Seth Levy, Author at The Beer Connoisseur®

Seth Levy

Seth Levy (he/him) is a Portland, Maine-based writer with a focus on craft beer, spirits, local food, and outdoor gear. His passion for craft beer began with a 6^th grade-science project exploring fermentation. The results of the experiment mysteriously disappeared with the science fair judges and a good grade was forthcoming. His brewing and tasting skills have sharpened in the years since, but his enthusiasm for trying new flavors and his sheer amazement of the wonder of fermentation have remained constant.

Raised in Brunswick, Maine, he brings a deep appreciation for the region’s natural beauty and culinary culture to his work. His writing reflects a lifelong passion for the outdoors and the flavors that define coastal New England. In addition to his editorial work, Seth is a dedicated conservation advocate with years of experience in nonprofit leadership, partnership development, and environmental policy. When he’s not writing or volunteering, you’ll find him hiking, cycling, or sampling the latest local brews with his partner Meghan.

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Have We Reached Peak Beer? Why Japanese Lagers Brought Me Back to “Less”

Craft beer, in general, has always been about “more.” Hazier. Hoppier. Higher ABV. Darker. Sweeter. From IPA to DIPA to…
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The Rise of Functional Beers

As a beer connoisseur, I wonder why I drink. Often, it’s for the flavor. Sometimes, it’s for the buzz. Not…
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Understanding Whiskey in Barrel-Aged Beer

For many drinkers, the closest whiskey gets to beer is in a shot glass next to a pint. Whiskey and…
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What is Kombucha?

What Is Kombucha, How Is Kombucha Made, Where Did Kombucha Come From& Is KombuchaAlcoholic?
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The Difference Between Saison and Farmhouse Ale

Interpersonal categorizations can imprison and divide, but beer categories incite exploration and fully engage connoisseurs in facets beyond flavor. Farmhouse…
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New England-Style Burgers and Beer

This article is a guided tour of the delicious hamburgers and stellar craft beers of New England, featuring pairings that…
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A Slab of Sicilian In Maine

Simon and Garfunkel, wine and cheese – of all the great pairings in the history of the universe, none are…
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Running Away to the Beer Circus

This summer, craft brew giant Sierra Nevada took its vision of craft brew on tour through America, stopping at seven…
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