I’ve given up on anything but local brands.
Thankfully, there are so many new micro breweries and local companies around now.
I like beer, but I won’t drink a case in a weekend like some people I know. I don’t mind paying a little more to support the local brewery where I can walk in and meet the owner.
The best experiences in food and beverage come when you find a local artisans using locally sourced ingredients. Oft times, you’ll find both at breweries and distilleries. The food is often worth the stop even if the sun isn’t over the yardarm.