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Polar Park craft beer lineup in 2025

Watching a Worcester Red Sox game at Polar Park is about more than just the action on the field. It’s a chance to sip some of New England’s best craft beers. From crisp lagers to hoppy IPAs, the park offers a lineup of local brews that pair perfectly with the laid-back vibe of minor league…

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Craft beer you’ll find at New England Patriots home games

If you’re at Gillette Stadium this season, chances are you’ll notice the increased selection of local craft beers available. No longer will you have to settle for over-priced macro offerings. Sharing cooler space with the usual AB InBev brands, lucky Pats fans can find a wide variety of local craft beer cans. Craft beer options…

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Moby Sips: Moby Dick Marathon and Local Beer Pairings

One of the most uniquely New Bedford events, the Moby-Dick Marathon, returns January 3-5, 2025. Since 25 hours of reading can be thirsty work, pack these locally available craft beers on your hunt for the elusive white whale. For those not familiar, the New Bedford Whaling Museum has hosted the Moby-Dick Marathon since 1997. During…

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5 ways to support bars and breweries this Dry January

Each year, more and more people are trying Dry January, the month-long sober period cutting back on alcohol consumption. I applaud all who cut back and always support the idea of mindful consumption. However, the timing of these “resets” isn’t particularly friendly to the food and beverage industry we all know and love. January and…

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Crafting Thanksgiving harmony: Beer pairings for a flavorful feast

As Thanksgiving approaches, the anticipation of a bountiful feast and seasonal brews takes center stage. Whether you’re hosting or packing a cooler to take on the road, the key to a successful beer pairing lies in embracing the variety of flavors on the table as much as the personalities sitting around it. Below are some…

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The uncanny rise of 19.2-ounce craft beer cans

Big cans filled with big beers are taking over cooler space everywhere from concerts and sporting events to your local grocery or convenience store. The popularity of 19.2-ounce cans is only growing nationally, and it just makes a lot of sense. Here in southern New England, you’ll find a mix of 19.2-ounce cans, also called…

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What are you waiting for? Drink it now!

If you’re anything like me, you’ve got (more than) a couple bottles of big stouts, funky sours, or even a nice barleywine lying around that you’ve convinced yourself you’re saving for a special occasion. Well, I’m here to suggest you open that sucker up and fill your glass this weekend. Don’t just take my word…

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SouthCoast Sixer: Stout Season

As we settle into the back half of another stout season, there are lots of new releases and customer favorites to get your hands on before the mild weather returns. Check out these six SouthCoast stouts that are available right now! Moby Dick Brewing Co. Silmo Coffee Milk Stout Moby Dick Brewing Co. has teamed…

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