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.

in the spirit of trying new things, I recently cracked open a 6th Anniversary IPA from Basic City Beer Co.

While the Devils Backbone O’Fest might not take the crown as my all-time favorite,

Despite my reservations, I decided to give Free Verse a try. It’s a flagship for a reason, right? Here is my honest take from the perspective of someone who doesn't typically enjoy the style.

Full Nelson is the flagship "Virginia Pale Ale" from Blue Mountain Brewery. It is a well-balanced American Pale Ale (APA) that famously utilizes Cascade hops grown right on the brewery's own farm in Afton, Virginia.

If you aren't typically a fan of IPAs, your reaction to the Minute Man IPA makes a lot of sense.

If you're looking for a beer that tastes like a sunset in a can, Saving Daylight by The Virginia Beer Company is a standout choice.

This combination is unusual and may appeal to cider fans looking for something different, but it can be challenging for those who prefer sweeter or more balanced flavors.

When it comes to the "worry less, live more" lifestyle championed by Skipping Rock Beer Co.,

If you’re looking for a beer that proves "stout season" is a year-round state of mind, look no further than Elbow Patches Oatmeal Stout by The Virginia Beer Company.

The taste of Drink a Peach was where the beer truly missed the mark.

Shower Beer is exactly what it sounds like: a beer meant to be enjoyed while showering.

Cider often gets a reputation for being overly sweet or too light for those who prefer stronger drinks. As someone who doesn’t usually reach for cider, trying Cider Boys Pineapple Imperial Cider was an interesting experience. This cider stands out with its unique flavor profile, especially its oaky notes, which are uncommon in many fruit-flavored ciders. Here’s a detailed look at what makes this cider different, and why it might be worth trying even if you don’t typically en