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Why a Weihenstephaner glass makes every beer taste better

Tasting Tips

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09/11/2025

Why a Weihenstephaner glass makes every beer taste better

Understanding Dry Beer: What Makes It Unique?

Pale Ales & IPAs

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25/02/2026

Understanding Dry Beer: What Makes It Unique?

Beer shampoo: benefits, usage, and top products for hair care

Tasting Tips

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12/06/2025

Beer shampoo: benefits, usage, and top products for hair care

Why a Beer Jacket is More Than Just a Trend

Beer Culture in the US

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25/01/2026

Why a Beer Jacket is More Than Just a Trend

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Top 6 best olives & Pickled Goods (2026)

Perello Gordal Picante Green Olives 4 x 350 grams Gross (150grams Net) Imported from Spain - Securely boxed.

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.7/10

+ Big, firm, meaty olives with a satisfying bite

+ Mild chilli warmth that’s easy for most people to enjoy

Karyatis

Green Olives Stuffed with Pimento in Brine (Pack of 6 x 350g Jars)

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

Perello Gordal Pitted Green Olives Picante, 350g

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.5/10

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Top 3 best collectible & Custom Glasses (2026)

Carlsberg Special Edition Pint Glass

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 9.0/10

+ Comfortable tulip shape that feels like a standard pub pint glass

+ Logo print is sharp and so far has handled dishwasher use without fading

Personalised 20oz Beer Glass Mug - Limited Edition, Dishwasher Safe (Right Handle, Silk-Lined Box)

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 8.0/10

2026 Highland Cow Embossed Glass Beer Cup

★★★★★ ★★★★★ 7.6/10

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Our latest product reviews

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' RCZ99BG2(E) Under Counter Beer & Drinks Fridge-93L Capacit...

A compact beer fridge that keeps things properly cold without much fuss

8.6/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Comfort ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Durability ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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115L Under-Counter Drinks Fridge - Glass Door - Silver

A simple beer and drinks cooler that does the job

8.5/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Materials ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Beer and Pizza: A Style-by-Slice Pairing Guide

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04/09/2026

Beer and Pizza: A Style-by-Slice Pairing Guide

Learn how to master beer and pizza pairing with simple, proven matches for margherita, pepperoni, veggie, white and hawaiian pizza. From lager and wheat beer to IPA and hazy IPA, find the best beer for your favorite slice.

Beer and Grilled Seafood: Pairings That Go Beyond the Squeeze of Lemon

Beer and Meats

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04/08/2026

Beer and Grilled Seafood: Pairings That Go Beyond the Squeeze of Lemon

Learn how to master beer and grilled seafood pairing with shrimp, salmon, crab and more. See which lagers, ales and craft beers work best with grilled fish, fried seafood and lemony recipes.

The Case for Drinking the Same Beer Twice

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30/07/2026

The Case for Drinking the Same Beer Twice

Beer appreciation revisiting favorites : how going back to familiar beers can sharpen your taste, make tastings more fun, and help casual beer drinkers enjoy flavor like beer experts.

Why ace pineapple cider hits so different for fruit‑forward drinkers

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09/07/2026

Why ace pineapple cider hits so different for fruit‑forward drinkers

Learn what makes ace pineapple cider stand out, how it is made, how it tastes, and how it fits between beer, wine and spirits for easy drinking fans.

How to Set Up a Home Beer Bar That Actually Gets Used

Home beer bar setup guide : learn how to plan your home bar, choose a draft beer system, set up a kegerator and beer taps, manage gas and pressure, and keep your beer lines clean for perfect draught beer at home.

Subcold Super50 LED Review: a straightforward drinks fridge that keeps beer properly cold

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30/06/2026

Subcold Super50 LED Review: a straightforward drinks fridge that keeps beer properly cold

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the Subcold Super50 LED is a pretty solid choice if you’re looking for a dedicated drinks fridge. It cools quickly and gets genuinely cold, the glass door lets you see everything at a glance, and the adjustable shelves make it easy to fit a mix of cans, larger beer bottles and wine. Noise i...

by Anne-Sophie Durand

Cirulli Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review: solid everyday Italian oil in big tins

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22/06/2026

Cirulli Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Review: solid everyday Italian oil in big tins

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Cirulli Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil 3L x2 pack for a few weeks, my overall take is that it’s a reliable, good-tasting everyday oil in a bulk format. The taste is fruity and pleasant, with a light peppery finish, and the smell is fresh without being too strong. It works well both r...

Huski Beer Cooler 2.0 Review: a solid stainless sleeve that actually keeps your beer cold

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Huski Beer Cooler 2.0 in real conditions – garden, BBQs, slow evening drinks – my feeling is pretty clear: it’s a solid, well‑built cooler that actually does what it says. Drinks stay cold noticeably longer than in a normal glass or with a basic foam sleeve, and the outside stays dry...

by Clémence Dumoulin

Perello Gordal Pitted Green Olives Picante Review: chunky bar-snack olives with a proper kick

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14/06/2026

Perello Gordal Pitted Green Olives Picante Review: chunky bar-snack olives with a proper kick

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After working through a full tin over several days, I’d sum these up as big, bold Spanish bar olives that do their job well, with a few caveats. The taste is strong: salty, spicy and properly savoury, helped along by the flavour enhancers. The texture is firm and satisfying, and the size of the Gord...

Mina Dry Hardened Black Beldi Olives Review: intense Moroccan olives for people who actually like real olives

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, Mina Dry Hardened Black Beldi Olives are a solid choice if you actually like strong, real olives and not the bland canned stuff. The taste is intense, salty, and deep, with a meaty, wrinkled texture that feels closer to what you’d get at a Mediterranean market than from a supermarket shelf....

Karyatis Green Olives Stuffed with Pimento Review: big, briny, and built for martinis

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After working through the full 6-pack, I’d sum these up as reliable, salty, and good-sized stuffed olives that do exactly what you expect, without any big surprises. The texture is firm, the brine is clean, and they hold up well in the fridge after opening. The pimento filling looks nice and adds a...

Perello Gordal Picante Green Olives Review: big, meaty olives with a mild chilli kick

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After going through a couple of tins, my overall feeling about these Perello Gordal Picante Green Olives is pretty clear: they’re solid, easy-to-like olives with a good bite and a mild chilli twist, but they’re not some kind of miracle product. The texture and size are their main strengths – big, me...

by Pascal Roussel

Beer Pairing: The Essential Guide from the Pairing Pros Review: the beer-food manual I wish I had years ago

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14/06/2026

Beer Pairing: The Essential Guide from the Pairing Pros Review: the beer-food manual I wish I had years ago

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Beer Pairing: The Essential Guide from the Pairing Pros is basically a practical manual for anyone who likes beer and wants their food to make sense with it. It doesn’t read like marketing material; it’s more like sitting with two experienced beer nerds who walk you through how to taste, what to loo...

Huski Beer Cooler 2.0 Review: a solid way to keep your beers cold without rushing

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Huski Beer Cooler 2.0 for a while, my overall take is that it’s a solid product that does exactly what it’s supposed to: keep your beer (or soft drink) cold for longer without turning into a warm mess halfway through. The triple-insulated, marine-grade stainless steel body feels stur...

Beer and Spicy Food: A Pairing Guide That Goes Beyond 'Drink a Lager'

Learn how beer spicy food pairing works, which beer styles cool heat or boost flavors, and the best beers to match hot sauces, Indian food, tikka masala and more.

Star Online Personalised Beer Mats Review: cheap, fun coasters for home bars and parties

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28/05/2026

Star Online Personalised Beer Mats Review: cheap, fun coasters for home bars and parties

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the Star Online Personalised Beer Mats are a simple, fun and practical option if you want customised coasters for parties, home bars or events. The print quality is solid for cardboard, the size is spot on for normal glasses, and the personalisation (one photo + one text line) is enough to...

by Bertrand Rochefort

Does Your Beer Glass Actually Matter? A No-Nonsense Guide

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29/05/2026

Does Your Beer Glass Actually Matter? A No-Nonsense Guide

Learn how to choose the best beer glassware set for aroma, flavor and easy cleaning. Compare pint glasses, beer mugs, pilsner glasses and tasting sets, with real examples, prices and tips.

Rastal Beer Flight with Wooden Serving Paddle Gift Set Review: a neat tasting board for casual home beer sessions

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19/05/2026

Rastal Beer Flight with Wooden Serving Paddle Gift Set Review: a neat tasting board for casual home beer sessions

★★★★★ ★★★★★

After using the Rastal Beer Flight with Wooden Serving Paddle Gift Set several times, my overall feeling is that it’s a nice, practical kit for casual beer tastings, but not some life-changing piece of gear. The glasses are clear, comfortable to hold, and the 195 ml size is well-suited for flights....

by Anne-Sophie Durand

Beer and Food Pairing Guide: Twelve Combinations That Always Work

Tasting Tips

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08/05/2026

Beer and Food Pairing Guide: Twelve Combinations That Always Work

Beer and food pairing guide with practical tips, pairing chart ideas, and flavor matches for pizza, patty melts, chocolate desserts, beer cheese and more. Learn how to pair beers and foods for a good menu at home.

Beer Flights at Home: How to Set Up a Tasting That Actually Teaches You Something

Learn how to build a home beer flight tasting setup with the right beers, glasses, wood flight boards and serving tray ideas. Host a relaxed tasting party that feels like a real taproom experience.

by Bertrand Rochefort