Last week during a visit to Nikki’s, I saw a stack of beers topped by a cardboard standup of a Daredevil-ish superhero declaring, “Drink Our Beer, Make the World a Better Place!” I pulled a bottle of Anti-Villain Ale Co.’s Wicked Warmer from a four-pack rack and squinted at the label copy, which informed me […]
To honor the alt-romance theme in this corner of the “Got Beer?” franchise, you can probably guess what we’re going to suggest to enhance the day of l-u-v- ’n’ roses ’n’ heart-shaped boxes filled with sweets ’n’ such. Yep: chocolate beers. Russ Menegat, a former Rogue Ales manager, noted that “chocolate releases the same dopamine […]
Here are some wise (and diverse) words to live by: “Drink responsibly.” “Moderation in all things, especially moderation.” “The brewery is the best drugstore.” “Alcohol is the anesthesia by which we endure the operation of life.” Now let’s dive into these wise (and wide-ranging) health-related words vis-à-vis your favorite beverage. Beer Is Good For You! […]
So this is the New Year And I don’t feel any different The clanking of crystal Explosions off in the distance — “The New Year,” Death Cab For Cutie It’s 11:59pm on December 31, and the champagne bottles are ready to pop. The countdown begins, the ball drops and the corks explode. You may not […]
’Tis the season to make with the beer-giving. I asked a few local luminaries for recommendations to thrill the hops enthusiasts on your list — and what they would like to unwrap on December 25. Start shopping now (some of these suggestions will require a bit of effort) and then get sipping on Ho-Ho-Ho Day; chances […]
After the onslaught of pumpkin beers and Oktoberfests, I’m ready to fully embrace that whole comfort-and-joy theme while discussing the winter seasonals. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year, with a sleigh full of ultra-tasty holiday-themed releases and magnificent once-a-year offerings. They’ll warm up the long, cold nights, spice up festive gatherings […]
Here’s some beer-soaked info you need to know: • Narragansett’s next special release will be Big Mamie Indestructible American Pale Ale. The beer shares the nickname of the USS Massachusetts, the battleship that fired the first and last shells of World War II, and honors the 50th anniversary of Mamie’s debut as a museum ship […]
To get into the scary swing of all things Halloween in this issue, I’ve assembled a lineup of creepy-sounding, but ghoulishly good-tasting brews that will enhance the long day’s journey into fright, provide you with a slew of fun facts to share at haunted happenings, and help you stand out in the beer crowd. Unibroue’s […]
In the Fall Guide, I made this bold statement about Beervana Fest: “It’s not open to debate. It’s simply the best local beer event.” Need proof? Here it is: Location: On October 16 from 6:30-10pm, the seventh annual fest will be held at Rhodes-On-the-Pawtuxet at 60 Rhodes Place in Cranston, a splendid and century-old space […]
When talk turns to beer, it doesn’t take long for the topic of the tangled web of alcohol laws — particularly growler sales at breweries — to rear its convoluted head. Let’s cut through some of the red tape and explain the situation. In 2006, Newport Storm — then the state’s lone brewery (Narragansett is […]