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Since the founding of Parker’s Downhill Brewing in 2017, owners Jake Minturn and Doug Hyndman always planned to expand to multiple locations. By then, the craft beer market had matured enough the duo felt they couldn’t rely on the production and distribution model. Instead, they tried to build a welcoming space — and one with a vibe that could be replicated in new places. After years of searching, Minturn and Hyndman finally found their ideal spot. Downhill Brewing’s second location in Greenwood Village opened at 9672 E.…

Having a cup of coffee at work might seem like a simple concept – until you become responsible for everyone’s fix.In a post on the popular subreddit ‘Malicious Compliance,’ platform user SarraSimFan recalled the time when she found herself unexpectedly tasked with operating the office coffee maker despite having no experience with or interest in the drink.After asking one of the seasoned vets for help, however, the employee didn’t receive much, so she decided to follow through with her new responsibility and let people…

In a one-two move in Denver’s southern suburbs, Grist Brew Co. said Wednesday it will close its 12-year-old Highlands Ranch taphouse, at 9150 Commerce Center Circle, at the end of the year, while Littleton’s Living the Dream Brewing will take Grist’s place in January. Living the Dream is also moving into the small bar that Grist had been operating inside the Sterling Center, a building at 8155 Piney River Ave. that serves residents of Littleton’s Sterling Ranch neighborhood. That change will take place on Dec. 29. Grist…

Jack Wallen/ZDNETRecently, I wrote about how the Tiger Siphonysta had become my new favorite siphon coffee maker. If you didn't catch that article, there's an asterisk to be had any time I talk about coffee.I don't drink the stuff. Never have.Also: Roborock's new 2-in-1 vacuum is expensive, but my floors tell me it's worth every pennyMy wife, on the other hand, does and I made it my goal (over a decade ago) that I would make the best cup of coffee she'd ever had. Thanks to siphon coffee makers (especially the Tiger…

“We played for three days straight with no notes on the page and no repeats. There were 12 musicians in the room, just listening and responding. It was intense.” In December 2020, the jazz saxophonist Nubya Garcia took part in a marathon London-based recording session to mark the 50th anniversary of the release of Miles Davis’s album Bitches Brew. Also recorded over three days, in New York in 1969 with a group of 13 musicians, Bitches Brew is a sprawling work of jazz, funk and psychedelic rock. Squealing horns battle with…

At a GlanceExpert's Rating ProsVirtually foolproof brewingGood range of beersHopper does make a difference to the tasteConsSome build quality issuesLimited selection of Hopper beerTakes up a lot of fridge spaceOur VerdictThe Pinter 2 improves on the original in various ways and – with the addition of the Hopper – makes some tasty beer. Build quality issues have been a thorn in Pinter’s side, but the system can work well and couldn’t make brewing any simpler. The Pinter 2 arrived roughly one year after the original…

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Have you ever wondered why the coffee you make at home tastes different from the drinks you buy in cafes? Or why coffee from the same place can taste different throughout the week? You may be quick to blame the barista for changing the recipe, but our recent study, published in Matter, suggests that this variation is down to an inherent inconsistency of common brewing methods. Luckily, we believe…

Coffee – one bean with many possibilities.A big choice is how to brew it: espresso, filter, plunger, percolator, instant, and more.Each method has unique equipment, timing, temperature, pressure, and coffee grind and water needs.Our choices of brewing method can be cultural, social, or practical.But how much do they really impact what's in your cup?Which is the strongest brew?It depends. If we focus on caffeine concentration, on a milligram per milliliter (mg/ml) basis espresso methods are typically the most…

For years, San Diego Comic-Con was a staple on the geek calendar. MIllions trekked to Southern California to learn the latest happenings on movies, television shows, video games, streaming, comics and beyond. Then, the world grinded to a halt, the word “virtual” became part of our lexicon, and SDCC had to pivot. No longer. The convention returns in earnest in July, and Paramount Pictures is proud to be the first panel in the celebrated Hall H, kicking off the weekend with a slew of activities tied to the 2023…

When you walk into Brix Brew and Tap at 813 8th St. in Greeley, you might notice that something looks a little different. While the faces behind the bar are the same and the list of beers on tap hasn’t changed, Brix Brew & Tap will now be known as TightKnit Brewing Co. The brewery announced its rebranding efforts to the community on Sunday via Facebook. Brewery co-owner Tommy Dyer and crew purchased the business four years ago, and while they made some modifications to the original Brix brand, they just didn’t feel…