Marc Wisdom
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The Jax Beer Guy
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Marc Wisdom is a man who knows and is passionate about craft beer. Born in the shadow of the Anheuser-Busch brewery in the German neighborhoods of south St. Louis, MO, Marc was destined to love beer and has embraced his destiny by sharing his knowledge with others. He is the monthly beer columnist for Jacksonville's Buzz Magazine, a contributor to Jacksonville Magazine, and a regular blogger. His insights into the history, flavor aspects, and pairing possibilities of beer are invaluable to the novice craft beer drinker and indispensable to the more advanced beer lover. Be sure to follow his popular beer website as well at: www.JaxBeerGuy.com
LATEST ARTICLES ( 606 )
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Jax Qualifies for BeerCity USA, but the Battle is Not Over Yet
It was an epic battle; one that, though there were no real opponents, it looked as though we were not going to survive. At one point it looked as though we had... Read more
Posted on 05 May 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Do You Know the History of Your Cinci De Mayo Brew?
Cerveza Pacifico. Picture taken by me on the pacifican beach of Mexico easter 2008. (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Somehow, in the mists of time, the true reason... Read more
Posted on 03 May 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Second Chance to Get Jax on BeerCity USA Ballot
According to Charlie Papazian, the founder of the BeerCity USA contest the “…2013 “primary” poll is REOPENED due to possible poll related technical issues durin... Read more
Posted on 02 May 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
24 Things You May Or May Not Have Known About Beer
The fun folks at wearyourbeer.com came up with this great infographic all about our favorite beverage — beer! 24 Things You Didn’t Know About Beer infographic Read more
Posted on 01 May 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Funky Buddha to Open Full Production Facility in June
Every now and then a brewery comes along that seems to have built in buzz. These are the breweries that brew beers by their own rules and to please themselves... Read more
Posted on 30 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Goose Island 312 to Refresh Golf Fans at The Players This Year
The big news in Jacksonville this week is the run up to the Player’s Championships next week. The eyes of the golfing world will be on the First Coast next... Read more
Posted on 29 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
7 Questions About Beer Answered
Beer is a social beverage. In its earliest incarnations, man drank beer for sustenance and ritual; in more modern times it is the beverage of choice at... Read more
Posted on 25 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Anthony Bourdain to Bring Guts & Glory Tour to Jacksonville Tomorrow Night
In the world of culinary super heroes there is one man who, through his snarky remarks and laid back attitude, has risen to the pinnacle of his craft. That... Read more
Posted on 24 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Nominate Jacksonville for Beer City USA 2013
Last year Jacksonville made it on the ballot for Beer City USA, but the perennial favorite Asheville, NC pulled out its fourth win in a row. Since last year,... Read more
Posted on 23 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Japanese Create Another Special Beer
The Japanese are known for their rather odd fascination with bizarre foods. I mean, who could forget such interesting snacks as Octopus ice cream, natto –... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Taste of Beer Alone Can Trigger Pleasure
Scientists have proven what many beer lovers have known for thousands of years – the mere taste of beer can cause pleasure. Not only does it cause pleasure,... Read more
Posted on 18 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Founders Crossing the Pond, Distributing to UK
More proof that the American craft beer surge is finding its way across the pond to Europe came this week in the form of a press release April 16 from Founders... Read more
Posted on 17 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Hash House Harriers; A Drinking Group with a Running Problem
Another article repeat in honor of tomorrow’s first Jacksonville Tap ‘n’ Run, billed as a ridiculous running race. But, running for beer is nothing new. The Has... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
In the Spirit of Tap ‘n’ Run; Running and Chugging
With the Jacksonville Tap ‘n’ Run coming up this weekend (article at:http://tinyurl.com/cnlppfu), I thought that this article from January 2102 might be of... Read more
Posted on 10 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
A Lot is Brewing at SweetWater Brewing in Atlanta
There’s always something interesting going on around the SweetWater brewery in Atlanta, Ga. And right now is no exception. A recent press release from the... Read more
Posted on 09 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Jax Beer Week — Day Six
Grand Tasting 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.The culmination of Jax Beer Week is the Grand Tasting that will take place downtown in conjunction with Community First... Read more
Posted on 06 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Jax Beer Week — Day Five
Green Room Brewing Co. 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnightFlorida Mega Tap Takeover with over 50 Florida beers. Breweries that will be represented at the event... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
European Street Beer & Baseball Returns This Weekend
Fewer things are more all-American than that ritual of summer that takes place in towns and cities all over the nation. In parks both grand and make-shift,... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Jax Beer Week — Day Four
Dahlia’s Pour HouseThe gang at Dahlia’s will be offering thirsty Jax Beer Week revelers $4 IPAs.Bold City Brewing Co. 7:00 p.m to 11:00 p.m. Read more
Posted on 04 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Jax Beer Week — Day Three
Mellow Mushroom, Tinseltown Head over to one of the city’s best pizza joints for a Jax Beer Week evnt that will feature the brews of Cigar City Brewing Co.,... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2013 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK