Bloom Archives
Big Red Liquors
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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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There’s More than Port To Be Found in Portugal
From the sheer quantity of port ads, port shops, and port tasting rooms that surround you upon arrival in Lisbon, you might think port…
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Silly Wines & Sexist Labels
In the October 30 edition of The Wall Street Journal, wine columnist Lettie Teague asks “Do Women Really Want Wine That’s Sweet, Pink and…
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The Schmutz in Your Glass
If you’ve ever finished a bottle of wine, you’ve probably had the experience of pouring the last of it out and finding some unappetizing…
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Munich Dunkel: Don’t Fear the Dark
Each autumn, everyone who loves beer seems to turn German, celebrating Oktoberfest and drinking its namesake beer. While that style is certainly laudable, another…
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Autumn is the Time For Irish Red Ales
As Indiana University students return to campus, Bloomington is once again taking on shades of cream and crimson. While I’m an ardent IU supporter,…
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The Haze Craze: New England IPAs
The craft beer scene can be trendy. It’s an industry driven by innovation and boundary-smashing. The newest beer craze—the New England IPA—uses plenty of…
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All About Sherry
At some point in our lives, usually as teenagers, we probably all sneaked a taste of sherry from the cheap bottle used for kitchen…
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Sorgrhum: A New Indiana Spirit Is Born
BY LEE ANN SANDWEISS Matt Colglazier’s curiosity and powers of observation have led to the creation of a new Indiana-made spirit launched in Bloomington…