene may be the best in the United States. From Hill Farmstead to The Alchemist, find out where to get the freshest New England IPAs.
New Holland Brewing’s Dragon’s Milk Stout Gets a Delicious Makeover
A roasty, pitch black stout with a smooth, full mouthfeel, Dragon’s Milk features flavors of vanilla, whiskey, and chocolate. The beer received a new graphic design and Reserve variant called Banana Coconut.
Give Thanks for the Best Sweet Potato Beers
A harvest season staple that is versatile enough to be used everything from side dishes to desserts, the sweet potato also makes a fine adjunct for adventurous brewers. While pumpkin beers get all the headlines, these sweet potato beers are quickly accumulating fans during the cooler months of fall.
Move Over Candy Corn: Beer Candy Makes for a Hoppy Halloween
Love beer? Love candy? Meet beer candy! And don’t worry, there’s no alcohol in these, so no need to check IDs at your front door this Halloween.
21st Amendment is Bringing ‘Tasty’ IPA Back
Nearly every home brewer dreams of one day sharing their beer with the masses. But if you’re good enough, maybe the brewery will come to you. That’s how 21st Amendment made Tasty IPA.