Whereas I don’t always believe that women need to segregate themselves from the men in the craft beer industry through the creation of gender-based organizations and groups, I do believe that the women in the industry do deserve to be celebrated. While there are so many more women in the industry that I would have [...]
BERKELEY, Calif. (December 13, 2011) — Whole Foods Market (@WholeFoods) has teamed up with social media maven and craft beer evangelist, The Beer Wench (@TheBeerWench), on a series of virtual beer tastings to be hosted LIVE on Twitter. The themed series will take place every two months. The first tasting in the series is scheduled [...]
Today marks the first ever International #IPADay — the world’s largest collective celebration of craft beer. And in honor of one of our most iconic styles, I am re-releasing my “Drunken Shrimp Scampi” recipe that uses Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA as the “main ingredient”… ENJOY! The greatest part about cooking is that there is [...]
Caught your eye, didn’t I? Well, hate to break it to you, but this post is not “real.” Dogfish Head recently released a very entertaining video on their website and YouTube channel called ‘Robot Brewery Tour’. In a tasteful yet snide way, this satirical video takes a jab at both the corporate beer industry and [...]
Anyone who stalks … errrr I mean “follows” … DogFish Head Brewery as closely is probably aware that they have been searching for a new head brewer for a few months now. Well, I am pleased to announce that the highly coveted position has been filled by Floris Delee. Check out the official press release: [...]
DRINK WITH THE WENCH PRESENTS: The Beer Blogger Interview Series Curious what goes on in the minds of your favorite beer bloggers? Well, The Beer Wench is and she has embarked upon a mission to interview as many beer bloggers that she can — from all over the world. Are you a beer blogger? Do [...]
Those of you who live under a rock or on Mars may not be aware of my Dogfish Head obsession. Well have no fear, because I am more than happy to elaborate on it. In many ways, I attribute my passion for craft beers to Dogfish Head. Dogfish Head is indirectly responsible for my becoming a [...]
I recently had one of the most amazing beer experiences of my life. No I’m not talking about the beer — which was amazing. Or the food — which was also outstanding. I’m referring to the opportunity to meet both Sam Calagione, founder of Dogfish Head, and Ken Grossman, founder of Sierra Nevada. And let [...]
Several bloggers and other internet sources have written posts about the “most influential” or “top” people to follow on Twitter — in specific topics of interest (such as food, wine, social media, etc…) However, everyone seems to be over looking the beer community. Pssshhhaw. How rude. Us beer geeks can be influential and important too, [...]
For some time now I have been longing to divide my blog posts into 5 different themes: Drink With The Wench (tastings & reviews) Cook With The Wench (recipes with beer – both created myself and others) Travel With The Wench (brewery tours, bar adventures etc.) Brew With The Wench (home-brewing & guest brewing – [...]