Known from the blogs to the beirgartens as one of Minnesota’s most colorful, knowledgable, and outspoken brewers, Dr. Kristen England seemed like the perfect resource to tap for a primer on blind tasting before The Growler’s Unlabeled No. 1: Hazy IPA. Prior to his work as the head brewer and COO of Bent Brewstillery in … [ Read more]
Lupulin Brewing IPA Invitational
June 29, 2019 by
It’s back and bigger than ever! Don’t miss the Lupulin Brewing IPA Invitational at ERX Motor Park June 29th! Event begins at 2:00PM, but pick up those VIP tickets fast to get in an hour early (1:00PM) for an additional hour of sampling. Join us June 29th, 2019, for the 2nd Annual Lupulin Brewing IPA … [ Read more]
To Haze, Or Not to Haze?
April 13, 2018 by
New England IPAs are divisive. Some argue the style converts the hop-averse into enthusiastic proponents of hop flavor and aroma. Others point out their trademark haze can cause short shelf life, disguise bad brewing practices, and lead eager but uninformed consumers to value haze over quality. But at this point it’s hard to make the argument … [ Read more]
