It was a special year for the Northwest Arkansas beer community. Here’s a month-by-month breakdown of what went down.
Category: Beer News
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WITH REVIEW: ‘Tis the season for richer, fuller beers
We review a local release that would pair well with a holiday cheesecake or a fruit tart. It’d also make a fun adult float if that’s your thing.
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Several new craft beer choices on tap for Northwest Arkansas in 2015
Northwest Arkansas craft beer fans continue to see new choices when it comes to brands entering the local market.
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West Mountain’s brewing baton passed to new brewmaster Ryan Pickop
West Mountain’s new brewmaster talks about brewing, music, and what led him to Fayetteville.
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Brews & Brats set for Dec. 13 at Fayetteville Town Center
The folks behind the Fayetteville Foam Fest are organizing the first ever Brews & Brats, a one day festival set for Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Fayetteville Town Center.
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Fossil Cove is pumping out tons of beer
Over the next few weeks I’ll check in with each of the area breweries to see what’s going on. First up is Fossil Cove Brewing Company.
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Two tap takeover events planned in Fayetteville on Thursday
Two tap takeover events are planned in Fayetteville on Thursday that will give craft beer fans a chance to taste some regional and limited national brews not normally available in one location.
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Basic Brewing makes its mark on the worldwide brewing scene from right here in Northwest Arkansas
Basic Brewing has inspired thousands of brewers across the world, leading to fulfilling hobbies and – in some cases – professional brewing careers.
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REVIEW: Core’s Pumpkin Pie Lager is plenty spicy, but not overdone
Pumpkin Pie Lager is one of Core’s better beers if you ask me, and I’m not necessarily a fan of the style.
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WITH REVIEW: NWA and Kansas City connected through baseball and a love of good beer
Celebrate our former Naturals – as they perform on the grandest stage in baseball – with a Boulevard Pale Ale. Cheers, and Go Royals!
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Nathan Traw leaving Apple Blossom for Core Brewing
Apple Blossom’s loss is Core Brewing’s gain.
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Brewery News: Festivals, expansions, and the loss of a local pioneer
It was a bittersweet news cycle in the local beer community this week. There are several reasons to celebrate, but one glaring reason for sadness and reflection.
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Tanglewood Branch Beer Co. to close this week
Tanglewood Branch Beer Co. announced over the weekend that they will close their doors sometime this week.
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West Mountain Brewing Company hires new brewer
Texas native Ryan Pickop was appointed new brewmaster at West Mountain just a few days ago.
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WITH REVIEW: ‘Tis the season for pumpkin beer
Few people ride the fence when it comes to pumpkin beer. You either love it or you hate it.