West Virginia Craft Beer Appreciation Society

This is the place to come if you want to know the difference between a lager and an ale, or if you are wondering what beer would go great with that grilled salmon that you are cooking for dinner.

Like the rest of our site, this will be a constant work in progress, and we will add more information as time allows.

Beer Styles

Learn about the dozens of Beer styles and sub-styles. From Russian Imperal Stout to Light American Lager, each style has its own unique qualities and you can learn about them here. Includes links to the 2008 BJCP Style Guidelines.
Food and Beer

Articles related to Food, and of course, Beer. Pairing tips, recipes, details on holding a tasting, and more will eventually find their way here.
General Beer Education

All the stuff that does not belong in any other Beer Education category.
Making Beer

Learn about the Art and Science of Hombrewing. From the basic ingredients to advance techniques, if it has to do with making beer, you will find it here.
Tasting Beer
Everybody knows how to drink Beer, but few know how to really taste it. This area is where you will find information about the culture, chemistry, and creativity that make Craft Beers so wonderfull. Heighten your enjoyment of every glass with an understanding of the finer points of serving and tasting Beer.