The Science Behind Barrel Aging: What Changes Over Time

The Science Behind Barrel Aging: What Changes Over Time If you have ever sipped an aged imperial stout or a funky sour that spent months in oak, you know there’s something magical about the process. But what actually happens inside those barrels? It’s not just sitting around getting older — barrel aging is a complex chemical dance that transforms beer in ways that can’t be replicated in stainless steel. Let’s break down the science behind […]

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events Sept. 26th

Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. New Releases: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bold Republic Brewing

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Location Spotlight: Cedar Park Leander

Location Spotlight: Cedar Park + Leander

Location Spotlight: Cedar Park + Leander 9/25/25: Refreshed article for 2025.  Please fill out our survey! The Cedar Park and Leander beer scene has grown into one of the busiest corners of Central Texas.  If you haven’t explored the suburbs northwest of Austin yet, take warning – it’s too much for one day.  In this article, we’ll cover the brewery options, top beer bars, and bottleshop(s), and maybe even reach a bit further to other

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Location Spotlight: Georgetown

Location Spotlight: Georgetown

Location Spotlight: Georgetown 9/25/25: Refreshed article for 2025.  Please fill out our survey! Have you done a beer day in Georgetown yet?  A quick drive up I-35 from downtown Austin (estimated time between 40 minutes and 8 hours, depending on traffic) puts you in the county seat of Williamson County.  The historic downtown square houses several beer-centric businesses that are worth checking out, and a few miles outside of downtown you’ll find two breweries –

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events Sept. 19th

Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. New Releases: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pinthouse Pizza (@pinthousepizza)

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events Sept. 12th

Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. New Releases: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Beerburg Events (@beerburgevents)

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What Craft Brewers Can Learn from Beverage Industry Data Trends

What Craft Brewers Can Learn from Beverage Industry Data Trends Craft brewers face the challenge of aligning their products with ever-evolving consumer tastes. To succeed, they must leverage comprehensive data to understand these preferences deeply. Analyzing beverage industry statistics allows them to innovate and strategically market their offerings. At the same time, keeping track of food and beverage industry statistics helps brewers align with broader market dynamics beyond beer alone. In the craft beer sector,

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Foreclosure Leads to New Ownership for Texas Beer Co.

Foreclosure Leads to New Ownership for Texas Beer Co. Located at 1331 W 2nd St, Taylor, TX 76574 Update: 9/7/2025 Texas Beer Co. will continue to operate and be sold under the same name, only the ownership is changing. Continue to support TBC by coming out to their annual OkTaylorfest on September 20. According to the Austin Business Journal, Texas Beer Company will continue operating under new ownership after defaulting on more than $1.4 million

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events Sept. 5th

Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around. New Releases: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Meanwhile Brewing Company

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The Great American Beer Festival Returns in 2025

Raise a Glass! Tickets on Sale for the 2025 Great American Beer Festival  Experience thousands of craft beers, ciders, cocktails, and more this October 9-11 in Denver   BOULDER, Colo. —Tickets to the Great American Beer Festival® (GABF) are officially on sale! Hosted by the Brewers Association, the trade organization representing small and independent craft brewers, GABF will return to the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, on October 9-11, 2025. Following last year’s buzzworthy debut of ready-to-drink cocktails (RTDs) and beyond-beer

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Austin Craft Beer Events | College Football Kickoff

Austin Craft Beer Events | College Football Kickoff Austin Area Brewery Hours and Map   It is my favorite time of year. Fall with College Football! Opening weekend kicks off with a big one- University of Texas vs Ohio State at 11 am. U.T is ranked number One in the polls this year. There are lots of breweries who are opening early to show the game.   Craft Beer Bars and Breweries Showing the Game :

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Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events August 29th

Austin Weekly Beer Releases and Events  Check out Austin craft beer releases and events that are happening around town this week. Austin Area Brewery Map New offerings from breweries that are releasing this week, or offerings that are now returning to the menu after a hiatus. We cannot promise they will still be in stock by the time the weekend comes around.   View this post on Instagram A post shared by 3rd Level Brewing (@3rdlevelbrew)

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