Bloom Archives
Category: Tapped Into Bloomington
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Pilsner—Enjoy the Taste of Brewing History
er beer style was born in Plzeň, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic), when the residents became fed up with the poor-quality ale they were…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: How Brewers Test New Beer Flavors
When you visit our local breweries, you likely have a few favorite go-to beers, but you may also get intrigued by that newest addition…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Local Vienna Lagers—Nice Beers to Bridge Summer and Autumn
My love of German beers seems to run in my cultural DNA—whether I am enjoying a crisp summer Kölsch, a spicy Hefeweizen, a chocolatey…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Brown Ales Just Right for Winter
Cooler weather always sends me looking for darker, maltier ales, especially when I am searching for a beer that pairs well with chili or…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Beers with Sunny Orange Flavors
Usually, citrus character in beer comes from American hops like Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, and Citra, but since I am not a big fan of…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Explore Beers that Are Bourbon Barrel-Aged
One of the trends taking a firm foothold in craft brewing is aging beer in bourbon barrels, which add richness and complexity. Some of…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Choose White Ales for Winter
With the arrival of winter, many people turn to dark, heavy beers—almost chewy in their rich, caramelly sweetness. I prefer to head in the…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: Autumn Means It’s Cider Season
While beer seems to get the most recognition on the craft beverage scene, hard apple ciders are riding a craft wave, too, finding their…
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Tapped Into Bloomington: The Local Brews Brewers Choose
We’re fortunate to have a strong brewing community in Bloomington, and our local brewers find a sense of camaraderie around their love of the…
