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A quick rinse at @circabrewingco in Brooklyn before I get my excellent Pilsner (it’s really good). Rinsing your glass prior to service provides a lot of small, yet noticeable, benefits to the final pour. Rinsing removes any last vestiges of dust, soap, and particulate matter. It also cools the beer glass off just a wee bit, which will aid in the final pour and keep that foamy, tasty head on point and perfect. Next time you see someone giving your glass a quick rinse before handing over your pint, give them an appreciative nod. #beerfacts #brewery

Bernie Reilly - Owner of some of NYC’s most famous pubs, including @connollyspubnyc , @theperfectpintnyc, @seansbarandkitchen and more. A Galway man, Bernie has been in the pub business in NYC for a long time, and there’s a reason he’s so successful. His pubs are clean and comfortable, his beer is squeaky clean and delicious, his food is well made, and he never takes his eye off the ball. The value drivers behind any retail business start there, and in a hyper competitive market like NYC, that’s especially true. #beerisabusiness #greatbeer

Spent cartridges of @interboronyc at @missiondoloresbar in Brooklyn. It was hot as hell in NYC this summer, with a million percent humidity every day, and I’m happy to report that fall has started to arrive in the northeast...finally. Cool nights, fresh beer, bright leaves and the low and consistent pulse of city life combine to make autumn the most vibrant season in NYC.

First step toward operating a successful brewery: Make great beer. @circabrewingco absolutely nailed this Nitro Irish Stout...fruitier finish than most but dry, sweet, bakers chocolate on the back of the tongue...pure velvety creamy yum in a pint. #nycbeer #greatbeer #stout

Wait wait wait... @guinnessbreweryus makes an oatmeal pale ale? And a double IPA?? and a HAZY IPA?!? And they’re delicious? Holy Moly...watch out. #cometobaltimore #greatbeer

Tennessee...Tennessee...ain’t no place I’d rather be. Can’t get enough Nashville. Let’s eat some goddam BBQ. #mcfw

We ran a fully masterclass yesterday on beer quality with some of our distributor partners, including an off flavor tasting of brewing and storage related off flavors. We always ask this question: How many bad pints of beer does a customer typically order? The answer is always the same: One. They will order one bad pint, drink it, and never order another one. They’ll also avoid your bar/restaurant in the future. Beer quality is a mission critical part of running a great retail business, and it *pays* to be an expert. #greatbeer #quality

You’re aware that we are fans of @allagashbrewing for a million reasons, but here’s the number one reason: They have never, ever made a bad beer. Even if it’s not our favorite, it’s always technically flawless and at worst very delicious. If you’re curious where the bar is...you’re looking at it.

Maryland’s got it going on these days, and the folks at @guinnessbreweryus ’s new brewery are crushing it. Live shot at the bar. Stop in for a *really* good IPA...no joke.

Flood me with your #oktoberfest beers please. Crisp, nutty, scone-like malts paired with delicate, floral hops and a lip smacking drinkability...yes please. As always, @newglarusbrewing is making #wisconsin proud with their annual offering.

Making that steam. Brew day at @anchorbrewing makes the best smells. #brewday #sf #craftbeer

Bloody hell it’s a good pint. Come to papa. #guinness #guinnessambassador

We are doing a lot of can and bottle shots recently because of the sheer number of fun new beers. This little rascal from @upslope is interesting: the yeast driven aroma mashes with the bitter, bright blood oranges a little oddly...hard to find flavor harmonies here. Great attempt either way. #colorado #cobeer #craftbeer

A gem of a beer from those masters of malt at @bigalicebrewing - It’s made with a 100% NY state ingredients. A Sour Ale aged in NY State Red Wine Barrels with hand picked Montmorency Cherries from Queens NYC. Complex, dry, tart acetic character with a crackery malt backbone and sweet, alluring aroma. Great to share...or not to share. #nycbeer #craftbeer

Sixtels of hazy goodness ready for delivery. @fieldworkbrewingco has a very unique taproom model, with 5-6 locations total in CA and one central brewery (all the beer is brewed at the #berkeley location). This keeps the quality control on point and efficient. #cabeer #craftbeer #beer

East bay in Berkeley looking toward SF in the distance. You can see Carl creeping up on the city in the background. What a trip!

Head into a brewery in Anytown, USA and you will see a vibrant, thriving, energetic local beer scene that’s hard to describe. Our current visit to California is coming to a close, but we will be back soon. Finally checked in with the crew at @fieldworkbrewingco in Berkeley and crushed some of their *very* well made beer. #california #cabeer #craftbeer

When in SF #theoriginalcraftbeer

A rare double share from our trip to the top of Mauna Kea yesterday. Most beautiful sunset we’ve ever seen. Overall it was an inspiring trip to Hawaii. The Big Island is amazing. Great beer from @konabrewingco, @bigislandbrewhaus, and @olabrewco as well. So many stories to share!

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