GREAT CRAFT BEER GIFT IDEAS
FOR THE CRAFT BEER LOVERS IN YOUR LIFE!

• 1. BOTTLE OPENERS

  
  You can never go wrong with a nice bottle opener. No matter what it will always come in handy. Check out this list of some of the coolest and most unique bottle openers out there! A wall mounted one is great to have in the house if they don’t already have one!

• 2. CRAFT BEER GLASSES

  What’s better than a craft beer? A craft beer in a specially designed glass. Glasses designed for craft beers brings out much more flavor than a regular pint glass. 

  Spiegelau makes some great glassware for all sorts of different craft beers. We recommend you check them out to get some quality glasses. They also have a tasting kit with three different glasses if you’re not sure what beer they prefer. Shop the glasses here.

• 3. PRESSURIZED GROWLER

  This is one of the most practical craft beer gift ideas you could get your fellow craft beer lover. A pressurized growler will keep a growler of their favorite beer fresh and carbonated for weeks! GrowlerWerks has a good lineup of some of the best pressurized growlers on the market.

• 4. USA BEER CAP MAP

  This is a fun one to get. It combines patriotism and beer, you can’t beat that. Not only is it a decorative piece but you get to customize it! Place your own bottle caps in it to create your own unique art piece. Check it out here!

• 5. BEER BOTTLE CHILLING COASTER SET

  Having your beer get warm after opening it is one of the worst things that can happen. These coasters take away that problem. Just store them in your fridge and take them out when its time to drink. They’ll keep your drink cold and refreshing the entire time you’re drinking!

• 6. REGRAINED BARS

  Regrained takes the spent grain from breweries and turns them into power bars. With three unique flavors these bars are delicious and fun to eat. Knowing that you’re eating the grain that was used to make beer makes it taste that much better!

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THE BENEFITS OF BOTTLING BEER:
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER BOTTLES
INSTEAD OF CANS FOR YOUR CRAFT BEERS

5 KEY BENEFITS OF BOTTLING BEER

• 1. FLAVOR

  It has long been argued that aluminum cans impact the flavor of the beers they contain, giving beer a metallic taste that beer drinkers don’t particularly enjoy. This may be based on personal taste, it may be a myth, or it may be true – it’s an argument that is still up for debate. However, by bottling your craft beers in glass bottles, you avoid any chance that the flavor of your beer will be impacted by the container it’s packaged in.

  Can enthusiasts also argue that cans are better at protecting beer from exposure to light and air, which can cause beers to go flat and spoil more easily. While this may be true, bottles are also very effective at protecting the beer they contain. Dark colored bottles keep out light while tightly sealed caps keep out unwanted air. When it comes to beer flavor and freshness, bottles are still a worthy choice.

• 2. TEMPERATURE

  Those who prefer canned beer tend to boast about the fact that beer in cans cools down faster than beer in bottles. While this might be true, beer bottles actually stay cold longer, keeping beer refreshingly chilled so you can enjoy every last drop at a deliciously cool temperature. If your craft beer is one that you hope customers will sip and savor, bottles are the way to go!

• 3. NO BPA

  BPA, or bisphenol A, is a synthetic chemical that has long been used in the lining of aluminum beer cans. Studies have shown that it is possible that BPA could migrate from beer cans into the beer. Though it’s tasteless and odorless, BPA may have harmful effects on humans, including interfering with the reproductive and nervous systems, and disrupting biological processes.

  Glass bottles are free from BPA, so when you bottle your brews you don’t have to worry for a minute about harmful chemicals seeping into your beer and being consumed by those who drink it. Though studies are still being conducted to determine how harmful BPA truly is, bottles remain the safer choice.

• 4. TRADITION

  Beer was traditionally packaged in glass bottles. While a good number of brewers have branched out and started producing their beers in cans, many authentic brewers have continued this tradition of bottling beer as well. If you’re new to the industry (or even if you’re not), bottling your beer is a great way to participate in the traditional art of beer brewing.

• 5. AESTHETIC

  Bottled beer has a certain air of quality to it that canned beer simply can’t replicate. Cans are cheaper and less refined than elegant glass bottles when it comes to appearance. In contrast, glass bottles come in different sizes, shapes, and styles. They can be sealed with a variety of unique caps or corked to give them an even more distinct look.

  Craft beer tends to have a certain vibe to it that is captured best in a classic bottle. Because bottles are incredibly versatile, they give craft brewers the opportunity to create a very unique look and brand. Cans, on the other hand, are just cans – the only feature that can be adjusted is their label.

  As a result, bottles are more appealing to the consumer and some consumers see bottled beer as higher quality. If you want your beer to exude quality, class and craftiness, bottles are the better option.

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TURN YOUR HOME BREWING
INTO A BUSINESS: HERE’S HOW!

5 TIPS FOR HOME BREWERS LOOKING TO START A BREWERY

• 1. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE

  Brewing good beer takes time – and lots of practice! If you’re like most home brewers, you’ve likely had a batch or two of beer turn out to be terrible. Before you can take your home brewing hobby to the next level, you’ll need to master the basics of beer brewing. That’s not to say that you won’t have a bad batch once in a while – even the best brewers produce a dud occasionally. But before you expand your hobby into a business, you’ll want to make sure you have plenty of experience brewing your own beer. Be sure you are producing a beer you like with consistency and you’re completely comfortable reproducing the brew before you take the next step.

• 2. EXPERIMENT AND BE CREATIVE

  Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb and try something unique or different while you’re brewing. Add some exotic ingredients. Test out flavor combinations you’re unsure of.  If you want to be successful as a home brewer turned entrepreneur, you’ll most likely have to come up with something original that’s never been done before. As a result, don’t shy away from experimenting and getting creative with your brews!

• 3. GO FOR IT!

  Taking your brewing to the next level can be intimidating. Whether you’re widening your distribution by sharing your latest batch with family and friends or you’re partnering with other avid home brewers to establish a local microbrewery, growing your hobby and putting yourself out there can take some guts. When it comes to expanding your home brewing into a business, don’t let your fear of failure hold you back. Be smart about the decisions you make, do your best to think things through, and brace yourself for things to not go as planned – but once you feel like you’re ready to take the next step, go for it!

• 4. DON’T GIVE UP

  As an entrepreneur trying to get a start and gain traction in any industry, it can be easy to get discouraged. If your break into the microbrew market isn’t going as planned, don’t give up. Do your best to use the adversity you face to make you a better brewer and businessperson. Keep your eye out for opportunities and resources you may be able to take advantage of and be patient. Remember: even the biggest and most successful microbreweries had to start somewhere. Good things take time!

• 5. INVEST IN THE EQUIPMENT YOU NEED

  Set yourself up for success by investing in the microbrewing equipment and products you need to expand your hobby into a business. Do what you can to find affordable bottles and caps without skimping on quality. Consider labeling your beers to give them a professional, polished look. As you continue to scale your distribution and build your brewery, keep in mind that there may come a time when you’ll need to invest in infrastructure that will help to keep things running smoothly. Keep an eye out for products like the MicroBottler from DK Advanced Technologies, which are designed with avid home brewers and small microbreweries in mind. These types of beer brewing and bottling equipment are priced affordably but can make a huge difference in increasing efficiency.

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