I’ve had my fair share of Evolution brews, but the Lucky 7 Porter has officially taken the top spot as my favorite so far. The fact that Brewery is from my home state just adds to the enjoyment.

Hey beer friends, if you’re like me a die-hard stout enthusiast who lights up at the sight of anything dark, roasty, and chocolatey, you know the thrill of discovering a new one.

The Verdict: Smooth, Mild, and Easy-Going

Looking for a beer that hits that sweet spot between a refreshing cream ale and a decadent dessert? Kentucky Vanilla Barrel Cream Ale by Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. is a staple in the world of barrel-aged brews. I recently sat down with a cold one to see if it lives up to the hype.

There are "coffee beers," and then there is Founders Breakfast Stout.

Look, we all know where I stand. Generally, if it has "IPA" on the label, I’m headed in the opposite direction. But my boss handed me a free can, and as the old saying goes: if it’s free, it’s for me.  I went into this expecting a glass of liquid pine needles and regret. I came away... actually kind of surprised? Score: 5.2 Location: Lexington, VA ABV:7.1 The "Not So Bitter" Truth Usually, IPAs feel like a punch to the tongue with all that heavy, resinous bitterness. Naughty

Today, I’m diving into a personal favorite style of mine—the Red Ale. Specifically, the legendary Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale . If you’ve spent any time exploring the world of stouts, you know that Guinness  is the undisputed king. It’s rich, iconic, and consistently amazing. So, it stands to reason: if the folks at St. James’s Gate know how to master a dark stout, why wouldn't their other offerings be just as impressive? Score: 8.2 Location: Kilkenny, Ireland ABV: 4.5 Why I Lo

Reviewing Rhinegeist’s "Dad" Beer I stumbled upon a real gem recently at The West End  in Quakertown, PA. If you haven't been, it's one of those local spots that always seems to have something interesting on tap. I had never heard of Rhinegeist Brewery  before, but the name of the beer— "Dad" —and the promise of a "Hoppy Holiday Ale" was enough to make me pull the trigger. Score: 7.7 Location: Cincinnati, OH ABV: 6.0% Coming all the way from Cincinnati, Ohio, Rhinegeist  has

This isn't just any new brew; it’s the passion project of MMA legend Conor McGregor, born out of his world famous pub, The Black Forge Inn, in Dublin.   

There is a certain thrill that comes with walking into your local haunt and seeing a "whale" on the tap list that you weren’t expecting. That’s exactly what happened today while I was sitting at the bar of The West End in Quakertown, PA.

Let’s be honest: nobody walks into a craft taproom with 40 rotating IPAs and asks for a Miller Lite . But there is a reason this white canned staple has survived every beverage trend from the Zima era to the Hard Seltzer craze. It’s the quintessential "it is what it is" beer. It’s the white bread of the alcohol world reliable, predictable, and completely unoffensive. Score: 3.2 Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin ABV: 4.2% The Stats: A Dieter's Best Friend If you’re counting macro

There is a specific kind of magic that happens when the drink in your glass matches the view on the horizon. On my recent trip through the Blue Ridge Mountains, I found myself at Blue Mountain Brewery with a pint of their flagship Kolsch 151.

What caught me off guard was the drinkability. It’s cozy and warming, but it doesn't fatigue your palate after three sips.

Trying Chateau Morrisette Barrel Aged Cider By: Nomads Gambit Score: 5.4 Location: Floyd, VA I’ve made it no secret that I’m a beer guy. Give me a crisp pilsner or a roasty stout any day of the week. But after my disastrous run in with that Missile IPA, I decided to branch out into the world of cider. Enter Chateau Morrisette Barrel Aged Cider. Now, I know Chateau Morrisette. They’re the oldest winery in Virginia, famous for those "Black Dog" labels you see in every grocery s

I was hunting for something dark. Something that says "I’m sophisticated and brooding" but also "I need to pay my rent."

I’ll be the first to admit it: I wanted to be that cool craft beer guy. I wanted to sit in a taproom, take a contemplative sip of something called "Missile," and talk about "piney notes" and "citrus finishes" like I’m a professional sommelier.

My Review of Lidl’s Perlenbacher Premium Pils Score: 6.8 Location: Germany Let’s be honest. When you walk into a Lidl in the States, it feels like a fever dream. You go in for cheap eggs and a cordless drill, and you end up staring at a wall of European chocolate and... beer? That’s where I found it. Perlenbacher Premium Pils . It was sitting there, unassuming, looking vaguely official in its white branding, with a price tag that made me do a double-take. $5.99 for a six-pack

But if you’re like me, "just a beer" still needs to taste like something.

magine crisp autumn air, the smell of cinnamon, and a freshly baked apple pie cooling on the windowsill.

If you’re looking for a beer that feels like a trip to the coast, Liquid Escape is likely already on your radar.