Beer Reflections

Three cans of FAFF IPA

FAFF #1 – Fresh as Fresh Gets

Lachy Crothers’ new project FAFF delivers small‑batch, direct‑to‑drink fresh beer with zero compromise — and his opening hazy IPA proves the point.

Don’t cry for me

Don’t cry for me

In one fell swoop, Lion has acquired three well-known indie breweries. Does this alleged 180 by Fermentum risk further eroding the integrity of independent beer?

Mayday Hills – Wild Red

Mayday Hills – Wild Red

Wild Red is the third in a refresh to Bridge Road Brewers Mayday Hills brand. What does it say about our appetite for ales of this style?

Don’t cry for me

Don’t cry for me

In one fell swoop, Lion has acquired three well-known indie breweries. Does this alleged 180 by Fermentum risk further eroding the integrity of independent beer?

Mayday Hills – Wild Red

Mayday Hills – Wild Red

Wild Red is the third in a refresh to Bridge Road Brewers Mayday Hills brand. What does it say about our appetite for ales of this style?

Mandarina, Meine Liebe

Mandarina, Meine Liebe

Mandarina, Meine Liebe is the latest limited release from Hawkers. There’s a lot to love about this NEIPA that uses German Mandarina Bavaria Hops.