Take the Black: Game of Thrones Beer

Take the Black: Game of Thrones Beer

American craft beer enthusiasts and Game of Thrones fans are set to get their hands on the latest collaboration between HBO and New York brewery Ommegang. The new Take the Black Stout will only be available to buy from selected retailers in the United States from the end of September. Brewery Ommegang is located in […]

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest

Almost everyone has heard the name and it’s a festival now celebrated in cities all over the world, however, the uninitiated can be forgiven for thinking Oktoberfest starts in the month of October – the name might be slightly misleading, after all. In fact, the original, authentic Oktoberfest (called die Wiesn by the locals) begins […]

Beer Concentrate for the Backcountry

Beer Concentrate for the Backcountry

Hiking the Continental Divide Trail between the Mexican and the Canadian borders through the American states of New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana is not necessarily the arduous task that you may think. While it’s true it’s a trail for dedicated hikers and only about two dozen attempt its entire 5,000 kilometre length each […]

Criminals, Movie Scenes, and Beer in London

Criminals, Movie Scenes, and Beer in London

It was the slightest movement that gave him away. The left turn, confident and quick, that took the dark haired man from main street to alleyway in less than five seconds. To anyone unfamiliar with the Ye Olde Mitre, the city businessman’s disappearance down a narrow alley might have raised some eyebrows. But those in […]

Beertopia Hong Kong

Beertopia Hong Kong

With a theme like ‘More beers, more food, more space’, Beertopia is the place to be in Hong Kong this weekend. It’s a one day festival, held on April 13th from noon to 11pm at the West Kowloon waterfront, and offers clear views of Hong Kong Island as well as an impressive beer list. There […]