The 11 Best Holiday Stocking Stuffers for Mixologists

Because not everyone loves craft beer.
Need to get something for you bartending friend, or a wannabe mixologist? Here are 12 inexpensive gifts for the liquor lover in your life. ...
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The Best Glassware for Craft Beer

Great beer deserves great glass.
Great beer deserves real glassware, so throw out your old pint glasses. Here are our favorite glasses for everything from a stout to an IPA. ...
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The 10 Best Holiday Stocking Stuffers for Beer Nerds

The best gift ideas for the beer nerd in your life.
The holidays are coming! Make sure you’re prepared with the best holiday gift ideas for the beer nerds and lovers in your life. ...
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Caña Magazine Weaves Together Beer and Art

A beautiful print magazine we can't wait to read.
James Davidson is crowdfunding for a new magazine that meets at the intersection of art and beer. We asked him why it’s worth going into ...
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‘The Little Book of Craft Beer’ is Great for Newbies and Experts Alike

Whether you’re stocked up on the best new DIPAs, or you’re not even sure what a lager is, this book is right for you.
‘The Little Book of Craft Beer: A Guide to Over 100 of the World’s Finest Brews’ by Melissa Cole is both a fun introduction into ...
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Explore the World of Beer with National Geographic

National Geographic's "Atlas of Beer" explores the beer scene in countries the world over.
National Geographic’s new “Atlas of Beer” is a great way to learn more about the craft beer scene in countries all over the world. ...
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Tavour’s Beer Delivery Service Specializes in Experimentation

Not quite a beer delivery service, not quite a beer of the month club.
For those looking to experiment with craft beer from the comfort of their couch, Tavour provides the answer in a delivery service that allows users ...
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Step Up Your Homebrewing Game With a pH Meter

Why pH is important to homebrewers, and how to test it.
For homebrewers looking to take their beer to the next level, it’s time to invest in a good pH tester and explore how pH impacts ...
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For Your Next Party, Get Fresh Beer Delivered Straight to Your Door

Cold beer, straight from the source.
With fresh and (sometimes) exclusive beers just a few clicks away, Hopsy is the best beer subscription service for keeping your party stocked this summer. ...
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I Spent 6 Weeks Trying to Hate the Yeti Cooler

And failed miserably.
The Yeti cooler has reached cult-like status among a wide swath of consumers. So I spent six weeks trying to prove it wasn’t all that ...
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Unboxing CraftX, the ‘Netflix for Beer Lovers’

A monthly helping of fresh beer, delivered straight to your door.
For $50 a month, CraftX, a beer membership service based in California, will deliver fresh beer straight to your door. We took this “Netflix for ...
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Win a Free BSG Homebrew Kit!

Ah, the sweet joy of crafting your own suds.
Ever wanted to brew your own beer? We’re teaming up with our friends at BSG and The Beer Diaries to give one lucky Hop Culture ...
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The All-Time Best Homebrewing Book Just Got an Update

Just in time for National Homebrew Day on May 7th.
In its first update in over a decade, John’s Palmer’s classic book “How to Brew” is available for pre-order now. It’s a must-read for any ...
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Some Thoughts on ‘Mad Hops,’ the Flavor Drops for Beer

A craft beer fan tests out a set squirt bottles designed to add flavor to cheap beer.
A craft beer writer tests out Mad Hops, a set of squirt bottles containing concentrated, non-alcoholic drops designed to add flavor to cheap beer. ...
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Talking Shop With the Minds Behind the World’s Freshest Growlers

A glimpse into the rise of GrowlerWerks, the revolutionary Portland-based growler company.
A glimpse into the rise of a Portland-based growler company that’s making fresh beer as portable as you are. ...
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How to Play ‘Brew Ha Ha!’ — the Card Game for Beer Nerds

'Cards Against Humanity' for beer critics and heavy drinkers.
How to play ‘Brew Ha Ha!’ — the best new card game specifically for beer nerds. It’s ‘Cards Against Humanity’, but with beer and bottle ...
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