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Inside Banded Horn, Biddeford’s First Brewery

The first beer from Biddeford's first brewery is now flowing from taps. Late last week, kegs of Banded Horn Brewing Co.'s Veridian IPA started popping up around Southern Maine. The initial brew is described by owner and brewmaster Ian McConnell as a ....

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The Bizarrely Hot Selling Un-Cool Beer

In the beer world, the last five or so years have been marked by the rise of craft brews, and the simultaneous sales slump of most mass-market beers. Amid the turn to craft, one middle-of-the-road brew stands out because sales have increased for seven .... and more »

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LoveBeer, LoveFood: On beer, women, and the continuing need for advocacy

Historically, brewing was considered the responsibility of women. Back then, brewing was mainly done in the home. Starting in the 18th century, beer became a major business, and quickly became dominated by men. Despite gains, beer continues to be seen .... When Craft Beer Goes Global: A Kansas City Brewery's TaleNPR (blog) all 21 news articles »

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A plea for Brits to go to the pub more

According to the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA), pubs in the United Kingdom are closing at a rate of four a day; the highest rate of closure since 1904. The recession has forced the traditionally thirsty Brits to think twice about going out for a pint .... and more »

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Brooks on Beer: 23 new NorCal breweries this year

It's amazing how many new breweries have opened in just one year. The number of breweries in America reached 2,500 in June of this year and continues to explode. The Brewers Association used to keep a running tally, but Erin Glass, the group's brewery ....

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Lights, CAMRA, action for Bristol pub

Horts on Broad Street was restored by London-headquartered brewery giant Young's. As part of the work, the brewer added a 26-seat cinema, entitled the Director's Cut. This cinema includes leather reclining seats, surround sound and wi-fi. It is ....

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