Don't Get Frothed With The Beer Price Hike: Brew Your Own Beer At Home!
Posted: Friday, September 25, 2009
by Tracey Watson
According to CNNMoney.com, brewers say rising commodity costs and lower volumes are forcing them to raise its price tags. Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's largest brewer and maker of Budweiser, announced plans to raise prices. MillerCoors - the maker of popular beers Miller Lite, Coors Lite and Blue Moon -- is also raising prices. Retail prices for beer at supermarkets and other stores were up 3% in May from a year earlier, the biggest increase in 2 years, according to the latest data from the Labor Department. That's higher than the inflation rate for the overall economy. What is a beer drinker to do?
As an added benefit, once you have bought the basic equipment, you save a lot of money. You can brew up six gallons, yes, gallons, of your favorite ale for about $25 AND have a lot of fun doing it!
By the way, did I mention how much better a homebrew tastes when compared to the beers you can buy? Once you try the homebrew, you will never go back to the commercial varieties again. But hey, there is nothing wrong with being spoiled. It is easy and fun, and after all, you ARE saving money.
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Top-level comments on this article: (4 total)Thanks for sharing. Can you make light beer at home?Hi Jay! To be totally honest with you, I don't know. I have never tried, and my feelings are drink well when you drink and skip it the rest of the time! I love the darker, heartier beer. But, I do know that it is probably possible. I wish I could answer your question better.... I just haven't gone that direction. I will have to do some research. Thanks for commenting, and have a great weekend. Cheers!Ah... Tracey, by the looks of your waistline, you don't drink often!Well, thanks for noticing, but I eat well, exercise a lot, and take care of myself. But, I do enjoy beer, wine, etc. when I feel like it. All in moderation! And, back at you buddy, you look great! Tracey : )
Never knew beer making could be so easy! If I drank more, I would definitely have to try it!
Hi Andrea! It used to be so much more difficult. But with the advent of ready made products and kits, it can be a real mix and brew hobby. And it is still really tasty! Thanks for commenting.... have a great week! Tracey : )
I am not a drinker because I can't hamdle the moderation part. I did once know someone who brewed and it was better.Love, hugs and blessings,MichelleHi Michelle! Yes, moderation is absolutely key. And you are wise to stay completely away if you can't do that. I applaud you! You are a strong and smart woman.. Have a great day. Tracey : )
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