New Beer Alert: Craze for the “Haze”
Conversation about New England doesn’t immediately bring out positive subjects — overpriced Astros tickets when the Red Sox are in town, Tom Freaking Brady and Bill Freaking Belichick, and “More Than a Feeling (More Than a Feeeeeling)” but not all is lost. After all, Boston gave us Aerosmith, The Pixies and New England IPA, or NEIPA for short. […]
Perfect Houston Pairings: 8th Wonder Brewery and The Pass & Provisions
A huge thanks goes to our “Perfect Houston Pairings” series sponsor, 8th Wonder Brewery. When it comes to defining Houston’s unique food scene, there’s not a better way to do it than to demonstrate by example. In our Perfect Pairings series, we show how the drinks and food of two independent Houston businesses reflect the […]
The Best Bars In Downtown Houston
Over the past few years, downtown Houston has been treated to a cocktail revival by way of several quality establishments from highly trained bartenders who honed their craft behind the bar before learning how to be business owners. But a few mediocre bars have cropped up recently, content to serve poorly made drinks with average […]
Saint Arnold’s Divine Reserve 17 Might Make You Give In To The Dark Side
It’s time to forget the sage advice of Master Yoda and give in to the dark side. Saint Arnold Brewing Company released the 17th installment in its Divine Reserve series this past Monday. It’s a heavily malted and roasted Baltic porter that’s as dark as a moonless night. This marks the first time that a porter has […]
Brian Grossman of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Talks Independence & Collaboration
Time Sensitive Event News: Houston beer lovers, you can meet Brian Grossman of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and try some rare selections during a paired dinner this Sunday at Underbelly (1100 Westheimer). The beers will include Barrel Aged Dry Hop Drops, a “unicorn” of a beer that is traditionally reserved for brewery employees. Sierra Nevada Taproom’s executive chef […]