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American Porter Recipe and Brewing Instructions

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Founders Porter

Here's a detailed American Porter recipe, along with step by step brewing instructions and tasting notes. This guide is designed for novice brewers but includes enough detail for more advanced brewers to tweak as needed. Batch Size: 5 gallons (19 liters) Original Gravity (OG): 1.056 – 1.060Final Gravity (FG): 1.012 – 1.016ABV: 5.5% – 6.2%IBU: 30 – 40SRM (Color): 30 – 40 … [Read more...] about American Porter Recipe and Brewing Instructions

Zipline Brewing Festbier Review

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Zipline Brewing Festbier

Zipline Brewing’s Festbier is an award winning take on the traditional German-style lager, offering a refreshing and approachable option for fans of the style. This beer is a celebration of balance, showcasing the brewery’s commitment to crafting clean, well made lagers that honor their European roots while maintaining a touch of Nebraska charm. Tasting Notes Pouring a … [Read more...] about Zipline Brewing Festbier Review

Yuengling Black & Tan Review

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Yuengling Black & Tan

Brewery: D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc.Style: Black & Tan (Blend of Porter and Lager)ABV: 4.6%IBU: 17Availability: Year-roundLocation: Pottsville, PA Yuengling Black & Tan is a classic offering from America’s oldest brewery, D.G. Yuengling & Son, founded in 1829. This beer is a pre-mixed blend of the brewery’s Porter and Premium Beer, creating a unique … [Read more...] about Yuengling Black & Tan Review

Toppling Goliath Double Dry Hopped Pseudo Sue Review

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Toppling Goliath Double Dry Hopped Pseudo Sue Pale Ale

Brewery: Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.Style: American Pale Ale (Double Dry Hopped)ABV: 5.8%Location: Decorah, Iowa Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. has earned a cult-like following among craft beer enthusiasts for producing bold, hop-forward beers, and Pseudo Sue is arguably their most famous creation. Named after the mighty T. rex specimen "Sue" housed at the Field Museum in … [Read more...] about Toppling Goliath Double Dry Hopped Pseudo Sue Review

The Best Breweries in New York State

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best New York breweries

New York State is a craft beer paradise, boasting a vibrant and diverse brewing scene. From iconic pioneers to innovative newcomers, the Empire State has something for every beer enthusiast. Here’s a curated list of the best breweries in New York, highlighting their standout beers, unique qualities, and why they’ve earned their spot on this list. Other Half Brewing Co. … [Read more...] about The Best Breweries in New York State

Odell Brewing Easy Street Wheat Beer Review

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Odell Brewing Easy Street Wheat Ale

Odell Brewing Company, based in Fort Collins, Colorado, has built a reputation for crafting balanced and flavorful beers with a focus on quality ingredients and innovation. Their Easy Street Wheat is a prime example of their approach. Easy Street is an unfiltered American-style wheat ale that emphasizes drinkability while maintaining enough character to keep things … [Read more...] about Odell Brewing Easy Street Wheat Beer Review

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