we peruse the 1,800 beers on offer from 500 breweries at this year's great american beer festival.
india pale ales are becoming the signature beverage for craft brewers worldwide, making them incredibly popular and well-liked.
the american india pale ale continues to be the most popular beer style in the u.s., but why? andy sparhawk looks at a few of the reasons it reigns supreme.
the following 25 ipas have all had an impact on the craft beer community and continue to define the industry at large in 2021.
for the past few years, we’ve assembled a series around the best beers to find at a store near you. we’ve covered the “best hazy ipas available in most
the once-dynamic north american craft beer market is now stagnant.
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here, a comprehensive list of the 25 most important, trailblazing, and influential american craft beers ever brewed as voted on by the experts.
craft beer sales are booming, but one beer style is standing out from all the rest: the india pale ale. but it wasn't always this way. here's how ipa became so popular.
the us craft beer industry once enjoyed meteoric growth rates: but the picture has been less rosy over the last few years. the latest figures from the brewers association reveal how the category is faring today.
ipa went from the face of craft beer culture to cringe. here's how the beer style, and fans of hazy ipa, became a punchline.
with nearly 16,000 craft brands in existence, gone are the days when distributors were asking for more craft breweries and craft products. now the problem is there’s too much: crowded shelves, supply chain constraints, inflationary pressures and increased competition – both from spirits brands and from giant, traditionally non-alcoholic beverage producers like pepsico and coca-cola. under these internal and external forces, craft is reaching a breaking point. the cracks are already starting to show. craft beer recorded both dollar and case sales declines in 2022, and 2023 is not expected to be much better. craft breweries are also expected to
while a recent study shows that gen z are not the teetotalers they once were, craft brewers have some work to do to make inroads with them.
craft beer has been a popular trend in recent years, with microbreweries and artisanal beer-making techniques gaining widespread attention and popularity. there are many reasons for this trend, and in this article, we will explore some of the top reasons why craft beer is becoming…
in recent years, the craft beer world has witnessed an extraordinary surge in popularity with the emergence of hazy ipas. these delectable brews, also known as new england ipas or neipas, have captured the taste buds and imaginations of beer enthusiasts around the globe. join us on a journey as we dive into the origins,
beer experts might know an ipa like the back of their hand, but it’s not a familiar brew to everyone. these beers can seem mysterious for those who are just now getting into visiting taprooms and breweries. you might have heard terms like “hoppy,” “malty,” “mouthfeel,” or even “piney” tossed around when referring to ip
explore national beer sales and production data including annual beer production and sales volumes, as well as historical production by market segment.
the article below gives insights into the increasing demand for hazy ipa and how it is different from a standard ipa.
a new survey shows that age groups have different beer preferences, and most drinkers want to be served beer in a can or a bottle.
click through the gallery to learn more about this week’s flavor of the week and see how one restaurant is using a hazy ipa on its menu.
a secret weapon that nearly all writers keep in their back pocket is the knowledge that if you stay quiet and let another person speak, they’ll almost always fill the silence—often with more information than originally sought or would otherwise have been offered. after nearly eight years
craft beer sales and production by state, breweries per capita, economic impact of craft breweries and other statistics as gathered and maintained by the brewers association.
grab a brew and take a seat while hi-wire brewing covers a history lesson on the greatest beverage ever invented — craft beer.
walk into any brewery or grocery store today and you will see the letters ipa everywhere — that intense, tropical beer has become oregon’s style. that wasn’t always the case. it turns out that a variety of hop bred in oregon — almost by accident — sparked an entirely new way of making beer and a whole new tradition of american ales.
we're all living in white claw’s world now. but your favorite brewery may not be for long.
the craft brewing industry is in a constant state of evolution. over recent years, the craft beer sector has experienced rapid growth, and this trajectory is expected to persist. microbreweries, in contrast to traditional industrial beer production, actively encourage the exploration of diverse beer styles, embrace the trend of championing local and regional ingredients, and maintain a strong focus on quality while resurrecting historic beer varieties. an analysis of interviews conducted with microbrewers in slovenia featured in slovenian daily newspapers revealed recurring categories that shed light on the drivers behind this flourishing artisanry. these findings are further discussed in the context of the existing scientific literature. notably, a range of factors were identified as contributing to the growth of this sector. among these factors, the desire for distinctive, authentic, locally rooted, and non-standardized flavours, styles, and ingredients, often accompanied by an inspiring and compelling brewer’s or creator’s narrative, played a pivotal role in attracting consumers. these results can inform microbrewers production, distribution, marketing, and pricing strategies. they are also relevant to the country policymakers supporting local hops production and local brewing.
"if brewers are constantly pushing the boundaries of the style, ipa will continue to be the ‘new ipa’”
india pale ales—a.k.a. ipas—have held an important place in the history of beer manufacturing and distribution since the 18th century.
when upland was founded in 1998, the craft beer scene was saturated with british-style pale ales. it wasn’t long before india pale ales entered the
for the first time in years, craft beer sales were down in 2023. some of ohio's midsize breweries are shifting their business strategies amid the struggles.
craft beer market is estimated at us$ 93.97 bn in 2024 & us$ 187.99 bn by 2034. demand for non-alcoholic craft beer projects rises.
india pale ale of the oxford companion to beer definition presented by craft beer & brewing
there are so many amazing beers out there it can be difficult to keep track. micro-brews, macro-brews, and of course, homebrews! packaged beer is required to have it's abv printed on its label. one standard
since summer is hurtling towards us like a hop-fueled bullet train, we figured it was the perfect time to rank the best ipas in america.
if you are considering trying india pale ale (ipa) beer for this first time, this guide can help. here is everything to know about ipa beer for new drinkers.
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over the last decade, craft beer has risen to the forefront for beer drinkers everywhere. discover why craft beer has gained enormous popularity!
in which i look at the national beer market and make some interesting discoveries.
the first india pale ale was brewed to be transported from england to india. the high hop content was a way to preserve the precious liquid on its voyage. today, barrels aren't tossed on boats to set sail for weeks across the heavy seas. actually, quite the opposite, as many don't make it past the hoards |
as brands continue to disrupt the status quo on shelf by blending features of two or more categories with each other, experts note that the craft beer segment is facing strong headwinds, having a tough time keeping pace with the beer category.
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india pale ales are one of the most in-your-face beer styles, and fans really love them. here’s everything you need to know about these big, bold, bitter brews