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I agree with @pwarbi. There are things that distinguish a beer, but that doesn't necessarily mean that everyone will enjoy it. It really depends on what you like. It's similar to "what's a good movie?" The critics will have very definite opinions, but I frequently disagree. They are judging...

I enjoy going to brew pubs to try out the latest creations of craft beer connoisseurs. I wish we had more of these nearby. I guess we'll just have to take more road trips. We took a trip last summer to visit Public House in St. James Missouri and had a great time. They have a brew pub right at...

This is a bourbon barrel aged American double/Imperial stout, and talk about an interesting and complex combination of flavors.. This beer is very different, yet enticing. It's dark and thick with an aroma that will pull you in. I tasted coconut, licorice, vanilla, dark chocolate, fruit, and...

I tend to smoke (now vape) more when I'm having a couple of drinks. I've been known to have a cigar on occasion as well. Doing so just seems to go well with a cocktail and a friendly hand of cards. I don't know why, but it's fun to smoke a cigar while playing poker.

Well, I was hopeful that I might be able to locate some KBS, which will be out soon (for a limited time). Unfortunately, it's proving impossible to find anyplace nearby that can get their hands on it. I'm not really in a position to take a road trip every time a good craft beer comes out...

As Stephens noted, it could be due to sediment. It could also be that you're drinking slowly. Many types of beer, craft beer especially, change flavors with varying temperatures. As your beer grows warmer, you may notice a difference in taste. It's not always a bad taste though. Some beer...

The main difference for me is that I've never heard of anyone prescribing beer for medicinal purposes. I have heard of older people being encouraged to have a small glass of wine with dinner to help thin their blood. My grandmother was advised by her doctor to have a little glass of red wine...

I had a great time tending bar when I was young. It was hard work but still fun. I made money and still got to socialize (instead of being out spending money). Aside from the fun, neighborhood bar, I also worked in a hotel that hosted events and I did ballroom bar tending. I worked my butt...

It might be because the beer you drank was high in carbohydrates. This can cause your blood sugar to spike. Then, it spikes back down afterward. The hunger may be induced in order to raise your blood sugar back up.Take care with that. Conversely, if beer makes you hungry, it might be a good...

I agree that it is opinion based. Some people hate the smell of cigars just as much as they hate the smell of cigarette smoke. Personally, I like the aroma of a good cigar. It has a richness to it that you will never get from a cigarette.

That's a sad thought. I can't blame them, but yeah. The big guys always seem to run the little guys out of business (or buy them out as the case may be). I tasted the best beer at a beerfest recently. I almost wish someone would make that one, but on a small scale. It was just from a home...

Some people don't consider Blue Moon a true craft beer (even though I believe it started as one), because it is mass produced by Coors. I've learned that Bud bought Goose Island too, so that's kind of sad. Seasonal as a requirement - not necessarily. There are some great craft beers that are...

Unfortunately, the ones I like best are seasonal or limited release. My very favorite is Founder's Breakfast Stout, but it is only available from October through January. It practically flies off the shelves here, so it's not easy to get. Looking forward to some KBS soon too. I also really...

Someone who has never smoked, just won't get it. It's much more difficult to quit (especially when one has been smoking for a very long time) than you might think. Not only is it physically addictive, but it's also psychological/emotional because you associate it with many things. It becomes a...

That's probably where the term originated. Thanks for sharing the story. It can be used to reference any shot inside a beer though. I've heard people use it interchangeably for shots and beer, even when you don't drop the shot in, but I don't think that's "correct." Either way, I'm guessing...

If you like a little bourbon in your coffee on occasion then you might also like a drink called The Revolver. It combines bourbon with coffee liqueur and orange bitters. You can garnish it with orange peel. Here is the recipe with a nice explanation of why it works so well, and which are the...

I think it depends on the beer, too. Not all beers are meant to be drunk ice cold. That's probably why they said something about the frosted glass. Still, I say do what you like. Have you noticed that some beers change flavor as they change temperature? I mean, I don't want to drink warm beer...

First, try to gently blot with a paper towel. This will help soak up the beer into the towel instead of the shirt. Next, it's suggested that you soak the item in water with a bit of vinegar and a bit of dish washing liquid mixed in. You could also use your favorite stain remover. Then, you...

Blue cheese is one of my favorite cheeses. I'm not really a fan of some of the styles of beer that pair well with it though. Maybe a weissbier but I'm not that into IPAs. I think cheddar is generally a safe choice. Depending on the sharpness, it can be paired with a variety of styles.

It really depends on what kind of beer I'm drinking. If it's good beer, I'll use the appropriate glass, if we have one in that style (we just started our collection). If it's cheap beer, I'm more likely to drink from the can or bottle. Also, if I'm outdoors at a BBQ or something, I have no...