From Sea To Shining Sea

Planning a trip and worried you won’t be able to find your favorite regional crafty beverage? Fear not. The great thing about the craft beer community is that it spans the USA… literally from coast to coast! Here’s a silly little map that someone on the interwebs put together that shows some of the regional rock stars of craft brewing.

The Unites States of Beermerica

Obviously, this map doesn’t depict all of the breweries out there, or even the best breweries that each state has to offer. But it does illustrate the greater point. The key to success is to do a little research before you leave and locate the beer culture. Look for brewpubs for your meals and local breweries to tour (if you have time). Finding these brewers will also give you an idea of what to look for at the local grocery stores and premium beer stores. You can also ask around when you arrive, but it’s important to ask the right people. Try the staff at the premium beer store as they are usually knowledgeable and well plugged-in to the local scene.

Here’s to craft-brewed happiness… Cheers!