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Lakefront Brewery's Gluten Free New Grist Pilsner-Style Lager

Tasting Tuesday: New Grist Gluten-Free Pilsner Style Beer

by Julie Holt July 08, 2025 2 min read

This week’s Tasting Tuesday features New Grist from Lakefront Brewery, the first federally-approved gluten-free beer in the U.S. Brewed without wheat or barley, it’s crisp, light, and packed with history. Whether you're gluten-intolerant or just beer-curious, this pioneering pilsner-style brew is worth a sip.

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IPA VS Lager Who Ya Got?

IPA vs Lager: The Ultimate Beer Showdown for Craft Beer Fans

by Julie Holt July 07, 2025 2 min read

Bitter or smooth? Loud or chill? This isn't just about taste—it's about which beer matches your weekend energy and your wardrobe. We’re breaking down IPA vs Lager with humor, style, and just a hint of spillage.

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These Beer Parody Shirts Are Why Your Friends Think You’re the Funny One

These Beer Parody Shirts Are Why Your Friends Think You’re the Funny One

by Tom Ertle July 03, 2025 2 min read

Your jokes are loud, your beer is cold, and your shirt? It’s doing most of the talking. These beer parody tees riff on everything from Pac-Man to Netflix and are guaranteed to get laughs—even if your punchlines flop.

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If You Recognize These Beer Shirts, Congrats—You’re Old Enough to Drink

If You Recognize These Beer Shirts, Congrats—You’re Old Enough to Drink

by Brew Swag June 25, 2025 2 min read

If you remember VHS tapes, Saturday morning cartoons, and the original Optimus Prime, congrats—you’re old enough to drink and probably cool enough to wear these parody beer shirts. Nostalgia never looked so hoppy.

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Craft Beer T-Shirts for People Who Know What IBUs Actually Are

Craft Beer T-Shirts for People Who Know What IBUs Actually Are

by Brew Swag June 19, 2025 2 min read

You know what IBU stands for—and your shirt should too. Ditch the free promo tee and check out our funniest, hoppiest craft beer shirts for real beer geeks.

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Southern Tier Early Bird

Tasting Tuesday: Southern Tier’s Early Bird Blackberry Lemonade Ale – The Summer Crusher You Didn’t Know You Needed

by Brew Swag June 17, 2025 2 min read

Summer just got a whole lot juicier. Southern Tier’s Early Bird Blackberry Lemonade Ale is a sweet-tart crusher perfect for BBQs, beach days, and pretending you know how to operate a grill. Read our full tasting breakdown and get your hands on the ultimate summer beer.

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From Taproom to Backyard: The Ultimate Guide to Beer Hats

From Taproom to Backyard: The Ultimate Guide to Beer Hats

by Brew Swag June 10, 2025 2 min read

Looking for the ultimate beer accessory? A good beer hat is more than just sun protection—it's a personality statement. Whether you're brewery-hopping or backyard-grilling, here’s how to rock a craft beer hat like a seasoned pro.

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Rhinegeist Blossom

Tasting Tuesday: Everything’s Coming Up Blossom at Rhinegeist

by Brew Swag June 10, 2025 2 min read

Blossom from Rhinegeist is everything we want in a spring beer: citrusy, smooth, and full of sunny vibes. It’s a seasonal wheat ale brewed with orange and lemon peel — and it’s blooming with character.

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Tasting Tuesday: Freshy Lime Lager by Market Garden Brewing

Tasting Tuesday: Freshy Lime Lager by Market Garden Brewing

by Brew Swag June 03, 2025 2 min read

This week’s Tasting Tuesday heads to Cleveland for a cold one: Freshy Lime Lager from Market Garden Brewing. Light, citrusy, and lawnmower-approved, it’s the official beer of summer chill.

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Beer Shirts For Retro Gamers

Beer Shirts for Video Game Lovers – 8-Bit Style, Full-Pint Attitude

by Brew Swag June 02, 2025 2 min read

If your perfect night includes a cold beer and a classic controller, these shirts are your new uniform. Level up your summer style with retro beer shirts built for gamers and drinkers alike.

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What To Get Your Beer-Loving Dad - Father's Day Gift Recommendations

What to Get Your Beer-Loving Dad This Father’s Day (Hint: It’s Not a Tie)

by Brew Swag May 27, 2025 2 min read

This Father’s Day, skip the predictable gifts and hook Dad up with beer gear he’ll actually use. Hats, shirts, aprons, and coolers built for dads who drink like legends.

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Tasting Tuesday: Clear Sky Lavender Lemon Sorbet by Wolf’s Ridge Brewing

Tasting Tuesday: Clear Sky Lavender Lemon Sorbet by Wolf’s Ridge Brewing

by Brew Swag May 27, 2025 2 min read

Lavender. Lemon. Cream ale. This week’s Tasting Tuesday takes on Wolf’s Ridge Brewing’s Clear Sky Lavender Lemon Sorbet—a floral, citrusy break from the hop madness.

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