Category: Craft Drinks Stuff You Should Know
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What is Germany’s Beer Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot) About?
Beer was once (and may even still be) considered a staple in many German diets. At one point, beer was considered so important that the Reinheitsgebot, or the beer purity law, was issued. This law still dominates beer-making in Germany, in great contrast to the opacity surrounding beer ingredients in the US. What is the…
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How are Hops Grown?
We all know that a primary ingredient in beer, especially craft beers, is hops. But where and how are they grown?Hop plants are actually vines and are fairly widespread and grow in temperate climates throughout the world. The key part of the plant is the flowers. These give beer its trademark bitter notes. The vine-like…