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Beer guides & brewery articles

Plain-English guides to beer styles, brewery types and taproom visits — what the terms mean and how to find the 7174 breweries in this directory.

Beer 101

Microbrewery vs. Brewpub vs. Taproom: What's the Difference?

Microbrewery, brewpub, taproom, nanobrewery — the beer world's terms explained simply, including what each one means for your visit and the food and beer you'll find.

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Beer 101

Beer Styles Explained: IPA, Lager, Stout & More

A beginner's map of beer styles — ales vs. lagers, IPAs, stouts, pilsners, sours and wheat beers — with what each tastes like and how to order what you'll actually enjoy.

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