Welcome Spring
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I love the change of seasons in the Northeast and especially our current transition from the cold and dark winter to the warmer and lighter Spring. Springtime invigorates me with the opportunities it presents such as: spending more time outside, enjoy flowers blooming (especially hops), trying new craft beers, losing weight (though the last two may be mutually exclusive..) Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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The Best IPAs in America
The Thrillist has a great article on the best IPAs in America, many of which we stock…
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Bars in Supermarkets?!
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Craft beer bars in supermarkets, who would have thought? Have you been to any DeCicco & Sons’ super-bar-markets in the area? It is quite an improvement over just regular shopping for kale and garbanzo beans with no on-site hydration available. Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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Welcome to Summer
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You wine drinkers have probably heard or used the phrase, “rosé all day.” Well, with the first official day of summer only hours away, I would like to offer up my own phrase: “summer ale all day”. Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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Crossing Bridges
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Generally speaking, I keep my entertainment geographic radius “bridge-free.” Not for any kind of phobia, but rather there’s plenty of landlocked fun to be had.
However, whenever I’m motivated for some fun that involves a bit of travel, I am always pleased and make a vow to do so more often. Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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Beer Glossary
Kent Falls Brewing has a large glossary of beer terms on their site. It’s a great resource if you’re getting into craft beer.
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Introducing Rosalie
You may know Firestone Walker for their traditional beers, but did you know that their roots began in wine making? They are now offering something pretty unique – beer brewed with hibiscus and wine grapes.
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Crafty Quaffing
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Statistics show beer consumption per capita (aside from a small abode in Katonah) is down for the last few years.
However, do not despair for the craft beer industry, as statistics also show a rising trend in the purchase of craft beer! I credit the breadth of craft brew flavors for this trend—distinct flavors that actually come through with each sniff and sip! Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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Sour Beers 101
What is a sour beer you ask: “A sour beer is one that has been deliberately brewed to achieve high levels of acidity. This elevated acidity delivers a predominantly sour flavor to the beer as opposed to the bitter or sweet flavors found in standard ales and lagers.”
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The Katonah Beer Man on beer festivals
Now that the weather is warming up, local beer festivals are starting to pop up all over. Our friend John Bart, AKA The Katonah Beer Man has some good info and tips if you’re planning on attending one for the first time. Read more over at the Katonah-Lewisboro Times.
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Spring Has Sprung?!
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One of the many reasons I enjoy living in the Northeast is the change of seasons and the corresponding influx of new seasonal beers as well as the beginning of Beer Festival season. Read more at The Lewisboro Times
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Hops Cheat Sheet
Don’t know your Cascade from your Citra? Here’s a quick cheat sheet of some common hop varieties that you’ll see in our craft IPAs.
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Pairing beer with food
Food pairings are not for wine alone. With so many styles and flavor profiles available in the craft world today, why not serve a great, hand-picked beer with your next meal. John Bart, aka The Katonah Beer Man covers some of the basics in his Katonah-Lewisboro Times column.
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So many styles, so little time...
Check out this great chart of beer styles we found. It’s a great resource if you’re looking to branch out and try something new.
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Winter beer ideas
If you’re looking for some cheer during the cold winter months, check out some of Beer Man John Bart’s recommendations.
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