Ronnie Risner
Ronnie has been drinking craft beer for the last 12-15 years and enjoys frequenting breweries and home brewing. He hopes to give back to the beer community that has been so welcoming. He loves to review beer and enjoys hearing all the stories that’s behind each beer.
A New Kind of Buzz: From Hops to Hemp with H.H. Soda Co.
It is well known that THC has helped fuel a lot of things for me. Recently, I’ve switched to exclusively drinking my THC, and when Back Pew announced they were releasing not one but two flavors under the name H.H. Soda Company, I was stoked. HH Soda Co is associated with Back Pew Brewing Company , a craft brewery in…
Stout season is back! Back Pew Releases Canto V
It’s that time of the year that I preach doesn’t have a specific time of the year: it’s STOUT SEASON! Speaking of preaching, Back Pew Brewing Company has released Canto V, and I am beyond excited for this release. Don’t know about the Canto series? It’s a highly-anticipated bourbon barrel-aged series Back Pew has been…
Celebrating Four Years of Big Owl!
Big Owl is turning four, and they're celebrating in a big way on September 6th from noon until 11 p.m.! It's hard to believe it's been four years since their grand opening. In that time, they've become a true community hub—a place where you can make new friends, discover amazing new beers, and share tons of laughs.…
Ready to Run for a Beer? Join Me at the Backpew 5K!
Backpew has always felt like a special connection for me. Lately, that connection has grown even stronger since I signed up for the Backpew 5K, set for November 15th (can anyone say Houston Beer Guide running team?). More on the 5K later - beer first! Few weeks ago when I saw that Backpew was releasing a Kolsch, I…
Headed out West to meet Downtown Dusty
Katy residents are fortunate to have a mayor who not only supports but savors craft beer. William "Dusty" Thiele and No Label Brewing Co. have collaborated on an Amber Lager to honor his contributions to the city they proudly represent. Dubbed "Downtown Dusty," this amber lager is currently a seasonal offering, but…
Stout Fest 2024 at Excalibur Brewing in Old Town Spring
When is the right time to drink a stout? The answer is 'right now'. If you’ve read any of my articles or ever had a conversation with me about beer you’ll know that I’m all about that stout life. When I heard Excalibur Brewing in Old Town Spring announced the 2nd annual Stout Fest 2024, you know I had to get the…
Ingenious Brewing Company announces closure
Officially announced on Facebook, the circling rumors about Ingenious Brewing closure is in fact - confirmed true. Ingenious made the official post this morning . Ingenious Closing Announcement on Facebook How do you say goodbye to a brewery you’ve been visiting since the beginning, made countless memories from, built…
OktoBEERfest This Weekend at Back Pew Brewing
Back Pew Brewing is widely known for having some of the best lagers in Houston and their OktoBEERfest each year is a great opportunity for them to showcase their specialty. As a German lager lover, I make sure to never miss this event. This Saturday October 7th, Back Pew Brewing will be hosting their annual…
Murkey Myers Hazy DIPA Haunts Houston - Passport Challenge from No Label Brewing
As a horror fan, I am always looking forward to October especially with all the fun festivals leading up to my favorite holiday, Halloween. Wicked was just unleashed upon us in Houston as the elusive haunted beer mascot from No Label Brewing, Murkey Myers has now broken out of his cage and is on the loose, causing…
El Carlito - No Label's International Champion
El Carlito has returned to defend his title! Well… more like titles at this point, as El Carlito kicked off a new era for No Label Brewing Co. in Katy Texas. El Carlito, NL's award winning German style wheat ale/Weizenbock, has won several knockout awards in the last 3 years including 2021 in the US Open Beer…
Happy "Make me a Michelada" day! w/ Gringolada HTX
Gringolada is a michelada mix focused company based out of Humble that has been producing fun, unique micheladas mixes and candies since 2020. Started as a labor of love, Gringolada has expanded quickly with their mix lineup, originally sold only in a local bar in Humble when ordering micheladas or bloody marys.…
Vert Di Foorke!? A Belgian style quad from Saloon Door Brewing
Saloon Door Brewing in Webster Texas is releasing the first beer in the new Cellar Door Series this weekend in the taproom. This new series will contain new beer recipes with plans to release every quarter. The first beer coming out of the gate is named "Vert Di Foorke", a Belgian style quadruple clocking in at 10%…