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Beer Review: Ghost Town/Tenma Shatterlight Italian Style Pilsner

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Mar 26, 2026 | Beer Primer

Ghost Town Brewing x Tenma Beer Project | Shatterlight Italian Style Pilsner Ghost Town steps away from their signature “futile misery” and aggressive hop profiles for a moment to collaborate with the upbeat crew at Oakland’s Tenma Beer Project. The...

Stoked for Flavor: A Deep Dive into Stoked Hazy Pale Ale

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Nov 5, 2025 | Beer Primer

Stoked for Flavor: A Deep Dive into Stoked Hazy Pale Ale Introducing Stoked Hazy Pale Ale, a masterful brew from HenHouse Brewing Company, based in Petaluma, California. With a distinctly hazy appearance resulting from suspended proteins and yeast, this pale ale...

How do Mexican Beers fit into the Traditional Beer Framework?

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Nov 1, 2025 | Beer Primer

How do Mexican Beers fit into the Traditional Beer Framework? Mexican beers actually fit perfectly within the existing framework—they’re not a separate category, but rather a regional variation within the Lager family. Let me explain how they align and what...

A Guide to Beer Styles: Fermentation & Origin

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Oct 28, 2025 | Beer Primer

A Guide to Beer Styles: Fermentation & Origin Beer, one of humanity’s oldest beverages, has evolved into a rich tapestry of styles across centuries and continents. While thousands of individual beer varieties exist today, they can be understood through a...

Cans vs. Bottles

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Sep 23, 2025 | Beer Primer

Cans vs. Bottles: Why “Fresher” Depends on the Beer, Not the Package Walk into any craft beer shop and you’ll hear it: “Cans keep beer fresher than bottles.” It’s a mantra that has become gospel among beer enthusiasts. After all, cans block light, they feel modern,...

Freshness vs. Aging: Why Some Beers Deserve Patience

by Craft Beer @ SF Tequila Shop | Sep 19, 2025 | Beer Primer

Freshness vs. Aging: Why Some Beers Deserve Patience The Thrill of the New Few things light up a craft beer fan’s eyes like a “just dropped” release. Social feeds buzz, lines form outside breweries, and the chase begins. The cultural mantra is clear: fresh is best....