--- title: Craft Beer Blog | Sarah Bedrick (4) description: Find out what's new with craft beer like new styles, breweries and events that are popping up all over the US. (4) --- [![banner](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/banner.png?width=798&height=100&name=banner.png "banner")](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com) # Craft Beer Blog ## Sarah Bedrick ![Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/hub/100483/file-918632752.png) Find me on: ### Recent Posts ## [Everything You Need to Know About American Pale Ale Beers](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/123424/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-American-Pale-Ale-Beers) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Apr 12, 2012 11:20:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) American pale ale's have been growing in popularity as of the past decade and many are now considered the staple of their craft brewery.  ![american pale ale pint glass](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052717-jpg/images/american-pale-ale-pint-glass.jpg) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/123424/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-American-Pale-Ale-Beers) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/123424/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-American-Pale-Ale-Beers#comments-listing) ## [6 Awesome Beer Events to Attend in Boston this Spring!](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121619/6-Awesome-Beer-Events-to-Attend-in-Boston-this-Spring) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Mar 22, 2012 9:31:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) It's that time of year again - spring! Here at the girlsguidetobeer, we want you guys to make the most of the beautiful spring weather - get out, frolic with others and meet some other beer aficionados. So, to make that a bit easier for you to accomplish, **we've compiled a list of some of the best beer events that are coming up around the Boston area**.  [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121619/6-Awesome-Beer-Events-to-Attend-in-Boston-this-Spring) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121619/6-Awesome-Beer-Events-to-Attend-in-Boston-this-Spring#comments-listing) Topics: [boston beer events](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/boston-beer-events) ## [Learn About the Many Different Beer Styles [Infographic]](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121111/Learn-About-the-Many-Different-Beer-Styles-Infographic) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Mar 19, 2012 9:07:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) As a marketer, I can appreciate a well-done infographic - and this infographic is especially awesome. **It organizes the many different styles of beer in an easy-to-understand and consume format. **Breaking down the two major styles of beer - ale and lager, and then breaking those down further. It even gives suggestions on iconic and note-worthy styles of beer from that genre.  ![beer styles infographic](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052879-jpg/images/beer-styles-infographic.jpg?width=667&height=898&name=beer-styles-infographic.jpg) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121111/Learn-About-the-Many-Different-Beer-Styles-Infographic) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/121111/Learn-About-the-Many-Different-Beer-Styles-Infographic#comments-listing) Topics: [infographic](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/infographic), [beer styles](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/beer-styles) ## [Popular Canadian Beers You Didn't Know Were Canadian!](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120693/Popular-Canadian-Beers-You-Didn-t-Know-Were-Canadian) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Mar 14, 2012 10:01:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share)   ![rigamarole half pints canadian beer](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10053111-jpg/images/rigamarole-half-pints-canadian-beer.jpg) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120693/Popular-Canadian-Beers-You-Didn-t-Know-Were-Canadian) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120693/Popular-Canadian-Beers-You-Didn-t-Know-Were-Canadian#comments-listing) Topics: [breweries](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/breweries), [Canadian beers](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/canadian-beers) ## [Top 5 Must-Try Fruity Beers for Spring!](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120093/Top-5-Must-Try-Fruity-Beers-for-Spring) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Mar 8, 2012 9:01:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![summer time beer fruity beer](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/Portals/100483/images/summer-time-beer-fruity-beer.jpg?width=356&height=252&name=summer-time-beer-fruity-beer.jpg)It is funny how certain weather and temperature tends to make us crave different foods, activities and even beers. Lighter, crisper, and even fruity beers are a delicious option for spring and for summer. And it seems as though brewers worldwide are becoming more and more creative in brewing beer with fruit. ** In fact, there are currently over twenty six different varieties of fruit being brewed in beer either alone, or blended with other flavors** When talking about the top ten fruity beers, it seems as though there is a front runner flavor; raspberry. Two of our top five beers include the raspberry flavor - and it doesn't hurt that it is one of the healthier more anti-oxidant rich berries! ## **Below find our list of top five must-try fruity beers for spring:** **1. Samuel Smith’s Organic Raspberry beer** Brewed by Samuel Smith Brewing Co. in the United Kingdom this beer has a delicious raspberry flavor and a terrificly elegant bottle and label. [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120093/Top-5-Must-Try-Fruity-Beers-for-Spring) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/120093/Top-5-Must-Try-Fruity-Beers-for-Spring#comments-listing) Topics: [summer drinks](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/summer-drinks), [Fruity beers](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/fruity-beers) ## [6 Reasons to Brew Beer At a Location & Not At Your House](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118638/6-Reasons-to-Brew-Beer-At-a-Location-Not-At-Your-House) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Feb 28, 2012 10:40:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Looking to brew your own beer but not ready to purchase the equipment, ingredients![beer-brewery-location](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052957-jpg/images/brew-beer-on-site-location.jpg) and required reading to get started?  Then don't, find a local brew-your-own-beer place and get started brewing with expert help. [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118638/6-Reasons-to-Brew-Beer-At-a-Location-Not-At-Your-House) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118638/6-Reasons-to-Brew-Beer-At-a-Location-Not-At-Your-House#comments-listing) ## [Boston Beer Lovers Tell Us the Best Places for Brunch!](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118249/Boston-Beer-Lovers-Tell-Us-the-Best-Places-for-Brunch) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Feb 18, 2012 5:29:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Every Bostonian knows enjoying a killer brunch is a key part of the Boston scene. There are tons of fantastic places to grab brunch, but how many of those can claim to have a top-notch beer menu *and* delicious food. We have our favorite brunch spot, but were interested in finding out what beer lovers had to say. So, we asked breweries, beer bloggers, chefs and even some regular folk on Twitter what their favorite spots were. Check out their responses below: ![drink craft beer beer brunch](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052993-png/images/drink-craft-beer-beer-brunch.png) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118249/Boston-Beer-Lovers-Tell-Us-the-Best-Places-for-Brunch) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/118249/Boston-Beer-Lovers-Tell-Us-the-Best-Places-for-Brunch#comments-listing) ## [How to Say (and Pronounce) 'Cheers' in 16 Different Languages](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117723/How-to-Say-and-Pronounce-Cheers-in-16-Different-Languages) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Feb 14, 2012 4:40:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) You don't have to be in another country or speak another language to enjoy a fun ![beer cheers toasting](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052842-jpg/images/beer-cheers-toasting.jpg?width=300&height=224&name=beer-cheers-toasting.jpg) lighthearted toast or "cheers" with others. Toasting is a great way to celebrate and is an expression of goodwill. And, when done in the same language as a new friend or acquaintances, can signify respect. Learning to say "cheers" in another language is easy and below you'll find the most popular 16 different languages.  [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117723/How-to-Say-and-Pronounce-Cheers-in-16-Different-Languages) 15 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117723/How-to-Say-and-Pronounce-Cheers-in-16-Different-Languages#comments-listing) Topics: [toasts](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/toasts) ## [5 Top Breweries Tell Us Their Best Beers to Pair with Dark Chocolate](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117189/5-Top-Breweries-Tell-Us-Their-Best-Beers-to-Pair-with-Dark-Chocolate) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Feb 10, 2012 9:39:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) We wanted to know the best beers to pair with a dark bitter chocolate mainly because it is healthier - but some of the best chocolates are dark and many major chocolate distributors and chocolatiers are beginning to add it to their repertoire. ![beer with dark chocolate pairing magichat](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10052905-png/images/beer-with-dark-chocolate-pairing-magichat.png) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117189/5-Top-Breweries-Tell-Us-Their-Best-Beers-to-Pair-with-Dark-Chocolate) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117189/5-Top-Breweries-Tell-Us-Their-Best-Beers-to-Pair-with-Dark-Chocolate#comments-listing) ## [Beer and Chocolate Pairing with Taza Chocolate & Drink Craft Beer](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117243/Beer-and-Chocolate-Pairing-with-Taza-Chocolate-Drink-Craft-Beer) Posted by [Sarah Bedrick](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick) on Feb 7, 2012 12:49:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Boston Beer & Chocolate Lovers Unite! ![taza salted almond peak organic mocha stout](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/hs-fs/file-10053146-jpg/images/taza_salted_almond_peak_organic_mocha_stout.jpg?width=370&height=247&name=taza_salted_almond_peak_organic_mocha_stout.jpg) [Read More](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117243/Beer-and-Chocolate-Pairing-with-Taza-Chocolate-Drink-Craft-Beer) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/bid/117243/Beer-and-Chocolate-Pairing-with-Taza-Chocolate-Drink-Craft-Beer#comments-listing) Topics: [beer tastings](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/beer-tastings), [boston events](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/boston-events), [beer pairing](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/topic/beer-pairing) [Previous](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick/page/3) [All posts](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/all) [Next](https://www.thegirlsguidetobeer.com/beer-blog/author/sarah-bedrick/page/5) ## About this blog I'm passionate about exploring the many styles, flavors, and innovations in beer. 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