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Looking for a Place to Happen - Seeking Sober Spaces
I've been on a lot of beer runs in the last 35 years, maybe just to the Beer Store in the beginning, but after 2015 we stepped it up in a big way, culminating in cross province, week long jaunts that left my fridge bulging and my glass overflowing with the new and interesting things Ontario had to offer. We've done multi day road trips, driving hundreds of kilometers in search of pints to explore and met countless people like ourselves along the way. Sometimes it was just popping into one of the nearby breweries for a bite and a beer, the simple pleasure of belonging to a community that supports the hopes and dreams of local small businesses and hoping to do our small part to help spread the good word. I love a solid beer run and this last weekend was perhaps the worst, most depressing one I've ever taken and it illustrates a real problem the sober or non-alcoholic beer world has when it comes to helping folks crossover or drink a little less if that's what they're after.
by noreply@blogger.com (Pints with Polk)6 viewsalcohol-freebeerbeer-ruincommunitycraft-beerdepression - news
Capitol Market shop does beer & wine well
Over the past three decades, the Wine Shop at Capitol Market in Charleston, WV, has offered a superb line up of premium beverages. Keeping it so well curated is the job of shop owner Ted Armbrecht. The West Virginia Beer… Continue Reading… The post Capitol Market shop does beer & wine well appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewscider-mead-winecraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiacharleston-wv - news
Bottles on the Wall...
Beer is my memory keeper I have a couple of walls of beer bottles and cans downstairs in my little rec room and each of them contain many memories, moments in time that were special enough to warrant me saving the empty and displaying it for my own edification and enjoyment. I know a lot of folks may have something similar, maybe a shelf or two in the garage or basement for some unique or memorable pints, pretty things to look at that become part of the visual background noise of our house, another thing to dust and move on. More than a decade on the shelf. One of my first loves in beer. We save them to remember, but one day, they will become a memory of us before finding their way to blue bags and recycling bins when our time here is done. Their deeper meaning, of course, is a tangible, visible link to the past, often viewed through beer goggles and the distance of time. Nobody is saving an empty bottle of MGD from a random night in February of 2001 wi
by noreply@blogger.com (Pints with Polk)5 viewsbeerbeer-bottle-collectionbeer-bottlesbeer-canbeer-can-collectioncollections - news
What would you miss? Sober in Craft Beer...
What do you think you'd miss? If they told you that you could never drink again or if you choose to give it up, for whatever reasons you have. What would you miss the most about craft beer in particular? Besides the warm and fuzzy feeling the alcohol gives you, what things do you think would disappear from your life that would leave a gap where your happy place used to be. I have given this a lot of thought since September, obviously my own circumstance and subsequent sober(ish) life caused me to make some radical lifestyle changes that remain ongoing and with various degrees of success. I haven't really been an active participant in a lot of beer events or even going out for a beer with someone in a couple of years, but I did begin to wonder what it would be like for someone who was more involved, more socially connected to the community and all it entails. When I first came back to social media in December, I was overwhelmed with comments and messages, muc
by noreply@blogger.com (Pints with Polk)6 viewsalcohol-freebeercommunitycraft-beerdepressionnon-alcoholic-beer - news
The Rare Beer Club October 2024 Releases Review
Way back in October, we received the following email from Kris Calef of beermonthclub.com: It’s been a while, so I thought I’d check in and share that we’re celebrating our 30-year anniversary this year. I wanted to see if you’d be interested in reviewing any of our five […]
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Austin Weser talks West Virginia beer
Probably no other person has brewed at more West Virginia breweries as has Austin Weser. He’s a Morgantown resident who got his original interest in better beer while deployed in Germany with the United States Army. In more recent years,… Continue Reading… The post Austin Weser talks West Virginia beer appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiamorgantownwv - news
Dining Out in 2024: A milestone
A mostly fictional account of visiting a franchise restaurant It was a confluence of unfortunate circumstances and bad judgement that led me to taking a three year-old to a suburban mall the week after Christmas. There were things to return, a late gift to pick up, and we were catching an afternoon movie nearby. “It’ll … Continue reading Dining Out in 2024: A milestone →
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Unironically Rocking Out to Smash Mouth
My name is Ben Johnson, and I enjoy late 1990s top forty pop rock. It’s something I didn’t ever see coming, but now that I’ve said it out loud, it feels inevitable and — honestly — something of a relief to admit. It’s one less thing to give a fuck about as I inch closer … Continue reading Unironically Rocking Out to Smash Mouth →
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Holiday season at Bullock Distillery is special
Are you interested in some good whiskey from a stellar local business this holiday season? When you talk bourbon and other distilled spirits in Charleston, West Virginia, you should focus your attention on The Bullock Distillery. There’s no better spirits… Continue Reading… The post Holiday season at Bullock Distillery is special appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsappalachiacraft-beerdistilleriespodcastwest-virginiabourbon - news
A Tampa Bay Craft Beer Experience
Nicknamed the “Gulp Coast,” Tampa Bay boasts over 100 breweries, each with its own unique story and a passion for crafting delicious beer. Check out my adventures there during Tampa Bay Beer Week! The post A Tampa Bay Craft Beer Experience appeared first on 010 Beer Blog .
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Beers I Had While Listening To Pearl Jam
Few things pair better than great music and great beer. When diving into Pearl Jam’s catalog, whether you’re like every dude in the world and in a Ten kind of mood or feeling the depth of Vitalogy, you need the perfect beer in hand. I did have the perfect beer… it was called a beer. … Continue reading Beers I Had While Listening To Pearl Jam → The post Beers I Had While Listening To Pearl Jam appeared first on Mikey Top Pour .
by Mikey Seay4 viewsbeercraft-beerdrinking-session - news
Craft Lager Beers Good For Watching a Fight
Here’s a list of craft lagers that are perfect for a boxing match or any big event. These beers offer more depth and character while staying refreshing and easy to drink: If you don’t feel like searching around town for one of these give GoPuff a try and have one delivered. These options cater to … Continue reading Craft Lager Beers Good For Watching a Fight → The post Craft Lager Beers Good For Watching a Fight appeared first on Mikey Top Pour .
by Mikey Seay5 viewsbeercraft-beerdrinkinglagertips - news
Patio heaters gas: the best
It doesn’t matter if it’s your own patio, a beer garden, or an outdoor party in the Winter, it’s nice to have some patio heater gas or otherwise. Mikey Top Pour is here to help, but let’s keep it focused and look at the gas heaters.. I am a little biased as East Oak is … Continue reading Patio heaters gas: the best → The post Patio heaters gas: the best appeared first on Mikey Top Pour .
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Roundtable Discussion on WV Beer
Another Roundtable discussion podcast from West Virginia Beer Roads has dropped. For this Roundtable, Charles and Erin got together to talk about the state of craft beer and brewing in West Virginia — especially in the Charleston-Huntington region. This episode’s… Continue Reading… The post Roundtable Discussion on WV Beer appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewscraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiacharleston-wvhuntington - news
Oktoberfest in Big Bear Offers Strong Beer Selection
With an impressive beer selection, captivating Oompah band and round-the-clock contests and entertainment, Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest is one of the best!
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Charleston Nano puts candy in beer
An unexpected brewing direction is bringing some sweet business success to a local small brewery. Charleston Nano Brewery finds its candy flavored beers are attracting an enthusiastic new clientele to their Elk City neighborhood taproom. Candy in beer, sweeeeet. According… Continue Reading… The post Charleston Nano puts candy in beer appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiacandy-beercharleston-wv - news
Masters of sours, expansion planned
Today, the West Virginia Beer Roads podcast takes you to Huntington, WV, for a visit with folks at The Peddler brewpub. Charles and Erin have fun interviewing head brewer, Jay Fox, and assistant brewer, Jamal Carter. The Peddler excels in… Continue Reading… The post Masters of sours, expansion planned appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginia - news
Octoberfest 2024 Beer Tasting Notes and Favorites
Oktoberfest season has arrived and Oktoberfest beers are everywhere. On this episode of West Virginia Beer Roads, we review 12 Oktoberfest-style beers available in West Virginia. Podcast hosts Erin and Charles are joined by Chris Brown, president of the Kanawha… Continue Reading… The post Octoberfest 2024 Beer Tasting Notes and Favorites appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy2 viewscraft-beerpodcastreviewoktoberfest - news
Four fresh beers for drinking now
West Virginia Beer Roads podcast travels to Weathered Ground Brewery to talk beer with Sam Fonda. Fonda, WGB’s co-owner and head of their brewing operations, shared four fresh beers that are perfect for September drinking. We get into detail about:… Continue Reading… The post Four fresh beers for drinking now appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy2 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiacraft-beer-tourism - news
CBD for hangovers
Is CBD Good For Hangovers? Well, this is always going to be different for everyone but if you find one that hydrates then the answer is yes, there are CBDs that will help hangovers. Most CBDs are good for the puke feelings you might get too. I managed to find a CBD product that you … Continue reading CBD for hangovers → The post CBD for hangovers appeared first on Mikey Top Pour .
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Talking beer distributing with Dakota Farmer
It’s something totally new for a West Virginia Beer Roads podcast. For the first time, Erin McCoy and I have a beer distributor representative as our featured guest. We greatly enjoyed talking with Dakota Farmer, the Malt and Cider Division… Continue Reading… The post Talking beer distributing with Dakota Farmer appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewscraft-beerpodcastwest-virginia - news
Cigar City Brewing Maduro Brown Ale Review
It’s been a dozen+ years since we last reviewed Cigar City’s Maduro Brown Ale, so we thought, to hell with the new! Let’s go back to something that we always considered tried and true. Below are a few words about this beer taken from the Cigar City website: […]
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Fife does summer right in Charlie-West
The Charleston, WV, summer has been a hot one so far. With all this heat, it’s not been difficult to work up a thirst. So I’m thinking, I wonder how our downtown brewers are faring? To find out, Erin McCoy… Continue Reading… The post Fife does summer right in Charlie-West appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiacharleston-wvsummer-beer - news
Summer Beer Notes So Far: Green Cheek, Riip, Farewell ERB
The SCCBB interrupts his indolent summer sabbatical to share several discoveries and note the passing of a seminal L.A. craft brewery after 15 creative, innovative, and significant years.
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