I’ve made it through a month’s worth of beers, and I’m basically 1/10th of the way through this experiment. I still have so many more beers to try, and it’s starting to feel like I’ve picked local Hy-Vees clean of their individual can/bottle selection. I plan to hit up the Jimmy Carter Happy Hour this… Read More 365 Iowa Beers 26-35

I’m not sure if I’m playing catch up with this post, or if I might switch my beer posts to 10 at a time. We’ll see how lazy I’m feeling. Beer 16: Millstream John’s Generations White Ale ABV: 5.2% Consumed at: Des Moines Social Club Notes: Since I got a press pass to Wizard World… Read More 365 Iowa Beers: 16-25

Wizard World and tummy troubles caused a delay in the next batch of Iowa beers. I only skipped one day of drinking (I’m dedicated, damnit!), but since I’ve doubled up on a few days, I’m not behind schedule on consumption. The beer train stops for no man! Also, it’s American Craft Beer Week. For someone… Read More 365 Iowa Beers: 11-15

Short summary: I’m attempting to drink 365 Iowa beers in a year. You can check out the first five beers here. If you have suggestions for beers I should try (including homebrews), leave a comment or email joelawler AT gmail.com Beer 6: Backpocket Pennywhistle Wheat ABV: 5.5% Purchased at: Valley West Hy-Vee Notes: I used… Read More 365 Iowa Beers: 6-10