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Why Beer and Pizza Taste So Good Together (and Always Will)
Some combos are just meant to be: peanut butter and jelly, movies and popcorn… and the undisputed champion of casual cravings—beer and pizza. Whether it’s a cold lager with a cheesy pepperoni slice or a hoppy IPA with a margherita pizza, there’s just something magical about this pairing. But what exactly makes it so deliciously…
Read MoreBest Places to Camp in Maine This Memorial Day Weekend
Maine is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, and Memorial Day weekend marks the perfect time to embrace its natural beauty. Whether you’re drawn to serene lakes, rugged coastlines, or forested trails, Maine offers a diverse array of camping experiences to kick off the summer season. 1. Acadia National Park Acadia National Park is a premier…
Read MoreWhat’s the Most Essential Ingredient in Beer?
Hops get all the glory. Sure, malted grain is a central character. Adjuncts make our tastebuds explode, and beer wouldn’t be beer without yeast. But like a film director behind the camera, a frenzied rock drummer, or a steady placekicker, there is an unheralded MVP of the suds we love: water. Beer, like our bodies…
Read MoreBeaches We Love
Maine is renowned around the world for its coast. What you may not know is that it’s not just rocky cliffs, smashing surf, and tall pine trees. Maine has some fantastic beaches, too, idyllic white sandy beaches that serve as playgrounds for swimming, splashing, sunbathing, and enjoying some deliciously crisp Maine beer. Pack the swim…
Read MoreEarn Those Backpack Beers
Lace up those boots. Pack the trail mix, maps, water, and a couple of summit beers (we recommend Shipyard’s Finder Session). Maine is packed full of incredible hikes; whether it’s along the coast in Acadia National Park, or the 100 Mile Wilderness, or in Baxter State Park and Mount Katahdin, we are not lacking for…
Read MoreBest Places to Get a Lobster Roll In Portland
Through all that gastronomical journeying, we’ve found that there is no pairing quite like a Shipyard Summer Ale and a classic Maine lobster roll. We must’ve enjoyed that combo hundreds of times over the years. As longtime Mainers and lovers of this great state’s food and beer, we thought we’d present a list of where…
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