These are the beers I can't do without.
by Mike Riedel
The new T.F. Brewery offers some unique flavors.
by Mike Riedel
The Beehive's beer renaissance continues to shine.
by Mike Riedel
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Dry and sour create a big one-two punch.
In my experience, alcohol doesn't seem to be such a huge factor in bruts.
By Mike Riedel
October 24, 2018
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Uncomplicated beers can offer some of the greatest pleasures.
I like simplicity in my beer. Keep the malt and hops at a low roar and you'd be surprised by how enjoyable it can be.
By Mike Riedel
October 17, 2018
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Who says low-point beer can't be delicious?
They found it in an obscure style of lager from the days before Prohibition, calling it Western Standard and billing it as a "sessionable, barrel-aged lager."
By Mike Riedel
October 10, 2018
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Reconnect with classic Salt Lake brews in time for fall.
If you're a beer nerd like me who is constantly on the hunt for fresh sips, consider looking to the past for something new.
By Mike Riedel
October 3, 2018
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Pairing beer with smoky smells of autumn.
As you sit around intentional fires in the coming weeks, I invite you to think about beers like these:
By Mike Riedel
September 26, 2018
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Savor these warm-weather brews before fall arrives.
Uinta 801 Pilsner: This beer pours a clear, golden straw color that's light in terms of carbonation and features a thin, white, frothy head that dissipates slowly to a thin lacing.
By Mike Riedel
September 19, 2018
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The newest of the new meets the oldest of the old.
The second is Kiitos Brewing's Brut IPA, which represents a style so new, most people have no idea what it is and what it's supposed to taste like. Let's begin.
By Mike Riedel
September 12, 2018
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Unconventional flavor profiles make for unique drinking experiences.
These ales have tastes and personalities all their own.
By Mike Riedel
September 5, 2018
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Strike while the iron is hot when it comes to these seasonal beers.
These are some personal favorites I’m glad are back in my life; unfortunately, they won’t be around long.
By Mike Riedel
August 29, 2018
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You don't hate beer; you just haven't met the right one.
I found a couple locally made examples of lighter beer styles to help transform the reluctant beer sipper into an enthusiast.
By Mike Riedel
August 23, 2018
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Among a slew of new brews, old favorites still stand out.
With a plethora of new breweries popping up, it's easy to get lost in the traffic as a steady stream of new beers keeps whizzing by.
By Mike Riedel
August 15, 2018
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These two beers might be different, but can appeal to a variety of preferences.
It's been a great couple of weeks in the beer-nerd world.
By Mike Riedel
August 1, 2018
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Utah's homebrew clubs fan the flames of ingenuity.
The odds are pretty good that the beer you're drinking had its genesis in some homebrewer's kitchen.
By Mike Riedel
July 25, 2018
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Unique additives make for an exciting beer variety.
For the longest time, options were pretty narrow when it came to the types of fruit used in fruited beers.
By Mike Riedel
July 18, 2018
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South Salt Lake continues to expand its craft beer offerings.
Even if you're just a casual beer nerd, you've probably noticed there's been an influx of new breweries hitting the state, with the vast majority of them popping up in the capital city.
By Mike Riedel
July 11, 2018
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