Like most craft beer enthusiasts, I’ve been enjoying unique brews for almost two decades. My first drink was not an American Light or other domestic; it was a Raspberry Wheat (shoutout to Mountain Town Brewing Company out of Mount Pleasant, MI). Ever since, I’ve been hooked, trying out every style I can get my mouth around.
I’ve been blessed to live and work in Michigan, the “mecca” of craft beer, as a brewer in Minneapolis recently described it to me. In my time as a God-fearing, beer-drinking adult, my wife and I have explored much of our fair state and enjoyed many of the over 400 breweries here. She loves beer too, and we love to share our adventures with all of you on Instagram.
For us, drinking beer is more than just something to do; it’s a hobby! Whether enjoying a tall one on our back deck or kayaking around Traverse City to hit different breweries with our friends, beer is part of our lives. Honestly, isn’t that the way it is for most people?
Writing & News
In 2022, the podcast and website Better On Draft asked for beer reviewers. After finding some like-minded folks, I decided to try writing articles about this magical liquid we all love so much. Much to my (lack of) surprise, I enjoyed it immensely!
Writing and getting to know the beer industry has been a ton of fun, and I look forward to telling the story of more beer, beer events, and breweries in the future. Here are a few of the articles I’ve done for other places. Currently, I am writing for PorchDrinking.com.
PorchDrinking.com Articles
- The Complete Michigan Beer Festival Guide
- Ruckinator Doppelbock | Tri City Brewing Company
- A Year In Michigan Beer | 52 Brews For All Seasons
- Brewery Showcase | Frankenmuth Brewery
- Hashtags To Hops | The Hawk Tuah Beer Sensation
Want To Reach Out?
If you have questions about anything or inquiries about having your beer, brewery, or company featured, please feel free to contact me at:
drinkingwithzachATgmailDOTcom
Latest Posts
- Michigan Beer Festival Guide (PorchDrinking.com)
The Mitten State isn’t just one of the most beautiful places in the United States; it’s also one of the “meccas” of the craft beer community. During Prohibition and the - Mad Cap Bohemian Pilsner | Tenacity Brewing
Flint, Michigan may have a poor reputation to some, but it offers a lot for visitors and locals to enjoy. Although it’s best known for its 2014 water crisis back, - Ruckinator Doppelbock Review (PorchDrinking)
The Michigan Tri-Cities have some killer breweries in Midland, Bay City and Saginaw. Today, we’ll look at one of the oldest and most established in the area, Tri City Brewing - A Year In Michigan Beer (PorchDrinking.com)
Michigan is known as the “Great Beer State” for good reason. With over 400 breweries spread through two peninsulae, there’s no shortage of Michigan beer to try. You could spend