Halethorpe, MD July 20, 2018
I started off this sour weekend with the Heavy Seas Raspberry Sour release. I met a few Society for the Preservation of Beer from the Wood (SPBW) friends at Heavy Seas’ Baltimore facility on a warm, sunny Friday afternoon. Continue reading A Sour Weekend
Happy Saturday! What a great week we’ve had here in Columbia, MD. I’ve been enjoying the beautiful sunny days and relatively cool weather with low humidity. But all things must end. The weatherman is predicting a week of rain lot s of rain headed our way today. Perfect weather for staying inside and catching up on the craft beer world. I’ve found a few articles for your amusement. Enjoy! Continue reading Beer Reads
For once, I welcome this hot summer Sunday. Why? Some friends and I will be conducting the 15th annual Columbia Tour du Pools where we bicycle to 23 pools (over 3 days) and swim a lap in each one. So, with all the jumping in and out of pools, hot is good, at least for today. Continue reading Beer Reads
Sorry for the radio silence. It has been a whirlwind 10 days. First, we spent the 4th of July evening watching the fireworks in Baltimore with the family. Next we drove to the Finger Lakes region for a bit of a family reunion and some camping. Continue reading Independence Day and the Finger Lakes
After a string of disappointing homebrews, I finally nailed one. Brian and I made an all grain Saison and it’s delicious! Continue reading Homebrew Success!
Baltimore, MD June 30, 2018
Despite a nasty heat wave and the Hawaiian shirt giveaway at Oriole Park, a steady stream of customers trickled into Checkerspot Brewing for their grand opening. Continue reading Checkerspot and Orioles Hawaiian Shirts
Early this morning, I’ll be harvesting potatoes from my garden. It is has been hot and dry, so I plan to water as well. Later, I’ll hide away in the A/C and watch a little World Cup soccer: it’s France vs. Argentina, then Uruguay vs. Portugal. Around 5:00 PM, I plan to drive into Baltimore for the Checkerspot Brewing’s Grand Opening. It’s open from 12 PM – 12 AM today.
I’ve discovered a few “beer reads” for your amusement on this 90° plus weekend. Enjoy.
Columbia, MD June 27, 2018
Wednesday night brought us back to Frisco Tap House. It was Terrapin Pint Night. I am a big fan of Terrapin Beer Co.’s beers, especially Moo-Hoo, their Yoo-Hoo flavored milk stout.
While watching Germany defeat Sweden in the World Cup with a last-minute goal, I cracked open my Father’s Day gift – Evil Twin Bushido. Bushido is an inventive Berliner Weisse style beer made with yuzu (Japanese citrus) and chili.
Summer is finally here. In celebration of long days and warm weather, I’ve discovered a few pieces of beer news to share. Enjoy them while curled up in a quiet place, sipping on your favorite beverage. Continue reading Beer Reads