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Craft brewer sellouts become as tone-deaf and underhanded as their new overlords. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 6, 2016
Great Taste Eve
Check out the burgeoning Madison beer scene the night before the best fest in country. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 9, 2016
Good Beer Makes Good Conversation
The effects of drinking beer worth talking about. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 19, 2016
The Beers of Walmart
The largest retailer in the world now has its own line of beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 20, 2016
Our Take on the Lagunitas-Heineken Deal
Fuck Lagunitas. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 14, 2015
The 50 Biggest Breweries In America in 2014
Same top 10 (13, actually) as last year. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 6, 2015
Beating a Dead Clydesdale
We pile on with some more thoughts about an obscene amount of money spent on a dying brand. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 9, 2015
Y’all Want Some Beer? Part II: Asheville
Nigel ventures South and experiences all phases of the craft beer revolution in America. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published January 19, 2015
Et tu, Founders?
Did one of the Midwest’s best craft breweries sell its soul? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 22, 2014
Baby Boy’s Got His Passport: Lookout Brewers!
Baby Boy has got himself a passport—to good craft beer. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published October 27, 2014
Baby-Boy’s Brewery Visit: The Round Barn Winery, Distillery, and Brewery
This western Michigan’s beers—and spirits—are worth checking out. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published September 30, 2014
Ya’ll Want Some Beer?
Nigel ventures South and experiences all phases of the craft beer revolution in America. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published September 2, 2014
Tips For The Great Taste
If you’re making the trip to Madison, here are three places to try. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 4, 2014
Baby-Boy’s Buffalo Brewery Visit
Go to hop school at Old First Ward Brewing. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published July 7, 2014
Rule Number One: Don’t Run Out Of Beer
There are some craft beer bars out there that need to take a refresher course in running a good business. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 30, 2014
The 50 Biggest Breweries In America, 2013 Edition
Not a lot of surprises on the latest list from the Brewers Association. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 7, 2014
Beer and TV, Together At Last
Esquire Network’s Brew Dogs is an entertaining showcase for craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 24, 2014
Minnie Destination
The frost-covered Big Apple of the Midwest is quickly becoming a beer town worth visiting. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 31, 2013
Deal With The Devil
No need for conniption fits over the Boulevard Brewing selling out to Duvel Moortgat. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 28, 2013
Midwest Winners At The 2013 Great American Beer Festival
For those who got in, at least. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 14, 2013
Growl And Grumble
Just fill the goddamn growler already, will you? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 3, 2013
Sour Pusses
Sour beers are the new IPAs, which is ironic on several levels. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 26, 2013
Weighing In
A few postulations about the craft beer market collapse, seasonal creep, and Bud-induced ER visits. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 18, 2013
Karma
A few brewers are pissed they didn’t get into this year’s GABF. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 17, 2013
What Makes A Great Beer Town, Anyway?
Grand Rapids winning Beer Town, USA got me to thinking about this existential question. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 28, 2013
Vaguely Weekly Beer News Roundup
In case you’ve been a coma for the last seven days or so. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 3, 2013
The 50 Biggest Breweries In America, 2012 Edition
The latest list from the Brewers Association. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 15, 2013
Roger Ebert, Beer Critic?
Our appreciation of beer and movies isn’t all that different. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 8, 2013
A Mutating Form Of Tavern Entertainment
What’s almost as important as a bar’s beer list? The jukebox. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 1, 2013
Offensively Non-offensive
Industrial beer and food aren’t made for flavor, but for maximizing shelf life and sales. [»]by Rings
Published March 27, 2013
Weekly Beer News Round Up
All the beer news that’s fit to reprint. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 22, 2013
Weekly News Roundup
What’s caught our interest in the world of beer this week. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 15, 2013
Bitter World
An IPA-heavy list of the 30 most purchased craft beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 10, 2013
Yeah, Those Bitches Luann Goes To School With Are Getting Pretty Preachy
No, wait, it's International Month at BeerDorks.com! [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 4, 2013
Tough Noogies
One sure fire way for brewers to build their brand in an increasingly diverse beer culture. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 7, 2013
Go West, Beer Dork Part II
Nigel’s journey West wraps up (finally) with plenty more craft beer surprises in some of America’s most remote outposts. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published December 17, 2012
No Bubbles Here
Craft beer is becoming more local, not a bubble that’s about to burst. [»]by Rings
Published December 3, 2012
Put The Grease In Your gravy
Power through the big flavors of Thanksgiving dinner with big ass beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 19, 2012
A Growing Menace
AB InBev’s worldwide clout is a threat to good beer everywhere. [»]by Rings
Published November 6, 2012
Midwest Winners At The 2012 Great American Beer Festival
Also known as the “everyone gets a medal” beer festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 16, 2012
Here’s to the Ladies
Craft beer, and history, proves that beer isn’t just for the guys. [»]by Rings
Published October 10, 2012
We’ve Got The Power
Devotees of small, independent breweries can help shape the quality of craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 17, 2012
Good for What Ales You
Don’t blame beer—especially craft beer—for your belly. [»]by Rings
Published September 4, 2012
Every Sale Matters
Don??t let shit beer makers steal your money. [»]by Rings
Published August 27, 2012
Go West, Beer Dork
A journey west yields many craft beer surprises for Nigel. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published August 20, 2012
Boom!
The popularity of craft beer is exploding. [»]by Rings
Published August 13, 2012
What It’s All About
The true value of craft beer is about the people who brew it. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 6, 2012
And The Beer Wars Continue
The ongoing battle for a global brand name is just one front among many in the beer wars. [»]by Rings
Published July 16, 2012
Show Some Independence And Drink Craft Beer
Down with the tyranny of shit beer! [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 2, 2012
The Power Of Beer
When beer becomes more than heavily marketed fizz water, it can be a revitalizing tonic for an entire community. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 11, 2012
A Good Problem To Have
With so many new craft breweries entering the market, you gotta wonder if all of them can make it. [»]by Rings
Published May 25, 2012
Those Were The Days
Craft beer’s exploding popularity can make it difficult to be a beer dork. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 21, 2012
Scarcity Tactics
Release events of hard-to-get beers are fun, but are brewers creating unrealistic expectations? [»]by Rings
Published May 14, 2012
The Biggest Breweries In America
The Brewers Association and their lists. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 23, 2012
Chicago
Finally, the Windy City is starting to become our kind of town. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 26, 2012
Why Craft Breweries Are the Best
Baby-boy makes a visit to Breckenridge’s Tasting Room. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published March 6, 2012
International Month Again?
Love you some Belgian and German brews, but make sure you know how they got here. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 6, 2012
Litter, Literally
On safari with Eddie Glick as he paws through the Midwest’s roadside garbage. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 23, 2012
An Addendum To The Myth Of The Magic Beer Truck
A new year is here and nothing has changed: what other people drink still matters. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 3, 2012
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
There's a way to support craft brewers that's even better than buying their beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 19, 2011
No More Pussyfooting Around
An American holiday deserves some big ass American beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 22, 2011
Wet And Wild
The results of Eddie’s very first wet hopped ale. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 14, 2011
BeerFridge—The iPhone App
You can finally carry your entire craft beer collection in your pocket. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 11, 2011
Midwest Winners at the 2011 GABF
All the Midwest winners and one loser at this year’s Great American Beer Festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 5, 2011
So Close, And Yet So Far To Go
Despite craft beer’s rise in popularity, too many places still offer nothing but crap. [»]by Rings
Published September 14, 2011
Wet
It’s hop harvest season, and there’s no better way to celebrate it than by brewing up a wet-hopped beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 29, 2011
Since I’m Too Lazy To Write, Here’s Something Else To Read
The best way to run a beer site is to leach off the hard work of others. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 22, 2011
The War’s Still Going On, Dear, And There’s No End That I Know
Big beer is taking the gloves off against craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 11, 2011
Beating A Dead Goose
A few more thoughts and comments on the Goose Island sellout to A-B InBev. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 6, 2011
Get Out Of The Way
Yes, you. Get the Hell out of the way. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 27, 2011
Goose Shit
Anheuser-Busch buying Goose Island sucks for consumers and craft brewers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 4, 2011
Goodbye And Good Luck
No need to fret when a “national” craft brand pulls out of the Midwest. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 22, 2011
The Decline of German Bierkulture
The reasons the storied beer culture of Germany is dying, and why there is still hope for a rejuvenation. [»]by Rings
Published March 8, 2011
Don’t Fear Big Beer
Imperial fill-in-the-style beers are not going to devour everything you hold dear. Seriously. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 1, 2011
Simply Good
Crazy new concoctions are great, but so are strong-but-steady stalwarts. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 12, 2011
Bitter Christmas
Nothing makes the silly season more tolerable like big Midwest craft beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 17, 2010
The 2010 BeerDorks.com Gift Giving Guide
In the spirit of the season, either buy some of this crap or go screw yourself. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 26, 2010
The Pursuit Of Craft Beer Attracts Critics
Sort-of ancient beer wisdom, one pint at a time. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 16, 2010
An Ode To Wheat
Mourning the seasonal passing of the ideal summer brew. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 5, 2010
A Scary List
Twenty horrifying beers to make your Halloween that much more creepier. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 29, 2010
Pancakes For Breakfast?
Put some fluff in your flapjacks with—what else—beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 27, 2010
Question For You
Am I holding a 22-ounce bomber or did my hand shrink? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 12, 2010
Midwest Winners at the 2010 GABF
A rundown of the Midwest’s winners, placers, and showers at the 2009 Great American Beer Festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 21, 2010
Master Of Our Domain
When it comes to beer, there is no place richer in creativity, excellence, and excitement than the United States. [»]by Rings
Published September 15, 2010
The Myth Of The Magic Beer Truck
Or, why you should care what other people drink. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 31, 2010
Because I Have Nothing Else To Bitch About—At The Moment
Is it just me, or are Oktoberfests out early this year? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 23, 2010
Just Another Freakin’ Hopservation
No rant this time, just some thoughts on the nature of the word “extreme” and what it has to do with hops. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 11, 2010
Oh You Damn Beer Snobs!
Why don’t we just get off our high horses and drink good old American beer? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 23, 2010
You Call It Shandy, I Call It Radler
There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot Midwest summer day than one of these beer and lemonade concoctions. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 6, 2010
A Successful Week
A chance encounter in an out of the way watering hole made American Craft Beer Week immensely rewarding. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 14, 2010
Overheard
If you keep your ears open and your eyes shut, you can hear a lot of beer knowledge … or lack thereof. [»]by Rings
Published June 1, 2010
It’s A Celebration
No excuses: go out to your local brewery this week and raise a toast with (and to) craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 17, 2010
How The Hell Old Is Beer, Anyway?
You hear a lot of numbers getting thrown around about beer’s year of origin, but which one’s correct? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 10, 2010
What’s On Tap?
The answer to that question is only getting better and better. [»]by Rings
Published April 29, 2010
Don’t Fret, Home Brew
On Dark Lord Day, it’s time to reflect on why craft beer won’t go the way of overpriced wine. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 24, 2010
The 50 Biggest Breweries In America
Because everyone likes a good list. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 15, 2010
Crazy Eddie’s Bitter Beer Mustard
Put some yell in your yellow with one key ingredient: beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 13, 2010
Midwest Winners Of The 2010 World Beer Cup
Check out this year’s winners at the 2010 World Beer Cup, held in Chicago, Illinois. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 12, 2010
Chill Haze
Publicans new to the good beer revolution: thanks for that tap handle of craft brew, but, please, hold the frosted glass. [»]by Rings
Published April 5, 2010
Badge Of Dishonor
Buying and drinking macro swill out of fear of looking like a beer snob is the height of dumbassery. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 29, 2010
Pennsylvania Horror
Who knew that the home to modern democracy could be so fascist when it comes to beer? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 11, 2010
Another Dork To Call Our Own
The Beer Dorks welcome another contributor into the fold with a trip to the Michigan Brew Brewers Guild Winter Beer Festival. [»]by Rings
Published March 8, 2010
Beer On Ice
How frickin’ awesome was the Canadian women’s hockey team’s beer-drinkin’, cigar-chompin’, on-ice gold medal celebration? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 1, 2010
Super Suckfest
The fact that it’s a vehicle for shit beer ads isn’t the only reason why the Super Bowl is super crappy. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 5, 2010
Live Every Month Like It’s International Month
Where, for one month, at least, we’re kind of like Magellan except with beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 2, 2010
Sacrifices
Getting a skunked beer every now and then is a tiny price to pay in order to enjoy the wide varieties of splendor that is craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 20, 2010
Holy History, Batman!
Why is it big chunks of history about beer and brewing get not only ignored, but even denied? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 11, 2010
This Is Not A List Of The Year’s Most Interesting Beer Stories
Definitely, positively, swear-on-grannie’s-grave not such a list. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 30, 2009
Give The Man A Beer!
If I worked all frickin’ night and no one offered me a beer, I’d probably crap in someone’s stocking. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 24, 2009
Holy Shit, Molson Coors Invents Tiny Fucking Bubbles
Wow! [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 25, 2009
No Oatmeal This Year!
Eddie Glick pulls ranks in order to get a decent Thanksgiving meal this year. Paired with Midwest craft beer, of course. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 20, 2009
This Water Is Making Me Thirsty
Faithful readers, you probably know some dumb asshole who willingly drinks ultra-light “beer.” [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 11, 2009
Beans, Beans, The Beer-Friendly, Uh, Legume
Take a beans side dish to another stratosphere with a healthy dose of yummy, malty beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 19, 2009
October Doesn’t Suck Either
There are plenty of beer-related reasons to love this blustery, gloomy month. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 1, 2009
Midwest Winners at the 2009 GABF
A rundown of the Midwest’s winners, placers, and showers at the 2009 Great American Beer Festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 28, 2009
Brewpub Etiquette
Why would someone go to a brewpub to not drink beer? And why would brewers not want to serve their own product? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 21, 2009
Drink To Your Health
Give up beer for your diet? Maybe you should give up your diet for beer. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published September 8, 2009
An Ode To A Summer Beer
Nothing reminds you of a summer thankfully long gone more than a scorchingly bitter beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 4, 2009
September Doesn’t Suck
Oktoberfest brews are the perfect panacea for those end-of-summer blahs. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 31, 2009
Home Brewing Is For Heroes
Making just a single batch of home-brewed beer will send you down the path toward enlightenment. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 26, 2009
Blue Laws Blow
Laws on the books to enforce religious—or worse, political—views are just plain bullshit. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 18, 2009
Great Taste Of The Midwest Preview
Whether this is your first Great Taste or you’re a seasoned pro, use the opportunity to check out some of these underrated breweries. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 6, 2009
Breakfast For Dessert?!?
The best beer dessert of all time is a beer float with real vanilla ice cream and Founders Breakfast Stout. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 6, 2009
Beer On The Brain
When you spend every waking minute thinking about beer, you tend to see it in the unlikeliest of places. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 3, 2009
Taxation On Fermentation
No, this isn’t a rant against proposed beer taxes. It’s an examination of the “whys” and the “hows” behind them. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 20, 2009
Perfectly Good Beer
Although your local brew pub might not be the next great Midwest brewery, remember that it’s locally made and far better than industrial swill. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 1, 2009
What’s Your Most Popular Beer?
How drinking craft beer can help repair the increasingly tenuous link between popularity and merit in American culture. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 18, 2009
Voting Results For The Midwest 2009 Brewery Power Rankings
With no shocks in this year’s results, we’re going to assume the drunk voting was held to a minimum. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 8, 2009
Time To Grill
Summer is the season of grilling, and nothing goes better with grilled fare than all kinds of Midwest craft beer. [»]by Kaitlyn Logue
Published May 26, 2009
Vote In The 2009 Midwest Brewery Power Rankings
We actually pay attention to—albeit only once a year—what other people think. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 13, 2009
The Bitter Truth
Fancy yourself a hophead? Learn the nuances of tasting the so-called “spice” of beer. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published May 12, 2009
The Dorks Do Declare
The Beer Dorks put their John Hancocks on the Declaration of Beer Independence in honor of American Craft Beer Week. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 11, 2009
Run For Your Lives! A Beer Dork Is On The Loose!
Lost in Australia, Eddie Glick wanders around Tasmania looking for beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 6, 2009
Gimme A Bite Of That Vegemite Sandwich
Only Eddie Glick could accidentally wind up in Australia. But since he’s there, he might as well try the local craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 13, 2009
It’s The Economy Beer, Stupid
The media claims the economy is all gloom and doom, but us Dorks know that craft beer is alive and kicking. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published March 30, 2009
The New Breed
As International Month wraps up here at BeerDorks.com, we’d like to introduce you to what may be the next generation of great European breweries. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 28, 2009
Oink + Maibock = Yum
In this inaugural beer and food article, learn about the sublime pairing of the best pig parts and spring’s quintessential brew, maibock. [»]by Kaitlyn Logue
Published February 23, 2009
Grab A Foreigner—Beer, That Is
Get out there and try an international brew, but remember: freshness counts. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 17, 2009
Fire, Revisited … Again
Before we close the door on the theory that the Autumnal Fire recipe has been cranked, or even tweaked, let’s hear it from the horse’s patoot. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 9, 2009
Alien Beer
It’s international month at BeerDorks.com as we look at the great historical brews and new breed of craft beer from around the globe. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 2, 2009
Beers I Have Known
Everyone’s got a handful of those “touchstone beer moments” that help define what kind of beer dork one really is. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 26, 2009
Feel The Fire
Eddie and Jug finally and semi-definitively prove whether Capital Brewery?s Autumnal Fire recipe has been tweaked?or wrenched?from year to year. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 12, 2009
’Tis Better To Give, THEN You Can Receive!
A home brewing kit for the first-time brewer is a gift that’ll keep on giving—to you, hopefully. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published December 21, 2008
Is This Year Over Yet?
Suicide at this time of year is trite, so let’s instead spend time with our insane families and peruse end-of-the-year lists. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 16, 2008
At Least Snoopy Served Popcorn
Even if you’re stuck eating oatmeal for Thanksgiving like Eddie this year, make the meal enjoyable by pairing it with Midwest craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 24, 2008
They Should Put Beer Fridges In The Voting Booths
A rundown of beer issues that only a truly great president would address. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 5, 2008
Beat The Devil
It’s a little-known but proven fact that the best defense against ghosts and goblins is Midwest craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 28, 2008
The Four Letter Word
Beer “snob” is such an ugly, dirty word. But we prefer the term “dork.” [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 20, 2008
Midwest Winners at the 2008 GABF
A rundown of the Midwest’s best of the best at the 2008 Great American Beer Festival. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published October 12, 2008
Beer Goblins
Is this year’s batch of pumpkin-enhanced beers from the Midwest a trick or a treat? [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published October 8, 2008
Back In The GR
Most folks wouldn’t go on a multi-state beer run. But most folks get out of the basement more than twice a year. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 24, 2008
A Beer Fridge Of Your Own
Introducing a kick ass new feature that you can use to keep track of all those wonderful craft brews you’ve got scattered around your life: Beer Fridge. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 15, 2008
Beer, My Sweet
Explore what exactly makes a beer taste sweet in this first installment of an occasional series that will (hopefully) take your beer knowledge a step further: Beer 201. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 8, 2008
Dark Beer Faux Pas
Jug Dunningan’s quest to eliminate the term “dark beer” from the philistine dialect. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published September 2, 2008
Go For The Gusto—Just Don’t Blow A Nut
The return of the “nostalgic” Schlitz recipe is another object lesson in why beer shouldn’t be treated as just another product. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 25, 2008
Things To Do In California When You’re Dead … Or At Least Not At The Great Taste
Although visiting the roots of craft brewing is a noble endeavor, it still isn't worth missing the Midwest’s best and brightest brewfest. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 18, 2008
The Great Taste Of The Midwest: A Fest Done Right
The Madison Homebrewers and Tasters Guild hits it on the head with the best Great Taste to date. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published August 11, 2008
Books ’n’ Beer
Get your ass metaphysically schooled with some Beer Dorks recommended reading. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 4, 2008
Northwest By Midwest
The 21st Annual Oregon Brewers Festival gets a strong taste of Midwest craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 28, 2008
Clip That Grass, Then Raise A Glass
Ten solid Midwest lawnmower beers to whet your whistle this summer. [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published July 23, 2008
Crisitunity
Eddie Glick proves his insanity by saying the problems facing craft brewers today are a good thing. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 10, 2008
Water, Water Everywhere, So Let’s All Have A Drink
Most of the breweries in the Midwest are safe after more historic flooding. [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published June 26, 2008
Summer Beer Conundrums
Asking a beer dork what brews to get for a summer cookout could turn into a loaded question. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 19, 2008
Reusing Yeast
Take control of your home brew?and be a cheap skate?by resurrecting your yeast batch after batch. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published June 9, 2008
The Bitter Billboard
Nigel and Eddie spout their bloated opinions on the best IPAs to be found in the Midwest. [»]by Nigel Tanner and Eddie Glick
Published June 2, 2008
Mythologized
Don’t let the manufactured hype of the masses influence your beer tastes. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 27, 2008
Party’s Over
As the interest in craft beer skyrockets, it’s time for fest organizers to adjust to the crowds. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 13, 2008
Evolution Of A Beer Dork
Much like the Phoenix rising from the ashes, Nigel rose from the evil influences of shit beer and became a certified Beer Dork. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published May 5, 2008
Midwest World Beer Cup Winners
A quick rundown of the Midwest’s medal winners in the 2008 World Beer Cup. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 20, 2008
Make It Better With Beer
Sure, it’s trendy, but the fact is pairing good Midwestern craft brews with food makes eating almost as enjoyable as drinking beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 15, 2008
Why Is That One-Eyed Cat Walking Backwards?
The Brewers Association annual top 50 list got us to thinking: when is a craft brewer not really a craft brewer? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 9, 2008
In Celebration Of Slowly Peeling Off A Skanky Band-Aid
Celebrate—and appreciate—the first step in the repeal of Prohibition by drinking a low-ABV Midwest craft brew … if you can find one. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 7, 2008
An Open Letter Of Advice To New Holland Brewing Company
Re: Suing the asses off of those shit beer producers in St. Louis, Missouri [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 25, 2008
Death And Rebirth In A World Of Darkness
Easter, pagans, Top Gun, yeast, and other strangeness on the vernal equinox. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 20, 2008
Scotchtoberfest
St. Patrick’s Day has been lost to the bead-wearing idiots, so celebrate a different kilt-lifting holiday with better beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 14, 2008
We’ve Got Some Floaters Here
Checking out some live beer at the Night of the Living Ales in Chicago. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 10, 2008
Have A Beer And Vote, But Don??t Vote For Beer
As much as we love the nectar of the gods, the idea of voting for the candidate you ??most want to have a beer with? is just plain stupid. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published March 6, 2008
Two Gruits Fat And Thin
Jug shares the results of his great herbal beer experiment. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published February 26, 2008
Voting Results For The Midwest Brewery Power Rankings
Bell’s takes home the viewers’ vote, while the Beer Dorks are split. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 19, 2008
It’s Hops, It’s Barley, It’s A Meal
The legacy of Earl Butz and the industrialization of what we eat and drink. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 14, 2008
Vote In The Midwest Brewery Power Rankings
Forget “Super Tuesday.” We’re talking beer here. Vote on the Midwest’s most important beer producers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 10, 2008
Loving Cocktails In A Beer Dork’s World
Living with a beer dork can, in fact, have a downside, other than no room in the fridge for anything but beer … [»]by
Published February 4, 2008
Just Gruit
If the hop shortage is giving you the home brew blues, spice things up with an herbal beer. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published January 27, 2008
Get Outta My Back Yard
Why import Fat Tire all the way from Colorado when we have plenty of great amber brews here in the Midwest? [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 21, 2008
A Tale Of Two Cs
Getting to know the Centennial hop through two great Midwest IPAs. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 9, 2008
2008: A Beer Odyssey
Ring in 2008 with a good beer, and keep it coming throughout the year. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published December 31, 2007
’Tis The Season To Get Jolly
Can’t seem to find that perfect gift? Facing a weekend with the in-laws? Sounds like you need beer, my friend! [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published December 19, 2007
The Darkest Night
Screw Christmas and celebrate the winter solstice like our ancestors did: with beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 16, 2007
The Two Faces Of Faux Craft Beer
They might not be flat-out lying to you, but big beer sure is being disingenuous when it comes to promoting their “craft” beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 9, 2007
Everlasting Fire
Taste testing three years of Capital Brewing’s Autumnal Fire side by side by side. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 26, 2007
Fruit Beer Manifesto
When it comes to craft fruit beers, using juice additives instead of actual fruit is a total sellout. [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published November 19, 2007
Liquid Gold
You think gas prices are bad? Get ready for higher prices on your favorite brews. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published November 8, 2007
Extreme Misnomer
Today’s new big, exotic beers are really just a return to brewing’s roots. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 24, 2007
Coiller Does Not Rock
What you as a beer dork can do about the Coors-Miller merger. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 18, 2007
Homebrew For Humanity
Celebrate the anniversary of the law that helped spark the craft beer revolution. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published October 14, 2007
Midwest Medal Winners At The 2007 GABF
A rundown of Midwest brewery medal winners at the 2007 Great American Beer Festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 13, 2007
Beer Fest, Mad-City Style
The Beer Dorks conquer the 14th Annual Quivey’s Grove Beer Fest [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published October 11, 2007
Iowa City Madness
Jill and Baby-boy tear it up at the 12th annual Iowa City Brew Fest [»]by Jill Jaracz and Baby-Boy Jackson
Published October 4, 2007
Smoked
A quality beer experience must supercede all. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 17, 2007
A Eulogy In Beer
A tribute to the passing of a true beer pioneer and champion: Michael Jackson. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 4, 2007
Title Town, U.S.A.
Resident homebrew specialist Jug Dunningan goes brewpub hopping in Green Bay. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published August 28, 2007
Ten Years Of Beer
Two Brothers celebrates a milestone anniversary. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 17, 2007
Bitter Love … Kind Of Like Hops!
Five things we love and hate about the Great Taste of the Midwest. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 12, 2007
Here’s A Rating For You: Wine Sucks
How to use the Beer Dorks’ craft beer reviews. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published August 7, 2007
Beware Of Belgians Bearing Hoppy Gifts, Naturally
Eddie Glick goes to the Pacific Northwest to check out the 20th annual Oregon Brewers Festival. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 30, 2007
Happy Frickin’ Anniversary
Midwest craft brewers are releasing specialty brews to celebrate some significant anniversaries. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 18, 2007
Tailgate To Heaven
Enjoy a Midwestern summer tradition in true Beer Dorks style. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published July 11, 2007
American Wheat What What
Eddie Glick runs down a panoply of Midwest wheat beers and which ones will best suit your personality. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published July 4, 2007
Dancing With The Devil In GR
In which Eddie Glick concludes his American Craft Beer Week road trip with a stop in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Third of three parts. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 23, 2007
I’ve Got A Beer In Kalamazoo
In which Eddie Glick continues his American Craft Beer Week road trip by visiting Bell’s Eccentric Cafe. Second of three parts. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 16, 2007
Lagged Fermentations Are More Than A Delay
Follow Jug’s simple yeast-pitching techniques to prevent your next batch of home brew from becoming a playground for bacterial beasties. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published June 9, 2007
Munster, Baby, Munster
In which Eddie Glick embarks on a Midwest brewery odyssey to celebrate American Craft Beer Week. The first of three parts. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published June 2, 2007
Drinkin’, Dark Continent Style
On safari with Sprecher’s funky African-style ales. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published May 10, 2007
My Beer Fridge Is Cooler Than Your Beer Fridge
Limited release, rare craft brews are one highlight of America’s new golden age of beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 26, 2007
Homebrew Epiphany: The Scratch Batch
Letting your spontaneity and creativity run wild is a fun way to potentially stumble across a masterpiece. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published April 12, 2007
April Is Anti-A-B Month
Tell the King of Shit Beers where they can shove their swill all April long … and possibly longer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published April 5, 2007
SnowBeerDorks Allowed
If you choose to winter in Florida, you’ll still have good beer. [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published March 22, 2007
It’s My Bock, Brew Your Own!
Early spring is the time of the mai bock, a noble brew with a rich tradition that suits Midwestern weather perfectly. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published March 15, 2007
Get Your Irish On With Midwest Craft Beer, But Hold The Beads
A side-by-side comparison of two Irish ales to enjoy this St. Patrick?s Day. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published March 8, 2007
Do Yourself A Favor And Have A Beer, Dammit
More and more scientific studies are saying that drinking quality craft brews has a plethora of health benefits. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published March 1, 2007
Need Good Head?
Some simple tricks and techniques to get the best head on your home brew. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published February 22, 2007
Surviving the Axis of Evil
Nigel’s life in a small Midwestern town where shit beer rules. [»]by Nigel Tanner
Published February 15, 2007
Beertown Of The Midwest
Madison, Wisconsin is quickly becoming the premier destination for Midwest craft beer. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published February 8, 2007
Low Carb Beer?
Say goodbye to crappy macro light beers by brewing your own low-carb frankenstein. [»]by Jug Dunningan
Published February 3, 2007
Anheuser-Busch To Import More Shit Beer Into The U.S.
The makers of Bud Light and other shit beers will be importing China’s Harbin Lager. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published January 22, 2007
‘I Used To Run But I Kept Spilling My Imperial Stout’ Isn’t An Excuse To Hang On To That Beer Gut
Shaving off or staving off Dunlap’s Disease—better known as the beer gut—is easier than you might expect, with a little exercise and using that magic word: moderation. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published December 31, 2006
Midwest Brewery Power Rankings
The Beer Dorks’ very first power rankings find Three Floyds on top by a hair. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 18, 2006
The Beer Guy Always Rings Twice
John’s Grocery is willing to ship great craft brews to just about anywhere in America, as long as you call them up and talk beer with them first. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published December 7, 2006
Know Thy Beer
Thinking of ordering up a pint of that new craft brew your local pub just got in? Know before you buy—you may just be getting a repackaged macro. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published December 2, 2006
The Importance Of Style
In a perfect world, we wouldn't need beer styles. In a perfect world, someone would have invented the poopless dog, too. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published November 16, 2006
One Belluva Problem
Two (well, three, actually) sides to the mess that led to Bell's Brewing pulling out of the Illinois market. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published November 6, 2006
Enemies Of Homogeneity
The Beer Dorks’ whack-job manifesto. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 18, 2006
Chutzpah or Beer?
Checking out a Kosher microbrew. [»]by Jill Jaracz
Published October 11, 2006
Drink Historical
A brief but enlightening beer tour of history-rich Philadelphia. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published October 6, 2006
Eternal Oktober
A rundown of some of the Midwest's best-known Oktoberfest beers. [»]by Eddie Glick
Published September 18, 2006
Chips and Beer, Together At Last
Taking some whack-job's beer-and-potato fusion for a drunken test drive. [»]by Baby-Boy Jackson
Published May 6, 2006
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