By Shane Goodman shane@dmcityview.com

Let’s celebrate beer

Please forgive the Homer Simpson reference in the headline on the cover. We couldn’t resist. But even Homer knows a good thing when he sees it. And this is good.

We here at Cityview aren’t much into the wine thing. Or the fufu drinks. Or the fancy martinis. We like beer, and we know you do, too. So let’s get together and celebrate what we like. We thought Brewfest sounded like a great idea last year when we were looking for a reason to celebrate our paper’s 15th anniversary. We think it sounds even better now.

My father taught me long ago that if you want to do things right, you need to learn from the experts. And there are few people in Des Moines who know more about beer than our friend Jeff Bruning at Full Court Press. Jeff, along with Mindy Toyne, helped us turn Brewfest into a real attraction for the city.

At the inaugural Brewfest last year, I expected a fraternity house atmosphere. I was clearly wrong and was pleased to find myself surrounded by beer connoisseurs of all ages and backgrounds. This week’s cover story is a tribute to the production of beer and home brewers across the metro. It is an informative read that will give you an even deeper appreciation for the science of brewing and what makes a beer taste so good.

A close friend of mine defines golf as a good reason to drink beer outdoors. The same can be said for Brewfest. So show some respect for America’s favorite beverage and join us in a full fledge salute this Saturday in downtown Des Moines. Look inside for all the details.

Thanks for reading.

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