Post #200- Why I am a Beer Blogger.



I tried to save my feelings on blogging for a memorable post.  Post #100 came and went.  I didn't really realize that I was typing it, and I really didn't know why I was blogging.  Post #100 happened to be a The Session post, it was a nice post, which talked about my favorite bar, Mike McGoverns, which still is a great neighborhood bar in Baltimore.  I have talked a little before on how I got into this blog, where the name comes from and my feelings for it- but not I thought I would throw it all out there.



I find myself blogging because I find my random thoughts throughout the day revolve around beer, beer events and, now, homebrewing.  I started blogging as a reminder of what I drank.  It was a way for me to express in words what I am tasting.  This helped develop my palate and allow me to explore the beers fully.  Throughout the past year and a half, I was able to discover more beers than I ever expected.  I have had to opportunity to try some amazing beers, and I just missed out on trying others.

Another reason I love to blog is the beer blogger/twitter community.  I have met some great people and feel fortunate when I get to meet them, and then run into them at different events or randomly at the bar.  They have been mentors as well as friends, and have been able to educate me on brands/styles/business, motivate me to explore more and keep me humble at the same time (no one wants to be a beer snob, beer geek yes, not beer snob).  To these guys, thank you.



Selection of Groomsmen Bottles



The knowledge and further understanding of the different beer and beer culture has developed and intense love.  This love is recognized by many of my friends when we go shopping for beer or are sitting in a bar.  They respect my opinion, and many times come to me looking for advice.  I translated this into my gifts for my groomsmen.  I feel that my gifts were heartfelt and, if I may say, perfect.  We were able to get coolers personalized (soft-sided, picnic style) and inside I placed a six-pack of beers that I felt they would like.  I included a Oktoberfest or two (wedding was in October) along with beer specifically for the guys.  Some included all three Saison du BUFFs, BrewDog Tokio*, Oskar Blues Ten Fidy, Flying Dog Dogtoberfest and Ommegang Abbey Ale.

Finally, if you are not blogging about something you love, I invite you to start.  If you are already blogging, I hope that I am following you (if I am not, let me know, I love to read others posts, no matter what the subject). Thanks again to those who I have met through this great Blogging World, and I look forward to meeting more people as I progress.  This has been a great journey, one I am looking forward to continuing.  

I would also like to apologize for the cell phone pictures, some day I will use our good camera.

How Many Can You Identify?

 

My Prize- Westys for the Wedding