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Birds Fly South Would Like to Remind You: Saison Lives

South Carolina’s Birds Fly South is introducing new, more approachable beers while going from strength to strength on their mixed-fermentation and farmhouse-inspired ales. As it turns out, IPA and saison have a lot to learn from each other.

Recipe: This One Time In England Ordinary Cask Bitter

This English-style bitter recipe is quick to produce, tasty, and ideal for trying out cask ale at home.

Video Tip: Adding Knockout Hops and Aroma-Boosting Enzymes at Alvarado Street

J.C. Hill explains the process that Alvarado Street Brewing follows in adding knockout hops and exogenous enzymes to its award-winning IPAs.

BY: J.C. Hill

Brewing and Conditioning Cask Ale at Home, Simplified

You don’t need tall tales or fancy firkins to brew, serve, and enjoy great cask ale at home. Josh Weikert lays out some simple, low-cost methods involving gear you probably already have.

Podcast Episode 217: North Park Beer’s Kelsey McNair Is Making Better West Coast IPA By Tinkering with Hazies

It’s hard enough to win a GABF medal in an IPA category. In 2021, North Park Beer won two—one hazy, one West Coast. Founder Kelsey McNair discusses their dogged approach to improvement and new techniques to maximize the flavor and impact of hops.

Piwna Stopa in Poznan Has Your Smoked Sausages and Baltic Porters

From our Love Handles department for beer bars we love: This warm, eccentric pub in Poland is ideal for settling in and getting to know the work of independent Polish brewers.

Critic's List: Samer Khudairi’s Best in 2021

The Boston-based writer and keen food-and-drink observer of New England and beyond shares his highlights from the past year.

Critic's List: Jamie Bogner’s Best in 2021

The cofounder and editorial director of Craft Beer & Brewing shares his standout beers and trends noted from another challenging year.

Critic's List: Joe Stange’s Best in 2021

After a long year, as opportunities to travel begin to blink back into existence, our managing editor shares his most memorable beers and experiences.

Could Digital Printing Be the Lifeline that Craft Beer Needs?

With greater flexibility for small breweries and a model that caters to the craft market, digital printing of cans is set to grow quickly.