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Mathew Powers

Mathew is a freelance writer, beer connoisseur, historian, and former tornado chaser. He's led an eclectic life, traveled many miles, and usually found a way to enjoy a beer or two along the way. His articles have been found on various webzines and he authors "A Pint of Chicago" for the Chicago Tribune Media Group. In addition to his Master's in Written Communication, he is currently working on a Master's in History, where he is researching the history of American beer culture.

It’s the New Bitter – Hops in Cocktails

By Mathew Powers • COCKTAILS

What do bartenders, distillers, and craft brewers have in common? They love to be creative, innovative, and cutting-edge…
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4 months ago

Love Beer? Try These Hopped Spirits

By Mathew Powers • On Tap

If you like beer you’ll love these hopped spirits…
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5 months ago

What The Heck Is A Table Beer?

By Mathew Powers • On Tap

A look at Table Beers; what they are, where they come from, and how you can enjoy them…
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8 months ago

YES!! We Are READY TO DRINK!!

By Mathew Powers • FEATURED BRANDS, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

The Ready to Drink category has exploded. Here are just a few expressions out there today…
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9 months ago

Being Ali Ghanbarian: The Ultimate Influencer

By Mathew Powers • FEATURED BRANDS, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

Meet Ali Ghanbarian, mega-trendsetter, who launched several careers, popularized high-end brands, and jumpstarted arts culture, has his eye on something new…
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10 months ago

On Location: Laws Whiskey House, Denver

By Mathew Powers • On Location, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

The folks at Laws Whiskey House in Colorado are obsessed with whiskey making…
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10 months ago

Vodka Inspired by Ryan Whitney of the Spittin’ Chiclets Hockey Podcast

By Mathew Powers • FEATURED BRANDS, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

New Amsterdam Pink Whitney, inspired by Spittin’ Chiclets Hockey Podcast…
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1 year ago

Miss Playing Golf in the Winter Months? Brandon Sweet Has A Solution

By Mathew Powers • Travel, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

Visit Topgolf Swing

Brandon Sweet, beverage director at Topgolf Swing Suite at Foxwoods Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut, provides the drinks that accompany TopGolf’s already unique gaming experiences including slots, …
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1 year ago

Musician Tommy Brunett Stumbles on the Greatest Idea in Craft Whiskey

By Mathew Powers • SPONSORED, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

While sipping whiskey and smoking ribs in 2011, musician Tommy Brunett had a flash of inspiration. “I came up with an idea combining those two great American pastimes…
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2 years ago

Every San Antonio Brewery You Need to Visit

By Mathew Powers • BEER, Travel, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

From the Riverwalk to the Alamo, San Antonio is full of history, beauty and great beer. Here is every San Antonio brewery you need to visit on your next trip…
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2 years ago

9 Breweries with Excellent Barrel-Aging Programs

By Mathew Powers • BEER, WHAT'S CHILLING RIGHT NOW

So many breweries are getting in on barrel-aging, but some stand out from the rest. These 10 breweries boast some of our favorite barrel-aging programs right now…
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