United States Beer Reviews
Although beer existed in the United States from its birth (and before), it wasn’t until Prohibition that the state of beer in America was truly united. Today, the United States is arguably the world’s most important beer market, where brewers enjoy the most freedom to practice and advance their craft. The market is a true melting pot of brewing styles and traditions, and the beer community is as vibrant as it is diverse. While things really got started during and as a result of the Prohibition Era (1919-1933), fermented drinks pre-date the country’s founding in 1776. Hailed as a land of opportunity, huge macrobrewing enterprises like AB InBev and MillerCoors co-exist alongside a growing number of small craft beer companies. A country built by immigrants, America has heavy European brewing influences. The number of influential breweries are too great to number, and the list continues to evolve as independent brewers push innovation in the craft and give the world more and more interesting lagers and ales to explore.
Rogue Dead Guy Ale
Craft brewing nowadays isn’t just all about the beer. It’s also about marketing. Sure, you’ve still gotta make some killer brews if you want to generate a loyal following and win lots of awards. But many times branding can be just as important, adding personality and...
Breckenridge 471 ESB
Tom: Having never visited Colorado I’m forced to vicariously experience the rocky mountain grandeur through their beer. One brewery that has been gaining my support is Breckenridge Brewery. They have an extensive lineup and produce a couple “small batch” beers...
Summit Horizon Red Ale
Red Ales are a great way to experience a rich malt based and vibrant hop centered beer. You get the best of both worlds! Today’s brew under scrutiny is a melodious blend of both hops and malts. Summit Brewery in St. Paul, MN utilizes a nice variety of ingredients such...
New Belgium Sunshine Wheat
As soon as I had drained the last drop of Fat Tire from my glass, I felt I would continue the thus far positive New Belgium experience and helped myself to a cold bottle of Sunshine Wheat. The label speaks to days of old, when stacks of wheat were threshed and bound...