A firsthand account of an evening spent in soul-destroying company that would have been even worse were it not for a free flow of Gulpener.
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Free Brewer, Free Country
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Not A Girly Drink?
An exploration of feminine influences in ancient brewing practices that began with a readiness to give the Cherry Chouffe a chance.
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An Alternative Alhambra Tale
Travel log of a visit to Granada, home of the Alhambra and source of some fine brews that were named in its honour.
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The Störtebeker Saga
A résumé of a legendary figure from German folklore and the brewery that bears his name, set against the backdrop of the Hanseatic League.
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A Bridge of Bavarian Beers
An homage to some of the Bavarian beers capable of bridging a generation gap, drawing special attention to a pair of stellar specimens.
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Get Your Story Straight
A series of succinct reviews on some of the Netherlands’ up-and-coming craft breweries and the identities they choose to portray.
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That Time of Year
How does one mark the coming of Spring? By stepping out into the sunshine and cracking open a bottle of Tripel Karmeliet, of course!
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The Battle of the Belgian Blondes
Affligem Blond vs. Leffe Blond – Which of these fine Belgian Blondes would prove to be the more welcome distraction during a “hard lockdown”?
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A Day in Berlin
A detailed reconstruction of a tour of East Berlin on foot, featuring Flensburger Pilsener, Rothaus Tannenzäpfle and Augustiner Helles.
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A Delicate Balance
A condensed recollection of an irksome adventure at the Vietnamese coast, initiated by an appreciation of Saigon Special lager beer.