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 ( 607 )
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Hunahpu’s Day 2017: A Long Road to Perfection
Back in 2010, Hunahpu’s Imperial Stout made its debut in the beer scene. The decadent stout aged on cacao nibs, Madagascar vanilla beans, ancho chilies,... Read more
Posted on 08 March 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Beer and Baseball; a Match Made in St. Louis
As Spring Training hits its stride, I thought you might enjoy reading a bit about how two of America’s summertime favorites came together. Read more
Posted on 06 March 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
World of Beer Drink It Intern Returns for Second Year
If you missed your opportunity to become a World of Beer intern last summer, worry not because the beer bar franchise is repeating the program again this summer. Read more
Posted on 01 March 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Guinness Launches “Give a ‘Stache” Campaign
It is no secret that Guinness has been and continues to be a huge part of nearly all St. Patrick Day celebrations. This year the iconic Irish brew wants to... Read more
Posted on 24 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Riverside Craft Beer Festival Returns with New Format, Plenty of Beer
Now in its fourth year, the Riverside Craft Beer Festival presented by the Riverside Rotary Club continues its tradition of raising funds for worthy charitable... Read more
Posted on 23 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
New Belgium La Folie Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Sour beer lovers look forward to the annual release of New Belgium‘s La Folie with puckered lips. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the superbly blended... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Rogue Distributes Award-winning 6 Hop IPA
Rogue Ales has always been an innovator in sustainable brewing practices. For years they have grown their own hops reducing the need to truck them in from... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Narragansett to Distribute Shandy Just in Time for FLorida Just in Time for...
On a hot Florida summer afternoon there is perhaps nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold sweet and tart shandy. In case you are not familiar with this... Read more
Posted on 16 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Stone Releasing New IPA and Returning Favorite
Stone Brewing Company is not a brewery that rest on its laurels. It is constantly developing new and exciting brews that consistently blow the collective minds... Read more
Posted on 15 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Florida Craft Beer Day to Celebrate State’s Local Breweries
Florida Craft Beer Day is set aside to celebrate the diverse and rich craft beer culture that is flourishing from Key West to Pensacola. And the date chosen,... Read more
Posted on 15 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Alpine Beer Company Releases New IPA, Canned Brews for First Time
San Diego, Calif. is home to many highly regarded breweries. Alpine Beer Company is among that elite group. Started in 1999 in the small suburban village of... Read more
Posted on 15 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Need Help Deciding What Beer to Drink for the Big Game? Here’s Help
With all the other decisions you have to make this weekend — which team to root for, which commercial you like the best, what flavor wings to serve — the folks... Read more
Posted on 03 February 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Smithsonian Chooses American Brewing History Initiative Historian
A few months ago the beer circles were all atwitter about the Smithsonian Institute’s announcement that it was creating a position to research and document the... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Intuition’s Underdark Release Day Coming with Two New Variants
Each year around this time something dark, thick and delicious appears at Intuition Ale Works. Now in its fifth year, Underdark Saturday will be held February... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Jax Beer Guy to Launch Facebook Live Broadcasts
There is a lot going on in the local and state beer world over the next few months. And you can expect coverage of several right here on The Jax Beer Guy blog.... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
SweetWater Vs. Sam Adams Super Bowl Match-up
With the Super Bowl just a few days away, the smack is running fast and hard. The New England Patriots will battle the Atlanta Falcons for the ultimate title... Read more
Posted on 30 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Terrapin to Release Second The Walking Dead-themed Brew
A few years ago, Athens, Ga. brewery Terrapin Beer Company produced a beer themed after the hugely popular “The Walking Dead” television program that airs on... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Funky Buddha to Release New Pineapple Blonde Ale
OAKLAND PARK, FL – Get ready to put your feet in the sand with a beer in your hand: Pineapple Beach, a tropical and refreshing blonde ale kissed with gnarly... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Former Leinenkugel CEO Named Trump Administration VA Advisory Post
Now that there is a new administration in the White House, the task of filling cabinet and advisory positions must be completed. Read more
Posted on 26 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Smithwick’s to Introduce Limited Release Blonde Ale to NYC Beer Lovers
Two of the sporting world’s most iconic figures, Boomer Esiason and Craig Carton, hosts of the Boomer Carton show on WFAN-NY sports radio and CBS Sports [TV]... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2017 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK