Evan Rail is a widely published author and journalist whose work bridges the worlds of beer, food, and literature. Born and raised in Central California, he studied at UC Davis and earned his MA at NYU in Paris. Now based in Prague, Evan contributes regularly to top-tier publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Food & Wine, and VinePair, where he writes a monthly column exploring the global beer landscape.
Evan is the author of Why Beer Matters, an Amazon Top 100 Bestseller, and The Brewery in the Bohemian Forest, an award-winning memoir that blends travel writing, personal narrative, and craft beer insight. His literary work, including poetry and translations, has appeared in The New Republic, Zyzzyva, Poetry Review, and The Times Literary Supplement, affirming his reputation as a thoughtful and versatile voice in both journalism and the arts.
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The Czech Republic: Searching for the Heart of Bohemian Beer
Normally, I’d say don’t come to Prague. At least don’t come to the capital of…
The Czech Republic: The Search for Bohemian Beer
Don’t come to the capital of the Czech Republic to find a Bohemian beer paradise;…
