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Russell’s secret for getting it right is placing whole beans in a steeping bag he hangs inside the fermenter with the beer. Ground beans could introduce darker, stronger coffee flavors, even becoming astringent.

November ushers in some of the boldest and biggest brews of the year, from a Scotch ale and returning Belgian favorites.

The Grumpy Troll pays tribute to the film ‘Elf’ with special menu options. Elsewhere, barleywines are big.

An effort from a small craft brewery in Lviv, Ukraine, goes viral. Madison brewers take to the mash tuns and raise big bucks for relief.

Stout season has arrived and Guinness likely comes to mind. However, there are other beers, and even other holidays, to explore.