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.
Categories
Free Brewer, Free Country
Author: Christopher Andel
Born in Bangkok to a Dutch father and German mother, Christopher has spent much of his life pedalling back and forth between Europe and South East Asia. A true ‘Jack of all trades’, he has worked as an environmental consultant, language tutor, and roadie for the Chippendales, just to name a few. He currently resides in the Netherlands and is patiently plotting a return to greener pastures.
Categories
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.
Categories
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.
Categories
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.
Categories
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.