Probably the beer blogger's most mentioned article of the week but this Wired article is a great review of the current state of the industry. It's also a great look at the 21st Amendment. Jeese Houck was a great host when we toured last year, I hope to visit again this year. Shaun's comment that the Watermelon Wheat "has virtually no hops in it" rings true with the prediction that adaption was the key to future success for brewers.

If you look at Jay's experiences at Boonville beer festival the Redwood tips beer made quite an impression on him.

Other brewers such as Sam Adams is using lemon zest and grains of paradise in their Summer Ale is another approach to brewing.

Hops may be scarce but brewers will find other ways to get a fine brew made. The fun is just beginning.