Spirits

đŸ„ƒ A whiskey for bourbon lovers—with single malt soul: Altar + Bloom wins silver

Common Ritual’s latest blend, Altar + Bloom, just snagged silver at the 2025 U.S. Open Whiskey Championship—and it’s easy to see why. This isn’t just a whiskey. It’s a journey in a bottle. Crafted in […]

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Missouri brewers team up again—this time, they’re going Belgian

One thing I’ve learned from covering the Missouri craft beer scene: our brewers don’t just talk about community—they brew it. And starting today, that community is hitting taps and shelves statewide with the latest Missouri […]

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Modern’s new Loyal Subjects is a barleywine flex—aged for three full years

Modern Brewery just dropped a serious contender for one of the most anticipated releases of the year. It’s called Loyal Subjects, and it’s a barrel-aged English-style barleywine that’s been quietly aging in oak for the […]

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Schlafly pivots from haze to clarity with new Crisp IPA

The name doesn’t dance around it. Crisp IPA is exactly what Schlafly says it is—clean, clear, and loaded with bright hop flavor. No haze, no fruit puree, no smoothie mouthfeel. Just hops, clarity, and a […]

PolotmavĂœ, a traditional “half-dark” amber lager that’s smooth, malty, and made for spring drinking.
Craft Beer News

Millpond Brewing goes Czech with a classic amber lager built for spring sipping

MILLSTADT, IL — The folks at Millpond Brewing know their way around a lager. From crisp, hop-kissed pilsners to smooth, clean-drinking pale lagers, the Millstadt brewery has made a name for itself by brewing classic […]