Dexter, MI – Stay Mellow. Tying into its Traverse City origin and to the “Up North” culture the brand stands for, it seems only fitting for North Peak to add a year-round cherry beer to its repertoire. Fortified by the fresh water of the Great Lakes and the sweet iconic flavors of Traverse City, Mellow…
Where to Catch Pokemon While Drinking Beer: Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti
Pokemon Go! has turned into a pretty big deal since it’s launch earlier this summer. If you’re an avid player like me, and looking to catch all the pokemon, but would also like to relax and have a beer at the same time, I’ve been collecting some spots that you can do both! Patio seating…
Grocery Stores & Taps in Ann Arbor
There are some pretty nice advantages to living in or near Ann Arbor. There’s no shortage of good restaurants, good bars and great breweries. Another trend that is starting up (that I absolutely LOVE), is that some high end grocery stores now have in store taps. There’s something to be said about getting your guests…
Bastone Brewery Takes Home Gold & Bronze at the 2016 U.S. Open Beer Championship
Bastone Brewery in Royal Oak, Michigan recently attended the 2016 U.S. Open Beer Championship in Oxford, Ohio where they competed against nearly 5,000 international beers. The winners were announced on July 11th, and Bastone came away with Gold & Bronze medals. Wood/Barrel-Aged Pale Beer Gold medal: Private Stock #613. Private Stock is a traditional Belgian/French…
Roundhouse India Red Ale cans the latest addition to Bell’s fall specialty lineup [Press Release]
COMSTOCK, MICHIGAN – Bell’s Brewery is proud to announce another addition to its specialty packaging lineup. Previously only available on draught, Roundhouse India Red Ale (7.5% ABV) will debut in 12 oz. cans packaged in 6-packs. It will start shipping in September. This limited specialty beer will ship to all states Bell’s distributes to. “Roundhouse…
Winter Beer Festival Survival Guide
It’s that time again – our favorite Saturday of the winter! This weekend, dozens of breweries and thousands of beer lovers will crowd into Fifth-Third Ballpark in Comstock Park for the Michigan Brewers Guild Winter Beer Festival. View the Winter Beer Festival 2015 Beer List now! 2015 promises to be bigger and better than ever before – more…
Michigan’s 2013 Favorite Stout is…
Last month, we asked you to help us find out what Michigan’s Favorite Stout was, and boy did you! We received thousands of votes, and it was a pretty tight race until the very end. We’re excited to reveal that the 2013 winner of Michigan’s Favorite Stout is…. Right Brain Brewery’s CEO Stout! It’s a repeat…
Michigan’s Favorite Stout 2013
It’s International Stout Day, and we’re looking for Michigan’s Favorite Stout! As the temperature outside begins to drop, we think of sweaters and boots and comfort food and STOUTS! The cold air makes us crave a big, rich, chocolate-y beer that warms you up from the inside. Stouts have a long and rich history, and…
Michigan’s Favorite IPA 2013
August 1 marks one of our favorite beer holidays – IPA Day! Started in 2011, IPA Day isn’t some marketing tool thought up in a conference room – it’s a day for craft beer makers and lovers to celebrate one of the most beloved beer styles in the world. IPA’s date back a long way….
Michigan’s Next Great Brewery – Griffin Claw Brewing Co.
Review of the new Griffin Claw Brewery by guest blogger Ryan Meray.
Detroit’s Summer Beer Fest
As the popularity of craft beer is on the rise, so are the amount of festivals and events sprouting up to support it. When you think of “Summer Beer Fest,” one immediately thinks of the Michigan Summer Beer Festival held each year in Ypsilanti, put on by the Michigan Brewers Guild. However there are several…
Tiger’s Opening Day 2013 Beer Parties
Celebrate Tiger’s Opening Day with Michigan beer at local Detroit hot spots!