We recently recorded our 50th episode, a feat that took just over 8 years. It seemed like a milestone worth celebrating, as getting to 100 episodes is by no means a sure thing. That idea led to a wonderful collaboration with Angelo Signorino of Barley's Brewing. The first task was to decide what style to... Continue Reading →
All Things Beer Episode 49 – Cask Ales
Nothing is more British than enjoying a glass of creamy cask ale, dispensed from a beer engine, in a cozy wood paneled pub, but good luck finding that experience once you leave the British Isles. Here in Central Ohio finding a traditional cask ale is as rare as finding a hen’s tooth, and this episode... Continue Reading →
Pat’s Pints Picks – Britain’s Best Breweries
At this time of year it’s customary to publish best of lists. In past years I have published a list of my favorite Central Ohio beers, but this year I’m going in a different direction. As many of you know I recently returned from an 11-month sabbatical in Northeast England. Many people have asked me... Continue Reading →
An Outsider’s Perspective on the Divided State of British Beer
As an American living in the UK it’s been interesting to observe the outcomes of recent votes by two organizations that exist to protect and promote beer in the UK. In March the Society for Independent Brewers (SIBA) voted against raising the maximum amount of beer a brewery could produce and still belong to the... Continue Reading →