Goose Island The Illinois

Goose Island The Illinois

Recently I’d tweeted a link to a quick little write up I’d posted back in 2012 about a bottle of Goose Island Imperial IPA that had been in the cellar since 2007.  The social media folks at Goose Island reached out to me and sent a couple bottles of their... Read More
Beer Cap Collector Shadow Box

Beer Cap Collector Shadow Box

Craft beer drinking and collecting seem to go hand-in-hand.  We collect bottles, growlers, labels, glassware, brewery swag, beer fest programs, and of course, bottle caps.  We collect dozens of those little metal tops from all of our favorite breweries, usually with... Read More
For The Love Of Hops

For The Love Of Hops

We all know the 4 ingredients that make up most beers.  Of those, it would seem that most like hops best.  Those tiny cones that burst with flavors and aromas from bitter to fruity.  With new and interesting varieties popping up each year, there is an almost endless... Read More
B.O.B. Bottle Opener Cutting Board

B.O.B. Bottle Opener Cutting Board

Bottle openers everywhere.  And why not?  They’re awesome.  Those little beer gadgets get us into bottles of our favorite beverage!  Pop a top and you’re drink in’ good.  The problem is, while we have a ton of them, they never seem to be there when... Read More
Ballast Point Brewing Sea Monster Imperial Stout

Ballast Point Brewing Sea Monster Imperial Stout

Ballast Point Brewing out in California has recently expanded into additional markets. Craft beer drinkers are thrilled to see their brewing including their well known favorites like Sculpin IPA and Victory At Sea. Another Ballast Point great that is nice to see on... Read More
Kegbot: Tablet-Powered Beer Kegerator

Kegbot: Tablet-Powered Beer Kegerator

Kegerators rock.  What craft beer lover wouldn’t want to have cold beer on tap at home all the time?  Your favorite beer is readily available and no pesky bottle caps to open to get it.  But what happens when the keg suddenly runs out?  And what if you could... Read More
Legless Pirate Bottle Opener & Corkscrew

Legless Pirate Bottle Opener & Corkscrew

Most of us craft beer lovers are prepared to open bottles of brew with plenty of bottle openers.  While we might be prepared for opening bottle tops, are you ready when you come across a Belgian bottle that uses a cork instead?  Foil cutter and corkscrew?  The Legless... Read More
Spin Chill Beer Chiller

Spin Chill Beer Chiller

There’s nothing quite like a cold beer.  Flavorful and delicious, it really hits the spot on a hot day (or any day).  Though a cold one is always welcome, we’ve all had experiences where we’ve found ourselves with less than cool brew.  We throw the... Read More
Naked Beer Labels For Homebrewers

Naked Beer Labels For Homebrewers

For many of us that love craft beer, brewing our own beer seems a logical next step.  Who wouldn’t want to make their own right?  As many of us know, once that hobby starts, soon you’re brewing all the time and the bottles start piling up.  An issue many... Read More
Rustic Beer Tote

Rustic Beer Tote

Beer is a very social beverage.  There’s nothing like getting together with a group of friends and sharing some great conversation, great laughs, and great beer.  Craftbeer drinkers often host tastings and other beer get togethers to share their beer and their... Read More