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We love beer, and we make it easy to enjoy it more.

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BEER Insiders is your friendly guide to better pours, smarter picks, and more fun moments with friends.

We share clear, honest articles that help you discover styles you will love, understand how beer is made, and feel confident ordering or shopping.

No snobbery, just good taste, great stories, and a community built around simple enjoyment.

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  • Clear and honest articles, no jargon.
  • Smarter picks when you order or shop.
  • No snobbery, just good taste and good times.

What you will find here

Five ways to enjoy beer a little more, every week.

5 sections
01

Beer Types

Simple guides to beer styles, from crisp lagers to rich stouts.

Browse styles
02

Brewing Process

Behind the scenes learning, from grain to glass and everything in between.

See how it's made
03

Beer History

Stories that shaped today's pints, from ancient brews to modern craft.

Read the stories
04

Food Pairings

Easy meal matches that turn an everyday dinner into a small celebration.

Find a match
05

Events & Festivals

Plan your next outing with curated events, festivals, and tap takeovers.

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🏆 Comparison

Comparison of the 11 best kegerators & Dispensers (2026)

11
Products tested
8.1/10
Best rating
See comparison
šŸ† Best choice
Phillips Machine Home Beer Cooler and Dispenser System HD 3720/25 and Camden Hells Keg Camden + PD Philips Machine
šŸ’° Best price
Black Philips Machine Home Beer Cooler & Dispenser System HD HD3761/60 and San Miguel Especial Keg San Miguel + PD Black Phillips Machine
šŸ”„ Most popular
Baridi 5L Beer Draught Dispenser Tap Machine with Integrated Cooling for 5L Kegs - DH49

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Father's Day Gifts for the Beer Lover Who Has Everything
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Kegerator Line Cleaning: The 20-Minute Routine That Saves Your Beer
Kegerator Line Cleaning: The 20-Minute Routine That Saves Your Beer
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All-Grain Brewing at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your First Mash Day
All-Grain Brewing at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your First Mash Day
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The Great Re-Balancing: Why Craft Beer Is Betting on Drinkability Over Hype
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25 May 2026 Ā· Beer Culture in the US

Our latest product reviews

Independent and detailed analyses by our team

Beer Making Kits, Home Brew Starter Kit, 50L XXL Make Your Own Beer Brew Kit, Stainless Steel Beer Brewing Kits for Beginners, Auto-Mode, 3000W Complete IPA, Ale Lager Beer Brewing Equipment 50L Copper 4.0
Homebrew Starter Kits
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Klarstein 50L Beer Making Kit Review: a big, simple allā€‘inā€‘one brewery for budget allā€‘grain brewers
  • All-in-one system that handles mash, sparge and boil in a single 50L stainless vessel
  • 3000W element and recirculation pump provide stable mash temps and a strong boil
  • Easy enough to clean thanks to removable grain basket, strainer and pipes
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Mundschenk Mash Tun - Mash Kettle Beer Brewing Set, Home Brewing, LCD Display, Touch Panel, Easy Emptying via Secure Drain Tap, Stainless Steel, 30 L 30 L Silver 4.0
Infusion Tools
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Klarstein Mundschenk Mash Tun Review: a straightforward allā€‘inā€‘one kettle for getting into allā€‘grain brewing
  • Allā€‘inā€‘one mash, sparge and boil in a single 30 L stainless unit
  • Stable temperature control and enough power for a proper rolling boil
  • Builtā€‘in pump and grain basket make recirculation and lautering simpler
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Coopers DIY Beer Home Brewing 6 Gallon Craft Beer Making Kit 6 galloni 4.0
Homebrew Starter Kits
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Coopers DIY Beer Home Brewing 6 Gallon Kit Review: Cheap, Easy Beer for Lazy Brewers
  • Very beginner-friendly: clear process, built-in tap, and bottling wand make brewing and bottling sim...
  • Brews a full 6 gallons per batch, keeping cost per beer low compared to store-bought
  • Plastic fermenter and PET bottles are lightweight, shatterproof, and easy to handle and clean
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GasOne 16 Gallon Stainless Steel Home Brew Kettle Pot Pre Drilled 4 PC Set 64 Quart Tri Ply Bottom for Beer Brewing Includes Stainless Steel Lid Ball Valve, Thermometer, Spigot - Home Brewing Supplies 64 QT/16 GALLON 4.0
Starter Equipment Kits
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GasOne 16 Gallon Brew Kettle Review: big stainless pot that does the job without wrecking your budget
  • Large 16-gallon capacity with embossed gallon markings inside
  • Tri-ply bottom heats evenly and hasnā€™t warped on a propane burner
  • Comes pre-drilled with stainless valve and thermometer, standard 1/2" NPT threads
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Our latest product comparisons

Top products selected and ranked by our experts

Comparison

Top 3 best collectible & Custom Glasses (2026)

#1

Carlsberg Special Edition Pint Glass

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+ Comfortable tulip shape that feels like a standard pub pint glass
+ Logo print is sharp and so far has handled dishwasher use without fading
#2
Personalised Limited Edition Birthday 20oz Pint Glass Beer Mug Tankard Stein Gift for Boys Him 18th 21st 30th 40th 50th 60th 70th - Dishwasher Safe (Print with Handle on Right, Silk Lined Gift Box) Print With Handle on Right Silk Lined Gift Box

Personalised 20oz Beer Glass Mug - Limited Edition, Dishwasher Safe (Right Handle, Silk-Lined Box)

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#3
2026 Highland Cow Commemorative Glass, Premium Glass Cup with Embossed Highland Landscape Design, for Beer, Souvenir Gift, Limited Edition Collector Gift (#All)

2026 Highland Cow Embossed Glass Beer Cup

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Comparison

Top 4: best limited Editions (2026)

#1

Carlsberg Special Edition Pint Glass

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+ Comfortable tulip shape that feels like a standard pub pint glass
+ Logo print is sharp and so far has handled dishwasher use without fading
#2
Roxley - Cruzcampo Pint Beer Lager Glass Glasses X2 - Lager Beer 56Cl Size Glass Man Cave - Made in UK

RoxleyLtd

Roxley Cruzcampo 56cl Lager Pint Glasses (Set of 2) - Made in UK

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#3
Personalised Limited Edition Birthday 20oz Pint Glass Beer Mug Tankard Stein Gift for Boys Him 18th 21st 30th 40th 50th 60th 70th - Dishwasher Safe (Print with Handle on Right, Silk Lined Gift Box) Print With Handle on Right Silk Lined Gift Box

Personalised 20oz Beer Glass Mug - Limited Edition, Dishwasher Safe (Right Handle, Silk-Lined Box)

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Comparison

5 best posters & Art Prints: our comparison (2026)

#1
TISHIRON Wall Art Beer Barrels Foam Pictures for Living Room Vintage Paintings HD Prints Contemporary Artwork on Canvas Home Decor Still Life Drinkware Framed Gallery-Wrapped Ready to Hang 18x12 in 18x12 in Artwork-19

TISHIRON Beer Barrels Canvas Wall Art 18x12 in

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+ Ready to hang out of the box with hardware included
+ Print quality and colors are decent for the price and theme
#2
6Pcs Metal Tin Sign Vintage Wall Plaque Poster, Pin Up Girls Retro Wall Art Picture Decor for Beer Club Bar Pub Cafe Bathroom Home Decoration, 20cmx30cm

6-Piece Vintage Metal Tin Signs - Pin-Up Retro Wall Art (20Ɨ30 cm)

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#3
Set of 6 Vintage Metal Signs (20 x 30 cm) Tin Signs - Retro Wall Decoration for Garage, Workshop, Bar - Classic Automotive Wall Art color 1

Set of 6 Vintage Tin Signs (20 x 30 cm)

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Comparison

Guide: the 13 best gift Sets (2026)

#1
Jiddler's Tipple Craft Beer & Snacks Gift Hamper for Men - The Ultimate Birthday Present - The Best Dad Gifts & Husband Gift Basket - 14 Pack Gift Hamper Basket 14 Pack - Gold Gift Set

Jiddlers Tipple

Jiddler's Tipple 14-Pack Craft Beer & Snacks Gift Hamper (Gold)

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+ Good mix of lowerā€‘ABV craft beers that still taste like proper pints
+ Giftā€‘ready packaging with a quality pint glass and tasting guide
#2
Five Bottle Guinness Selection Hamper - Luxury Stout Gift Box with Five Draught Bottles in Wooden Crate with Sliding Lid - Guinness Gift Set for Him, from Regency Hampers

Regency Hampers

Guinness Five-Bottle Stout Gift Crate

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#3
World Craft Beer Happy Birthday Beer Gift Box - Birthday Gifts for Men, Mens Birthday Gifts, Beer Gifts for Men, Gift for Men, Alcohol Gift Set

World Craft Beer Birthday Gift Box

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Spotlight

21st Amendment Is Back: How a Small Philly Brewer Saved a Craft Beer Legend
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21st Amendment Is Back: How a Small Philly Brewer Saved a Craft Beer Legend

20 May 2026

Czech Dark Lager: The Rich, Roasty Style That's About to Be Everywhere
Lagers
Czech Dark Lager: The Rich, Roasty Style That's About to Be Everywhere
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Kegerator vs PerfectDraft: Which Home Draft System Actually Fits Your Life?
Bottling
Kegerator vs PerfectDraft: Which Home Draft System Actually Fits Your Life?
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Rastal Beer Flight with Wooden Serving Paddle Gift Set Review: a neat tasting board for casual home beer sessions
Tasting Tips
Rastal Beer Flight with Wooden Serving Paddle Gift Set Review: a neat tasting board for casual home beer sessions
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Infusion Buds 3-in-1 Magic Butter Machine Review: a compact allā€‘inā€‘one infuser that mostly gets the job done
Brewing Methods
Infusion Buds 3-in-1 Magic Butter Machine Review: a compact allā€‘inā€‘one infuser that mostly gets the job done
19 May 2026 Ā· Bertrand Rochefort
The Story of Lager: How a Cold Cave Yeast Conquered the World
Evolution Through Ages
The Story of Lager: How a Cold Cave Yeast Conquered the World
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Kegerator Buying Guide: How to Choose Without Drowning in Spec Sheets
Bottling
Kegerator Buying Guide: How to Choose Without Drowning in Spec Sheets
13 May 2026
Brewing With Kveik Yeast: The Norwegian Cheat Code That Is Conquering Home Brewing
Fermentation
Brewing With Kveik Yeast: The Norwegian Cheat Code That Is Conquering Home Brewing
12 May 2026
Why Drinking Local This Week Matters More Than Ever (And It Is Not About Hipster Cred)
Beer Culture in the US
Why Drinking Local This Week Matters More Than Ever (And It Is Not About Hipster Cred)
11 May 2026
BBQ Beer Pairings: A Cheat Sheet for Burgers, Brisket and Veggie Skewers
Beer and Meats
BBQ Beer Pairings: A Cheat Sheet for Burgers, Brisket and Veggie Skewers
06 May 2026 Ā· Marcel Dupont
Beer Flights at Home: How to Set Up a Tasting That Actually Teaches You Something
Tasting Tips
Beer Flights at Home: How to Set Up a Tasting That Actually Teaches You Something
07 May 2026 Ā· Bertrand Rochefort
PerfectDraft Pro vs Original PerfectDraft: Is the Upgrade Actually Worth It?
Bottling
PerfectDraft Pro vs Original PerfectDraft: Is the Upgrade Actually Worth It?
05 May 2026 Ā· Florian De Oliveira Gomes
American Craft Beer Week 2026 Is Coming: Here Is How to Make It Count
Craft Beer Festivals
American Craft Beer Week 2026 Is Coming: Here Is How to Make It Count
05 May 2026 Ā· Augustin Lebrun
Half of Americans Are Drinking Less in 2026: The Non-Alc Craft Beers Worth Your Bar Tab
Specialty & Seasonal Beers
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30 Apr 2026 Ā· Sabine Lefebvre
Why Lager Is Eating IPA's Lunch in 2026 (And What to Order Next Time)
Lagers
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28 Apr 2026 Ā· Marcel Dupont
Top 3 best collectible & Custom Glasses (2026)
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How Beer Is Brewed Step by Step: The Whole Process in Twelve Minutes
Brewing Methods
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