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The Big Boys Are Taking Over

Posted on June 22, 2010 by mike

Over the past two weeks a number of blogs and news sites have been discussing beer trends of 2010. Some listed trends include InBev’s percentage of the market dropping, the constant ABV % battles that are going on and a seemingly increase in sour ale consumption and many others. However, one of the beer trends that I have noticed, at least in my…

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The World Cup Beer Sweepstakes

Posted on June 14, 2010 by mike

World Cup is in full force. Teams are battling it out for the covenant title of being the worlds best and to bring home the glory to their nation. The games are fast, intense and full of amazing athletes. But I must bring to your attention, another group of passionate, World Cup fever stricken set of individuals. All of the participants of the…

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Redhook Rope Swing Takes Home Gold

Posted on June 10, 2010 by mike

Redhook’s Rope Swing Summer Pilsner Takes Home Gold From 18th Annual Garden City Brewfest Summer Seasonal Wins Best Lager at Missoula, Mont. Brewfest Woodinville, Wash. – June 10, 2010 –Redhook Brewery’s Rope Swing Summer Pilsner was named best lager at the 18th Annual Garden City Brewfest held in Missoula, Mont. The 2010 festival…

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Hops Farm Update June 2010

Posted on June 9, 2010 by mike

It has been 2 months since I visited the hops farm in Minnesota and I have to say I am extremely excited with what I see and totally daunted with what needs to be done. My wife and I are avid lake goers, so it isn’t to far out of our way to spend a couple hours at the hops farm before we make it to our final destination. This past weekend we…

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10 Funny Beer Commericals

Posted on June 7, 2010 by mike

If your like me, almost every time a beer commercial comes on you pay attention to it. Some are clever, some are inspirational, some give thanks, some wish you a Happy Holiday. But some are just down right dirty, raunchy and hilarious. I have compiled a list of 10 commercials that I think are the funniest that I’ve ever seen. I’m pretty young…

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Finding Beer In Japan – A Simple Guide

Posted on June 1, 2010 by mike

A rant and helpful links. Resources for Craft Beer In Japan Beer in Japan Website Beer in Japan iPhone App Ale Houses of Tokyo article Guide from BeerAdvocate Brewery Links Harvestmoon Brewery Website (Tokyo) Baird Brewing Website () Echigo Beer Website (Niigata City) Hakusekikan Website (Gifu) Hitachino Nest Website…

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