Beer is meant to be enjoyed, and one doesn’t need to be an expert in the subject to do so. However, while most beer drinkers focus exclusively on the taste of beer and the experience once it’s on the tongue, a very important part of the process is often neglected- the pour. Though...
Guide to Glasses
posted by Hops
Matching the proper glass to the correct beer is absolutely essential in exacting the full amount of enjoyment out of your beer. Below, we’ve put together a guide to glasses, describing the design, why it’s ideal, and what styles go best with it. WEIZEN Design: Tall and slender, rounded out into a bulge at the top. Reason: A nice thick head really increases the enjoyment of a wheat beer, holding in all those great smells to complement their light, summery taste. Plus, it’s a great way to show off the brew’s coloring. Beer Styles: Weizen, Heffeweizen, Witbier, Weizenbock, Goze,...
Delirium Nocturnum
posted by Hops
Winter Brew of the Season Winter spreads its frosty fingers in the wind as it takes over mild autumn. Ice now forms in the puddles on the streets, trees bare their branches to the gray sky, and heaters and fireplaces work full blast to keep the indoors warm and cozy. In an attempt to keep our...
Beginner’s Guide to ...
posted by Hops
The charming qualities of autumn expressed through beer is an indulgence that pampers and sooths. Yearning senses in pursuit of new sensations are certain to have their pleasure-centers shaken with deep oranges, spiced vegetables, intense flavors and creamy textures. There are different flavor...
Ales vs. Lagers
posted by Hops
There are two basic kinds of beer: ales and lagers. It’s all about yeast’s preferences. Some yeasts like it on top, some prefer to be on bottom. Up until now, yeasts have not been more creative in their brewing positions, but we can always fantasize. Ale yeasts like it on top and will...
Steak Sandwich a la ...
posted by Hops
This recipe is best paired with a Rogue Dead Guy Ale. Steaks are complex things. Most people think throwing them on a barbie or on a grill to make nice little black lines is all they need for a good steak, but pros know that temperatures make all the difference. As well as that, the speed at...
