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Featured Beer Cocktail
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Fuzzy Woody
Take one shot of peach schnapps and mix it in with a glass of Woodchuck cider.
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Featured Recipe
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Hard Cider Cinnamon Cupcakes with Dulce de Leche filling and Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting
By: Kammie
Difficulty: Moderate
Cooking with beer is always fun, but baking with hard cider is awesome! These sweet dulce de leche filled cupcakes are the perfect treat for a hot summer day. Make sure you save a glass of cider to reward yourself for all of your hard work.
Ingredients
Yields 12 cupcakes
For the cake part:
-3/4 cup All Purpose Flour
-3/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour
-1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
-1/2 tsp. Salt
-1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted Butter, room Temperature
-3/4 cups Light Brown Sugar
-2 eggs
-3/4 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
-1/2 cup Hard Cider
For the filling:
-7 Tbsp Dulce De Leche
-2 tsp Hard Cider
For the frosting:
-1/4 cup butter, room temperature
-1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
-1 1/4 tablespoons Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla milk
-1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
Set aside.
In a larger bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and creamy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Add the flour mixture, alternatively with the hard cider, beginning and ending with the flour.
Divide the batter among the prepared baking cups.
Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a couple minutes.
Transfer the cupcakes to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Once they are relatively cool, cut small holes inside in the middle with an apple corer or a knife.
Go about 3/4 of the way down the cupcake, be careful not to go all the way down.
You can take the inside of the cake out with a knife or your finger. Be gentle.
Take the dulce de leche and put it in a small bowl. Add the hard cider to soften it up and make the mixture more creamy.
Stir it up with a spoon until it reaches a nice creamy consistency.
Transfer the mixture to a piping bag and pipe it into each hole of a cupcake to the top. You can use a large ziplock bag with one of the ends cut out to make your own piping bag.
To make the frosting, place butter in a large bowl.
Beat on low for 30 seconds.
Add the powdered sugar in, about 1/2 (I did it by 1/4) of a cup at a time.
Beating on low between each addition.
You may need less than the ingredients say to reach the perfect consistency because of the gradual mixing of sugar and butter.
Once it reaches the perfect "just stiff enough" consistency, add the milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
Beat on medium for 1 minute. You can add additional powdered sugar if the frosting is too liquidy. If the frosting is too hard, add more milk.
Frost the cupcakes as desired.
Voila!
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Fresh Beer Represents:
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AMERICAN CRAFT BEER:
Avery Brewing
Belfast Bay Brewing
Blue Point Brewing
Boulder Brewing
Breckenridge Brewery
Brewery Ommegang
The Bruery
Buffalo Bill's
Cisco Brewers
Clipper City Brewing
Crazy Mountain Brewing
Dogfish Head Brewing
Flying Dog Brewing
Fort Collins Brewing
Gordon Biersch Brewing
Highland Brewing
Hoppin' Frog
Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales
Left Hand Brewing
MacTarnahan's Brewing
Magic Hat Brewing Co.
Narragansett
New Planet Beer
Oskar Blues Brewing
Peak Organic Brewing Co.
Penn Brewing
Red Brick Brewing
Rogue Ales
Saranac Brewing
Shiner Beers
Shipyard Brewing
Stone Brewing
Stoudt's Brewing
St. John's Brewing
Thomas Creek Brewery
Twisted Pine Brewing
Victory Brewing
LOCAL FLORIDA BEER:
Cigar City Brewing
Due South Brewing
Holy Mackerel Beer
Inlet Brewing (Monk in the Trunk)Native Brewing
Saint SomewhereTequesta Brewing
IMPORT BEER:
Arcobrau
Ayinger
Baird
Belhaven Brewing
Bellegem's
Bischoff Premium
Bitburger
Blanche de Bruxelles
Brasserie d'Achouffe
Cantillon
Carib
Collesi
De Proef
Drie Fonteinen
Duvel
Gaffel Kolsch
Gayant
Greene's Organic
Hopf
Ise
Konig
Krombacher
Lefebvre
Liefmans
Lindemans
Malheur
Maredsous
Mikkeller
Orval
Palm
Reutberger
Samuel Smith's Brewery
Schonramer
Steenbrugge
Theakson
Timmerman's
Well's and Young's
Westmalle
Zatec
CIDERS AND MEADS:
Aspall Ciders
B. Nektar Meadery
Chaucer's Cellars
Julian Hard Cider
Redstone Meadery
Samuel Smith's Organic Cider
Strongbow (in select areas)
Woodchuck Ciders (in select areas)
SPIRITS:
Rogue Spirits
Siesta Key Rum
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954-654-4512
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954-661-2893
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ian.salzberg@brown.com
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561-755-7456
Jennifer Miller - Beer Bard
561-876-3519
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Wow..what a week last week! My liver is still recovering from the onslaught of events for American Craft Beer Week. It is hard to imagine that we put on or participated in over 50 events in one week. Although, I couldn't attend all (I don't think anyone could), the ones I went to were a good time. I want to thank all of you that came out and participated. I hope all of you had a good time and enjoyed some of the great beers that we brought in just for ACBW. I think we had a cask pouring somewhere every night of the week. That is a first for South Florida! Other firsts include the Comic Book and Brews night where over 50 people showed up dressed like their favorite Superhero's. Take that Halloween! How about the Skype's with some of the brewers? How often do you get to talk to the people who make your favorite beers? Pints and Putters golf tournament. Beer and golf is a pretty common thing, but Putt Putt golf and beer...now that is a great combination. Then there was the Tequesta Pool Party in North Miami...it may have been raining a bit but who cares as long as you are in your bathing suit and have a beer in your hand.
So another year is complete, but the events are still going on. I count another 15+ just below. So check 'em out. And I would feel remiss if I didn't mention the opening of a new production brewery in our own backyard. Due South Brewing opened it's doors just in time for ACBW. You can stop by (Sunday through Thursday 12 to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 12 to 11 p.m.) and sample some of their wares such as Caramel Cream Ale, Cat 3 IPA, and Honey Wheat. And you can count on Mike to have a few other offerings available as well. They are located up in Boynton Beach which may be a bit far for some of you but the good news is that there is a Tri-Rail station located just around the corner. So hop on that train and head over for a pint. You can't get a DUI riding a train!
Cheers,
Adam Fine
Director of Hoperations
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Upcoming Events:
May 25
Crown Wine and Spirits (9930 Clint Moore Rd., Boca Raton, 33496) will be hosting a beer tasting. For $10 you can sample over 30 different types of beers, gourmet snacks, and get a pint glass to keep. The tasting is from 7 to 9 p.m.
May 27
Stop by Whole Foods Boca (1400 Glades Rd., #110, Boca Raton, 33431) for a Shipyard Summer Ale tastings from 12 to 3 p.m.
May 29
Dine in style at Edge Steakhouse (1435 Brickell Ave., Miami, 33131) at the Four Seasons for a "BBQ & Beer" specialty dinner. Feast on 5 courses paired with Cigar City Beers and High West Whiskeys. Menu highlights include hickory smoked salmon and American caviar, BBQ's La Belle Farms duck, lamb sausage and warm brown butter chocolate chip cookies with Manhattan Jello shots and doughnut milkshakes. The cost is $79 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are required so call 305-381-3190 today!
May 29
The Office (201 East Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, 33444) is hosting a 5 course dinner paired with some amazing Cigar City beers. We are getting hungry just thinking about it. The cost is $60 per person plus tax and gratuity. Space is limited, call 561-276-3600 to reserve your spot today!
Amuse - Foie Gras ravioli with hazelnut foam.
Paired with Cigar City Ligero Black Lager.
First Course - Cracked conch with island cocktail sauce, avocado puree.
Paired with Cigar City Florida Cracker.
Second Course - Smoked duck breast with confit kumquat, petite herb salad, toasted almonds.
Paired with Cigar City Jai Alai IPA.
Third Course - Wild Florida frog legs, braised mushrooms, mustard greens, demi-glace.
Paired with Cigar City Minaret ESB.
Fourth Course - House-made gnocchi, molasses braised pork cheek, tallegio cheese, apple chips.
Paired with Cigar City Maduro.
Fifth Course - Roasted plantain panna cotta with plantain fosters.
Paired with Cigar City Cubano Espresso.
May 29th
English Tap and Tavern (5050 Town Center Circle, #247, Boca Raton, 33486) will be hosting a luxurious, five-course dinner paired with fine American craft beers.
First Course - Beer-steamed mussels frittes.
Paired with Avery White Rascal Belgian White Ale.
Second Course - Seared ahi tuna sliders with seaweed salad, wasabi mayo, and ponzu sauce.
Paired with Victory Headwaters Pale Ale.
Third Course - Rosemary crusted flatbread pizza with prosciutto, gorgonzola, and fig and balsamic jam.
Paired with Terrapin Hopsecutioner IPA.
Fourth Course - Grilled English "bangers" and mash with brown ale gravy.
Paired with Cigar City Maduro Brown Ale.
Fifth Course - Mixed berry truffle.
Paired with Lindemans Lambic Mimosas.
The cost is $40 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Call 561-544-8000 to RSVP today. Dinner starts at 7 p.m.
May 30
Join Tryst (4 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach, 33444) as they host a "Craft Beer Social" with Slow Food Glades to Coast. For $39.95 plus tax and tip, you will receive an amazing selection of craft beers both draft and bottle paired with several small plates and appetizers. The tasting will be guided by Chef Julian Greaves. Seating is limited, so call 561-921-0201 to RSVP today!
May 31
Biergarten Boca Raton (309 Via De Palmas, Boca Raton, 334321) along with Shipyard Brewing Company will be hosting a Monkey Fist Release Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Order your first draft and receive a souvenir pint glass, while supplies last.
June 1
In celebration of National Caribbean American Heritage Month all South Florida World of Beer locations will be featuring Carib beers as their "beer of the month" with select World of Beers doing special Carib Nights. Stop by your local World of Beer to celebrate.
- June 1 at World of Beer Dadeland (9010 SW 72nd Place, Suite F-101, Miami, 33156) from 7 to 9 p.m.
- June 9 at World of Beer Wellington (2465 State Highway 7, #100, Wellington, 33414) from 7 to 9 p.m.
- June 15 at World of Beer Clematis (101 N. Clematis St., West Palm Beach, 33401) from 7 to 9 p.m.
- June 21 at World of Beer Coconut Creek (4437 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek, 33073) from 7 to 9 p.m.
- June 28 at World of Beer Dadeland (9070 SW 72nd Place, Suite F-101, Miami, 33156) from 7 to 9 p.m.
June 1
Starting on June 1st all South Florida Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza locations will have half priced craft beers on Mondays and Tuesday's all day. It is the perfect cure if you have a case of the Mondays or the even dreaded, but little known, case of the Tuesdays.
June 1
Ommegang Pint Night at World of Beer Dadeland (9010 SW 72nd Place, Suite F-101, Miami, 33156). Sample delicious beers from Brewery Ommegang and keep your first pint glass, while supplies last! Starts at 6 p.m.
June 1
Holy Smoke's American Bistro and Bar (2650 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, 33410) will be having great deals on Shipyard and Sea Dog buckets all summer long. Mix and match and get crazy up in here!
June 1
All South Florida World of Beer locations will be celebrating the "dog days of summer" with deals on Sea Dog Blue Paw and Raspberry. From June to August!
June 2
Stop by Whole Foods Fort Lauderdale (2000 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, 33305) for a Shipyard Summer Ale tasting from 12 to 3 p.m.
June 5,6,7
Party at select World of Beer locations with Shipyard Brewing Company as they welcome Monkey Fist IPA to South Florida. Order your first draft and receive a souvenir pint glass, while supplies last.
June 7
World of Beer Coconut Creek (4437 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek, 33073) will be hosting a Due South Tap Takeover. Stop by to try out the newest South Florida craft brewery. Taps start pouring at 7 p.m.
June 9
Stop by Whole Foods Fort Lauderdale (2000 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, 33305) for a Shipyard Summer Ale Tasting from 12 to 3 p.m.
June 11
World of Beer Clematis (101 N. Clematis St., #100, West Palm Beach, 33401) will be hosting a La Chouffe/Brewery Ommegang night featuring La Chouffe Houblon, Gnomegang, and Three Philosophers. Have a pint before you say "Schlitweitz"!
June 14
Puccini's Pizzeria (1100 Linton Blvd., Delray Beach, 33444) will be hosting a Due South Tap Takeover to welcome our newest craft brewery to South Florida. They will have $10 beer flight and free pizza samples starting at 7 p.m.
June 15
Join Whole Foods Boca Raton (1400 Glades Rd., #10, Boca Raton, 33431) as they celebrate their anniversary with some stellar craft beers paired with some great food. This is one shindig you don't want to miss. The party starts at 6:30 p.m.
June 16
Come Celebrate the inaugural "Craft Beer Festival and Burger Bash" at PGA National Resort (400 Ave. of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, 33418). Culinary students and local chefs battle for the title of Palm Beaches "2012 King of all Burgers". There will be over 50 craft beers and burger sampling plus a home brew seminar, and live music. $35 advanced admission or $40 at the door. Check out their website for more information. It is going to be LEGEND...wait for it....DARY!
June 22
Stop by Whole Foods Boca (1400 Glades Rd., #110, Boca Raton, 33431) for a Shipyard Summer Ale tasting from 4 to 7 p.m.
July 1
It is a Hot Dog Fest in Art's Park (1814-1898 N. Young Circle, Hollywood, 33020). Celebrate national hot dog month by sampling every imaginable variety of hot dog from local restaurants and food trucks, plus plenty of other DJs. Drink refreshing craft beers, hang out with Miami's own Craft Brewjas, listen to live music, bring the family to enjoy splash areas for the kids, watch how-tos and cooking demos, and witness a hot dog eating contest that would give Nathan's a run for its money. This free event runs from noon to 5 p.m.
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New Arrivals:
CARIB BREWERY Mackeson XXX Stout - This is a high alcohol version of the British Mackeson Stout, which is a traditional milk stout. It is smooth and slick with a nice amount of carbonation. 4.9% ABV (bottle only).
CISCO BREWERS
Indie Pale Ale - Finally a hoppy East Coast IPA! This beautiful red-orange ale has a full malty body, balanced by fruity apricot and grapefuit hop character. Mounds of dank Summit hops provide a deliciously quenching finsh to this East meets West coast ale. 6.5% ABV (bottle only).
Summer of Lager - A light lager released at the beginning of the summer when Nantucket is just getting it's groove on! It's a classic Bavarian style lager with delicious malt palate and an assertive noble hop finish. Hints of citrus give this lager a light, refreshing flavor perfect for hot summer nights. 5.6% ABV (bottle only).
DOGFISH HEAD BREWERY
Urkontinent - A social collaboration of worldwide proportions with ingredients from all over the world including; wattleseed from Australia, toasted amaranth from South American, rooibos tea from Africa, myrica gale from Europe, and honey from the United States. The name is a German word for the theory that all of the continents were once connected. The careful combination of ingredients gives this Belgian dubble complex coffee and chocolate-covered cherry notes. 8% ABV (bottle and draft).
DUE SOUTH BREWING COMPANY
Caramel Cream Ale - The nice caramel notes will bring to mind memories from your childhood of savoring soft caramel candies. This ale is dry-hopped with vanilla to give it a pleasing, round finish. 5% ABV (draft only).
Category 3 (Cat 3) Florida Style IPA - Brewed with loads of malts and loads of hops, this golden India Pale Ale is true to the style while maintaining a balance between matly and bitter. A special blend of American hops give this beers its unique flavor. Although fruity and citrusy, this beer has only four ingredients: malt, hops, yeast, and water. 6.1% ABV (draft only).
Southern Saison - The light golden color and body of this Belgian ale give no indication of the intense flavor within. One whiff of its large rocky head will leave you curious about this fruity, farmhouse ale. Brewed with Carribean spices, this Southern Saison is a truly unique beer. 5.6% ABV (draft only).
Honey Vanilla Wheat - Golden and silky are the best ways to describe this seasonal beer. Golden in color and flavor, this surprising beer has a smooth and drinkable honey sweetness. It's finished off in the fermenter with vanialla which adds a complexity to this easy drinking beer. 4.8% ABV (draft only)
FLYING DOG BREWERY
Wild Dog Barrel-Aged Gonzo - Hunter S. Thompson once said, "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Consider this their professional version of Gonzo Imperial Porter. Aged and seasoned for three months in wood barrels from their neighbors at Stranahan's Colorado Whiskey, this ale has a well-balanced taste and abundance of character. The taste will remind you of sweet chocolate, dry oak, and smooth whiskey with a memorable, velvety mouth-feel. 9.5% ABV (draft only).
MACTARNAHAN'S BREWING COMPANY
Full Bloom Craft Lager - With beginnings reminiscent of a Bohemian pilsner, this bountiful craft lager is a refreshingly hoppy Northwest experience. 6.3% ABV (bottle only).
Other returning favorites hitting the shelves:
Look out for returning hits such as: Southern Tier Hop Sun (bottle and draft), Blue Point Toasted Lager and Summer Ale now in cans!
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Craft Account Updates:
PALM BEACH COUNTY BOCA RATON RESORT AND CLUB (501 E. Carmino Real, Boca Raton, 33432) - Designed by legendary architect Addison Mizner, this Waldorf Astoria Resort has reigned as an icon of elegance for more than 80 years. Today, the resort remains faithful to its glamorous past, while radiating a vibrant energy. Now you can toast with Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA to go along with your caviar dreams.
BROWARD COUNTY
AMERICAN SOCIAL (721 E. Las Olsa Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 33301) - Check out this new Las Olas hot spot and sample one of their 46 beers on draft featuring the craft beers you know and love. This place has great atmosphere, bar/comfort food and is offering the best in sports entertainment. Some of the tables will have a surprise feature as well! So mozy on down to check it out!
O-B HOUSE (333 Himmarshee St., Fort Lauderdale, 33312) - This place is not only the best breakfast spot in town, but now they are offering lunch and dinner! Wash down your sustenance with a great local brew such as Monk in the Trunk and Native Lager!
MUGS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL (2671 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 33306) - Come out to watch a game or to play one! They have many different games such as darts, pool, Wii games, and more! Have a Magic Hat #9 (on draft!) while challenging your friends for the ultimate bragging rights!
GO BENTO (2725 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 33020) - This fun Japanese restaurant is now offering up some great Rogue beers to go with your California roll. They now have White Crane, Red Fox, and the entire Morimoto Series in bottles to quench your wasabi induced thirst.
LAURA'S CUBAN RESTAURANT (2723 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 33020) - Not only are they serving up phenomenal Cuban food, but they now have over 150 craft and import bottles. Find that perfect beer to go with your Cuban sandwich.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
ANTHONY'S COAL FIRED PIZZA (10205 S. Dixie Hwy. #100, Miami, 33156) - They have spruced up their draft line up to include some great beers such as Palm, Blue Point Toasted Lager, Boulder Sweaty Betty, and Stone Arrogant Bastard. Suggested pairings would be a Blue Point Toasted Lager with a Paul and Young Ron Pie and then finish your night off right with a slice of cheesecake and a pint of Arrogant Bastard. Your taste buds are going to be in heaven. Say "Hi" to Robert and his crew! They will make sure to treat you right!
BOOKS N BOOKS CAFE (927 Lincoln Rd. #118, Miami Beach, 33136) - Looking for that perfect beach book? How about that perfect beer to go with your beach book? Pick up a Shiner Bock, Blue Point Toasted Lager, Cigar City Maduro, Victory Golden Monkey for yourself and a gourmet soda from Captain Eli's or Virgils for the kids. It is 50 shades of fun!
CLANDESTINO PUB (758 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 33139) - The newest tapas place on South Beach is serving up small plates with great beer. They have a great draft and bottle line up with all of your favorites including Arrogant Bastard, Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, Ommegang Witte and more! The plates may be small, but the beers are not!
LA GLOUTONNERIE (81 Washington Ave., 33139) - With roots in Mexico City, the newest addition to South Beach comes with a French twist. Make sure to pair your escargot or coquilla Saint Jacques with a Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA, Midas Touch, Victory Summer Love, Rogue Hazelnut, or a Bitburger. Just don't order freedom fries, that would be a bit uncouth.
WILL CALL (700 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, 33132) - A great new sports bar featuring hot tunes and cold beers is now open right across the street from the American Airlines Arena. Stop in for a pint of Magic Hat #9, or a cold bottle of Left Hand Milk Stout, Cigar City Maduro, Dogfish Head 90 Minute IPA, Narragansett, Rogue Dead Guy Ale, Shiner Bock, Strongbow or Sea Dog Blue Paw! They will always have your ticket!
Special Beers Being Added to Accounts:
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| The 9 Beers You're Drinking This Summer
By: Josh Sanburn
We like light beer from a can as much as the next guy. But there's more to beer these days than chugging Miller High Life at a cookout. Let's face it: beer has gotten more complicated, more nuanced, more intimidating. But it's all the better for it. There's more variety and quality in the beer world than ever before, and it's not just about what you're drinking anymore but what you're drinking it in and what you're drinking it with.
We got Anne Becerra, New York's first female cicerone (the equivalent of a wine sommelier) from beer bar The Ginger Man in New York City, to suggest the nine beers we should be drinking this summer. And we've paired them with the best meals for each as well as what to drink them out of - courtesy of Spiegelau glassware.
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| More Breweries. Less Beer.
By: Lam Thuy Vo
Earlier this year, we wrote about Kings County Beef Jerky, an artisanal jerky company in Brooklyn (of course). Sure, it's easy to mock artisanal jerky companies. The jokes basically write themselves.
But the company may represent the future of U.S. manufacturing. We wrote:
The Kings County approach is a model for how manufacturers in many sectors can do better. Ignore low-priced commodity products. Focus instead on customizing high-quality goods for a select audience willing to pay a premium.
The same idea turns out to hold true for beer. Beer production has been flat in the U.S. for decades - it's actually a tiny bit lower than it was 30 years ago (find a comprehensive data set here). And the number of big breweries has gone down.
But over the same time, the number of small, independent breweries in America has exploded.
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The Meaning and Proper Use of the Word "Trappist" as it Relates to Beer and Other Products.
By: Charles D. Cook
In the last ten to fifteen years, the beers of the Belgian and Dutch Trappist Abbeys have become increasingly popular and highly regarded in the U.S.A. among beer lovers.
Whenever an individual, product, or service becomes held in high esteem, it is common for it to be emulated. As the old saying goes, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Commercial breweries and homebrewers stateside have been emulating beers such as Chimay Blue, Orval, Rochefort 10, Westmalle Tripel and Westvleteren 12 for many years. Achel Extra and La Trappe Quadrupel enjoy a similar reputation for high quality nowadays.
However, there are an increasing number of commercial breweries in the U.S. that use the word "Trappist," or some variant thereof, to name or describe certain beers that they produce. This worries the Trappist monasteries that brew beer, as Trappist is not a style of beer. It is an appellation, and a guarantee of provenance!
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