Master The Art Of High Gravity Beer

Fermenting a high-gravity beer is always challenging due to high levels of alcohol, which are toxic to yeast cells, and monstrous amounts of sugars for the yeast to consume. This can lead to stuck fermentations, fusel alcohol off-flavours, and other problems. In this article, the team at White Labs share some quick tips and tricks […]

Adding a Tasting Room to Your Brewery

Adding a tasting area to a craft brewery is a popular way to create an additional revenue stream and expose a new group of customers to your product. However, it can present challenges when it comes to planning the space and getting approval from your local building department. Here Adam Gillies, Technical Consultant at LRI […]

From Lifestyle to Market Leader: What Modelo’s Rise Says About Beer, Branding, and Borders

Mexican beer, long associated with sunny beaches and laid-back branding, is now dominating the American market—Modelo Especial has not only dethroned Bud Light as the top-selling beer in the United States but also solidified its cultural cachet. Multiple sources, including The Drinks Business, AZ Central, Mail Online, and Men’s Journal, have reported on the brand’s surge. But beyond sales […]

Tatamagouche Brewing Co. – Small Town, Big Heart

Follow the world famous Sunrise Trail and you’ll run right through Tatamagouche (or Tatta as locals call it). The meeting of the waters is one way to describe the village on the edge of the ocean. Just a short drive from vineyards, year-round ski and biking trails, provincial parks and some of the best seafood […]

SCA Acquires Q Grader Program: Redefining Global Coffee Quality Standards

In a landmark move for the specialty coffee industry, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) has formally acquired the Q Grader Program from the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), marking a significant shift in the global evaluation and education standards for coffee professionals. As reported across multiple sources, this transition—effective from 1 October 2025—will position SCA as […]