Tapped Into Bloomington – Bloom Magazine

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…

December 21, 2021

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…

November 6, 2021

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…

August 31, 2021

Cooler weather always sends me looking for darker, maltier ales, especially when I am searching for a beer that pairs well with chili or…

February 21, 2021

Usually, citrus character in beer comes from American hops like Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, and Citra, but since I am not a big fan of…

May 7, 2020

One of the trends taking a firm foothold in craft brewing is aging beer in bourbon barrels, which add richness and complexity. Some of…

March 7, 2020

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…

December 31, 2019

While beer seems to get the most recognition on the craft beverage scene, hard apple ciders are riding a craft wave, too, finding their…

October 29, 2019

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…

October 3, 2019