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  • Beer Names, Wild Fermentation, and the Strangest Lager Yet

    Beer Names, Wild Fermentation, and the Strangest Lager Yet
    2026/05/18
    • Breweries are simplifying beer style names to attract casual drinkers while trying to avoid losing the identity and uniqueness that built craft beer culture.
    • Beer historian Rachel Benkowski explores the history and cultural importance of Belgian lambic, a spontaneously fermented beer deeply tied to place, patience, and tradition.
    • A new study compared health outcomes among beer, wine, and spirits drinkers, while Columbia Sportswear grabbed headlines with a bizarre “bear scat infused” promotional beer.
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    15 分
  • Smuggling Nun: Reviving Ireland's Bootleg Poitin Legacy

    Smuggling Nun: Reviving Ireland's Bootleg Poitin Legacy
    2026/05/12
    • Poitin, Ireland's ancient unaged barley spirit, was illegally bootlegged for 300+ years until 1997, predating whiskey and inspiring global moonshine culture.
    • Maura Clare learned a secretive 20th-century recipe with molasses and beet sugar from a retired bootlegger, blending whiskey warmth, tequila aroma, gin complexity, and rum sweetness at 45% ABV.
    • Named after her nun cousin who smuggled it in a holy water bottle, the Gothic-arch bottle ships to 40 states via smugglingnun.com, perfect for cocktails like Celtic sours or neat sips.
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    15 分
  • Why You Might Not Actually Hate IPAs

    Why You Might Not Actually Hate IPAs
    2026/05/04
    • Many IPA critics just haven’t found the right style—flavors vary widely and bad storage can ruin the experience.
    • Modern IPAs are more balanced and approachable than the overly bitter versions of the past.
    • Freshness, proper storage, and open-minded tasting can completely change your perception of the style.
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  • From Ales to IPAs: Exploring Beer Styles, History, and Tradition

    From Ales to IPAs: Exploring Beer Styles, History, and Tradition
    2026/04/24
    We break down the differences between ales and lagers, explore the
    evolution of hops from ancient brewing to modern IPAs, and dive into
    the tradition of British cask ale. We highlight how ingredients,
    techniques, and culture shape the diverse flavors and experiences
    found in beer.
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    15 分
  • From Alcohol Metabolism to Beverage Culture and Health Trends

    From Alcohol Metabolism to Beverage Culture and Health Trends
    2026/04/20
    Alcohol affects the body quickly, with impacts on brain and body functions within minutes and peak effects within an hour, depending on factors like metabolism, food intake, and drink strength. Beyond biology, beverages like wine have historically fostered social bonding and civilization. Modern beverage choices are also shaped by branding and health perceptions, while emerging research suggests coffee may contain compounds with potential benefits for managing conditions like type 2 diabetes.
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    15 分
  • Gluten-Free Beer: How It’s Made and Why It’s Booming

    Gluten-Free Beer: How It’s Made and Why It’s Booming
    2026/04/10
    • Gluten-free beer avoids barley and wheat, using alternative grains like millet, rice, and buckwheat, while gluten-reduced beers use enzymes to break down gluten but may not be safe for everyone.

    • Brewing gluten-free beer requires extra steps and precision, but modern techniques have greatly improved flavor, offering styles that rival traditional beers.

    • Once a niche product, gluten-free beer now appeals to a wider audience—from those with celiac disease to curious drinkers—making the beer world more inclusive.

    • Many classic cocktails we still enjoy today were born during Prohibition, when bartenders had to mask the harsh taste of bootleg liquor with creative ingredients.

    • Drinks like the Bee’s Knees, Southside, and French 75 combined citrus, sugar, and herbs to transform rough spirits into balanced, enjoyable cocktails.

    • These Prohibition-era creations remain popular today, celebrated not just for their flavor but for the ingenuity and rebellious spirit that brought them to life.

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  • THC-Infused Drinks: Boom Meets Regulation

    THC-Infused Drinks: Boom Meets Regulation
    2026/04/01
    Cornbread Hemp's CEO Eric Zipperle discusses the rapid rise of THC beverages as a wellness alternative to alcohol, highlighting their company's growth, key partnerships, and regulatory hurdles.
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    16 分
  • Straight Bourbon, Status Bottles, and Smart Storage

    Straight Bourbon, Status Bottles, and Smart Storage
    2026/03/31
    Definition of “straight bourbon”
    Which state produces the most straight bourbon
    How premium pricing and bottle design influence purchases
    Freshness window for different styles of beer
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    15 分