Dave, Desiree, Beer & Wine

Random thoughts from the world's cutest beer couple

What are those packets anyway?

| January 30, 2010

Wine kits are a very popular way to make wine.  I love them. Why? Well, wine kits have everything you need to make six gallons of wine.  All the ingredients, finings and stabilizers are included.  Hey, they even include the instructions at no extra charge. Another reason I love making wines from kits is because [...]

Ladies, time for a beer that warms the toes!

| January 29, 2010

It’s cold outside so this week I’m want everyone to try a winter warmer! Winter warmers and holiday beers are a popular seasonal style available during the winter months.  Traditionally winter warmer beers are higher in alcohol content and richness to celebrate the season with friends and family. Belgian and American interpretations can be be [...]

Let’s get fruity!

| January 21, 2010

Last week I challenged the ladies to try different beers. I encouraged everyone to go out and buy a variety of wheat beers.  I’ve heard from several who took up the challenge.  I was thrilled at the feedback. This week I’m going to ask the ladies, and gents for that matter, to try fruit beers.  [...]

I challenge the Ladies to drink a beer.

| January 12, 2010

Ok Ladies, This is the year.  This is the year that we expand our horizons and experiences in the world of beer.  Beer is more than Michelob Ultra and Coors Light.  The world that is out there is amazing.  As I’ve stated before, there are over 98 beer styles out there and this year I’m [...]

A new beer in Oklahoma that is far from new.

| January 11, 2010

I would like to recommend a new beer that is in Oklahoma that is far from a new brewery.  Lionshead Brewery was built in 1905 and the Stegmaier brand was purchased in 1974 and now their beers are available here in Oklahoma. I first tried their beers at a “Beer for Chicks” meeting and had [...]