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About Fritz and Maria

Fritz and Maria have been living, drinking and brewing together for over 20 years. As beer commentators and educators they strive to create a beerocracy where people exercise their palates by voting for quality in the marketplace. Their interests include the personalities, business, and culture of craft beer worldwide. As distillers for Rough Hands, they loved being at the place where magic meets science. Fritz and Maria can be found speaking at beery events, holding guided tastings, judging competitions.

Beer vs Winter

Posted on 25 June, 2015 by Fritz and MariaJune 25, 2015

“Is there a reason to go to Hobart Tasmania in June?” we asked. We were planning our trip to Melbourne when we had the good fortune to meet a hop salesman from Hobart. He startled us by blurting out, “Dark … Continue reading →

Don’t Miss These New Releases

Posted on 29 May, 2015 by Fritz and MariaMay 29, 2015

A stream of new beers are flowing onto the market right now. Many are small run limited releases, so don’t miss out! Emerson’s Tribulation – Limited Release Emerson’s will be releasing just 100 cases of Tribulation – a pinot noir … Continue reading →

NZ Did Alright at AIBA

Posted on 22 May, 2015 by Fritz and MariaMay 22, 2015

Official results have been released, and NZ is bringing home 6 of the 28 Champion and Major trophies awarded at the Austrialian International Beer Awards, the biggest annual beer competition in the world. Not bad, since several categories are specifically … Continue reading →

June Craft Beer & Curry Nights at The MK

Posted on 21 May, 2015 by Fritz and MariaMay 21, 2015

The Monaco Kitchen is trying out a new way to promote local craft beers. Join a brewer each Wednesday night in June for curry with a beer tasting.

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Winter Warmer Beer Events 2015

Posted on 18 May, 2015 by Fritz and MariaMay 18, 2015

Here are some upcoming Nelson and New Zealand options that will give you plenty of festiveness for your beer buck.