A graduate of Columbia University with a BA in English, Andrew Barovick studied for his JD at the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Now a partner at Alegria & Barovick LLP, Andrew Barovick enjoys sampling craft beers when he is not at the office.
Generally created by small producers, sometimes even in the home, craft beers are available in a multitude of varieties. Here are some tips for getting the most out of a craft beer tasting experience.
1. Take more than a single sip before deciding whether you like the beer, as craft beers tend to be more complex than their mass-produced counterparts. Appreciate everything from the initial aroma to the aftertaste.
2. Consider writing your experience down if you are struggling to describe it verbally. According to craft beer expert Randy Mosher, our brains often struggle to comprehend flavors and assign descriptions to them.
3. Avoid over-chilling the beer, as this prevents you from getting the full experience. Craft beers are generally best enjoyed at a little below room temperature, though many producers will recommend specific temperatures, too.
Generally created by small producers, sometimes even in the home, craft beers are available in a multitude of varieties. Here are some tips for getting the most out of a craft beer tasting experience.
1. Take more than a single sip before deciding whether you like the beer, as craft beers tend to be more complex than their mass-produced counterparts. Appreciate everything from the initial aroma to the aftertaste.
2. Consider writing your experience down if you are struggling to describe it verbally. According to craft beer expert Randy Mosher, our brains often struggle to comprehend flavors and assign descriptions to them.
3. Avoid over-chilling the beer, as this prevents you from getting the full experience. Craft beers are generally best enjoyed at a little below room temperature, though many producers will recommend specific temperatures, too.
