Mashing-In News: Art & Science of Beer, Beer Styles & Tom Cruise Films
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Monday, Sept. 8, 2025 — Pink turns 46 today!
Today’s craft beer news mixes science and art, hops and Hollywood, steady classics and bold debates—from Stoup Brewing’s fresh-hop education night to Em Sauter’s Tom Cruise pairings, Maine Beer Co.’s quiet growth, and even baseball’s surprising turn toward sobriety.
Stoup Brewing Hosts Art & Science of Beer Event Sept. 11
Stoup Brewing’s Capitol Hill location will host The Art & Science of Beer on Sept. 11, blending hop-farm photography, live brewing, sensory stations, and fresh-hop education into a community celebration during the Capitol Hill Art Walk. (Washington Beer Blog)
Pints and Panels Pairs Beer Styles with Tom Cruise Films
Em Sauter’s latest Pints and Panels comic pairs classic beer styles with Tom Cruise movies, playfully matching hops, malt, and bubbles to the actor’s most iconic roles. (Pints and Panels)
Do What’s Right: Maine Beer Co. Keeps Thriving in 2025
Maine Beer Company continues to thrive on its “Do What’s Right” ethos—pairing hop-forward classics like Lunch, Dinner, and Peeper with a commitment to sustainability, minimalistic 500ml bottles, and charitable giving—posting double-digit growth in 2024 while remaining proudly independent and steadfast in format, philosophy, and focus on quality. (All About Beer)
The Bold, Tropical Magic of New Zealand Hops
A brewer reflects on the bold, tropical flavors of New Zealand hops like Nelson Sauvin, Motueka, Riwaka, and Wai-iti—recounting a hop harvest trip to Nelson, exploring Garage Project’s Kiwi innovations, and sharing a recipe for a summer-ready pale ale that showcases their unique, vibrant character. (Craft Beer & Brewing)
Brewers Pick Their Five Favorite Midwest IPAs
Craft Beer & Brewing asked five pro brewers to pick their favorite Midwest IPAs, spotlighting classics like Bell’s Two Hearted and Pipeworks Ninja vs. Unicorn alongside regional standouts from Masthead, Missing Mountain, and even Maine Beer Company’s Lunch, all praised for their balance of bold hops and sturdy malt backbones. (Craft Beer & Brewing)
Are Great Pubs Killing Good Pubs?
A reflection on London’s pub scene argues that while standout pubs like The Hope in Carshalton and The Golden Ark in Selsdon raise the bar, their success may inadvertently diminish once-strong neighboring pubs, sparking debate over whether one great pub is better than many merely good ones. (Benviveur)
MLB Players Are Drinking Less, Turning to Recovery Over Booze
Major League Baseball players are drinking less than ever, with beer fridges going untouched in clubhouses as tart cherry juice, marijuana, recovery routines, and “show dinners” replace the heavy drinking culture of past eras. (Yahoo Sports)
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