Dark beers are a mystery to many, as they're not nearly as popular as light beers. However, if you're passing on these beers, you're missing out! This whole category of beers offers a unique blend of aromas and flavors that you won't find with a light beer. Dark beers come in many styles but the most popular two are stouts and porters. They often get mistaken for one another due to a lack of knowledge about dark beers but we're here to clear the air and give them each a spotlight to shine in.

Wine is the best way to show your love this holiday season! Wine gifts expand a range and you will really find something for everyone who loves wine. From simple to extravagant, Beverage Factory has a wide range of wine gifts to delight every wine lover on your gift list! Or maybe you're shopping for "a gift from Santa", we won't tell. We wanted to share our customer favorites with you to make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. These widely loved products will get you praised as the best gift giver for years to come.

As satisfying as it is to pop the cork off of a bottle of wine, it is even more satisfying to taste your homemade wine. From chardonnay to zinfandel, you can easily make your favorite wine! It's hard to believe but not all good wine requires stomping grapes or a long-barrel-aged fermentation period. There are easy-to-use kits that have everything you need to make your own wine! So, if you happen to be feeling a little bored locked in your home or maybe you just want to explore a new hobby, this is the guide for you.

Gifting season is right around the corner and a bottle of wine is a great fool-proof gift for just about anyone in your life! From family members to co-workers, a bottle of wine can be a kind and thoughtful gift if done properly. From selecting the perfect bottle to the small finishing touches, we have you covered for the holidays. Here is your guide for gifting a bottle of wine.

Who says you can't enjoy a crisp and refreshing beer in the wintertime? You don't need to enjoy only hot beverages and as you get to know beer, you will realize it is a flexible beverage that can be enjoyed year-round! Seasonal beer styles are the way to go when transitioning from fall to winter. While the flavors may be a little similar there are some distinct wintery flavors that will carry you into the festive season.

Give thanks to your friends and family by gathering together and indulging in good food and drink! What pairs best with football and a lot of food? Beer! When it comes to beer, it is a versatile beverage that can be enjoyed with virtually any food. Don't think because it's beer that it can't elevate your meal! Beer can be as complex as wine and it can enhance all the flavors in your Thanksgiving meal.

At Beverage Factory, we believe in elevating your beverages from premium dispense equipment to homebrewing, we believe in better beverages! One of our favorite ways to make our beverages better is with infusions. Infusions allow you to really customize your spirits and bring more flavor to your cocktails. For the fall, bourbons and whiskeys are great spirits to infuse with seasonal flavor and spices. Infusions are a great way to customize your spirits to your taste and the are limitless ways to infuse your spirits.

The weather may be getting cooler but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy your cold brew! Cold brew coffee not only has a great smooth taste but it delivers more caffeine and benefits. Learn more about the benefits of cold brew coffee in our article here. As the weather cools down, you can still cozy up to a cup of cold brew, this time, it will be filled with warming flavors to get you through the cold fall and winter days. Get inspired to add a little twist to your cold brew this autumn and winter with these tasty recipes.

Fall festivities have begun and it's time to get creative with serving your guests. A pumpkin tap is the perfect festive beverage dispenser for every autumnal occasion. From Oktoberfest to Halloween, you can always add a festive touch to your autumn get-togethers and celebrations with a do-it-yourself beverage dispenser that can be customized in a variety of ways. Enjoy these seasonal beverages with a fun DIY twist!

What comes to your mind when you think of autumn beverages? Nope, not pumpkin spiced lattes. We're talking about beer! Beer season is here with Octoberfest approaching and we're dreaming about the rich, complex, and autumnal flavors. These beers will kick off the colder weather right and have your tastebuds dancing among the fallen leaves. Whether you're heading out to hunt down these beers or you want to enjoy them in the comfort of your home, we have you covered from selecting your beer to dispensing it.

Kombucha has been all the rage for the past few years and is touted as an essential beverage for a healthier body. You can learn more about kombucha in our detailed guide here and you can learn about the benefits of kombucha in our article here. This fermented tea beverage works its magic best when drank daily but only if you get the right kind of kombucha. With so many brands claiming to be the greatest, how do you sort through the good and the bad? We have some tips to guide you through how to choose the best kombucha.

Elevate your get-togethers with friends and family by hosting a wine tasting night! Wine tasting is a fun and different way to entertain. Not only does it give you a fun topic to discuss but you can really build an elegant evening out of it. You can really bring the winery experience to your own home when you set up a wine tasting party. The benefit is you don't even have to leave your own home!

As a beginning homebrewer, cutting equipment costs can be extremely helpful. Perhaps, you're trying to brew on a budget and we totally understand that. So, which pieces of equipment are and aren't essential. Well, we're here to give you some answers to help you make the right decisions. With over two decades of experience providing homebrewing supplies, we definitely know a thing or two about how to properly homebrew.

With colder weather approaching and the trees starting to shed their leaves, it's time to enjoy the warmest and coziest of wines, mulled wine, also known as, spiced wine. This seasonal beverage turns wine into comfort and takes barely any effort to make. It is a great way to share something delicious and festive with your friends and family. Kick off the autumn and winter seasons properly with the perfect glass of mulled wine.

We hear the term "craft beer" thrown around quite often but what is that exactly? Which beers can be considered craft and are they better than other beers? After over two decades of providing beverage equipment and supplies for the food & beverage industry, we have answers to all your burning questions. Craft beer is one of our many passions and we think you'll share this passion with us after reading this article.