A Must Read for Beer Enthusiasts

Yuengling Brewery is a family run business and America’s Oldest Brewery. Started in 1829 in Pottsville, PA, the history of Yuengling Brewery is steeped in stories of foresight, brewing tradition, business savvy, determination, devotion to craft, survival, and even fun and whimsy. Hence, I am excited to report the publication of a new book that…

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Denver Beer Fest – Part 1

My wife, daughter, and I are traveling across the USA and back. Our first stops were in Utah. From Utah, we traveled over the Rocky Mountains to Denver, Colorado, arriving in time for the Denver Beer Fest. The Denver Beer Fest is a 10 day celebration of craft brewing and all things beer in the…

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Moab Brewery – Moab, Utah

Moab, Utah is centered near numerous state and national parks such as Arches National Park, Cayonlands National Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park. Moab is a center for tourists visiting from all over the world, who are seeking extreme adventures like rock climbing, mountain biking, and ATV excursions. The town is bustling this time…

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Zion Canyon Brewing and Brewpub

My wife, daughter, and I drove to Springdale, Utah yesterday.  We arrived in the early evening.  After checking in at our hotel, we drove up the street to the Zion Canyon Brewpub. I sampled six Zion Canyon Brewing beers – Jamaican-style lager; Springdale Amber Ale; German Amber; 360 Degrees Ale; Virgin Stout; and Hop Valley…

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World’s Smallest Mass Produced Beer Can?

My son is in Japan at the moment.  He sent me a photo of what may be the world’s smallest mass-produced beer can. Do you have any unusual beer cans or bottles?  Send me a picture (firkinron@firkinbeer.com).  If I’m impressed, I’ll post it.  

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