Brian's Belly

Brewsees: Fashionable Eyewear That Opens Your Beer

David Lauterbach — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:51:22 +0000

You've heard of beer goggles, right? How about goggles that open your beer? A company with a forward-drinking attitude has created Brewsees, a stylish pair of sunglasses with a built in bottle opener.

Pong Beer is the Beer for Beer Pong

David Lauterbach — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:02:57 +0000

Some crafty entrepreneurs are taking beer pong seriously. Pong Beer Lite was created to be the go-to beer for beer pong players & drinkers everywhere.

If You Don’t Like Budweiser Select 55, You Won’t Like Select 35. Or Select 32.

David Lauterbach — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:36:05 +0000

In its pursuit of pure banality, Anheuser-Busch InBev hit a new low today as it decides that 55 calories is too many to have in a "beer" and presents "Little Lights," which is Select 55 in lower-calorie portions.

Crazy Headline I Read: Alcohol Doubles Lifespan

David Lauterbach — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:16:57 +0000

I love posting about articles I find that boast the benefits of alcohol. Examples include how alcohol can help with Alzheimer's disease, how drinking is good for your bones, and how women who drink are thinner than their teetotaling counterparts. So imagine how happy I was to discover the news that "Alcohol Doubles Lifespan, Helps Resist Stress."

Sam Adams Asks The Facebook Crowd to Build It’s Next Beer

David Lauterbach — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:59:31 +0000

Samuel Adams is going social. Boston Beer is giving Facebook members (I think that's 99% of you now--hi Grandma!) a say in the brewing process by crowd-sourcing a beer. Using the "Crowd Craft Project" app, Facebook fans can determine the color, clarity, body and character of the malt, hops and yeast for the collaborative beer.

Budweiser Pushed Aside for Coors Light in Top Beer Sales

David Lauterbach — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:12:08 +0000

After nearly 20 years of producing America's two best-selling beers, Anheuser-Busch InBev will have to cede second place as Budweiser is pushed aside by Coors Light.

Cast Iron Grates for your Kettle Grill

David Lauterbach — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:00:25 +0000

Pimp your Weber grill with a Cast Iron Grate. This long-lasting replacement for your standard steel or aluminum grate heats up faster, gives off more even heat and can withstand higher heat. And don't forget the perfect grill marks.

Steak Station 4-Probe Steak Thermometer

David Lauterbach — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 03:37:25 +0000

Are you bad at getting your steak the right doneness for you and your guests? Doing 10 things at once with a beer in your hand while you're cooking? The Charcoal Companion Steak Station 4-Probe Steak Thermometer may help sort out the confusion.

World’s Largest Gummy Worm

David Lauterbach — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:54:01 +0000

Behold this monstrosity of sugar and gelatin that will make everyone's eyes pop in amazement. It's the World's Largest Gummy Worm!

5 Free iOS Apps for Your Thanksgiving Festivities

David Lauterbach — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:24:38 +0000

Little recipe index cards and a printout of your favorite Deep Fried Turkey Guide are only part of a successful analog holiday. Here are 5 free Thanksgiving-based apps for your iPhone or iPad to download (or avoid).

Old Man Drinks is Full of Barstool Wisdom (and Drinks)

David Lauterbach — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 18:14:48 +0000

Lose those girly cocktails and start drinking like a man--a real old man!" begins the back-flap introduction to Old Man Drinks, a great little book full of recipes, advice and barstool wisdom.

Sam Adams Holiday Brews 2011

David Lauterbach — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 15:28:39 +0000

Boston Beer is set to roll out four limited-edition brews this holiday season that include flavors such as fruits, chocolates and chilies, oh my. In addition, the brewer has 2011 editions of Infinium and Utopias, as well as a new beer in their Winter Classics Sampler pack.