David Nilsen
@davidnilsenbeer.bsky.social
Beer and craft chocolate writer and educator based in Dayton, OH. Advanced Cicerone©. Host of Bean to Barstool, co-editor of Final Gravity print zine. Author of Pairing Beer & Chocolate. https://davidnilsenbeer.com/
I've been seeing That commercial making the rounds again, so it's time to trot back out this blog post reflecting on craft chocolate's first experience with a form of big business advertising craft beer encountered a decade ago. www.beantobarstool.com/blog/craft-m...
Craft Chocolate Has Its Craft Beer Moment — Bean to Barstool
With a new ad campaign from Cadbury making fun of craft chocolate, it seems the industry might be having its craft beer moment. That’s both good and bad, explains beer and chocolate writer David Nilse...
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November 25, 2025 at 10:33 PM
I've been seeing That commercial making the rounds again, so it's time to trot back out this blog post reflecting on craft chocolate's first experience with a form of big business advertising craft beer encountered a decade ago. www.beantobarstool.com/blog/craft-m...
Sunday, 11/30, is the last day to start a Final Gravity Patreon sub with Issue 10, which means you're basically getting a bonus issue before we roll over to Issue 11. Sign up now at the link in our profile & support independent print beer media! www.patreon.com/beantobarsto...
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November 25, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Sunday, 11/30, is the last day to start a Final Gravity Patreon sub with Issue 10, which means you're basically getting a bonus issue before we roll over to Issue 11. Sign up now at the link in our profile & support independent print beer media! www.patreon.com/beantobarsto...
We just got back from a fast-paced 36 hours at the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival, where I gave several talks and got to meet up with some of my favorite people in craft chocolate. Here's a recap of the weekend: www.beantobarstool.com/episodes/bon...
A Recap of the Second Annual Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival — Bean to Barstool
Bean to Barstool host David Nilsen recaps the second annual Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, Indiana.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:37 PM
We just got back from a fast-paced 36 hours at the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival, where I gave several talks and got to meet up with some of my favorite people in craft chocolate. Here's a recap of the weekend: www.beantobarstool.com/episodes/bon...
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Reminder that books make awesome gifts for all holiday events, and they taste sweeter when they’re from indie bookstores. Don’t know what to get? Indie bookstores have gift cards!
November 24, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Reminder that books make awesome gifts for all holiday events, and they taste sweeter when they’re from indie bookstores. Don’t know what to get? Indie bookstores have gift cards!
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Maybe you think it’s okay to get in here and insult and berate folks who use AI to make “art,” and I’m here to tell you that you’re right. Good job, everyone. Keep it up. Much love.
November 24, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Maybe you think it’s okay to get in here and insult and berate folks who use AI to make “art,” and I’m here to tell you that you’re right. Good job, everyone. Keep it up. Much love.
This was a fun conversation - excited to be included on the Beer In Front pod!
This week on Beer in Front, I sat down with acclaimed beer writer, educator, and “Bean to Barstool” podcast host,
@davidnilsenbeer.bsky.social for a wide-ranging conversation exploring beer, chocolate, storytelling, and the evolving craft beer landscape.
www.spreaker.com/episode/280-...
@davidnilsenbeer.bsky.social for a wide-ranging conversation exploring beer, chocolate, storytelling, and the evolving craft beer landscape.
www.spreaker.com/episode/280-...
280 Beer And Chocolate With David Nilsen
In Episode 280, I'll chat with David Nilsen—award-winning author, Certified Cicerone®, educator, and one of the sharpest voices in beer media. We'll dig deep
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November 24, 2025 at 3:46 AM
This was a fun conversation - excited to be included on the Beer In Front pod!
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On the podcast next week, I'll talk to acclaimed beer writer @davidnilsenbeer.bsky.social about his story and some beer and chocolate pairings.
November 22, 2025 at 3:43 AM
On the podcast next week, I'll talk to acclaimed beer writer @davidnilsenbeer.bsky.social about his story and some beer and chocolate pairings.
In our latest episode of HopLit, Emily & I talk about one of our favorite authors, @sgj.bsky.social, looking at all of his recent novels and what he excels at (and our few little quibbles). www.buzzsprout.com/2500369/epis...
Bonus: Stephen Graham Jones, a HopLit Favorite - HopLit
David & Emily, the hosts of HopLit, have a conversation around one of their favorite authors, Blackfeet horror writer Stephen Graham Jones. From his Jade Daniels trilogy to his graphic novels to h...
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November 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
In our latest episode of HopLit, Emily & I talk about one of our favorite authors, @sgj.bsky.social, looking at all of his recent novels and what he excels at (and our few little quibbles). www.buzzsprout.com/2500369/epis...
Somerville Chocolate is one of the most interesting craft makers working with alcohol currently, and I'll have three of their bars available at the Bean to Barstool booth at the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival this weekend.
November 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Somerville Chocolate is one of the most interesting craft makers working with alcohol currently, and I'll have three of their bars available at the Bean to Barstool booth at the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival this weekend.
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has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writing day: this is amazing, I am a literary giant and I will never die.
has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writin
has a good writing day: this is amazing, I am a literary giant and I will never die.
has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writin
November 14, 2025 at 8:44 PM
has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writing day: this is amazing, I am a literary giant and I will never die.
has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writin
has a good writing day: this is amazing, I am a literary giant and I will never die.
has a bad writing day: my creativity has deserted me forever. I will never create again.
has a good writin
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Reposted by David Nilsen
IT’S FINAL GRAVITY ISSUE 10 RELEASE DAY!!!
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10 — Bean to Barstool
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10, with articles about Our Culture Brewing, Almaza Lager, Cusqueña lager, queer beer boycotts, the Hasta La Raiz benefit beer, and much more.
www.beantobarstool.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
IT’S FINAL GRAVITY ISSUE 10 RELEASE DAY!!!
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
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You can also subscribe to the zine here and save $10 on one year of Final Gravity vs ordering each issue as they come out: www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Final Gravity Beer Zine Subscription — Bean to Barstool
Subscribe to Final Gravity, a beer zine telling personal, intimate stories from the world of beer.
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November 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM
You can also subscribe to the zine here and save $10 on one year of Final Gravity vs ordering each issue as they come out: www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
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Not to be cheesy, but seeing these quotes (with cool graphics!) from our piece brought tears to my eyes
@rebeccaoliver.bsky.social & @averykaplan.bsky.social overview the history of queer boycotts against discrimination in beer, from the famed Coors boycott of the 70s & 80s to Bud Light's fumbling of the Dylan Mulvaney situation in 2023.
November 11, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Not to be cheesy, but seeing these quotes (with cool graphics!) from our piece brought tears to my eyes
IT’S FINAL GRAVITY ISSUE 10 RELEASE DAY!!!
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10 — Bean to Barstool
Final Gravity, A Beer Zine Issue 10, with articles about Our Culture Brewing, Almaza Lager, Cusqueña lager, queer beer boycotts, the Hasta La Raiz benefit beer, and much more.
www.beantobarstool.com
November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
IT’S FINAL GRAVITY ISSUE 10 RELEASE DAY!!!
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Our latest issue is now available at the link below.
Here are all the details: 🧵
www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/final...
Today we got to attend the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum's public memorial at Whitefish Point for the 29 men lost when the Edmund Fitzgerald sank 50 years ago today. Back at the cabin now enjoying bottles of its namesake. Wherever you are, raise one for that good ship and true.
November 11, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Today we got to attend the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum's public memorial at Whitefish Point for the 29 men lost when the Edmund Fitzgerald sank 50 years ago today. Back at the cabin now enjoying bottles of its namesake. Wherever you are, raise one for that good ship and true.
Why on earth would an employee be within 4 feet of me. That is way too close.
"Store employees are now required to smile if they are within 10 feet of a shopper.
They also must make eye contact with and wave to or greet the customer.
If they’re within four feet, the employee should ask how the customer’s day is going or if they need help."
🙄 Won't stop the boycott, y'all.
They also must make eye contact with and wave to or greet the customer.
If they’re within four feet, the employee should ask how the customer’s day is going or if they need help."
🙄 Won't stop the boycott, y'all.
Target is now requiring its employees to smile more
As the holiday season fast approaches, Target is urging its employees to add a little more “jolly” to their work routine.
www.wilx.com
November 8, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Why on earth would an employee be within 4 feet of me. That is way too close.
This stanza from Christina Rossetti's (1830-1894) Introspective full on reads like the lyrics of a death metal track.
November 8, 2025 at 4:57 PM
This stanza from Christina Rossetti's (1830-1894) Introspective full on reads like the lyrics of a death metal track.
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I feel like we have the opportunity to turn David Lynch's quote into this moment's "Keep Calm and Carry On" and it's a far better rallying cry too.
November 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
I feel like we have the opportunity to turn David Lynch's quote into this moment's "Keep Calm and Carry On" and it's a far better rallying cry too.
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The wait is over! The shortlist for the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards is out now. Follow the link to see the full list and celebrate this year’s talented finalists! 🍻✨
www.beerguild.co.uk/2025-awards-...
www.beerguild.co.uk/2025-awards-...
November 7, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The wait is over! The shortlist for the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards is out now. Follow the link to see the full list and celebrate this year’s talented finalists! 🍻✨
www.beerguild.co.uk/2025-awards-...
www.beerguild.co.uk/2025-awards-...
There's a new episode of HopLit out today celebrating Native American Heritage Month: bit.ly/4oNqAv0
Native American Heritage Month - HopLit
The hosts of HopLit, David & Emily, celebrate Native American Heritage Month in November by sharing some of their favorite Indigenous authors. From David Heska Wanbli Weiden to Layli Long Soldier,...
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November 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
There's a new episode of HopLit out today celebrating Native American Heritage Month: bit.ly/4oNqAv0
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No matter how hard people try to convince us having empathy is wrong,
it is right.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that diversity is a weakness,
it is a strength.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that love is limited,
it is unlimited.
it is right.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that diversity is a weakness,
it is a strength.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that love is limited,
it is unlimited.
November 4, 2025 at 2:55 AM
No matter how hard people try to convince us having empathy is wrong,
it is right.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that diversity is a weakness,
it is a strength.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that love is limited,
it is unlimited.
it is right.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that diversity is a weakness,
it is a strength.
No matter how hard people try to convince us that love is limited,
it is unlimited.
In the new episode of Bean to Barstool, Professor Robyn Araiza talks about using craft chocolate as a way to demystify chemistry for non-STEM majors at U. of Cal San Marcos. Also, her study on caffeine & theobromine levels in coffee & chocolate beers: www.beantobarstool.com/episodes/rob...
The Chemistry of Chocolate with Professor Robyn Araiza and Jorge Torres — Bean to Barstool
In this episode, host David Nilsen talks with Professor Robyn Araiza about her innovative Chemistry of Chocolate class, and how chocolate and the sensory process can be used in an educational setting ...
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November 4, 2025 at 5:49 PM
In the new episode of Bean to Barstool, Professor Robyn Araiza talks about using craft chocolate as a way to demystify chemistry for non-STEM majors at U. of Cal San Marcos. Also, her study on caffeine & theobromine levels in coffee & chocolate beers: www.beantobarstool.com/episodes/rob...
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Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Facing mental health challenges? You should add a gratitude practice to the pile
November 3, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Facing mental health challenges? You should add a gratitude practice to the pile
I'm excited to again be part of the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, IN on Nov. 21-22. The coolest thing about this festival is the emphasis on education—chocolate is an agricultural product, and Rushville is a farming community, allowing for really cool points of connection. short 🧵
October 30, 2025 at 3:21 PM
I'm excited to again be part of the Midwest Craft Chocolate Festival in Rushville, IN on Nov. 21-22. The coolest thing about this festival is the emphasis on education—chocolate is an agricultural product, and Rushville is a farming community, allowing for really cool points of connection. short 🧵