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Homebrewers and other beer lovers convene for Sunshine Challenge in Central Florida

Florida homebrewers and beer lovers are gearing up for a big bash this weekend in Maitland. The Central Florida Home Brewers will hold its 21st annual Beer Competition and Festival from Thursday to Saturday (November 17-19) at the Sheraton Orlando … Continue reading

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5 Reasons Why the Cajun Cafe Throws the Best Beer Fest in Florida

I generally avoid superlatives in my writing. Saying that something is “the biggest,” “the strongest,” or “the prettiest” can prove dangerous because almost inevitably I will come across something that is bigger, stronger or prettier. There are exceptions. For instance, … Continue reading

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Cigar City Unveils Beer Can Designs and More Details

The folks at the CraftCans.com website posted an interview this morning with Geiger Powell, media and marketing director at Cigar City Brewing and the artist who created most of the Tampa brewery’s labels. In the interview, Powell revealed more about … Continue reading

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ABC beer tastings are well worth the trip

A new focus on craft beer at ABC Fine Wine & Spirits stores includes a series of beer tastings held at various stores throughout Florida. I attended one at the store on Apopka-Vineland Road a few weeks ago, and it … Continue reading

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