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  1. Why All Hazy IPAs Taste the Same (And How to Brew Something Distinct)

    Why All Hazy IPAs Taste the Same (And How to Brew Something Distinct)

    Let's get a little technical. Not all the haze in Hazy IPAs is caused from the yeast. There are many contributing factors. Read our blog article to find out more about creating haze and how to create more depth in your hazy beers. 

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  2. 5 Beer Industry Trends Brewers Must Know

    5 Beer Industry Trends Brewers Must Know

    The world is changing quickly. So is the beer world. A new generation with different tastes and lifestyles is coming of drinking age in a strange and unpredictable economy. These changes have undoubtedly played a role in trends we are seeing in the market today. Here’s what you should know.

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  3. Craft Malt and the Basics

    Craft Malt and the Basics

    Drinking locally has not only been trending for years, it has become an integral part of the craft beverage industry. Supporting local makers is good for building a community, helping the environment, and part of what has made craft beverages so successful. But, while the drink in your glass is made local, many of the ingredients in it are not. That’s where craft malting comes in. 

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  4. Don’t Let Dirty Draft Lines Ruin Your Beer

    Don’t Let Dirty Draft Lines Ruin Your Beer

    The beer-making process is complex. There are a lot of opportunities for mistakes, up to the very moment when the beer goes through the draft line and into a glass. It’s why keeping lines clean is crucial for any brewery, bar, or restaurant that values the quality of their beers.

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  5. The Ultimate Gift Guide for Brewers and Beer Lovers

    The Ultimate Gift Guide for Brewers and Beer Lovers

    There are hundreds of beer gifts to choose from. But to narrow it down, here are a handful of quality and interesting items that make presents that are sure to please any brewer and beer lover. 

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  6. Craft Brewers Embrace Sustainability in Creative Ways

    Craft Brewers Embrace Sustainability in Creative Ways

    The unfortunate reality is beer, like most products in a global economy, requires resources and leaves behind waste. Three to seven barrels of water produce one barrel of beer. Energy heats and cools ingredients throughout the brewing process. Read on to learn the creative ways breweries are putting sustainability as a priority.

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  7. Beer Money: Financing Options for Craft Breweries

    Beer Money: Financing Options for Craft Breweries

    Whether you run an established craft brewery or are just starting out, there are times when you might need “beer money” - outside funding to pursue new opportunities or endure a period of uncertainty. On Tap Credit Union is here to help you understand the ins and outs of your financial options when it comes to financing that perfect brew.

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  8. Same-Same yet Different -  The Exploration of Beer and Wine

    Same-Same yet Different - The Exploration of Beer and Wine

    At the most basic level, making beer and wine is the same. Ingredients, like barley or grapes, break down into fermentable sugars, sit around for a while with some yeast, and viola—booze. Despite their similar processes, beer and wine are obviously very different drinks. But why is that? We are going to break down some of the key differences between them and discover how they can be same-same, yet different.

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  9. On the Tip of Your Tongue: An Interview with a Beer Sensory Specialist

    On the Tip of Your Tongue: An Interview with a Beer Sensory Specialist

    The beauty of beer is that in addition to the year-round classics we anticipate, brewers are a mighty inventive bunch and despite beer being around for centuries (it’s one of the first beverages produced by humans), there’s always something new and exciting brewing. Are you drinking what's trending for 2022?

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  10. Are You Drinking the Trends of 2022?

    Are You Drinking the Trends of 2022?

    The beauty of beer is that in addition to the year-round classics we anticipate, brewers are a mighty inventive bunch and despite beer being around for centuries (it’s one of the first beverages produced by humans), there’s always something new and exciting brewing. Are you drinking what's trending for 2022?

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