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  • Friends wearing festive hats playing video games together on a couch in a Christmas-decorated living room during a holiday game night.

    How to Host a Holiday Game Night Without Taking Over the House

    Throughout Thanksgiving week and the Super Bowl, there are more trips to the house, as compared to any other time…

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  • A hand holding a glass of beer.

    Why Independent Breweries Are Becoming Part of Local Culture

    Independent breweries are gaining a seat at the local table, taking part in the local culture, and providing more than…

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  • A close-up view of a man drinking a tall glass of cold golden beer with froth, to impress effect. 

    Does Beer Expire? How Long Beer Lasts and What Happens When It Gets Old

    Beer’s one of those beverages that will stay without complaints in various refrigerators, pantries, and cabinets for months until it’s…

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  • Person holding a dark loaf pan filled with raw bread dough over a flour-dusted table, preparing to bake a fresh batch.

    Why the Hardest Part of Making the Next Batch May Be Removing the Last One

    Production run may seem complete until all the containers give the “Go” signal, even though the machine is still working.…

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  • Two women drinking bottled beverages inside a vehicle during a brewery road trip.

    Designated Driver Etiquette on a Brewery Road Trip

    Every brewery trip has one. The person who volunteered before anyone else spoke, the one who lost a coin toss…

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  • Melting ice cubes beside a glass of beer on a wet bar surface.

    The Ice Behind the Bar Is a Beer Problem Too

    As you enter a serious taproom, you’ll engage in a discussion about lines, temp, pressures, and glassware. The ice machine…

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  • Bicycle with a travel kit and other essentials hanging from it for a weekend beer road trip to a brewery. 

    To the Brewery on Two Wheels: What to Pack for a Weekend Beer Road Trip

    A brewery tour by motorcycle doesn’t really require much planning. It’s an interesting place, a fun journey, and enough time…

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  • Mobile beer truck serving customers with a fresh pint of beer outdoors.

    Why Mobile Beer Trucks Are Changing the Way Breweries Serve Customers

    Beer and socializing have always been linked. Local events, festivals, taprooms, and breweries provide the opportunity for people to explore…

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  • Hand holding a dimpled glass mug of dark craft beer on a wooden table, representing favorite beers in 'The Beer You Hunt And The Beer You Love Are Not The Same Beer'.

    The Beer You Hunt And The Beer You Love Are Not The Same Beer

    A few years ago I spent the better part of a month lining up a trade for a barrel-aged stout…

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  • Friends enjoying craft beer and casino entertainment at a lively gaming table. 

    Craft Beer, Casino Culture, and the Rise of Social Digital Entertainment

    It’s not just about the beer you sip from the glass; it’s about craft beer culture. It’s defined by a…

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  • Friends enjoying beer together while watching a football game, cheering and laughing in a lively social setting.

    A Better Beer Night Is Built Around the Evening, Not the Pint Count

    The most enjoyable night out usually has a shape. A first drink somewhere quiet, food before kickoff, one football match,…

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  • People enjoying drinks at an outdoor pub in Bratislava, highlighting the city’s hidden pubs and craft beer culture. 

    Bratislava’s Secret Pubs and Hidden Craft Breweries

    The most interesting beer experiences in Bratislava don’t usually give a warning with flashing lights or crowds of tour groups.…

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