5 Stories Over Beer is a weekly article that presents 5 recent and thought-provoking stories about beer and the brewing industry that you should read. So sit down, grab a beer, and take a few minutes to read 5 thirst-quenching stories. Cheers!
Hawaii Beer Featured in 5 Stories Over Beer
1. Just in Case You Needed a New Reason to Visit the Island Paradise – Hawaii Beer : A few readers may remember my story from last year – “3 Examples of Hawaii’s Emerging Craft Beer Industry on Oahu“. Seems like some other mainlanders are starting to catch on about the vibrant beer scene emerging in Hawaii. Click here and read this story to catch up on the latest happenings in great local brews that are flowing in paradise.
2. Using Great Smoky Mountain Yeasts: Read about a brewery featuring native wild yeasts harvested from across their 4,200 protected acres at the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains to create unique tasting brews. Click here to get the story.
Photograph courtesy of Blackberry Farm Brewery
3. Craft Beer Just Starting: According to new mid-year data released by the Brewers Association (BA), craft brewers are still growing with a record high of 4,656 breweries operating in the U.S as of June 30th. Has the growth of craft breweries nearly reached a limit? Click here to read this article which argues that the future of craft beer is just getting started.
4. Yes You Can Find Japanese Craft Beer: Craft brewing is beginning in the island nation of the rising sun. Read all about finding craft beer in Japan by clicking here.
5. Nine Breweries in Pursuit of Pucker: Pucker up and read about these nine breweries creating delicious sour beers. Click here to get the full story.
