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  • What is a Vertical Tasting? Photo Courtesy Perrin Brewing Co.

    What is a Vertical Tasting?

    Beer is often best enjoyed in the company of others, and few events offer a chance to bring people together…

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  • 9 Most Influential Hops of All Time

    The 9 Most Influential Hops of All Time

    Hops form a vital role in today’s diverse brewing industry, and hop varieties possess distinct personalities that range from floral…

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  • Summer 2018

    Summer 2018, Issue 37 Has Arrived!

    Summertime means summer beer and another thrilling, brew-filled issue of The Beer Connoisseur, which we are proud to present to you. As those…

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  • How to Trade Beer Online

    How to Trade Beer Online

    In the world of craft beer, there is a thriving subculture that continues to grow beneath the surface, impacting the…

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  • New Belgium Brewing Co.'s two locations in Colorado and North Carolina have water supplies with different profiles. Pictured: The brewery's Asheville Liquid Center in North Carolina.

    Where on Earth is the Best Water for Brewing?

    Hops and yeast are the two ingredients that often get the most attention in craft beer culture today, but water…

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  • Are There Too Many Craft Breweries?

    Are There Too Many Craft Breweries?

    If someone asked you “are there too many craft breweries in America,” what would you say? Do you agree/disagree/don’t know? I would probably…

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  • What Determines the Color of Beer?

    What Determines the Color of Beer?

    Did you know all beer is red? We don’t perceive all beer as red, of course, but deep down in…

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  • May/June 2018, Issue 36 Has Arrived!

    As temperatures finally begin to creep upwards, it is once again time for another May/June issue of The Beer Connoisseur! Moving…

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  • Bearded Iris Brewing Head Brewer Brandon Tarr

    Brewer Q & A (Issue 36)

    We saddled up with the masterminds behind the highest rated brews and asked them about the inspiration behind the recipes.…

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  • Industry News (Issue 36)

    There is always something newsworthy taking place in the beer industry. That’s why we dedicate Monday of each week to…

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