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Which Is More Impactful: A Beer’s ABV or Its IBU?

You might assume a beer with 80 IBUs will always taste more bitter than one with 40 IBUs. But a high-ABV Imperial Stout at 80 IBUs can actually taste less bitter than a crisp IPA at 40 IBUs, because the…

Susie Barrie · May 25, 2026 · 5 min read

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Why Does Draft Beer Taste Better Than Canned? The Real Reasons.

Why Does Draft Beer Taste Better Than Canned? The Real Reasons. Most people assume the difference between draft and canned beer is a matter…

May 25, 2026 · Melissa Cole · 4 min

Beer & Brews

Beer Bitterness Explained: Decoding IBUs and Perceived Flavor

You’ve likely been there: sipping a beer, feeling a distinct bitterness, and wondering what exactly you’re tasting and why. Maybe you’ve seen “IBU” numbers…

May 25, 2026 · Mark Dredge · 5 min

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Malty Meaning: Why It’s More Than Just Sweetness in Your Beer

The True Malty Meaning: It’s Not Just Sweet When someone describes a beer as “malty,” most people immediately think of a sweet, caramel-like flavor.…

May 25, 2026 · Amanda Barnes · 7 min

Beer & Brews · Fermentation Science

The Unseen Architects: Why Fermentation Defines Your Beer

Think your beer's flavor comes from the hops? Think again. We explore why fermentation is the true architect of every pint and how to…

May 25, 2026 · Pascaline Lepeltier · 7 min

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What Makes Mexican Beer Taste Different: Unpacking Its Unique Flavor

Most people assume the defining characteristic of Mexican beer is the lime wedge, or simply that they’re all “light” and “fizzy.” This is a…

May 25, 2026 · Ale Aficionado · 4 min

Beer & Brews

What Makes Mexican Beer Taste Different: Unpacking Its Unique Flavor

Most people assume the defining characteristic of Mexican beer is the lime wedge, or simply that they’re all “light” and “fizzy.” This is a…

Apr 18, 2026 · Louis Pasteur · 4 min

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Which Is More Impactful: A Beer’s ABV or Its IBU?

You might assume a beer with 80 IBUs will always taste more bitter than one with 40 IBUs. But a high-ABV Imperial Stout at…

Apr 18, 2026 · Louis Pasteur · 5 min

Beer & Brews

Why Does Draft Beer Taste Better Than Canned? The Real Reasons.

Why Does Draft Beer Taste Better Than Canned? The Real Reasons. Most people assume the difference between draft and canned beer is a matter…

Apr 17, 2026 · Louis Pasteur · 4 min

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