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American Craft Beer Invading Germany

Ken Hayes — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:02:25 +0000

When you think of the gold standard of beer, you think of Germany. However, the craft beer craze here in America is teaching Germany a thing or two about variety. Beer distributers in Germany are beginning to order shipments of craft beer from American breweries to reignite beer consumption. According to an article in the [...]

List Shows Calorie Count of Popular Beers, But How Do They Taste?

Ken Hayes — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:42:32 +0000

I saw this list on yahoo today that shows the calorie counts of your favorite beers. Naturally, my favorite beers aren’t really on the list, but they do have some popular ones that I’ve tried. Here’s what you can expect from these beers. Here’s the full list with calorie counts from Yahoo.com. So let’s just [...]

Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy Beer Review

Ken Hayes — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:30:56 +0000

If you’ve lived in the Northern Midwest, you’ve probably seen these around during those hot, humid summers. It’s the refreshing beer that everyone can enjoy. Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy is a blend of lemonade and wheat beer, which tastes better than you may think. It’s best enjoyed on a hot day. That’s why it’s only available [...]

Bud Light Straw-Ber-Rita Product Review

Ken Hayes — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:47:51 +0000

Last summer Bud Light came out with the Lime-a-Rita. This year they have complemented the lime flavored malt beverage with a strawberry flavor called the Straw-Ber-Rita. As soon as I saw this in the store, I bought a 12 pack of 8 oz cans an brought them home. The Straw-Ber-Rita is basically the same thing [...]

You Know What This Minor League Baseball Game Needs? Milkshakes Made With Beer

Joe Student — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:52:22 +0000

How does a minor league baseball team plan to get all the guys to the yard this summer? Milkshakes, made with beer. You said baseball? Don’t be dumb. The Charleston (S.C.) RiverDogs of the South Atlantic League will allow of-age fans coming to Joseph P. Riley Park this summer to order up Beer Shakes — [...]

My Favorites From Pizza & Wing Showdown

Ken Hayes — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:54:43 +0000

I love pizza and wings. One of my favorite things in the entire world is sitting down with a nice tall beer and a pound of chicken wings and a pizza to share. (We'd share the pizza and wings, but not the beer.) Last year's pizza and wing showdown introduced me to some new favorites, and I thought I would share them with you.

Budweiser Black Crown Review

Ken Hayes — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:02:57 +0000

Well I like my beer, as you probably already know, so when a new beer hits the market I got to run out and try it. It was unveiled at the Superbowl. The next day, I went out and bought a six pack of Budweiser Black Crown. Here’s what I thought. The Black Crown basically [...]

Budweiser Black Crown — Not Your Trashy Uncle's Beer

Mike Adams — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 17:52:55 +0000

Since the Belgians took over Anheuser-Busch four years ago, the brewer has been searching for new ways to cut costs while their mad scientists relentlessly work to develop new product lines — including Bud Light Platinum and Bud Light Lime — in an attempt to attract the more discriminating beer connoisseur. The latest example of [...]

Why Does My Beer Smell Like a Skunk?

Mike Adams — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 21:20:18 +0000

It does not take the well trained nose of a beer aficionado to determine if a beer has gone bad or not. No sir; upscale brew connoisseur and backwoods drunkards alike know that there is only one word to describe the putrid scent of beer gone rotten – and that is “skunk.” A skunked beer [...]

New Beer Flavor Wheel for Real Beer Drinkers

Mike Adams — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:26:16 +0000

For centuries, everyone from physicians to brewers have used flavor wheels as a means of breaking down the many varieties of aromas and flavors of a particular substance or beverage. A new book includes a consumer-friendly version of a flavor wheel just for beer drinkers. Many years ago, physicians sometimes used a urine flavor wheel [...]

Help Your Pooch Unwind With 'Dawg Grog,' Beer Made for Dogs

Donald Deane — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 18:19:52 +0000

Do you find that your dog is frequently stressed after a hard day of guarding the home? Then you may want to help your pooch unwind with 'Dawg Grog,' which is being marketed as beer for man's best friend.

Spotted Cow Beer Review, Don't Be Afraid Of The Name

Ken Hayes — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 16:47:27 +0000

I’m a beer drinker. I’m also a whiskey/gin/scotch/rum/tequila/wine etc drinker. OK, let’s just say I’ve tried just about everything. The point is I don’t drink beer exclusively, but I drink it enough to know a great beer when I taste one. Spotted Cow from New Glarus Brewing is definitely a great beer, perhaps my new [...]

Obama's Beer Recipe Revealed [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:48:33 +0000

The President’s White House cooks show the recipe that’s brewed for President Obama. They show how to make the White House Honey Ale. Related fact : Did you know they have a bee keeper? Holy crap!

Windsor Canadian Spiced Whisky Review

Ken Hayes — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 14:22:32 +0000

There’s been a recent movement by whisky makers to start offering a spiced version of their whisky to consumers. Canadian Club has offered their spiced drink, and now Windsor Canadian has done the same. Being a long time Windsor drinker, I thought I would try it and share my review.Now in case you’re thinking I’m [...]

Beer Prices Will Heat Up As the Weather Cools Down

Shauna Wright — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 18:19:41 +0000

Beer-lovers, better stock up now. Anheuser-Busch, maker of beloved suds like Budweiser and Bud Light, has announced a price hike that’ll take effect in the weeks to come. Summer is when beer sales are highest, so you’d think that whole supply-and-demand thing would leave you shelling out more when you buy brew for backyard barbecues. [...]

Guy Arrested for Stealing a Half-Full Can of PBR

Shauna Wright — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 19:54:46 +0000

Look, we know it’s hot outside, and we know there’s nothing better on a scorching day than a nice cold beer. But wielding a weapon and stealing the one someone else is already drinking?

Turn A Beer Bottle Into A Pint Glass [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:09:26 +0000

This is really cool. I usually don’t get into arts and crafts, but if this involves drinking beer, sign me up! This video shows you how to turn a 24 oz beer bottle into a pint glass. If you don’t have a glass cutter, I got another trick for you after the video. Instead of [...]

What Dads Actually Want For Father's Day

Ken Hayes — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:48:14 +0000

I can't really speak for Moms on my Mother's Day gift suggestions, but on this holiday, I can speak for myself. Here's some ideas, and I'm sure your Dad, or your kid's dad will like...

1. Tools! Whenever my wife asks me what I want for a gift idea, I always say tools. You can never have to many tools and it is a man's goal in life to acquire as many tools as he can before he dies.

Senate Green-Lights Beer Sales At U of M Football Games

David Drew — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:14:02 +0000

Well, now I may go see a Gophers football game! Only kidding, I was waiting for the team to be competitive rather than beer. This will also help when the Vikings play there if a new stadium is approved. I have been in TCF Bank Stadium, but that was to see a U2 concert. Have you been there yet for football? What did you think of the stadium?

Fans of beer and college football, rejoice. The Legislature has hammered out a compromise that would allow beer sales at University of Minnesota’s TCF Bank Stadium.

Website Helps Find The Cheapest Beer Prices Near You

Joe Student — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:30:54 +0000

When a website uses a giant winking keg as its spokesmodel, you know it is as good for you as it is bad for your liver. SaveOnBrew.com helps you find the cheapest beer near you, so you can concentrate on drinking beer instead of shopping for it. SaveOnBrew.com is a new, free website that pulls [...]