Many people choose to drink single hopped beers in the hopes that they will become better verse in the specific flavors of different hop varieties. It is a way to help identify other beers when you come into contact with them. The unfortunate thing is that these beers can get a little bit boring after awhile. Luckily, many different breweries are picking up on this and introducing new varieties of single hopped beers.
This is a great way to get out there and taste something that you never have before. Places like BrewDog are serving up these hoppy delights in all different ways, some with bitter orange or lemon, and others with subtler flavors. These beers are refined enough to stand out for the beer geeks, but it is still understandable and tastes great for those who may not be aficionados.Either way, new places like BrewDog are pumping out these creations at a rapid rate, and the beer drinkers of the world are really lapping it up. It is like a new take on an old classic and it can allow people to become better versed in beers more quickly because it is enjoyable and interesting at the same time. The secret is being able to taste all of the components of beers like Chinook, without losing any of the value or complexity. They can all stand on their own without being overpowered by the bitterness that can sometimes come with hoppy beers. Don’t miss these new creations are they may be coming to the International Beer Fest where you could get the chance to test them out for yourself.
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In the last decade the craft beer industry has boomed. Today, this industry makes up about 22 percent of all beer sales. The most popular of the craft beers, the Indian Pale Ale, have evolved from their traditional aggressive bitter flavours. In an interview with legendary brewer, Josh Bernstein, the writer of the Complete IPA: The Guide to your favourite Craft Beer, he discusses the surge in the craft beer industry and the evolution of the IPA. Bernstein explained, brewers have begun to utilise new hop varieties like Mosiac and Citra hops that emphasize tropical, fruity, and citrusy flavours.
Experimentation with new hop strains, brewers have spun IPAs in many different directions transforming the beer. With all these emerging new beers, it leaves one to wonder, where the industry is heading. Quick changes in trends, and the rise of the international economy, beer styles are adapting. New pale ales are adapting to geographical areas and using new creative, crazy, flavorful breeds of hops.
With brewer intellect, we may only be in the infancy of what is possible. The IPA has been the dominant player in the craft industry for quite some time and that shows little evidence of changing. The biggest challenge for a brewer is staying current in an innovative market, one that has over 5000 craft breweries in the United States alone.
Our annual BeerFest in Edmonton offers some of the best selections from the micro brewing community. Those interested in attending the event in 2018 can keep up to date by liking our Facebook page.
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Beer has become an integral part of Canada’s national identity. For decades, large brand names such as Labatt Blue and Molson Canadian have been at the forefront of this national image. However, there has been a shift within the brew culture of Canada. In recent years, there has been a rising popularity in the micro brewing industry. In fact, there were a reported 640 micro-breweries in the country in 2015.
The renaissance that Canada is experiencing now with the micro brewery parallels the transition that smaller brewers experienced in the 19th century. With an ever-growing population and more means of transportation, small companies needed to modernize in order to meet a growing demand. Decades ago, there were only a small number of breweries in Canada that had a monopoly over the system. With no competition, these breweries only focused on cutting costs. The inevitable result was a small selection of beers.
Some people theorize that the recent boom in the craft beer culture in Canada is in part a response to this monopoly and lack of choices. It is more appealing to see a small, local brewer with passion than it is to see a money-mongering corporation. Furthermore, craft beer brewery is not subject to the limitations and expectations that are forced upon major businesses. Instead, micro brewing has the freedom to produce a wide range of interesting flavors and concoctions.
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Patrons no longer walk into a bar and order a bottle of lager. Beer drinkers have evolved into connoisseurs of craft beers and specialty brews. If you’ve ever attended the Edmonton Beerfest, you know that the flavor possibilities are endless. We’ve compiled a list of the weird and wonderful ingredients used to create some of these crazy concoctions.
Collagen
Collagen is the protein that holds the human body together. Precious, a light lager beer crafted by Suntory Holdings Limited, is infused with collagen. The intoxicant allows you imbibe while getting a beauty boost.
Pizza
Who doesn’t love pizza? There’s no denying that pizza and beer taste great together. The Seefurth family decided to wrap a cooked margarita pizza in cheesecloth and soak it in mash, like a tea bag. Mamma Mia’s pizza beer was born.
Animal Testicles
Rocky Mountain oysters is a more polite way to say animal testicles. It may seem like a weird ingredient to add to beer, but Denver’s Wynkoop Brewing Company created Rocky Mountain Oyster Stout, a savory beer that pairs well with red meat.
Goat Brains
Walking Dead fans visiting the Edmonton Beerfest may be seeking brains. Luckily, goat brains are an ingredient in Dock Street Brewing Company’s Walker beer.
Feces
Mikkeller, a Denmark Microbrewery, has created an oatmeal stout called Beer Geek Brunch Weasel. The brew gets its coffee flavor from the excrement of weasel-like civets.
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If you are like me then you have trouble deciding between a mixed drink and a beer. Well look no further because the beer cocktail may be just what the doctor ordered. This combination mixes beer with liquor to make a smooth but potent punch.
Some of the most popular choices are the Brass Monkey, Coronarita, Sake Bomb, and the Flaming Doctor Pepper. The Brass Monkey is a combination of ale with Brandy. Margarita lovers can relish in the Margarita and Corona combination of the Coronarita. The Sake Bomb features a shot of Sake dropped into a glass of ale while the Flaming Doctor Pepper tastes like its namesake and consists of a shot of Bacardi 151 dropped into a glass of one’s favorite pilsner. If you are looking for something a little strong then try a Boilermaker. The Boilermaker is a stout drink highlighting pilsner with a shot of whiskey.
This twist on some old traditions is an excellent choice for the undecided and most of the recipes have a smooth taste. However, this a strong drink so even though in this case its okay to mix liquor with ale start out slow and remember if this drink proves to be too much you can always begin the next morning with a choice from Canada. The Breakfast Cocktail is a favorite in Canada and with ingredients such as bourbon, coffee, and pale ale it is sure to kick start your day.
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Let’s all talk for a second about the hot diet trend that has been hitting the streets lately. Gluten-free! Everyone want’s that little green “gluten-free” label written on the food products in which they purchase. But what if a person is a beer lover? Unfortunately, there is no such product as gluten-free drink based solely on the fact that beer is the fermentation by yeast of an infusion of barley or wheat malt and hops or hop extract in potable water. So without yeast (which contains gluten) drinks can not be made.
However, there is a similar product on the shelves today that would trick even the biggest drinkers tend to forget that it technically can not be called “beer”. In order to make this gluten-free product, sorghum, a species of grass cultivated for its grain is used. Using sorghum means the product is free of all wheat or barely. Some believe that drinks made using sorghum rather than barley or wheat as somewhat of a more bitter taste, but hey if a person is gluten-free and wants a nice cold drink they need a product free of wheat and barley.
And surprise, there are over fifteen different brands of gluten-free drinks so if you are a person who truly can not consume gluten, keep trying all the different brands and kinds until you find the one you like. I am sure there will be one that will be perfect for you and your taste buds. Enjoy!
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