Beer fills in the cracks of our human bonds to make them stronger. It gives an elasticity to tested nerves and smooths the wrinkles creased by fraught days. Bristly attitudes subside. Smiles grow and widen. It brings an air of commonality between those of an opposite nature, and rounds the edges of social interaction. It’s […]
Nine Questions With Jamie Burnham
A place like Salt Lake City, Utah, where alcohol restrictions are set by non-drinkers, does not come by its craft beer scene with ease. What we have today is thanks to a tightly knit community of homebrewers, beer enthusiasts, and professional brewers alike that did not allow local laws to smother their love for the […]
Losing My Brewginity
It happened! Two months shy of my 40th birthday, I finally lost my brewginity. Yes, I was nervous and a little scared. I wondered if I’d be any good at it. I felt awkward and unsure of myself. But, I ended up really enjoying myself, and it was relatively painless. To think, I could have […]
Brew Like a Girl with the Hop Bombshells
Brewing beer brings people together and promotes a sense of community. Whether it’s getting together at your local brewery to quaff their creations or joining an online community, you and your “beer friends” are bound by your affection for barley-based fermented beverages. Homebrew clubs are a great way to not only find camaraderie, but also […]
How to Become a Beer Judge (BJCP) Part II
Well, would you look at that – you’re a Provisional Judge in the BJCP! That is, if you followed the steps listed in Part I of How to Become a Beer Judge. If not, you’ll want to backtrack and get cozy with the study guide. Technically, a Provisional Judge counts as a beer judge in […]
How to Become a Beer Judge (BJCP) Part I
The BJCP, or Beer Judge Certification Program, became a blip on my radar while I was studying for the Certified Cicerone® Exam. While I wasn’t very interested in the program at the time, I was living large with the style guidelines – the Holy Bible of what defines specific styles and subcategories of beer. […]