In this issue

Beer has long been a tool for greasing the hinges of communication – from first dates to the founding of the USA. In a time where divides feel greater and smiles seem harder to come by, its important that we not forget to appreciate the fact that any of us can sit around and share a beer at all. Especially during the holiday season.

To that end, we've got a host of sensory experiences, transcribed to transport you both outward -- to Sweden for a Great Taste Adventure, to Le Roeulx Belgium to Rediscover St. Feuillien, and inward for tales of palate exploration with our story on Gueze: The Champagne of Craft Beers, Spruce Beer, and of course, our industry-leading Beer Review.

You'll hear the roar of a barrel char in our final act of The Art of Coopering, and the delicate, sensual tones of The New Most Interesting Man in the World, who was kind enough to pour a bit of wisdom into our glass. Of course, we've got plenty more wisdom of our own to give you -- a treatise on the state of beer styles, a look at Oregon's Pfriem Family Brewers, and more news than you can shake a yule log at.

As always, we want to stress the importance of beer as a means for togetherness, inclusion and enjoyment of life. At the end of the day, beer is beer and people are people. We hope you enjoy the Holiday Issue of The Beer Connoisseur!

The Most Interesting Man In The World – Numero Dos

When it comes to being interesting, there is one man that does it better than anyone else. He is a man who needs no introduction, as his exploits and adventures are known the world over. His derring-do and bold attitude are the envy of men everywhere and his weathered good looks and boundless charisma stoke the desires of women everywhere. He is… The New Most Interesting Man In The World. 

5 mins

The Wood Pile Strikes Back

Crafting the barrel: Where a skilled trade becomes artistry. 

5 mins

Gueuze: The Champagne of Craft Beer

With a new year swiftly approaching, it’s time to dust off that lambic basket and prepare to ring in 2017 with a beverage far superior to champagne.

3 mins

Sweden: The Great Taste Adventure

Inspiration via exploration of all the senses

9 mins

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