Jim Dykstra

Jim Dykstra

Jim joined The Beer Connoisseur® in 2014 as an Editorial Assistant, holding varying editorial roles since. In 2025, he returned to a Managing Editor role for The Beer Connoisseur Magazine. Exploring the world of beer became a gateway to exploring the world, and story research has led him to five of the seven continents. He sees beer as a tool to break down barriers between cultures, and within oneself. Jim graduated from Kennesaw State University in 2013, with a bachelor’s degree in Communications with a Journalism focus. When not behind the editor’s desk, Jim can be found drumming, biking, or hiking wherever the next story leads. Scroll down for a full list of Jim’s stories. Contact Jim: Email Us

AUTHOR’S CONTENT

  • Upcountry Beer Connoisseur

    Terrapin Co-Founder to Open UpCountry Brewing in Asheville

    Shortly after selling Terrapin Beer to MillerCoors, co-founder John Cochran has hopped back into the beer game, purchasing Asheville-based Altamont…

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  • Revolver Brewing Beer Connoisseur

    MillerCoors Acquires Texas-Based Revolver Brewing

    MillerCoors craft division Tenth and Blake Beer Company has reportedly acquired Granbury, Texas-based Revolver Brewing, making it the third craft…

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  • Maui Brewing Company Beer Connoisseur

    Maui Brewing to Open Second Oahu Facility

    Maui Brewing Company has announced that it will open a brewpub and restaurant in Kailua on Oahu, along with its…

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  • Thomas Creek Beer Connoisseur

    Thomas Creek Announces 2016 Pumpkin Ale Release

    Thomas Creek has announced the release of its 2016 Pumpkin Ale, designed to perfectly accentuate the sensory experience of an…

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  • Innis & Gunn Beer Connoisseur

    Innis & Gunn Serves Beer With Virtual Reality

    In the true spirit of sensory exploration, Innis & Gunn is employing virtual reality technology to enhance the tasting experience of its…

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