John Holl

John Holl

John Holl is the author of Drink Beer, Think Beer: Getting to the Bottom of Every Pint, and has worked for both Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine® and All About Beer Magazine.


Podcast Episode 83: Brewers Association’s J. Nikol Jackson-Beckham: Making Craft Beer (and Brewing) Relevant and Accessible to Wider Audiences

Diversity in the craft beer industry still has a long way to go, but steps are being taken to make the beverage more inclusive.

Five Brewers Share Their Favorite Wood Aged Beers

There’s a lot of beer in a lot of wood these days. How do you know what rises above the masses? Ask a brewer. We asked a few of our favorite brewers and brewing professionals to share their recommendations on wood-aged beers.

The United States of Spontaneity

Brewers are forging their own paths from the long-traveled spontaneous-fermentation road. Where they will end up is anyone’s guess, but it’s shaping up to be a remarkable journey.

Brewing Just Like Bell’s

The Michigan brewer behind beers such as Two Hearted Ale and Oberon Ale recently released for the first time their house yeast, enabling homebrewers to make accurate clone brews or experiment.

Breakout Brewer: 450 North Brewing Co.

After 450 North Brewing Company changed their focus to embrace New England–style IPAs and revamped their look, traders across the country have sought them out, and their can releases have become day-long events.

Celebrating the Big Brew

Today is National Hombrew Day. How will you celebrate?

Podcast Episode 81: Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing’s Matthew Steinberg: Creating Character Within Classic Styles

When he finally opened his own brewery, Matthew Steinberg knew exactly what he wanted Exhibit 'A' Brewing Co. to be. This week he talks about lessons learned along the way and the relationship that exists with the brewery down the street – Jack’s Abby.

Make a Schwarz, not a Porter

The key to making and drinking dark lagers is to remember that despite their color they should stay true to the lager hallmarks.

The History of Spotted Cow

How a trip to a museum inspired a modern classic and the best-selling beer in Wisconsin.

Beers for a Cause: Fighting Cancer

Beers and brewery initiatives are frequently aimed at detecting, preventing, and curing cancers. There’s a new one in the mix.