In a perfect world, all beer would be fresh, delicious, readily available, and free. My glass would be bottomless, and no amount of sunshine in the world could make it warm or skunked. Oh, what a wonderful world it would be. Snap back to reality. Beer gets old, it’s not always made properly, it’s certainly […]
Maple Mountain Brew Co: Pioneers of Beer in Mormon Country
Utah is known as “Mormon Country,” but nowhere is that more true than in Provo (home of BYU) where Mormons are more numerous than they are in the church’s Salt Lake City headquarters. Mormons have a reputation for being a sober population, and a brewery hasn’t existed at all in Utah County since Prohibition. But […]
The Mechanics of Malt
Growing up, I only knew of malt as that weird, powdery stuff in Whoppers (malted milk balls). I wasn’t a fan of those chalky, tangy, little balls. They turned me away from anything malt flavored for years. Little did I know, malt would eventually find its way into my heart and tulip glass in the […]
Beer Aroma-therapy
Have you ever found yourself taking a deep breath when you smelled something wonderful just to take more of it in? Not only does this smell make you smile, but it conjures up memories and emotions, even images in your mind’s eye. That, my friends, is the magic of your Limbic System! Aromas are processed […]
The Unsavoury Off Flavor
There you were, on a Sunday afternoon with a cold beer in your hand, seated at a local joint. The sun was shining, birds singing, and friends were gathered ‘round with libations and vivacious chatter. That glass of golden brew made its way to your lips in a motion that is as broken in as […]
Pairing Beer and Cheese with Harmons and Solstice Chocolate: Winter Edition
Welcome to Crafty Beer Girls’ beer and cheese pairing! We teamed up with Utah grocery store chain, Harmons, and Solstice Chocolate to bring you five great pairings and a little chocolate for dessert! Harmons is known for quality, its devotion to local brands, and its extensive cheese selection, among other things. The largest collections of […]