Hofbräuhaus in St. Petersburg, FL vs. Munich
Is the St. Petersburg, FL, Hofbrauhaus the same as the original beer hall in Munich? Read this article to find out; I've been to both and make a comparison, including pictures.
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Andechs Abbey, Dießen and Herrsching in Southern Bavaria, Germany
On a hilltop in Bavaria just south of Munich lies the Andechs Abbey, famous for the monk-made beer, beautiful hiking, organic dairy and produce and an all-around monastery/brewery German experience. Nearby are the lakefront towns of Dießen and Herrsching, known to German locals as relaxing places to kick back.
Avery Brewing Co. in Gunbarrel, Boulder County, Colorado
A visit to Avery Brewing Company has its address in Boulder, Colorado. But really it's in the Gunbarrel area of Boulder County. Each local brewery here has its own gig, and Avery's is lots of diverse beer types, plus a surprisingly creative and delicious kitchen! Check out the photos of their wonderful, two-story taproom.
Odell Brewing Company Tour, Ft. Collins, Colorado
Odell Brewing Company in Ft. Collins, Colorado, offers a big selection of beers, lots of gear, a great hangout and free brewery tours. Check out my pix!
Tour New Belgium Brewery in Ft. Collins, Colorado, and Drink Fat Tire Beer
A visit to a very congenial brewery and taproom, New Belgium Brewery in Ft. Collins, Colorado. You might know its Fat Tire beer. In my experience, New Belgium's digs could qualify as a beer garten in many ways, including the way people are invited to hang out there, take the free tour, and feel comfortable doing so.