Latest print article: Van Henion Brewing’s newest — Schwarzbier

Latest print article: Van Henion Brewing’s newest — Schwarzbier

My latest article for The Bulletin came out last week, and in it I profiled the Schwarzbier style with the recent release with that name from Van Henion Brewing. Van Henion Brewing Co.’s latest beer, Schwarzbier, released at the end of September, tightens the company’s focus on German-style lagers. It’s … Continue reading

Latest print article: Black beers for Black Friday

Latest print article: Black beers for Black Friday

I hope everyone has had a great Thanksgiving holiday, and (if you partake in it) a successful Black Friday shopping excursion as well. My latest print article takes inspiration from “Black” Friday as a beer theme: Try a Bend brewery’s black beer on Black Friday. Yes, it’s a bit gimmicky—the article … Continue reading

Black Noddy Lager

Black Noddy Lager

Black Noddy is a Schwarzbier from Buckbean Brewing in Reno, Nevada, one of the four that they sent me. Buckbean, as you’ll recall, is one of the few (but growing number of) craft brewers who can their beers. Black Noddy is 5.2% alcohol by volume and is easy-drinking like a … Continue reading