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Why Craft Brewers Are Migrating From Cities to Suburbs

Imbibe Magazine

While urban and rural breweries saw production volumes drop 4 and 5 percent, respectively, from 2022 to 2023, according to the Brewers Association, suburban craft breweries stayed flat by bubbling up close to homes. The economic grass is a little greener in the suburbs.

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Champagne-Style ‘Bière Brut’ Is a Rarity, Despite Its Cork-Popping Appeal

VinePair

Made with pilsner malt from Belgiums Castle Malting and Saaz-like hops from Flanders, Gde takes its name both from its founders nickname and the name of the town in which it is brewed, Godewaersvelde, home to the Mont des Cats Trappist Monastery. Champagne is my earth. It is in my blood. But beer is more something I discovered.

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The 22 Best Non-Alcoholic Beers for 2024

VinePair

According to Global Market Insights , the NA beer market was valued at over $22 billion in 2022, and is expected to nearly double over the next 10 years. Rick’s Near Beer Hazy IPA Austin, Texas Rick’s Near Beer was founded in 2022 by former owner of Austin’s Hops & Grain Brewing Josh Hare. Although U.S.

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We Asked 22 Brewers: What’s the Best New Beer of 2023?

VinePair

This New Zealand-style pilsner is dry hopped with Rakau, Nelson Sauvin, and Motueka, all grown by Freestyle Hops, who are putting out some of the best hops in the world. But my favorite beers from them are not their hoppy IPAs (although I do love me an STS Pilsner). They also have one of the best teams of people you could meet.

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The Drinks Brands You Can Expect to See at the 2024 Olympics

VinePair

Corona After news broke late last year that Asahi would be pulling its Pilsner Urquell sponsorship from the 2024 games, AB InBev is filling the void with Corona Cero: the NA version of the beloved Mexican lager. Corona Cero will also serve as the International Olympic Committee’s global beer sponsor in 2026 and 2028. Fieldwork Brewing Co.

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The 19 Best New Breweries of the Year, According to Beer Pros

VinePair

To find the most noteworthy newcomers of the moment, we asked beer professionals — production staff, writers, educators, bar owners, and more — about their favorite 2023 arrivals (breweries that opened in December 2022 as well as existing brands that debuted a physical facility were also eligible for consideration). is your spot.”

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The World’s Top 10 Beer Destinations for 2024

VinePair

While savoring the sight, sip on a hazy IPA or the Farm Hand Saison, made with homegrown pilsner malt, honey, and foraged elderflower. Cargo Brewery also produces lagers, pilsners, IPAs, and ales, and this year plans to open a beer hall that will serve as an events space and production venue for beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks.

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