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Maybe you’ve already met someone who’s Cali sober. They’re at the same happy hour, the same tailgate, the same Tuesday night trivia. They’re just not drinking alcohol. A Talker Research survey of 2,000 adults found that 34% identify with the Cali sober lifestyle. That number jumps to 48% among Gen Z adults. Pair that with Gallup’s tracking that puts the… The post Going Cali Sober? 5 Drinks You…
Belgium’s beer culture is world-renowned. In fact, Belgian Beer Culture was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016, recognizing the country’s unique brewing traditions and beer gastronomy. In Belgium, beer isn’t just a liquid; it’s a piece of the country’s history, a part of its DNA as important to the daily life and… The post 5-Minute…
You’ve seen them at music festivals, liquor stores, and in your friend’s fridge. Now you’re curious. THC drinks, including seltzers, spirit alternatives, and shots, have spread across mainstream retail over the last two years, providing a hangover-free way to take the edge off without reaching for a beer, glass of wine, or cocktail. If you’ve never tried one, the options… The post 5 Best THC…
Spring is in full swing, and so is our beer fridge. Whether we’re hunting down a grail release, craving something crisp and seasonal, or just looking for a reliable go-to that never disappoints, May delivers on all fronts. The taps are flowing, the ratings are climbing, and the Hop Culture Shop is stocked with some genuinely exciting stuff right now.… The post Hop Culture’s 5 Best Things in the…
The rocks jutted out of the earth like ice cubes in a glass of whiskey—one, an elephant climbing up a staircase into the sky; the other a beluga whale cresting the surface, its head just visible. “It is almost otherworldly out here,” said our guide, Conan Allen, founder of Joshua Tree Connectivity, which offers award-winning immersive experiences in one of… The post Hops, High Desert, and…
Spring has officially sprung—and so has our urge to swap stouts for something a little more…sunshine-friendly. The days are longer, the vibes are lighter, and the beers? Let’s just say they’re blooming nicely. From juicy, fruit-forward heavy hitters to crisp lagers made for patio season, April’s lineup is basically your fridge’s seasonal glow-up. 🌷🍺 You know what they say: When… The post Hop…
March can mean many things: 🌷The first sign of spring ⚾The first crack of the bat as baseball season begins ⛹️♀️The first tingle of hearts breaking with broken NCAA March Madness brackets. But in our neck of the woods, the third month of the year means one thing only: the return of the third annual Untappd Community Awards! This year,… The post The 25,000+ Highest-Rated Drinks, According to…
Nightcaps have been around for centuries. But alcohol’s negative health effects are increasingly a turn-off for many consumers, and more people are trading that last glass of wine for a THC drink before bed. Cannabis beverages take the edge off without the hangover, offering relaxation and a better night’s sleep. And they fit perfectly into the evening ritual, whether you’re… The post Best THC…
Hop Culture’s 5 Best Beers in the Shop Right Now (February) Graphic courtesy of Derek Campos, Senior Graphic Designer, Next Glass Welcome to a brand-new Hop Culture series designed to answer one simple question: What beers should I be drinking right now? Each month, we’re digging into the Hop Culture Shop to spotlight five standout beers (and boxes) that our… The post Hop Culture’s 5 Best Beers in…
Two roads diverged in the craft beer woods, and Two Roads Brewing has never hesitated to take the one with fewer footprints—and better beer at the end of it. From day one, the Connecticut brewery has built its identity around zigging when others zag, honoring tradition while quietly rewriting the rules. Sometimes that means dry-hopping a pilsner before anyone has… The post The Road Less Traveled,…
