On our fifth episode of the Crafty Beer Girls Podcast, we discuss the beauty of beer cocktails as Jenni shakes up a Gose-Rita. Red Rock Lime Gose and Bitters Lab habanero lime bitters meet in the glass with tequila and a few other select ingredients to help us feel a little less stressed about the […]
Beer Cocktails
One day they’re in, and the next day they’re out. The popularity of beer cocktails seems to wax and wane, but some bars and breweries have embraced the trend. Beer purists may scoff at the idea of mixing beer with anything else, but the beer cocktail can be a great option for establishments to add […]
DIY Beer Off Flavor Kit
As a preface, I’d like to make it well known the off flavor spikes suggested in this post are in no way a substitute for the professionally produced off flavor spikes used in tasting exams for the Cicerone Certification Program, Beer Judge Certification Program, or other beer related organization. I highly recommend purchasing the recommended […]
Dark Affinities – Beer & Food Pairing
The recent spring snowfall in Salt Lake City that blanketed the area from peak to valley in one last (I hope) dumping of snow inspired me to give some of my favorite dark beers one last hurrah before the lighter colored pilsners and blonde ales of summer take their place. What better way to celebrate […]
Brews & Bites with Kiitos
Attention foodies! This one’s for you. I attended the latest edition of Brews & Bites at SLICE (Salt Lake Institute of Culinary Education) where I was treated to an evening of exceptional dishes paired with beer from a local brewery. The spotlight brewery for March was Kiitos Brewing, winner of GABF (Great American Beer Festival) […]
Guinness Blonde Blondies with Jameson Caramel Drizzle
Though I consider most holidays to be drinking holidays, I can’t think of one more appropriate for an equal celebration of beer and whiskey than Saint Patrick’s Day. And if you had half a lucky horseshoe for a brain, you’d know neither of those are naturally green. Please pardon my purist nature when I say […]