Inaugural Brew Session!

Our vice president, brewing hard...

Bottomless Pint Brewers is hosting its inaugural club meeting and brew session on Saturday, April 28, beginning at 10 a.m. at the garage of Butch Nielsen. Join us to brew or see how it's done, sample some solid homemade beer, and enjoy the fellowship of good men. If you need help getting there, email the club or consider following us over following Saturday morning Mass as St. Michael Catholic Church. Mass begins at 8 a.m. and should be done between 8:30 and 9 -- c'mon over and help with set-up!

We will also share a short presentation on the differences between lagers (what most people drink) and ales (what most people brew), and offer pointers on what styles of beer best match your personal preferences. A "quick and dirty" guide* is available online and at the event, as well as books, magazines, catalogs, and other resources.

We will also have the grill going -- please feel free to bring meat to grill for lunch or snacks for the good of the order! Look forward to seeing you there. God bless!

 Random/useful beer style resources**: 

• What's the Difference Between Ales and Lagers? 
• All About Lager Styles: Pilsners, Bocks, Marzen, and Light Beers 
• All About British & North American Style Ales 
• All About Weizen and Wheat Ale Styles 
• All About Stout & Porter Ale Styles
• Beer Judge Certification Program Style Guidelines 

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*Please note that this guide is not an expert take on beer styles, but rather a useful starting point from which we can begin to talk about what guys like and don't like. (It's also based on my own opinions.) 

**Underscoring the differences of opinion, even among experts...