Articles by Matt Michini

Like many other beer lovers, India pale ale is the style that first turned me on to craft beer. The American version of IPA is…

Tucked away in the quaint, quiet suburb of Downingtown, Pa., in the depths of an ill-fitting industrial park, there is a hidden gem. Amid towering…

Farmhouse ales, or saisons, which is French for “seasons,” are so named because they were traditionally brewed as refreshments for farmhands in rural Belgium. Because…

Vermont is perhaps best known for its charming small towns, exquisite maple syrup and roving throngs of bearded hippies. But Vermont is also home to…

Grain is one of the key ingredients in beer, and most beers are made using barley, a common cereal grain. The barley is “malted,” which…

Before I delve into this week’s beer, let’s talk about beer in general to develop some context. These days, most beers can be distinctly classified…

Last week I reviewed a light, delicate beer perfect for a summer day — the Troegs Sunshine Pils. This week I’ll be shifting gears a…

Summer is nearly here, and with summer comes warm weather, baseball games on TV, and of course, summer beer styles. Among the many traditional summer…