Highlighting eco-friendly alcohol brands celebrating Earth Day. It details organic wines, craft beers, and sustainable spirits that utilise green practices, such as using local ingredients and eco-friendly packaging. Tips for serving and stories of innovative production methods enhance the appeal of these environmentally conscious choices.
Explore the world’s iconic beer styles: crisp lagers, quintessential British ales, robust stouts and porters, quirky Belgian beers, and refreshing wheat beers. This guide offers a sip through the diverse flavours of these beers and suggests ideal food pairings, making it a must-read for both newbies and connoisseurs.
The craft beer movement is making waves in non-traditional markets around the globe, infusing local flavours and fostering community. This global trend highlights the universal appeal of artisanal brews, showcasing innovative brewing techniques and the passion of local brewers, and redefining beer culture with a touch of local heritage.
The article explores dessert beers, a niche blending brewing craft with dessert flavours like chocolate, caramel, and fruit. Highlighting the creativity in craft brewing, it suggests dessert beers as both standalone treats and meal companions, emphasising the enjoyment of these indulgent beverages in proper glassware and their potential for ageing.
Exploring the craft of beer hopping, this article dives into the essential role hops play in brewing, comparing them to nature’s spice cabinet. Highlighting the variety of hoppy beers, perfect food pairings, and tips for storage and serving, it’s an inviting guide for both seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers.
Embark on a global tour of the quirkiest drinks, from Peru’s saliva-fermented Chicha de Jora to Russia’s bread-based Kvass. With insights from experts and a nod to cultural traditions, this April Fools’ Day special invites readers to explore the world’s most unusual beverages with an open mind and adventurous spirit.
This article delves into how terroir—the unique environmental conditions of a specific place—affects craft beer brewing, imbuing distinct flavours influenced by soil, climate, and local ingredients. Brewers like Johnny Beersmith of Hops & Glory Brewery are embracing terroir to create beers that encapsulate the essence of their origins, offering a sip that’s a journey through the British countryside.
Exploring the UK’s craft cider renaissance, this article delves into various cider styles and flavours, from the crispness of Kentish ciders to the robustness of Somerset scrumpy. Highlighting cider’s versatility, food compatibility, and serving tips, it presents an engaging overview for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Exploring beer and cheese pairings reveals a delightful British culinary tradition, blending robust stouts with blue cheese, hoppy pale ales with cheddar, and wheat beers with goat cheese. Proper storage and service enhance the experience, inviting a journey through rich flavours and textures that reflect the UK’s diverse and deep culinary heritage.
Celebrating International Women’s Day, this article highlights the impact of women-led breweries in the UK. Featuring Wild Card Brewery, Burnt Mill Brewery, and Fierce Beer Co., it emphasises the innovation and diversity women bring to brewing. It also offers tips for enjoying these beers and supports a more inclusive industry.