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The Best Beers of the Year (So Far): Quarter 1, 2023 Edition

By / / Austin Breweries, CBA

The Best Beers of the Year (So Far): Quarter 1, 2023 Edition Have you ever looked at a “best beers” list and been disappointed that all of the winners were only available on the other side of the country? Even a local list could show beers that were available nearby, but they’re long gone and you just didn’t know what you were missing at the time. We need a list that highlights the best new …

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Wild West Brew Fest: A Wildly Good Time in Pflugerville

By / / CBA, Event Listings and New Releases

Wild West Brew Fest: A Wildly Good Time in Pflugerville On Saturday, April 8th, 2023, Pflugerville’s first-ever beer festival took place at Typhoon Texas Waterpark right off Highway 130.  Wild West Brew Fest (WWBF) is an annual event run by the Rotary Club of Katy since 2012 (here’s our preview of their 2018 event, for a trip down history).  Now the event has a second location, right here in Central Texas!  The event is fully …

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What to Drink in Tokyo

By / / Beer Trippin'

Beer Trippin’ – Tokyo, Japan Japan is well known for its technology, culture, and of course, food. It’s not necessarily the first place you’d think of “beer”, but as one of the most highly modernized countries, of course, there are plenty of great beer options. This article will focus on some of the best breweries and beer bars in Tokyo – easily navigated by train, no location in the sprawling city is ever too far. …

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10Best | Nicest Brewery Taprooms

By / / 10Best, Austin Breweries, CBA, Guide

10Best | Nicest Brewery Taprooms Updated March 29, 2023 Deciding where to go for a beer in Austin can feel overwhelming with how many breweries there are nowadays.  There are a few key traits you might be seeking out – you might be looking to try a great new beer, or a bite to eat; but no matter what, the most important attribute of a brewery taproom is how enjoyable it is to spend your …

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