Understanding Diverse Beer Preferences: A Friendly Reminder

As we continue our journey in the beer community, it’s vital to address a recurring theme that’s been making waves: the perplexity surrounding differing beer tastes. Let’s simplify this message: People have varied preferences, and that’s perfectly fine.

If you find yourself tasting IPAs and imagining a mix of pine and grapefruit, that’s your perspective—and if you don’t enjoy it, there’s no pressure to indulge. Perhaps you perceive rauchbiers as reminiscent of an ashtray? No problem; just skip that style. If lambics remind you of sour warheads soaked in vinegar, you’re entitled to that opinion. Not a fan of helles lagers because they feel bland or insipid? It’s okay to bypass them.

And if pastry stouts, evoking images of hefty connoisseurs with child-like taste buds, aren’t your cup of tea, feel free to leave them on the shelf. Do kettled sours taste like an overly sweetened punch to you? That’s valid; choose what you enjoy instead.

For those who believe that Northeast IPAs aren’t “real” just because of their lower bitterness levels, that’s your take—but it’s not a universal truth.

Remember, expressing your confusion or dissatisfaction over others’ beer choices won’t change their enjoyment, and it certainly won’t enhance your own. Instead, focus on exploring the styles that resonate with your palate.

And just a light-hearted note at the end: Glitter beer is an entirely different conversation!

So, let’s raise our glasses to diversity in beer preferences. Drink what you love and respect the choices of others in this ever-evolving craft community!