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How to Find World Class Beer in Barcelona

Joan Villari-Martí

Spanish beer is currently in a youthful phase of defining itself.  But make no mistake, the Spanish culinary scene is so mature and so strong, it is a matter of time before Spanish beer breaks out and influences the world. I just hope you and I will be there when it happens? 

In this episode we continue our series exploring good beer in Europe by visiting Barcelona.  Although a part of Spain, this Mediterranean city is also the capital of the autonomous nation of Catalonia. 

Joan Villari-Martí

Barcelona is a diverse and progressive city full of 1.6 million thirsty people who generally prefer wine, vermouth or even a gin and tonic. Despite that, finding good Belgian or German beer, or even a decent lager from a giant company is easy. But, finding a good, locally made craft beer is still somewhat of a challenge.  However, all of that is changing as Barcelona is taking its place in the world beer community due, in part, to the Barcelona Beer Festival, but especially to one of its organizers, beer writer Joan Villari-Martí.

Beer Board
BBF 2019
Garret Oliver
Water, Yeast, Malt, Hops
Lunch in Monistrol de Montserat
Estrella Damm in Sóller
Estrella Damm in Illetes
Sullerica from Sóller
Catalán Bar…
… with mejillones (mussels)
Before…
… After
Paella in Barceloneta

Show Links

Birraire Blog

Barcelona Beer Festival

Barcelona Beer Challenge

Joan’s First Two Books –

This book is a “Must Read First” for anyone serious about beer.  It is an affiliate link, but you won’t pay any more for the hookup.

This is the other book that started Joan’s journey.  It is also an affiliate link, but you won’t pay any more for the hookup.

Sullerica in Sóller, Mallorca

A Quick History of Spanish Hops

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