A Midwest Classic: Great Lakes Christmas Ale
Great Lakes Christmas Ale is a beloved beer in Ohio and around the Midwest. Here’s the story of how this legendary Cleveland beer came to be.
Cool Beans - December 9
A quick Bean to Barstool round-up covering the latest craft chocolate bars we're excited about!
Crafting the Cacao Cosmo Cocktail
Chocolate educator Kathryn Laverack of Cocoa Encounters and pub owner Victoria Hopper of The Brown Cow in Louth, Lincolnshire, share the recipe for their delicious Cacao Cosmo cocktail using cacao nibs.
Cool Beans - November 18
A quick Bean to Barstool round-up covering the latest craft chocolate bars we're excited about!
The Coffee Chocolate Bars of Goodnow Farms
Goodnow Farms Chocolate makes three different craft chocolate bars using craft coffee from Nicaragua, Guatamala, and Sumatra. Here’s the story behind each.
Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival 2024
The Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, Indiana, will introduce attendees from an area of the country centered around agriculture to the role of farming in craft chocolate.
Cool Beans - November 4, 2024
A quick digest on Bean to Barstool covering the latest craft chocolate bars we're excited about!
Cool Beans - October 21, 2024
A quick digest on Bean to Barstool covering the latest craft chocolate bars we're excited about!
We Believe In Victory: Sisters A Chocolate in Ukraine
The sisters behind Sisters A Chocolate in Ukraine are crafting beautiful craft chocolate bars in the midst of ongoing violence, hoping to bring a smile to their customers.
The Spirits-Infused Bars of Goodnow Farms Chocolate
Goodnow Farms Chocolate makes several spirits-infused craft chocolate bars using spirits from Boston Harbor Distlllery and Downeast Cider, including Lawley's Rum, Demon Seed Whiskey, Putnam Rye Whiskey, and Unfiltered Hard Cider.
Cool Beans - October 7, 2024
A quick digest on Bean to Barstool covering the latest craft chocolate bars we're excited about!
Pairing Bourbon Barrel-Aged Beers with Craft Chocolate
Bourbon barrel-aged Imperial Stouts, Barleywines, and other styles are among the most prestigious offerings in craft beer, and they can pair deliciously with craft chocolate. David Nilsen here offers a guide for pairing bourbon barrel-aged beer with craft chocolate!
Debunking Lager Misconceptions
There’s a lot of confusion around lagers styles, but what are lagers, how are they different from ales, and what make craft lagers unique?
Cool Beans - September 23, 2024
A quick digest on Bean to Barstool covering the latest craft chocolate bars using beer, wine, spirits, cider, and other interesting ingredients!
A Dream of Peace: Stranger Craft Chocolate in Ukraine
Ruslan and Tetiana at Stranger Craft Chocolate in Ukraine are crafting beautiful single origin craft chocolate bars against the backdrop of war, trying to build hope amidst violence.
Cool Beans - September 9, 2024
A quick digest on Bean to Barstool covering the latest craft chocolate bars using beer, wine, spirits, or cider!
Taprooms and Travel Through the Eyes of a Touring Musician
In this peek at taprooms and travel through the eyes of a touring musician, artist Anna p.s. shares what she wants brewery taprooms to know about live music.
Great Lakes Oktoberfest Lager
Here’s the story behind Great Lakes Oktoberfest, a classic Märzen lager brewed in Cleveland, Ohio.
What “Local” Has To Do With “Craft”
What does the word "local" have to do with being "craft"? Does it matter where beer and chocolate are made, and where their ingredients come from?
Pairing Belgian Abbey Ales with Craft Chocolate
Belgian abbey ale styles like Dubbel, Tripel, and Quadrupel can pair really well with craft chocolate with just a little bit of planning. David Nilsen, author of Pairing Beer & Chocolate, walks through how to pair Belgian abbey ales with chocolate in this blog post.