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.
by Team | Cream Ale, Mug, New Glarus Brewing Company, Pint Glass, United States, Wisconsin |
My brother and I happened to be together this weekend for a family gathering, sharing brews and grilling steak, when we just so happened to indulge in one of our favorite beers…Spotted Cow. We both stood outside smelling the seasoned beef, admiring the falling...
by Taylor Birkey | American Amber / Red Lager, Flute Glass, Illinois, Metropolitan Brewing, Mug, Pilsner Glass, Pint Glass, United States, Vienna Lager |
I was going to wait to review a beer until later this evening, but the Chicago Bears, namely Public Enemy #1 Jay Cutler, have caused me to hit the bottle to drown out my sorrows. I turn now to my good friends at Metropolitan Brewing in Chicago, Illinois. The...
by Michael Larson | Bell's Brewery, Michigan, Milk / Sweet / Cream Stout, Mug, Pint Glass, United States |
A few nights before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, but me with my stout. Bell’s Special Double Cream, to be exact and precise, I hadn’t had it before, it was a roll of the dice Expectations were high, it poured motor oil black...
by John | Avery Brewing Company, Colorado, Goblet, Quadrupel, Snifter, Tulip, United States |
Avery Reverend is a Belgian Quadrupel Ale brewed in Boulder, Colorado. The brewers tell us that “The Reverend, was created in tribute to the life of Sales Mgr. Tom Boogaard’s grandfather, an ordained Episcopal Reverend.’ I’m always looking for...
by Team | American Pale Ale (APA), Founders Brewing Company, Michigan, Mug, Pint Glass, United States |
Britton: After 4 ½ years of graduate school, it is difficult to stay motivated to study for your last final ever. I had to take a break from studying because my taste buds wanted something hoppy. I decided to indulge in a beer I’ve wanted to try for a long time. It...
by Michael Larson | Colorado, Left Hand Brewing Company, Mug, Pint Glass, Porter, United States |
After hurrying in from the blustery, winter-washed city and in to a local fine dining establishment, my eyes immediately and eagerly scanned the drink menu. I was hoping for a selection of fine and craft brews, but was preparing to be let down. Wildwood of Geneva,...