I’ve been writing about alcohol since 2006. While I’ve spent time covering whiskey, rum, gin, and even wine, my first job was as a beer writer at my local newspaper. In almost two decades of being on ...

But moreover, the IPA, known for its hoppy flavor and relatively high alcohol content, is a great litmus test for the quality of nonalcoholic beer-making. It’s such a distinct and powerful brew ...

TOP OF THE HOP: TOP 10 HOPPY BEERS #10-6. Tang, from Trap Door Brewing, was featured here on Belt’s Beer Garden back in January and the full write up can be found here.. Eredità Beer is another ...

This malty, sweet, hoppy beer is a great choice for March on aroma and flavor alone. But it’s also being canned for the first time. Seek it out this month. Harpoon Sticky Bun Stout Harpoon. ABV ...

When beer-lovers mention “traditional” IPAs, they are often speaking of West Coast-style IPAs, which, Goodman says, are known for their full flavor and robust, hoppy bite.

When they're used in the chemical process of beer-making, they often impart a bitter, zesty taste, which might explain why some people dislike hoppy beers. But hey, maybe with enough practice ...

The grassy, floral hop aroma is inviting but doesn’t dull the senses as many hoppy beers are likely to do. Amazingly it makes it to the U.S. in pretty good shape, too!” — Patrick Rue, The Bruery.

Beer cheese can easily be made at home, but you need to pick the right type of beer first. Avoiding hoppy beers and choosing ...

Hoppy beers, on the other hand, generally won’t last as long. “You want to drink most hoppy beers fresh because the hop flavors break down quickly,” Nurin says.