"Beer Is More Than A Drink
— it’s a culture, a flavor, and a way to connect. Here, every post is a toast to friendship, flavor, and adventure. Thanks for stopping by.
Now, what’s in your glass?"
Honolulu Beerworks Spotlight: Hop-Forward Ales and Kaka‘ako Community
Honolulu Beerworks feels like the kind of place you discover once and return to often. Tucked into the artsy Kaka‘ako…
By
Louie Montan
13 Min Read
Sockeye Brewing Spotlight: Boise’s Northwest-Style IPA Pioneer
A great hometown brewery doesn’t just pour beer—it sets a standard. Since 1996, Sockeye Brewing has done exactly that for…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Beer-Marinated Grilled Cheese (with Beer Butter)
A craveable twist on a classic: sturdy bread gets a quick beer soak for malty depth, then crisps up in…
By
Louie Montan
6 Min Read
Payette Brewing Co. Spotlight: Boise’s Riverside Community Hub
Great beer feels even better when it brings people together. Payette Brewing Co. blends clean, well-crafted styles with a spacious…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Brooklyn Brewery Spotlight: Lager Legends and Boundary-Pushing Brews
It’s hard to overstate how much Brooklyn Brewery shaped modern craft beer. From its Williamsburg roots to global collaborations, the…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Beer-Braised Meatball Subs
Juicy, tender meatballs simmered in a malty, tomato-beer sauce, piled into toasted rolls with melty cheese. Big comfort, fast turnaround.…
By
Louie Montan
5 Min Read
Maui Brewing Co. Spotlight: Tropical Flavor, Solar Power, Island Pride
Beach breeze, volcanic peaks, and a pint that tastes like Hawaii—that’s the Maui Brewing Co. experience in Kihei. As Hawaii’s…
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Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Tallgrass Tap House: House Brews, Local Legacy, Community Vibes
A great taproom tells a story with every pint. At Tallgrass Tap House in Manhattan, Kansas, that story blends a…
By
Louie Montan
15 Min Read
Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. Spotlight: King Sue, Assassin, and a Global Standard
A small-town brewery that changed the hop conversation—Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. in Decorah, Iowa, has built a worldwide reputation on…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Essential Home Brewing Equipment: Brew Kettle
Have you ever wondered what it takes to craft your own perfect pint at home? The world of home brewing…
By
Louie Montan
6 Min Read
Sun King Brewing: Indiana’s Independent Craft Leader
Sun King Brewing doesn’t just pour beer in Indianapolis—it powers the state’s craft identity. As Indiana’s largest independent brewery, Sun…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Harpoon Brewery Spotlight: IPA, Seasons, and Community
Harpoon Brewery helped write the New England craft beer playbook. Founded in 1986, it’s one of the region’s oldest craft…
By
Louie Montan
13 Min Read
Beer Queso Dip (with Tortilla Chips)
Silky-smooth, scoopable queso with a beer-forward backbone that cuts the richness and highlights real cheddar flavor. Perfect for game day…
By
Louie Montan
5 Min Read
Wynwood Brewing Company Spotlight: Miami’s First Craft Icon
Miami’s art-filled Wynwood district is known for color, energy, and creative risk-taking. Wynwood Brewing Company fits right in—because it helped…
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Louie Montan
13 Min Read
SweetWater Brewing Company: Hops, History, and 420 Vibes
Atlanta doesn’t just host SweetWater Brewing Company—it grew up with it. Established in 1997, SweetWater helped define the Southeastern craft…
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Louie Montan
13 Min Read
Creature Comforts Brewing Spotlight: Balance, Community, and Flavor
Great beer doesn’t need a megaphone to make its point. It needs balance, clarity, and a place that feels like…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Beer-Marinated Chicken Fajitas
Bright, smoky, and tender—these fajitas use beer to soften the chicken and add malty depth while citrus and spices bring…
By
Louie Montan
7 Min Read
Summit Brewing Company: Classic Craft, St. Paul Soul
If you love beer that tastes great pint after pint, Summit Brewing Company should be on your map. Founded in…
By
Louie Montan
13 Min Read
Zipline Brewing Co. Spotlight: Balance, Craft, and Lincoln Flavor
You don’t need a palate of steel to love great beer. At Zipline Brewing Co. in Lincoln, Nebraska, balance is…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read
Beer-Steamed Mussels with Garlic and Herbs
Briny, sweet mussels steamed in a fragrant beer broth with garlic, butter, and fresh herbs. The beer adds malty depth…
By
Louie Montan
6 Min Read
Boulevard Brewing Co.: Tank 7, KC Roots, and Inventive Beer
Kansas City’s skyline has a beer beacon, and it’s Boulevard Brewing Co. For more than three decades, Boulevard has grown…
By
Louie Montan
14 Min Read