Don Tse

1 month ago | allaboutbeer.com | Don Tse |Em Sauter

Usually maltsters sell big bags of different grains to breweries and that’s it, right? But when using smaller maltsters, perhaps can there be more of a collaborative process? How do smaller, more local maltsters work with their local breweries to help meet their goals, needs and make sure they have everything they need? What are the benefits of having your maltster nearby or on speed dial? Are there any challenges to breweries just using local malt as well?

1 month ago | forbes.com | Don Tse

In a presentation for members, the Brewers Association recently reported that single-can sales of craft beer are catching up to sales of 4-packs, traditionally the preferred pack-size for off-premise sales of craft beer. The Brewers Association is the not-for-profit trade association dedicated to small and independent American craft brewers. The increase in single-can sales is occurring despite overall craft beer sales being flat, against a backdrop of overall beer sales declining.

1 month ago | allaboutbeer.com | Em Sauter |Don Tse

There was a time when small breweries dotted the land, making beers beloved by the communities they served. Thanks to Prohibition, changing consumer preference or just the difficulties of running a business profitably, many such beers have been lost to the history books. But small breweries specialize in connecting with their communities. And they can source small-batch or historic ingredients.

2 months ago | forbes.com | Don Tse

In the world of beer judging, there are two credentials that are the most widely recognized: the Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) and the Cicerone Certification Program. Both programs recognize different levels of expertise—the BJPC focuses on brewing while the Cicerone program focuses on customer-facing service—through tiered rankings. In January 2025, Max Finnance of Ledyard, CT was promoted by the BJCP from Master to Grand Master, the highest ranking awarded by the BJCP.

2 months ago | allaboutbeer.com | Don Tse |Em Sauter

Who doesn’t like marshmallows? Ancient Egyptians were the first to enjoy a gooey treat now called marshmallow as early as 2000 BC. Today, whether it’s in a hot cup of cocoa on a cold winter’s night, or smooshed with chocolate between graham crackers around the campfire, marshmallows are a fun way to add a little sweetness to life. But what about marshmallow in beer? Marshmallows add sweetness to beer, obviously. But quality marshmallows have other flavors, too.