Toledo, Ohio: Black Frog Brewing... Why that is a Big Deal for Craft Beer! Nestled within a serene subdivision on the outskirts of Toledo, Ohio, lies a quaint garage on a quiet street. Unassuming as it may seem, this is the birthplace of Toledo's latest craft brewery,...
Costa Rica: The Land of Beautiful Scenery, Wonderful People, and Bar El Cruce
By George Horning Ok, so I got back from Costa Rica about 3 weeks ago, and I have been meaning to write about our trip since then. The first week I spent recovering from my vacation hangover and crying in my beer because I wasn't still in Costa Rica. Excuse #1. Then I...
The Craftavore Tales – A Visit to Port City Brewing Company
There are very few places in the U.S. quite like the city of Alexandria, VA. Just a hop, skip and a jump across the Potomac from Washington D.C., Alexandria is a city of many faces. It’s a place that’s constantly changing yet has many neighborhoods that haven’t...
Thirsty in Oregon – Craft Beer Tour
I consider myself a very lucky gal to live in craft beer country. With Sante Adairius Rustic Ales only 30 minutes from my house and so many craft beer bars close by, you would think I would be somewhat satisfied. But no, the life of a beer lover is never complete and...
Funky Buddha Brewery Review
By Brigid Kane-Smith For the longest time Florida was thought to not be able to make a decent beer due to our lack of good water. Now, we have 21 different breweries that have won medals at Great American Beer Fest, 12 of them being gold from 9 different breweries!...
My Craft Beer Week in Review, Part 1
By George Horning Well, Craft Beer Week has come and gone, and I'd have to say it was a pretty good one here in Santa Barbara, CA. The weather was a little crazy. Over 90 degree temperatures most of the week. That is not normal around these parts any time of the year,...
Craft Beer Bars Help Jackie O’s Fight Cancer with Chomolungma Day
May 23rd, 2014 – Craft beer enthusiasts gathered statewide to commemorate a day known as Chomolungma Day. This special day is not only about savoring the flavors of craft beer but also about joining hands in the fight against cancer. Jackie O’s, a popular brewery in...
For the Love of… Craft Beer!
One Man's Craft Beer Journey By John Tisevich I feel since this is my first blog in Arlo’s Craft Beer Guide some introductions are in order. I’m John, a middle aged, but eternally youthful (at least in my eyes) craft beer lover. But it hasn’t always been that way. ...
Daytime Ale – A Great Hop Head Review!
Why hello there! I am Andrew and if someone has not done so already, I would like to welcome you to Arlo’s Craft Beer Guide. At Arlo’s we are concerned with great beer, great breweries, the process of brewing great beers and finally, sharing the experience with all of...
Coors Light Summer Brew – Brew Review Crew
By Brew Review Crew Those who know me personally know that although I love craft beer, and will choose craft beer at a bar if given the option, I am by no means a beer snob. I throw back a Natty quite often – in fact, I have half a case of Natty Ice in my basement as...









