Until the taps open at Oktoberfest, it’s a nonalcoholic mix of card games, soft drinks and waiting.
Tag: Beer
As Trump’s Tariffs Nudge Canada Toward Free Interprovincial Trade, Gerard Comeau Gets His Revenge
Gerard Comeau fought back after being fined for bringing too much beer into his province. He lost the battle, but may yet win the war.
Why Some U.K. Pubs Are Running Out of Guinness
Guinness’s parent company has limited the amount of the beer that U.K. wholesalers and distributors can buy each week, after surging demand led to fears of shortages.
British Pubs Are Running Out of Guinness
Guinness’s parent company has limited the amount of the beer that U.K. wholesalers and distributors can buy each week, after surging demand led to fears of shortages.
At COP29, ‘Sewage Beer’ Is Just Fine
The hoppy pilsner from Singapore, where freshwater is scarce, is part of an effort to promote recycling solutions.
Italian Monks Rebuild Quake-Ravaged Monastery, Giving Hope to Region
Eight years after devastating earthquakes ravaged central Italy, the reopening of a monastery is an inspiration for an area still struggling to recover.
Germany’s Oldest Hops Thrived for Centuries. Then Came Climate Change.
Hotter, drier seasons are threatening the traditions of German hops growers, who are fighting to preserve a way of life — and the flavor of your favorite brew.
Soon Your Beer Might Taste Different. Blame Climate Change.
Hotter, drier seasons are threatening the traditions of German hops growers, who are fighting to preserve a way of life — and the flavor of your favorite brew.
Heineken Sells Its Business in Russia for 1 Euro
After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, hundreds of Western companies announced they would quit operating in Russia. But actually selling their assets and withdrawing has taken time.
U.K.’s New Alcohol Taxes Are Aimed at Keeping Pubs Open and Votes Flowing
The changes are the biggest shake-up to Britain’s alcohol levies in 140 years, according to a government whose leader was clearly on the campaign trail in announcing them.