Author Archives: Sally Keskey

Happy hour, a well-loved American tradition, originated in the 19th century as a common slang term among the US Navy used to describe the time allotted for entertainment, including activities like wrestling, chorus singing, and boxing. The phrase started being … Continue reading →

You can hardly go wrong with a pale ale, as much cuisine lends itself well to this well-loved type of beer. The Belgium beer tradition is outstanding as it has a close relationship with food and flows well with all … Continue reading →

Millenials may keep the craft beer market alive; I propose we leave them alone. The craft beer industry has experienced a 14% growth in revenue in the last year, while the total beer industry only experienced a 4.6% growth.  The … Continue reading →

Mindset Media, a market researcher that focuses on psychographics, concluded that with so many brands and choices associated with beers, it must have a certain link to consumers personality. It conducted an online survey of 2,600 showed amazing results. They … Continue reading →

Next time you enjoy a nice cold brew, pat yourself on the back for contributing positively to your health. There are multiple ways beer can actually make us healthier! Beer minimizes the risk of stroke and coronary disease Beer contains … Continue reading →

Traditional and hand made products have their own uniqueness that we all appreciate differently, yet are desperate to try. Stil, products which are handmade and customized are hard to come by in this modern world. When we drink a decent … Continue reading →

While beer has been around for over 5,000 years, hops haven’t been used in the mash tun for nearly as long. Before hops were used as preservatives, strong aromas, and a reason for us to argue over internationals bitterness units, … Continue reading →

“I don’t like dark beer,” said every new beer drinker ever. At some point, however, for those of us who later dare to venture into the world of dark beers, there are plenty of tastes and varieties to discover, and myths … Continue reading →

This time of year means darker nights, cold weather, and lots of time trying to stay warm. We knock back darker beers, putting our focus on heavier brews that feel nourishing during the chilliest fall nights. It seems as though … Continue reading →

Halloween is only a few days away, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll be celebrating all weekend long. Again, if you’re like me, getting a costume together can be really aggravating. I love celebrating, but I’m an adult. I’ve … Continue reading →