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Schlafly Beer releasing final Ibex Cellar release of the year | Barrel Aged Barleywine

Schlafly Beer’s “From the Ibex Cellar” series is one I’ve been following since inception.  My journey began two years ago with a rare tour into the famed Ibex Cellar beneath the historic Taproom in downtown St. […]

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Bonanza Theatre is a sneak-peek at what is to come for Wellspent Brewing

One of the first things you’ll notice about this beer is the sleek jet black bottle. One of the first things you’ll wonder about is the name, Bonanza Theater, so let’s cover that first.  Wellspent, […]

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4 Hands Brewing, Sump Coffee debut first collab effort with Single Origin

The latest brew from St. Louis’ 4 Hands Brewing Company comes just in time. After getting my fill of bourbon barrel stouts the past few weeks, I’m ready for the palate switch to big coffee […]

Spirits

Understanding the cult of Pappy Van Winkle, and where to find some today

I’ll begin by saying I’ve only tried one Pappy Van Winkle whiskey, and it was the Van Winkle 12 year. That said, I’ve always been fascinated with the cult-like following this whiskey has. My first […]

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Charleville brews new ale exclusively for the St. Louis Science Center

There is something a bit extra special when you come across a beer that was exclusively created for a special purpose.  Sometimes it’s an event, a festival, or more recently I’m seeing more and more […]