Jeff Alworth
@beervana.bsky.social
Director of Paragraph Operations, Beervana Worldwide Industries. (Also: the Beer Bible, Secrets of Master Brewers, etc.)
www.beervanablog.com
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I have a habit of mind that goes like this: everything evolves, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 1995 a modern IPA, it would change their lives. But mid-sip one day this week, I wondered if that was actually true.
You May Ask Yourself, "Well, How Did I Get Here?" — Beervana
I have a habit of mind that goes like this: all cuisine and beverages evolve, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 19...
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November 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM
I have a habit of mind that goes like this: everything evolves, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 1995 a modern IPA, it would change their lives. But mid-sip one day this week, I wondered if that was actually true.
Give us time—USD may be pretty cheap in a couple years!
November 22, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Give us time—USD may be pretty cheap in a couple years!
OTOH, if the decision was motivated by the U.S. mess and they did decide that quickly, hoo-boy that is one serious canary in our coalmine.
November 22, 2025 at 12:35 AM
OTOH, if the decision was motivated by the U.S. mess and they did decide that quickly, hoo-boy that is one serious canary in our coalmine.
Do you have any sense about how much of a factor the political situation in the U.S. has been? On the one hand, I get that—on the other it has been (inconceivably) less than a year and I expect talks about moving would have needed a longer lead-time than 20 months.
November 22, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Do you have any sense about how much of a factor the political situation in the U.S. has been? On the one hand, I get that—on the other it has been (inconceivably) less than a year and I expect talks about moving would have needed a longer lead-time than 20 months.
After my post, I saw that elsewhere, too. Makes sense.
November 22, 2025 at 12:30 AM
After my post, I saw that elsewhere, too. Makes sense.
No doubt. But relocating a brewing school to a foreign country isn’t ideal for aspiring American brewers. The only consolation is that there are now many brewing schools in the U.S. But it hurts to see all that history leave Chicago.
November 21, 2025 at 8:07 PM
No doubt. But relocating a brewing school to a foreign country isn’t ideal for aspiring American brewers. The only consolation is that there are now many brewing schools in the U.S. But it hurts to see all that history leave Chicago.
I have a habit of mind that goes like this: everything evolves, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 1995 a modern IPA, it would change their lives. But mid-sip one day this week, I wondered if that was actually true.
You May Ask Yourself, "Well, How Did I Get Here?" — Beervana
I have a habit of mind that goes like this: all cuisine and beverages evolve, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 19...
www.beervanablog.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:12 PM
I have a habit of mind that goes like this: everything evolves, which means that at any given time we’re in a more perfect place than before. If only we could give those pour souls in 1995 a modern IPA, it would change their lives. But mid-sip one day this week, I wondered if that was actually true.
Ha! Yes, it’s good for Canadians.
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Ha! Yes, it’s good for Canadians.
Holy expletive—Siebel is leaving Chicago for Montreal. Unlike Mike, I’m not sure this news leaves me with any positive feelings. My completely uninformed hot take (which I’m hoping the informed will correct), is that the move seems to serve owner Lallemand rather than future brewers.
It's sad that this is happening, yet it still left me feeling optimistic about the future of Siebel and brewing more generally. Siebel's 150-year role in the development of the beer business can't be overstated. mailchi.mp/08d844f49e24...
Press Release: Strategic Relocation to Montreal
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November 21, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Holy expletive—Siebel is leaving Chicago for Montreal. Unlike Mike, I’m not sure this news leaves me with any positive feelings. My completely uninformed hot take (which I’m hoping the informed will correct), is that the move seems to serve owner Lallemand rather than future brewers.
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Ticket sales for Fort George’s Festival of Dark Arts is coming up, and they have this wonderful notice on their website. We can still have nice things.
November 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Ticket sales for Fort George’s Festival of Dark Arts is coming up, and they have this wonderful notice on their website. We can still have nice things.
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Another great read from Jeff. RIP Rogue
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
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November 18, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Another great read from Jeff. RIP Rogue
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I’m quite removed these days from the U.S. beer scene, but it’s sad to see Rogue go under. One of the great experimental breweries that was ahead of its time when founded in 1988(!). As a homebrewer myself, Maier was an inspiration for how to boldly experiment and what was possible. #HopClouds
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I’m quite removed these days from the U.S. beer scene, but it’s sad to see Rogue go under. One of the great experimental breweries that was ahead of its time when founded in 1988(!). As a homebrewer myself, Maier was an inspiration for how to boldly experiment and what was possible. #HopClouds
No. That would be a complete nonstarter politically. All alcohol “reform” efforts are pointed in the other direction.
November 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM
No. That would be a complete nonstarter politically. All alcohol “reform” efforts are pointed in the other direction.
3. In particular, he called out the various conflicts of interests that stymie business because of it.
November 18, 2025 at 4:33 PM
3. In particular, he called out the various conflicts of interests that stymie business because of it.
2. Except for one, the answers were all pretty vague and generic. That one? Tom Wark, ED of the National Assoc of Wine Retailers. He broke alcohol’s fourth wall and actually described the very problematic structure of the three-tier system.
November 18, 2025 at 4:33 PM
2. Except for one, the answers were all pretty vague and generic. That one? Tom Wark, ED of the National Assoc of Wine Retailers. He broke alcohol’s fourth wall and actually described the very problematic structure of the three-tier system.
Beer isn’t the only lagging segment of the alcohol industry—wine and spirits ain’t doin’ too hot, either. VinePair asked wine professionals what they would do to address their industry woes, and one answer really stood out.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Beer isn’t the only lagging segment of the alcohol industry—wine and spirits ain’t doin’ too hot, either. VinePair asked wine professionals what they would do to address their industry woes, and one answer really stood out.
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I mean, something is better than nothing (though to @maureenogle.bsky.social’s point, I’ll believe it when I see it).
November 18, 2025 at 3:49 PM
I mean, something is better than nothing (though to @maureenogle.bsky.social’s point, I’ll believe it when I see it).
ICYMI:
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
ICYMI:
I also signed up—they scraped two of my books as well. I hadn’t seen the $1500 figure; is it supposed to be a flat fee? Because a book’s commercial value can really vary.
November 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
I also signed up—they scraped two of my books as well. I hadn’t seen the $1500 figure; is it supposed to be a flat fee? Because a book’s commercial value can really vary.
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Have been waiting for Jeff's obit. Rogue was one of a kind and outside of the Northwest was the Oregon beer people knew. Happy to have worked there ever so briefly.
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Have been waiting for Jeff's obit. Rogue was one of a kind and outside of the Northwest was the Oregon beer people knew. Happy to have worked there ever so briefly.
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Good read here
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 17, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Good read here
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Well written, a good read from @beervana.bsky.social.
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 17, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Well written, a good read from @beervana.bsky.social.
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.
Rogue Ales, 1988-2025 — Beervana
With the apparent permanent closure of Rogue Ales, it’s time to consider the legacy of this early craft brewery. It may surprise many drinkers who today think of Rogue as tame and boring to learn that...
www.beervanablog.com
November 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Now that Rogue has apparently shed its mortal coil, I have to do another brewery obit. (Ugh!) Given Rogue’s reputation today, one may imagine its legacy is merely surviving. In fact, it was a hugely influential brewer, and at one time its beers were considered groundbreaking.