American Craft Beer

Just when you think you’ve heard every strange beer story imaginable, along comes one that tops them all: in 2021, news broke of a man whose body was literally brewing alcohol inside his stomach — leaving him drunk without ever taking a sip.

As the craft beer industry adjusts to leaner times, one of its longest-running regional gatherings is marking a milestone year. We’ve that, “Words to Drink By” and more…

This ancient farmhouse ale, often hailed as one of the world's oldest continuously brewed beer traditions, stands apart from just about everything in an era dominated by faceless lagers and hop-forward IPAs

Winter’s waning, and American craft brewers are already looking to spring with a new roster of beers you’ll want to chase down.

In early 2020, the beer world was moving along just fine. Taprooms were packed. Beer festivals were packed and the beer biz was strong. Then COVID hit — and the lights went out.

For more than a decade, Dry January has been the dependable reset button on the American drinking calendar. But as 2026 rolls along, a fair question is bubbling up in bars, breweries, and boardrooms alike: Has Dry January lost its edge?

Texas is home to a vibrant craft beer scene. On February 8th the Lone Star State celebrated its best, and we’ve got all the big winners for you…

February is “National Stout Month” and American craft brewers are wrapping up things with a darker roster of beers, all of them worth celebrating.

Beer is still one of the world’s most widely consumed drinks. But the latest quarter makes one thing clear: size alone isn’t enough anymore.

The beer biz never sleeps at American Craft Beer. And here’s just some of what’s been happening in the beer world while you were enjoying the weekend.