For millennia, human saliva was the most effective enzyme for creating fermentable sugars as an intimate biochemical reaction that defined the history of fermentation long before agriculture.
For early humanity, beer was perhaps the most important staple in their diet—a valuable source of protein and vitamins, and a crucial milestone in ensuring our survival as a species.
Discover the Origin of the Word “Cerveza” and Its Various Variations by Exploring the Main Theories About Its Etymology and Its Relationship with Different Cultures in This Fascinating Linguistic Journey.
IPA beers (India Pale Ale) are a top-fermented beer style with over 200 years of history, increasingly widespread and appreciated around the world, and from which new variations emerge from time to time.
IPAs are one of the most popular beer styles worldwide, yet there are people who cannot stand hop-heavy bitter beers, and this could be due to a genetic variation in their perception of this taste.
The idea was born with the help of social media in 2011, with Ashley Routson and Ryan Ross as its main promoters, quickly spreading globally as one of the most important beer style celebrations.
On February 22, 2017, NASA announced one of the most exciting discoveries in the search for extraterrestrial life, confirming the existence of 7 exoplanets orbiting a star 39 light-years away.
Mouthfeel can be defined as the set of perceptions that do not come directly from taste nor solely from smell but from the physical, thermal, or chemical interaction of the beverage with the mouth, tongue, palate, and throat.
For the average beer consumer, the difference between Ale and Lager usually comes down to appearance, aromas and flavors, where the former tend to be darker and fruitier, while the latter are usually clearer and have cleaner flavors.
Although today any golden, transparent beer is called a ‘blonde,’ there was a time when there was only one: Pilsner Urquell (Plzeňský Prazdroj), the first beer of its kind in history.
The history of the St. Bernardus Brewery is strongly linked to two Trappist abbeys since the monks of Catsberg Abbey (Mont des Cats) decided to move to Belgium and settle in the small town of Watou.
What are the benefits of beer for hair? What is the correct way to use it? How can we use beer to stimulate growth, add volume, manage curly hair, or repair split ends?
Eichbaum, founded in 1679 in Mannheim, closes in 2026 after failing to find an investor. The rescue failed and around 270 employees lose their jobs at the city’s oldest brewery.
With issue No. 100 of All About Beer magazine, Daniel Bradford had the opportunity to explore the world of fine beers with two of the most influential individuals in the modern history of beer.
When one thinks of Japanese alcoholic beverages, sake is undoubtedly the first that comes to mind, but despite its foreign origins, beer is today without a doubt the most popular drink in Japan.
Unlike other Trappist abbeys located in Belgium, the Abbey of Saint Sixtus of Westvleteren (Sint-Sixtusabdij van Westvleteren in Dutch) does not date back to the times of the first congregations of the Cistercian Order.
For a long time, a growing waistline has been associated with our passion for trying various beer styles, even though the same is rarely said about wine and spirits.
In 2025, French people consumed 22.1 million hectoliters of beer versus 22 million of wine, according to the OIV. It is the first time on record that beer has overtaken wine in France.
The Belgians point to fishermen from the Meuse River, who fried potato strips when the waters froze in the 17th century. The French point to street vendors at Paris’s Pont Neuf, who popularized them in the late 18th century.
Beer became so important to ancient Mesopotamian culture that the Sumerians created a goddess for beer and its brewing, Ninkasi, to whom an anonymous poet wrote a hymn containing the oldest beer recipe in history.
The legend of the Russian Imperial Stout style tells that the future Tsar of Russia, Peter the Great, was captivated by Porter-style beers during a visit to England in the late 17th century.
Andy Parker, head brewer and manager of the barrel program at Avery Brewing Co. (Boulder, Colorado), provides 5 tips on how to properly age beers in barrels.
Developed in 2013 through a collaboration between the German glassware company Spiegelau and two of the leading companies of the Craft Beer movement in the United States, with Sam Calagione from Dogfish and Ken Grossman from Sierra Nevada.
Each stage of the beer brewing process is very relevant, but mashing is the phase where fermentable sugars are extracted, defining not only the alcoholic potential of the beer but also its body, aroma, and flavor.
Mead — sometimes also called honey wine — is an ancient fermented beverage that combines water, honey, and yeast, with a versatility that makes it one of the most fascinating drinks in the world.
On February 22, 2017, NASA announced one of the most exciting discoveries in the search for extraterrestrial life, confirming the existence of 7 exoplanets orbiting a star 39 light-years away.
Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus is a traditional raspberry lambic (framboise) brewed annually in Brussels since 1909, although the current name was only first used in 1986.
The Pilsner glass is used for many types of clear, bright beers. Its classic trumpet shape is narrow at the base and widens toward the top, maintaining carbonation, showcasing color and enhancing foam retention.
Discover the Origin of the Word “Cerveza” and Its Various Variations by Exploring the Main Theories About Its Etymology and Its Relationship with Different Cultures in This Fascinating Linguistic Journey.
What makes a city of just over 170,000 inhabitants in southern Chile claim the title of beer capital of the southern world without anyone in the region seriously disputing the label?
Two men have mainly been proposed as the primary inspirations for the appearance of Gambrinus: Jan Primus (John I), Duke of Brabant, and Jean Sans Peur (John the Fearless), Duke of Burgundy.
Lamb is one of the stars of international cuisine. This dark beer lamb recipe — braised for three hours in a Porter, Stout or Schwarzbier reduction with honey, soy sauce and aromatic vegetables — delivers melt-off-the-bone tenderness.
The story of Negra Modelo goes beyond the beer itself; it is a narrative that combines tradition, innovation, and deep cultural roots in Mexico.
Pilsner Urquell is the first beer of its kind in history and the one from which, for better or worse, all others in its style were developed. Its quality is guaranteed by the use of the original recipe.
Houblon Chouffe Bière Tripel IPA represents a unique fusion of the English IPA tradition, the American Double IPA revolution, and the Belgian Tripel heritage.
Gulden Draak is a Belgian strong ale-style beer originating from Ertvelde, Belgium, and brewed by Brouwerij Van Steenberge, with 10.5% ABV, 18 IBU, and 255 total calories.
Saison Dupont is a Belgian top-fermented beer, bottle-conditioned, brewed since 1844 during the winter to quench the thirst of the “saisoniers” who would work in the fields during the summer.
Cuello Negro Stout is a craft beer made with pure water from the Valdivian rainforest in southern Chile, whose flavor comes from a careful brewing process that gives it an unmistakable distinctive character.
The pinnacle of the St. Bernardus portfolio is a dark-colored, ivory-foamed, top-fermented beer that is easy to drink due to its smooth flavor and fruity aroma.
Indio is one of Mexico’s most iconic beers, with a rich history dating back to 1893. It emphasizes the use of local ingredients and traditional brewing techniques.
Paulaner Hefe-Weissbier, a German wheat beer with notes of banana, clove, and citrus, is perfect for pairing with Bavarian dishes, fresh cheeses, roasted vegetables, and citrus desserts. Its unique flavor and versatility make it ideal for any occasion.
Excessive alcohol consumption is unfortunately a deeply rooted practice in many cultures around the world, making its impact on human health a topic of constant research and concern.
To start this top 10 of the best-selling beers in the world, we can comment that for 2020, most of them are on the way to generating an impressive sum of 688.4 billion dollars in sales.
Mahou San Miguel has announced the acquisition of 100% of Founders Brewing, one of the most prestigious craft breweries in the United States, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Next Glass acquired BeerAdvocate in February 2020 in a deal that brought under one roof the oldest beer review community on the internet and the world’s most popular consumption tracking app.
The beer Pliny the Elder takes its name in honor of the Roman traveler, naturalist, historian, and writer Gaius Minor Plinius Caecilius Secundus, who is credited with having given the first botanical name for hops.
Over 500,000 people of Palestinian descent live in Chile today, where second, third, and fourth-generation families keep alive the language, traditions, and memory of a territory many have never been able to return to.
We invited Rob Tod, founder of Allagash Brewing Co., to share 20 practical lessons for brewery success learned over 25 years of activity. This was his response.
A Kantar Millward Brown annual study reveals that 5 of the 6 most valuable brands in Latin America are beer brands. Discover which beer leads sales in each country of the region.
“The Beer Hunter” is a late-1980s series featuring journalist and writer Michael Jackson as he travels the world in search of the finest beers.
The beverage, named “Ocho punto ocho” (8.8), combines the characteristic flavor of the terremoto with a different nutritional profile, standing out for its lower sugar content and half the calories compared to the homemade version.
Bottle openers have become part of our personal toolkit, whether attached to our key ring, in our backpack, or as a basic kitchen utensil when going camping.
If you have ever visited Ireland, you have surely tasted a Kilkenny, Murphy’s or Guinness beer in one of its many pubs with a spirit that exudes authenticity from every corner.
A team at Chalmers University of Technology has developed a biodegradable construction material made from baker’s yeast, algae alginate, wood cellulose, and vegetable glycerol—3D printable at room temperature with no heating, no support structures, and no waste.
Nitro beer has been dismissed as a passing trend more than once — yet it keeps finding new fans and new formats. From the Guinness widget to nitro Cream Ales and Lagers, here is the science and history behind the nitrogen revolution in beer.
When beer is introduced into a rotor spinning at high revolutions, a centrifugal force is generated that can reach between 5,000 and 10,000 times the Earth’s gravity. This acceleration reduces sedimentation time to fractions of a second.
Craft and independent brewers dedicate a great deal of time, effort, and resources to making the best beer possible, but all of this hard work can be ruined in the time it takes the beer to travel from the keg to the pint.
The STC-1000 temperature controller lets you manually program a precise temperature range for your fermenter inside a refrigerator, freezer, or appropriately sized cooler.
On January 24, 1935, the first canned beer went on sale after decades of experiments and more than ten years of Prohibition, thanks to the Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company in Richmond, Virginia.
This study, published in Foods, represents the first systematic analysis of umami peptides present in lager beer and their multidimensional effects on the sensory properties of the beer body.
Why is a slice of lemon placed on the neck of clear glass beer bottles and not on others? It is a mystery that has never really been clear until now.
Historically, brewers around the world have used locally available water to brew their beer, leading to the development of beer styles associated with specific mineral water profiles found in those places.
The idea was born with the help of social media in 2011, with Ashley Routson and Ryan Ross as its main promoters, quickly spreading globally as one of the most important beer style celebrations.
The PERP framework offers a structural model for understanding how global warming alters the biological cycles of barley and hops, with concrete responses to maintain quality and economic viability.
Google’s algorithm doesn’t always prioritize specialized beer media, but now it allows you to add The Beer Times as a preferred content source in Google Discover in less than a minute.
Tradition holds that Pythagoras, the celebrated mathematician and philosopher who founded his school in Croton, in southern Italy, grew tired of watching some of his disciples abuse wine during symposia.
In Tusheti, a remote region of the Georgian Caucasus, the sacred drink is not wine but aludi: a beer brewed with sun-malted barley and wild hops whose recipe has been passed down from grandmother to granddaughter for centuries.
