On 16 February 2026, I woke before sunrise to drive through the majestic Peak District to Thornbridge Brewery. It was my first time visiting the brewery, and I was beyond excited. I was going to participate in a Women in Beer panel, reconnect with friends, contribute to a collaboration brew with Women in Beer, and, although I didn’t know it at the time, witness an incredible relic of Burton brewing history in action. I love taprooms that make you feel entrenched in the heart

I’ve always had a soft spot for the underdog. They’re misunderstood, cast aside, and often just need the right conditions to shine. I try to see the positives in everything, even if they’re hard to find. Every time I mention drinking a Budweiser, people wince and tell me I may as well be drinking water. Any self-proclaimed craft beer lover turns their nose up at a can of Coors or Bud. The American Pale Lager is misunderstood, and I’d like to shine a light on what makes this s

Do you resonate with this sentiment? Well, it's simply not true as much as you want to believe it. With about 100 different documented beer styles with an unimaginable diversity of flavours, aromas, and production methods, it is statistically improbable to dislike them all. There is a whole untapped world of beer that doesn't suit mainstream interests, which leaves many people thinking they have to choose between a pint of Stella or Guinness. Although these beers are popular

To kick off this year of beer, I hosted an intro to beer tasting for my supportive and beer-loving friends, as well as a couple of fellow members of the No Half Measures Collective. Let's Get Funky with Yeast and Bacteria We opened the tasting with beer samples showcasing the characteristics of yeast and bacteria. We clarified the difference between lagers and ales while also diving into the variety of ale yeast strains used to create some truly iconic and historical beer sty