Beer Education

  • Two cans of alcohol-free beer on a wooden table, with a hand grabbing one of them

    Non-Alcoholic vs. Alcohol-Free Beer: What’s the Difference?

    The world of beer is getting a makeover. Shelf space once dominated by lagers and IPAs is now shared with…

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    Keeping it Cloistered: The Overlooked Tradition of German Monastic Breweries

    Long before hype breweries with names riffing on popular intellectual property existed, one of the easiest ways to make a…

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  • beer yeast helping advance cancer research

    How Hibernating Yeast is Advancing Cancer Research

    Beer yeast microbes have a surprising survival strategy up their sleeve to deal with food shortages: they hibernate. As bears…

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  • Guinness pints atop a bar

    Does the Taste of Guinness Really Vary By Bar? I Went to Ireland to Find Out

    Is Guinness really better in Dublin? One pint-chasing writer hits Ireland’s most iconic pubs to find out if the perfect…

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    A Game-Changer for Brewers: Ensuring Perfect Brews with UV-Vis Spectrophotometry

    From the hues in your glass to the flavors on your tongue, UV-Vis spectrophotometry is the brewmaster’s secret weapon—ensuring color,…

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  • the hymn to ninkasi clay tablet

    Actually, the “Hymn to Ninkasi” Is Not a Beer Recipe

    The Hymn to Ninkasi has long been hailed as the world’s oldest beer recipe—but modern scholars say we may have…

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  • a man ponders life's most complex question: is beer healthy or unhealthy?

    Here’s to Beer: New Questions About Drinking and Health

    As new health reports question alcohol’s impact, craft beer lovers are reexamining their drinking habits. Is moderate consumption still beneficial,…

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  • A glass of Rodenbach Fruitage by Brouwerij Rodenbach

    Barrel-Aged Sour Beer: Discovering Wild Fermentation

    Barrel-aged sour beers combine wild fermentation, oak maturation, and extended aging to develop complex and refined flavors. These beers are…

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  • All About Modelo Beer: The Top-Selling US Beer Brand

    All About Modelo Beer: The Top-Selling US Beer Brand

    Discover the rich history and diverse flavors of Modelo beer, from its origins in Mexico to its popularity worldwide. Learn…

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  • Doppelbock: A Flavorful and Malty Authentic German Brew

    Doppelbock: A Flavorful and Malty Authentic German Brew

    Discover the rich history and distinctive taste of Doppelbock, a traditional German beer dating back to the 17th century. From…

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