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Kolsch, the perfect summer rasenmäher bier

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It’s a common misconception that ales are not brewed in Germany, the lager capital of the world. Not true! Weissbier, Altbier, Gose and Kolsch, fermented with ale yeast, have been brewed in Germany for centuries. Kolsch is the traditional ale from Koln, or Cologne, as English speakers know the city. Kolsch has been brewed in … Read more

Extra Special Bitter, aka ESB

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Bitter is a relative term. The classic Bitters are downright malty when compared to today’s hop-bombs. However, they were quite bitter when compared to the Milds, Browns and Porters popular in England when Bitters stormed onto the seen. Compared to modern bitter American ales, ESBs are well balanced, with a strong malt backbone supporting the … Read more