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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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  • Official Review (Issue 36)

    Judging Process Our reviews are conducted in a single-blind tasting format. This method provides the best opportunity to rely on…

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  • The Difference Between Sour and Wild Ale

    The Difference Between Sour and Wild Ale

    Sour and Wild Ales have become increasingly popular, both within The Beer Connoisseur community and without. While they have substantial…

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  • In Defense of Light Lagers

    In Defense of Light Lagers

    The light lager bears a powerful stigma as the stylistic face of all that is considered unholy by craft beer…

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  • New England-Style Burgers and Beer

    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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