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Moody Tongue 12 Layer German Chocolate Cake
Layer Up: Moody Tongue’s 12 Layer German Chocolate Cake ›
On January 27, 2019  ·  in Behind the Beer, Moody Tongue, Video

There are cakes, and then there are CAKES. The 12 Layer German Chocolate Cake at Moody Tongue is the latter. Made with layers of dark chocolate cake, German chocolate filling, raw espresso cheesecake, and chocolate buttercream, this eye-popping dessert is made for sharing. So to commemorate National Chocolate Cake Day (yes, that’s a real thing), we spent a day with Pastry Chef, Shannon Morrison, to see what goes into making one of her delectable treats. Watch the video below and make your plans to visit the Tasting Room soon.

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6 Stocking Stuffer Beers from Lakeshore Beverage ›
On December 18, 2018  ·  in Holidays, Video

Stocking Stuffer Beers

It’s gift giving season and Santa is back for his annual list of beers for the beer lover in your family. Watch below and be sure to use our Beer Finder to locate one of these stocking stuffer beers near you. Read More


National Truck Driver Appreciation Week ›
On September 09, 2018  ·  in Behind the Beer, Video

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

One of the most important aspects of the beer distribution business is operations. Receiving, storing, and delivering our portfolio of products across our territory is no small task. And at the center of all this is our team of drivers and their helpers.

Starting as early as 5:00 a.m., drivers are out on the roads working tirelessly and oftentimes amidst adverse conditions to make sure beer gets delivered safely and accurately. Their job is hard — flat out.

So for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, I shadowed one of our veteran drivers to get a small glimpse into his job. Micah has been driving for beverage companies for over twenty years — fifteen of those in the beer industry. He’s hardworking, loves Stella Artois, and is completely genuine. To quote one store owner I met, “He’s one of the best.”

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Get Ready for Summer Drinking Season with Lakeshore Beverage ›
On May 30, 2018  ·  in Boulevard Brewing Company, Founders Brewing Co., Goose Island Beer Co., Surly Brewing Company, SweetWater Brewing, Video, Virtue Cider

Summer Beers

Summer beer drinking season is here and our training and education manager, Chris, is ready to whip you into shape. Watch the video below and be sure to find one of these fine beverages near you using our Beer Finder.

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What’s the Deal with Nitro Beers? ›
On March 13, 2018  ·  in 3 Sheeps Brewing, Founders Brewing Co., Guinness, Video

Guinness Nitro Beers

While the majority of beers you’ll encounter are carbonated with carbon dioxide, some are carbonated with nitrogen gas, or nitro for short. Nitrogen gas creates smaller bubbles than CO2, imparting a smooth, creamy mouthfeel in beers like Guinness Draught, perhaps the most well-known nitro beer in the world.

American craft breweries have since adopted the nitro technology Guinness invented back in 1959, incorporating their own creativity in the beers. 3 Sheeps Brewing from Sheboygan, WI was one of the first American craft breweries to successfully bottle a full line of nitro beers, led by their delicious Cashmere Hammer Nitro Stout.

And while nitro beers are most commonly associated with stouts, Founders Brewing adds nitrogen to Rubaeus, their raspberry ale, making for delightful treat — almost like drinking liquid jam. Our Training and Education Manager, Chris Kolodziej, shares his thoughts on nitro beers in our next video below.

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4 Beers For Valentine’s Day ›
On February 14, 2018  ·  in Goose Island Beer Co., Holidays, Moody Tongue, Upland Brewing Co., Video, Virtue Cider

Valentine's Day from Lakeshore Beverage

Love is in the air on this Valentine’s Day and what better way to celebrate your significant other (or just spoil yourself) than with great beer. Our Training & Education Manager, Chris Kolodziej, sets the mood for every Valentine’s Day situation in our next beer video. Whether you’re looking for a beer to pair with a fancy dinner, or just enjoy in a bubble bath at the end of the day, Chris has you covered. As always, be sure to use our Beer Finder to locate one of these fine beverages near you. Read More


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