your guide to all things bottles
Crafting your own homebrew beer requires the right bottle choices to preserve the integrity of your product. But how do you make the choice when there are so many options available? Craft beers require durable, food-safe containers that ensure your beverages taste as good …
Far back in the 1800s, people carried their fresh brewed beer in tin pails or glass jugs, known as growlers, from the brewery to the pub. The nickname ‘growler’ came from the sloshing sound the beer made as the pails were carried down the street. …
Modern brewers are capitalizing on the popularity of homemade ales, creating a classic but unique beverage in a variety of flavors. Some even offer take-away growlers to attract new and interested beer enthusiasts. Likely the most traditional beer across the globe, ales date back to …
The opportunity to bring home fresh beer right from the brewer’s tap is made possible by the age-old beer growler system. In theory, you can walk into a local bar or brewery and ask for a fill up of either a traditional 32- or 64-ounce …
In the canning world, there are several choices you have to make in order to create a safe-to-eat product. The most important choice is which type of canning process to use to achieve your desired results. There are two types of canning processes: water …
When you have a garden full of fresh, healthy vegetables but aren’t sure what to do with them, it may be time to consider canning. Canning has many benefits, both for your diet and your wallet. However, if not done properly, canning can be dangerous. …
Making pickles can be a great family tradition that keeps your fridge stocked with delicious, crisp jars of pickles throughout the year. To keep your stored pickle jars as fresh as possible, it’s helpful to know what to look for when monitoring for pickle …
Ever wonder just what makes pickles taste so darn good? There is actually a lot of science that goes into the making of a delicious pickle. It’s quite fascinating to consider what a few ingredients put together can create. The better you understand the science …
Has your favorite local coffee shop recently added a rose latte to their menu? We’ve noticed the trend and we’re fans. With fun concoctions like unicorn frappes and mermaid toast on the rise, a rose latte is absolutely apropos. Dial back the sweetness using only subtle floral notes of rose …
When you think of well-known canned foods, you might picture a can of Spam or the little Vienna sausages that are easy to find in the supermarket. But what you may not know is there are some pretty unusual and even downright weird foods available …