You know the feeling. You've spent real money on a growler of something worth talking about. A double dry-hopped IPA from some 12-tap operation tucked behind a parking lot. A cold brew with the kind of nitrogen-kissed creaminess that makes you question your entire...
How to Pair Craft Beer with Food (Without Overthinking It)
Originally published October 2014 and again October 2018. Updated and expanded because the beer got better and so did the food. There is a version of the craft beer-and-food conversation that involves a lot of Latin vocabulary, a bow tie, and a man who has never eaten...
Christmas Ale Bacon Recipe
The Ultimate Christmas Ale Bacon Recipe: Joy in Every Bite! Ah, the season of joy, where we gather 'round the tree, exchange gifts, and bask in the warmth of our loved ones. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to embrace it than by blending...
Celebrate National Chicken Wing Day 2025: History, Recipes, Festivals
National Chicken Wing Day = Christmas to Me As PFFMaestro, the wing-obsessed founder of Pints, Forks & Friends and host of I Can Do Another 12 - The Global Chicken Wing Show , I’ve eaten my way through thousands of chicken wings across the globe, from Buffalo’s...
Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. and EssentiallySports Announce Media Partnership
June 2025 – Bristol, VA – When a NASCAR legend, a top-tier sports media outlet, a thriving beer culture community, and a honky-tonk icon join forces—you get more than just a media partnership. You get a movement built around beer, storytelling, and fan-first...
Inside Look into Michael Waltrip Brewing’s Bold Partnerships and Game-Day Energy
Bold Partnerships: Clarksville’s Craft Scene Just Shifted Into High Gear Start Your Engines—It’s Game Time Race fans. Beer fans. Sports junkies. If your weekends revolve around horsepower, hometown pride, and ice-cold brews, this one’s for you. Clarksville,...
Tailgate Like a Champion: Your NASCAR Watch Party Starts with Michael Waltrip Brewing
There’s a special kind of magic when race fans gather. The rumble of engines, the smell of burgers on the grill, cold beers in hand, and a shared love of speed and tradition. Whether you're camped out in the infield, firing up the grill at home, or joining the party...
Who is the 2025 Craft Beer Drinker?
The craft beer landscape in 2025 is a vibrant tapestry, intricately woven with threads of diverse backgrounds, evolving tastes, and a shared passion for artisanal brews. Gone are the days of a monolithic craft beer drinker; today's aficionados span a broad spectrum,...
Michael Waltrip Brewing Races into Nashville with Signature Beer Experience on Broadway
Nashville, TN — March 11, 2025 — Two-time Daytona 500 Champion Michael Waltrip and Michael Waltrip Brewing Company (MWBco) are bringing their craft beer lineup to Nashville with an exciting new location in the heart of Broadway. At the center of this expansion is the...
“Where Racing Meets Brewing” – Michael Waltrip Brewing
"Born on the Track, Perfected in the Brew" At Michael Waltrip Brewing, their story isn’t just about hops and barley—it’s about heart. It’s about the relentless drive to chase a dream, the courage to steer into uncharted lanes, and the joy of crossing life’s...










