Monthly Archives: February 2014

Black Hawk Stout Spice Cake

Cake! Who doesn’t like cake? This spice cake, with its warming array of spices, is a great late-winter cake.  Typical of spice cakes, it’s not terribly sweet, and the addition of Black Hawk Stout adds a bitter, roasty note.  Even … Continue reading

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Imperial Stouts—Fit for a Czar

The winter season is the perfect time to savor dark, malty, high-gravity beers. And Imperial Stouts, with their high grain bill and full flavor, are the ideal accompaniment to cold winter nights. According to beer historians, the Imperial Stout has … Continue reading

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Valentine’s Day Aphrodisiacs and Beer Pairings

Valentine’s Day is just days away (though some of us have already been taking advantage of the candy selection), and what better time to focus on some great craft beer and aphrodisiac pairings? Plan your upcoming Valentine’s dinner around some … Continue reading

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Beer from Here—California-Bred Brews

It’s California Craft Beer Month again!  While many of us enjoy the huge selection of California beers year-round, this month is a great time to recognize how California help to revive the craft beer industry in the US while also … Continue reading

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