Miscellaneous
On Beer and Babies
There has been a few articles written recently, about drinking while pregnant. There has also been good accompanying discussion (and no shortage of less than good shouting-type reaction, as would be expected in an issue …
D. G. Yuengling and Son Inc — Book Review
Pop quiz smarty-pants: What's the oldest operating brewery in the USA? It must be those makers of Budweiser, Anhueser-Busch, right? Founded in 1852, they are definitely old, but not the oldest. Okay, then it's Miller, …
A Public Service Announcement — Tempest Imperial Stout
A free lesson in the art and artistry of opening a (waxed) bottle of Amsterdam Tempest Imperial Stout.
Spiegelau IPA Glass
When you drink, how many senses do you think you use? One, just taste? Two, taste and smell (remember that "taste" is limited to sweet, salty, sour and bitter, descriptions like "hoppy", "caramel", "herbal" etc are …
January 9th Resolutions
Well, here we go. Last year, I discussed why I dislike the notion of New Year's resolutions, and I've not changed my stripes since then. I succeeded (slightly) in my efforts last year, and felt I would do well to set …
A Beer Lover's Christmas
I'll make a disclaimer right off: If you don't do the whole Christmas thing (either the secular or spiritual versions), this is a highly adaptable plan. This could be just a heck of a nice day, rather than denoting a …
The Best Beer?
I am not going to write about Westvleteren 12. I am not going to write about how Queen's Quay sold out in 4 minutes, moving 112 six packs at $76 each. I am not going to write about all this, because a lot of other people …
A Brief Update
Hello everybody. Between Cask Days and Hurricane Apocalyptico, I do hope everybody is okay. I just wanted to take a moment to address a few house-keeping things: 1. Hey, thanks for reading. Of late, I've been amazed by …
On Beer and Theology
[caption id="attachment_2150" align="alignright" width="193" caption="CS "Jack" Lewis"][/caption] Okay, some of you will know I'm a fellow of faith. And I happen to read a lot of stuff from a similar guy, a Belfast-born …
January 5th Resolutions
So, I never really do the whole "resolution" thing. I lack resolve, what can I say? Erika always gets annoyed during Lent, because I give up stupid things. Like the year I gave up swimming (success), or the year I gave …
One Million Sorries
I cannot say enough how sorry I am. I supported a server company, and they pretty much took advantage of my love. I was burned. They left me out to dry, and you all have been without my witty insightful posts for nearly …
The USA drawn by breweries
I must admit, I do like good infographics. And, of course, I like beer. So this seems to be a natural fit. Of course, it's the USA, but it's a good starting point if you're traveling to a state where you don't know a …
Periodic Table of Beer
I was just emailed this by a friend (Thanks Chad!) and thought I would share it. Fun and useful chart to help define beer styles. Originally posted here: http://beergeno.me/2010/10/periodic-table-of-beers/ a worthy blog …
An open challenge
[caption id="attachment_1300" align="alignleft" width="191" caption="Me, in July"][/caption] In the midst of Federal Election challenges and with Provincial Election ones looming in Ontario (and BC? I've lost track), …
A Royal Affair, A Royal Beer
Most people probably know that Prince William and Kate Middleton are being married today. And I'll admit, I've been up since 4am watching online. And of course, I'm drinking a beer. What beer, you ask? Duchy Originals by …
Dealing with Customers; Dealing with Bartenders
I just came across this article by British beer legend, Pete Brown (incidentally, if you don't already, you should probably follow Pete's blog). Feel free to take a few moments to read it, but let me summarize: Pete, who …
Twenty Eleven
Hello and happy new year! I trust that all and sundry had a pleasant holiday, and enjoyed some lovely brews to ring in the new year. This is a looking-forward post. I plan on doing a looking back one in the days to come, …
Christmas Eve
Hello BeerBlog readers! Not too much beery to discuss today, just a little note on Christmas eve to wish everyone celebrating tomorrow, whether the purchase of presents the gathering of family or the birth of a savour, a …
Sick sick sick
Hey there all, Just a quick note to say sorry for the silence, I've had one of those infections that have learned how to avoid common passe antibiotics like Amoxicilin, and require those big gnarly ones taht make you …
Canada Hat-trick
What is more Canadian then scoring a hat-trick? Well, blueberry pancakes with maple syrup. And canoes. And a variety of other things, but you get the point. So to celebrate Canada last week, I took it upon myself to …