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Talking Craft Beer With the Prop Master From HBO’s ‘Silicon Valley’

An eye on the future, through the lens of satire.

Written by J. Travis Smith

Image by HBO

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Hop Daily

Letter from the Editor: The Importance of Names

Does a beer by any other name truly taste as sweet?

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Beer

The 13 Best Beers for Springtime

Some to buy, some to trade for, some to lust over.

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Gear

The Best Bottle Openers for Any Budget

At home, on your bike, and in your pocket.

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Beer

Los Angeles Is Getting a $150 Million Brewery

Thanks to the largest business conglomerate in the Philippines.

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People

A Pint with Shawn Huff, Founder of GrowlerWerks

The founder of Portland's most innovative growler company talks beer, books, and inspiration.

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Gear

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Travel

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