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Mandarina brings together traditional German noble elements with modern fruity and zesty flavors to create a well-balanced hop. In this Mandarina hops guide, I will look at how this hop performs when used in various homebrews such as Pilsners, IPAs, and Lagers. I’ll look at what hops would go well with Mandarina to create tasty […]

I have started to look into using hops from around the world to create some unique beers. My Kohatu hops guide is going to explore this interesting New Zealand hop to see if it is worth using in your homebrews. I’ll describe the flavor profile of Kohatu hops, the types and drinks you can create

Lemondrop hops are a relative newcomer to the market, characterized by a mild citrus taste and aroma combined with some other exciting flavors. In my Lemondrop hops guide, I will go through why these hops are ideal for creating delicious ales and beers. I’ll look at the pros and cons of Lemondrop hops and the

Orange County, California, is home to many great cities like Laguna, Newport, and Huntington Beach, which are all known for their scenic panoramic views and surf scene, but have you ever heard of Anaheim? Anaheim is in the heart of Orange County as it was one of the first cities founded in Orange County. It

Nashville is one of the best cities in the US to enjoy a beer. This city boasts 40 breweries alone! However, not all of them can be the best. Are you taking a trip to Nashville? If so, you’re making a good choice. I visited Nashville in 2016. The city was so beautiful and I

Asheville is the largest city in Western North Carolina and has more breweries per capita than any other place in the US. The vibe is similar to Boulder, Colorado, and Austin, Texas; open-minded, respectful of nature, relaxed but highly conscious, and values beer almost as much as coffee. I find it curious that the states

Boulder, Colorado, is about 30 miles NE of Denver. The rise in elevation from Denver and the proximity to the start of the Rocky Mountains make the climate a bit cooler than its surrounding towns. This is a common getaway for residents of Denver who want to get out of the summer heat and go

I’ve never officially lived in Baltimore, but it has become something of a home away from home for me. My partner grew up there, and we have a lot of family in and around the city. One of our favorite things to do in any city is to check out local breweries, and since he

Beer is to Denver the way wine is to Napa. So it is no surprise that it has been dubbed “The Napa Valley of Beer” Colorado comes in second to California for most breweries in the country, and fifth most per capita, according to the Denver Microbrew Tour site. Coloradans like to adventure with some

Crystal hops share many of the same characteristics and flavors as one of the most famous noble hops, Hallertau Mittelfruh. In my Crystal hops guide, I will take you through the ins and outs of these hops, including their flavor profile, the types of brews you can craft with Crystal, and some alternative hop types