Beers
A Day Off with Beer(s) by the Bay - A visit to Galveston Bay Brewing in Clear Lake Shores
One golden rule of a craft beer hobbyist is to never let a day off go without brewery visit. Lucky for me, Galveston Bay Brewing announced on Facebook that Tuesday April 4th would be the first day of operation for their new location in Clear Lake Shores. Truthfully, I haven't visited this brewery in years - and a lot…
Brewing Happiness in an Old-World Style with Stesti Brewing Company
I first became aware of Stesti Brewing back in 2019. I completed a walking ghost tour through downtown Houston one afternoon with some friends that just so happened to end at the Craft Beer Cellar on Franklin Street… and what kind of beer lover doesn’t go into a bottle shop when it is right there? I made my way inside…
Nerding out over beer at DECA Beer Company
DECA is a hangout place for beer nerds from all around Houston. Located in Porter Texas this craft brewery has ton of beer options to choose from for any type of beer lovers. Surrounded by other local businesses, DECA has ample space for parking and a patio area if you enjoy drinking outdoors. Being only 15 minutes…
One Off’s and Short Batches #1: Ya Sabes- Whole Foods Brewing Company and Feathered Serpent Meads Collaboration
A collaboration release by Whole Foods Brewing Company and Feather Serpent Meads took place on Saturday, January 28th in the taproom for Whole Foods Brewing Company’s Galleria location. Their collaboration, Ya Sabes, is a 5.8% dark honey lager made with locally sourced wildflower honey. Chris Shelton, the Head Brewer…
Video Beer Review: Dot Matrix Black Lager from Equal Parts Brewing
Stop the presses! Dan is back for the new year! Alright alright alright. Check out his latest review of Equal Parts Brewing Dot Matrix Black Lager. Watch on his YouTube channel and don't forget to smash that subscribe button! Cheers! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwHvOaMbsJM
Project Halo Brewery's Disco Demon Triple Black IPA & Challenge Coin Membership
Project Halo Brewing in Fulshear Texas may be new to the scene but they’re hitting the ground running, inside of a vibrant colored taproom that reminds me of being in an ice cream parlor but even better because there’s local craft beer for sale instead. Did you know Project Halo Brewing is a woman & veteran owned…
A sea of emotions saying goodbye to Bakfish Brewing Co. - Pearland's first craft brewery
When a brewery closes in Houston, I usually have feelings of confusion, sadness and mourning - generally in that order. When a brewery less than 2 miles from my home decides to close, I can't help to feel a whirlwind of all those emotions combined for the first time ever, I am taking it personal. After talking to a…
Ooky Spooky : An Imperial Stout from Running Walker
Happy Halloween! With a name like Ooky Spooky, this beer will give you the chills. Running Walker Beer has put together a great beer that you should be drinking on this Halloween night. Ooky Spooky is an Imperial Stout with dark chocolate, cinnamon, and pumpkin. The nose alone should be a candle and I’d light that…
Drink like you're German at Back Pew's Oktobeerfest
It’s the prost wonderful time of the year, it’s Oktoberfest season again! In our previous article we covered a few of the happenings around town during this season - give it a read! Every year, I make it a point to visit Back Pew Brewing’s Oktobeerfest for the festivities and great beer and this year will be no…
Middie Back Amber Ale from Elder Son Brewery in the Heights
In my personal opinion, I feel Houston has been lacking in American amber style beer options. What was once a booming style has been dwindled down to just a small handful of breweries offering a solid year round amble ale. I found what is definitely a contender for my favorite amber in Middie Back from Elder Son…
A taste of the tamarind sour at Turkey Forrest Brewing
Agua frescas have long been a popular way to keep cool in the summers for many mexican american children and Turkey Forrest Brewing has taken that idea and made it into something that will bring you right back to childhood. Already in their line up of fresca beers include Northside Red a hibiscus (jamaica) sour,…
5 Houston area IPAs you should be drinking on National IPA Day
The first Thursday of August is always National IPA Day , another made up beer holiday that we all love to celebrate. This year I have continued to enjoy this style on a regular basis, spreading the love along side more hop balanced lagers. Whether you are a fan of this hop forward style or not, IPAs still remain the…