The Evolution Of Gluten Free Beer When I started writing this blog (about 75 posts ago) I was fairly open-minded about gluten reduced beer options. Two years ago, the gluten free beer market looked very different than it does today. There were way less options on the shelf for us then. The options we did … Read more
Exploring Celiac Disease, Gluten Sensitivity, and Wheat Allergies What is gluten protein? Simply put, gluten is a protein that is found in certain grains, and its presence has been linked to a range of health conditions. In this article, we will explore what gluten is, how it affects the body. The term ‘gluten free’ is … Read more
Brewers Clarex™: The Gluten Enzyme What is it? Brewers Clarex™ is an enzyme which contains a proline-specific endo-protease that prevents the formation of chill haze in beer by hydrolyzing the haze-active proteins in the beverage. It’s also the enzyme used to produce most of the gluten reduced beers you see on the market today. The Science Behind It … Read more
Gluten Free Beer Vs. Gluten Reduced Beer As you peruse the colorful shelves of your local market’s gluten free beer/cider section, you may notice that some bottles bare the fine print label “gluten reduced” or “crafted to remove gluten”. If you are someone who abstains from gluten for serious health reasons, you may want to consider the implications … Read more
Gluten free beer is a complicated topic. I’ve been writing about gluten free beer for nearly 8 years now. Throughout that time, I’ve noticed that certain questions get asked more than others. There is much misinformation in the market, and product labeling is not always ethical or transparent. It’s my hope that this FAQ Guide … Read more
I like beer that doesn’t make me sick. Welcome to our community of gluten free beer lovers! My name is Lindsi, and I have been completely gluten free since 2010. I was 22 years old when I cut out gluten (and pasteurized dairy) and it was absolutely necessary. My story is an unfortunately common one … Read more
I am a proud beer lover, and I am a Celiac. Fortunately–or unfortunately–depending on how you look at it, I enjoyed the wonderful glutenous taste of real beer for many years before I came to understand gluten intolerance. I grew up in Beer Town USA, Bend Oregon (I do believe we officially own that title … Read more
Gluten Free Flour Substitutes and 1-for-1 GF Flour Blends Jump To: Are you looking to up-level your gluten free baking game and seeking safe alternatives to wheat flour? Whether you’re a Celiac, intolerant to gluten, looking for a healthier alternative, or simply want to try something new, there are plenty of gluten-free flour substitutes to … Read more
The Etymology of Gluten If you’re someone who’s fascinated by the concept of gluten and is considering going gluten-free, you might be curious about the origins of the word itself. Where did the word gluten come from? How has the word evolved throughout history? Word-nerds, pull up a seat! In this article, we’ll take a … Read more
2018 Holiday Gift Guide: Beer Lovers Edition Whether we love it or not, the holidays are upon us! I don’t know about you…but I find buying gifts really stressful. How do you know what they will like or want? What kind of gift will they actually use? I don’t like getting gifts that end up … Read more