Now that you have a solid understanding of beer, it's time for us to part ways. But that doesn't mean that your exploration of beer has to stop here! In fact, an education in beer is never really over. Whether you're hunting down new brews or brewing up your own, there's always something new to learn. Here are a few paths for you to explore:
Has this Snippet made you a little thirsty? The Brewers Association has a ton of great beer-related information on their website, including a listing of breweries by state and by country. So the next time you're traveling, don't forget to add a brewery or two (more more) to that list of sightseeing attractions!
Does part of you long to have the title of brewmaster? Why not start at home? Meet other homebrewers, get advice on your equipment and brewing process, and become part of the beer community by joining the American Homebrewers Association. You can also check out the Brewers Association's extensive video collection video collection, which contains lots of great information on how to get started as a homebrewer.
Our expert brewmaster Murray Hunter, of Gulf Islands Brewery, recommends the book The New Complete Joy of Home Brewing by Chris Papazian.
With so much information about beer online, it's easy to get overwhelmed. These top beer blogs and podcasts constantly create solid, reliable content that will do double duty of entertaining and educating you about the world of beer. From interviews with brewers, to information on how to craft your own beer, to local meetups, you'll find that these blogs and podcasts bring together beer lovers from around the world.