Stein Brew Co.

Culture & Community

Raise a Glass to History: How Beer Steins Went From Barroom Staple to Coveted Keepsake

What started as a practical vessel for keeping bugs out of your beer has quietly become one of the most passionate corners of craft beverage collecting. From hand-painted German stoneware to limited-edition releases commissioned by American craft breweries, the humble stein is having a serious moment. We talked to collectors and brewers alike to find out why these pieces are landing on mantels — and in wills.

Jul 13, 2026

Culture & Community

Brewing the Past Back to Life: America's Lost Beer Styles Are Making a Comeback

Long before Prohibition wiped the slate clean, American brewers were crafting wildly diverse beers rooted in colonial traditions and immigrant ingenuity. Today, a passionate wave of craft brewers is digging through history books, old recipe ledgers, and botanical archives to bring those forgotten flavors back. What they're pouring might just change how you think about American beer culture altogether.

Jul 13, 2026

Brewing Science

Your Glass Is Doing More Than You Think: The Real Science Behind Beer Vessel Design

The vessel you drink from isn't just a container — it's an active part of the tasting experience. From aroma concentration to temperature retention, the shape of your glass quietly shapes every sip. Here's what brewmasters and sensory scientists want you to know.

Jul 12, 2026

Brewing Science

Less Alcohol, More Craft: How Sessionable Beers Are Rewriting the Rules of Flavor

Craft brewers across the country are proving that dialing back the ABV doesn't mean dialing back the complexity. From careful malt selection to precision fermentation, the sessionable beer movement is pushing brewing science into fascinating new territory. If you thought low-alcohol meant low-effort, think again.

Jul 12, 2026

Culture & Community

More Than a Pint: How Craft Taprooms Became the New Town Square

Craft breweries have quietly evolved into some of the most important community spaces in American towns and cities. At Stein Brew Co., the taproom isn't just a place to drink — it's a living room for the neighborhood, a stage for local causes, and a gathering point for people who might never have crossed paths otherwise. Here's why that matters.

Jul 11, 2026

Ingredients & Sourcing

From Field to Fermenter: Why American Hop Farmers Are the Unsung Heroes of Craft Beer

Behind every great craft beer is a farmer who made it possible. Across the US, a growing movement of regional hop growers and grain farmers are partnering directly with craft breweries — cutting out the middleman, strengthening local economies, and producing ingredients that are fresher and more distinctive than anything on a commodity market. Stein Brew Co. is proud to be part of that supply chain.

Jul 11, 2026

Brewing Science

Bitter, Strong, and Unapologetic: What Really Makes a Craft Beer Bold

Boldness in craft beer isn't just a marketing buzzword — it's a measurable, brewable science. From hop bitterness measured in IBUs to the warming punch of a high-ABV ale, we break down the chemistry behind the beers that demand your attention. Stein Brew Co.'s own brewmasters weigh in on how they chase that perfect balance.

Jul 11, 2026