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Robin Shepard
It’s worth looking for Green Bay’s Noble Roots in Madison
Co-founder Alex Falish tries to make the trip to Madison to distribute every six or seven weeks.
Robin Shepard
Smoothie or seltzer?
Beers from Karben4, Delta, Flix and Tyranena are worth seeking out.
Jan 14, 2026
A holiday flight that’s on schedule
There are more than a few local beers not to miss this December. After all, it is time to celebrate.
Dec 15, 2025
Robin Shepard
Giant Jones develops a barrel-aging program with State Line barrels
A chance to create something new and different with John Mleziva, founder of nearby State Line Distillery, prompted Giant Jones’ entry into barrel-aging.
Dec 7, 2025
Robin Shepard
Delta Beer Lab's 400th and more beers to watch for this November
Delta made its 400th beer a memorable one, brewing up a West Coast IPA with an interesting twist .
Nov 13, 2025
Robin Shepard
The Hop Garden taproom in Belleville comes with vibes and views
The Hop Garden is finding a niche in smaller communities around Madison. It added its third taproom in Belleville in June.
Nov 9, 2025
Robin Shepard
Oktoberfests and more
Oktoberfests, prize winners at Flix, and an historical porter from Kirby Nelson.
Oct 4, 2025
Robin Shepard
Yes, more IPAs are on tap
Local beers to look for this September, from G5, Third Space, Lake Louie and Young Blood.
Sep 11, 2025
The Herbiery reopens
Herbiery owner Nia Ryan has teamed up with Lauren Virnoche, owner of Ecotone Herbs.
Aug 25, 2025
Robin Shepard
If it’s August, these must be Belgians
A wave of Belgians greets beer lovers this month. Giant Jones, Starkweather, New Glarus, Full Mile, Sunshine, Raised Grain, Vintage and Young Blood are all in on the craze.
Aug 7, 2025
Robin Shepard
Public opinion
Lakefront Brewery stepped in last summer to purchase Public Brewing and has since focused on producing a smaller set of core brands and styles, especially sours.
Jul 11, 2025
Robin Shepard
Better than an ice bucket
Drinking beer is easier than having a bucket of ice dumped over your head. Ales for ALS, sessionable brews, and a new Hop Garden taproom in Belleville are all part of southern Wisco’s July beer scene.
Jul 2, 2025
Courtesy Tyranena
A dozen Madison biergartens not to miss
A biergarten is not a few tables on the sidewalk with a view of traffic. A biergarten is an atmospheric achievement.
Jun 7, 2025
