The Heinz is having a food & beer pairing on Friday, May 1, 2009. Join Dieter Kuhn and the rest of the Heinz Brew Team at the Brewery (google map) for a pairing of samples of Heinz beers and Chef Ross Lorenz’s cuisine from Restaurant 533 in Sylva.
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Welcome to my opinionated beer blog! I'm no expert, but I sure am a hell of a fan: microbrews/craftbrews, breweries, home brewing, and the enjoyment of great beers and great times. I hope this site finds you well and introduces you to some great new beers and brewery experiences. Enjoy! [more]
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Heinzelmännchen First Friday Beer & Food Pairing
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Blackberry Witbier by Sam Adams
A friend recommended I try Sam Adams’ Blackberry Witbier, a wheat beer with blackberry tones. I’m a bit cautious on Sam Adams’ newer varieties, but the recommendation came from a trusted source.
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Steel Reserve High Gravity by The Steel Brewing Company
My brother prefers Steel Reserve over Pabst Blue Ribbon, and I think he’s crazy. Sure, PBR ain’t the best, but it’s got its place in the world, just like any decent Adam Sandler movie.
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The home brewer’s bible: The New Complete Joy to Home Brewing
So I’ve started reading this book, The New Complete Joy of Home Brewing, claimed by several reliable sources that this is the book to read when it comes to getting started with home brewing.
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Fat Tire Amber Ale by New Belgium Brewing
I find this beer toasty, and well-balanced. It’s yummy, with friendly and refreshing aromas, but if it’s not super fresh, it tastes a lot different and quickly loses most of its zeal.
It’s much better out of a glass, without question. But as I drink it I feel there are almost too many flavors thrown in [...]
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I’m not a home brewer… quite yet
I’m about to enter the wonderfully inviting world of home brewing. It’s something I’ve been wanting to get into for quite some time, but where to start?
