The annual Spring tasting was held again at the Keg ‘n Cork in downtown Bemidji. As usual, there were over 25 beers to taste, > 80 people in attendance, live music and heaps of palate-cleansing bread. This annual event has become a Bemidji staple, and some very interesting beer shows up. There were more maple and smoked beers available for tasting this year.
Research shows that moderate beer consumption can help prevent heart disease and strokes, provide important vitamins and minerals, is low in fat and helps increase good cholesterol (HDL).