Whether you’re a home brewer, beer enthusiast, or interested in antique recipe books and vintage brewing memorabilia, chances are you will find a blog for your reading pleasure. Explore these top 10 Home Brew /Beer Blogs for all things brew-related!
Who visits Home Brew /Beer blogs and websites?
The types of people who visit Home Brew /Beer blogs and websites are generally passionate about good beer. They may be hobbyists who enjoy brewing their beer or professionals who work in the beer industry. They may also be interested in learning more about beer and discovering new craft beers.
Whatever their reason for visiting, these users are typically engaged with the content on these sites. They’re likely to read articles and blog posts, watch videos, and view photos. They may also leave comments or engage in discussions with other users.
What are the Top ten Home Brew /Beer Blogs?
When choosing a beer blog, there are many different options. However, not all beer blogs are created equal. Some offer more comprehensive information than others, while some focus more on the personal experiences of the blog owner.
Here, let’s look at 10 of the best beer blogs out there, weighing up the pros and cons of each one.
- Good Beerhunting
- Brewers Association
- Boak & Bailey
- Beer and Brewing
- Blog about Beer
- Focus on the beer
- Beervana
- Basic Brewing
- The Beer Junkies
- The Full Pint
Good Beerhunting
Aside from the clever name and beautiful pictures, this website features many tales and interviews with exciting beer enthusiasts worldwide. The wonderful thing about this site is that it provides many different perspectives on everyone’s favorite beverage. From Sweden to Chicago, you’ll see how beer specialists worldwide make, and drink beer, and mention their beer sales!
“Good Beer Hunting is a critical, creative, and curious voice in the world of beer. We write about and partner with breweries of all shapes and sizes in order to create a better future for the craft.”
goodbeerhunting.com/about
Pros
Good Beerhunting covers all things related to home brewing, including recipes, tips and advice for beginners, product reviews, and interviews with experienced brewers.
There’s also a forum where users can ask questions and share information.
Cons
The site was last updated in 2021, so some information may need to be updated. There are also very few articles other than beer blogs on this list.
Brewers Association
This one-stop store for all things beer has a lot to offer both experienced brewers and newcomers. They offer advice on increasing beer sales, exporting beer, education, and general best practices. The Brewer’s Association is an excellent resource for anyone wishing to improve their brewing skills.
“Our Purpose: To promote and protect American craft brewers, their beers, and the community of brewing enthusiasts.”
brewersassociation.org/who-we-are
Pros
Offers a thorough analysis of different beers, using data from Untappd (a popular beer-tracking app).
Cons
As the name suggests, BeerAssociation is heavy on the data side of things, so if you’re looking for a more light-hearted read, then this isn’t the blog for you.
Boak and Bailey
They may be writing from the other side of the Atlantic, but their content will undoubtedly appeal to beer enthusiasts. Ray Bailey and Jessica Boak, who live in the United Kingdom, blog about beer, and have been doing so since 2007 and have amassed the information required to educate and delight beer enthusiasts worldwide.
Pros
This blog includes in-depth reviews, comparisons, and insights into various brewing trends. Their level of infographics is all a reader would want to know.
In addition, the site is updated regularly with new content.
Cons
Some of the features on the site (such as the ability to search for beers by style) require a paid subscription.
Beer and Brewing
This blog contains some of the most unusual craft beer-related recipes I’ve ever seen. There are also extensive reviews and beer and brewing video courses available.
Pros
The site is updated regularly with new content, and there are also podcasts where you can listen to interviews and discussions on various topics. There are also the reviews, courses and online tools such as calorie calculators and temp correction calculator.
Cons
The site’s overall structure may need to be more aesthetic and pleasing for some of you.
Blog about Beer
There is a sizable collection of materials and articles on homebrewing on this blog. On a lighter note, it also features articles about amusing small things like Beer lovers guide and so on.
“The site was launched in August of 2007 as a resource for better beer, beer news and fun beer stuff. “
blogaboutbeer.com/about
Pros
It provides tips and advice, and the site also features product reviews, interviews with experienced brewers, and insights into the latest brewing trends. It’s updated regularly with new content.
Cons
The site has a different level of depth than some of the other blogs on this list, so it might not be suitable for those looking for in-depth information on homebrewing.
Focus on the Beer
Focus On The Beer’s podcast is essential to any beer enthusiast, even though this blog is focused on the craft beer movement in the Colorado Pikes Peak region. Hannigan, Howard, and Steen, all of whom are ‘hopheads’, work together to make this blog a welcoming center for beer news, events, and Brew Love.
Pros
The site covers all aspects of homebrewing, from recipes and tips to beer reviews and interviews with experienced brewers.
It’s updated regularly with new content.
Cons
Some articles are behind a paywall, so you’ll need to subscribe to access them.
Beervana
There is a sizable collection of materials and articles on homebrewing on this blog. On a lighter note, it also features articles about amusing small things like beer-flavored fun and guides.
Pros
● The site is updated regularly with new content.
Cons
● The site has a different level of depth than some of the other blogs on this list, so it might not be suitable for those looking for in-depth information on homebrewing.
BasicBrewing.com
Basic Brewing is run by James Spencer, a professional brewer with over 20 years of experience.
“Basic Brewing is the home of Basic Brewing Radio™ and Basic Brewing Video™, the podcasts that help both beginning and advanced brewers improve their homebrew.”
basicbrewing.com
Pros
As such, you can be sure that the offer information is accurate and up-to-date. In addition, the site covers all aspects of homebrewing, from recipes and tips to product reviews and interviews with experienced brewers.
Cons
Some of the articles are behind a paywall, so you’ll need to sign up for a subscription to access them.
The Beer Junkies
Two beer enthusiasts run The Beer Junkies, so you can be sure that the offer information is accurate and up-to-date.
Pros
The site covers all aspects of the craft beer scene, from brewing and beer culture to interviews with key figures, and they cover beer news.
It’s updated regularly with new content.
Cons
Some articles are behind a paywall, so you’ll need to subscribe to access them.
In addition, the site has a different level of depth than some of the other blogs on this list, so it might not be suitable for those looking for in-depth information on the craft beer scene.
TheFullPint.com
The Full Pint is one of the most comprehensive sites on this list, covering all aspects of the craft beer scene, from brewing and beer culture to industry news, beer tasting and reviews of different beers.
Pros
The site is updated regularly with new content, and there’s also a forum where users can ask questions and share information.
Cons
Some articles are behind a paywall, so you’ll need to subscribe to access them.
The Bottom Line
There you have it! Our top ten homebrew/beer bloggers. We hope you enjoyed reading them as much as we did. If you have other favorite homebrew/beer blogs, let us know in the comments below. And if you’re interested in starting your blog about the beer brewing industry, we say go for it! Cheers!
