Scotch Whisky to America
As new Irish and Scottish immigrants tried to settle on the American continent they brought with them the distilling methods of scotch whiskey. Finding the new raw materials different that what they were accustomed to, they lead the way for an evolution of new scotch now known merely as whiskey. Today if […]
Mixed Drinks Upsetting for Distillers
Although some Scots are softening up in regards to their traditional dram, we cannot say all of them are. Some are indeed abusively screaming and kicking, with regard to how their fine brew is handled.
The idea of mixing a fine scotch in a fancy drink at the bar seems preposterous. This […]
The Art Of Drinking Whisky
There is no true rule of thumb when drinking whisky but there are a few things to keep in mind to make the experience a lot more enjoyable. It should be pointed out that if the general rule of thumb is not observed there is still no reason not to enjoy […]
Beer Culture
Social context
Many social traditions and activities are very associated with drinking beer, such as playing cards, darts, or other games. The consumption of beer in isolation and excess may be associated with people drinking away their troubles, while drinking in excess with company may be associated with binge drinking.
Around the world
All over the […]
Guide To Microbrews
Below, you will find a guide to some of the best brews
out there.
Long Trail Brewery - Bridgewater, Vermont
This brewery offers several brews that will easily quench your thirst. The long trail ale is a very good choice, as it’s very tasty and not too heavy, just right. The hibernator is also […]
History of Microbrews
Many historians believe that the ancient Sumerians and Mesopotamians were brewing as early back as
10,000 B.C. Even though this product would have been different from the bottles varieties of today,
it would have still been recognizable.
The ancient Egyptians and the Chinese brewed their beer, as did civilizations in America, where they
used corn instead of […]
Intro To Microbrews
With their varying flavor intensities and alcohol contents, microbrews are here because beer distributors noticed a market demand and took a
gamble on imports like Corona in the 70s. This type of flavorful beer sold to a limited yet very
enthusiastic crowd.
Beer manufacturers create what sells, therefore they didn’t believe there would be a significant
maket […]
Methods Of Microbrewing
The first thing you’ll need to do when brewing is to sanitize everything that will come in contact with your unfermented beer. It will take time for the sanitizer to do its job, so don’t rush things.
Next, you’ll need to rinse everything to remove any remaining sanitizer. Any remaining sanitizer can kill of […]