Since becoming a craft-beer drinker, several times I've felt like the odd woman out. When I went to book club, my friends would pour a delicate glass of wine and discuss the vintage's qualities while daintily sipping away and chatting about the latest New York Times bestseller we'd chosen. Meanwhile, I nursed a bottle of stout and silently wished the bestseller had more kissing, lasers, and fight scenes. Pinkies up!
I would have read just about anything to get my monthly night out with my friends, but I kept wishing I could have a group of women friends to hang out with who liked to drink beer and who were equally impressed by the hops profile or the nice dash of spice on the finish. I wanted a group of people who had common beer interests to geek out with.
And I'm not alone. Groups for women who love beer have been popping up all over the place, and while some are exclusive to a brewery or taproom, others are nationally organized, with smaller chapters throughout the country. Some welcome homebrewers exclusively, while others are a mix of homebrewers and beer lovers-truly, there is something for everyone!
