Stan Schubridge
Stan Schubridge is the spokesperson for Beertaps.com, he's a beer enthusiast who has a knack for getting involved in building home bars for his friends and learning more about brewing great tasting beer. From extravagant bars to the most unique bar designs, Stan has either seen it, done it or given it a try. As far as brewing beer, his ideology is that if you have a home bar have a home brew. Learn your taste and chase it!
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How Beer Has Bridged the GapYou'd be surprised where the first Beer Summit ever was held. That, and other interesting facts how beer bridged the gap. -
How Beer Solves Most Problems and a Few OthersYou are always going to make mistakes, and friends will always forgive you. It just depends on the size of the mistake and how much beer it will take. -
Simple but Great Home Bar IdeasIf you are looking around at your home bar and you feel you need to make some changes, here are a few great ideas to help you get started. -
Top Five Best Reasons to Have a Home BarIf you need some good reasons to build your own home bar, here are the top five of all time. They work for those of you who are experiencing resistance from your better half.
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Awesome Makeshift Bar IdeasGreat bar ideas that might not cost a thing, depending on what you have lying around your home. -
Salvage Window for Home Bar DecorationSalvaged windows always make for great home bar decorations. Whether they are tall windows that can liven up the entrance or long windows that can add dimension over a table with a set of stools, salvaged windows add character.
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Making a Beer TapMost beer taps are made from plastic or glass. But, pub style beer taps are made the old fashion way. They are made from wood.
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Brewing Pumpkin BeerYou may not be in time to brew some for Halloween. But, you can get started on brewing some for Thanksgiving or any time in the fall...or year around for that matter.
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Build Yourself a BarBuilding your own bar is cheaper when compared to hiring a contractor for the job. It is an easy job, but will require enough time to finish successfully. When constructing a bar, follow the following easy steps. -
How Potent is Your BeerCalculate your home brew's ABV, Alcohol by Volume percentage. If it isn't potent enough for you, make it stronger. -
Famous People of Beer BrewingYou'd be surprised who makes the top of the list of some rather famous brewers in history.
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Budweiser is Truly the King of BeersThere are many great beers throughout this world. But, Budweiser has to always be at the top of the list and not just because it’s a great tasting beer.
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Making Your Own Beer SteinThere are beer steins of all shapes and sizes. Traditionally, they tell the tales of historical events. But, steins have evolved just like everything else. Still, learn how to make your own. -
A Historical Look at the Beer SteinHistory of the Stein including what makes it different from other beer drinking vessels, how it's made and a look at Stein artistry. The Beer Stein has a wonderful history starting from a very dark time. -
The Beer Brewing FantasyFrom the time our fathers gave us our first beer, we have been mesmerized by the infamous brew. At one point in our lives, we realize we can probably make the stuff ourselves. -
Home Bar Scam ArtistsBack in the day, I always had some friends helping me build my bars. We would get together. Have a good time. By the end of the day, a bar stood where an empty room used to be. Just watch out for the scam artists. -
Creating Unique Beer RecipesIf you're into brewing beers, I'm sure you've always wanted that beer flavor that was a little different than the others. In fact, you might have wanted a beer flavor that was off the chain. Find your taste and chase it! -
Craft Brews DefinedCraft beer is a part of history every bit as much as it is the new thing sweeping the nation. The irony is that craft beer isn't new at all.
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Great Bar Conversion IdeasThere is no substitute for having a bar in your home. It's your bar away from your favorite bar. It's the place you call home when you're home. But, you don't always have to go all out with brand new bar plans that you have to totally build yourself.
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The Art of Knowing BeerThere are beer drinkers and then, there are beer enthusiasts. The beer enthusiast is the athlete of the beer community and as such, we should know our
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Easy to Learn Bartending FlairBartending flair isn't necessary for making cocktails and being a bartender. But, it sure does sell mixed drinks and it's fun to learn.
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Your Home Bar: Build it or Buy ItI have seen the complete range of bars in homes. There are dynamic home bars and simple ones that fit any lifestyle. Contractors can come in handy, but I have built my share.
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Getting Carbonation Levels Right for Bottled BeerProperly carbonating your beer is a simple process that can be done a handful of ways. I was asked recently about carbonating beer for bottling. But, I'll cover kegging too.
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Places Where There Should Be a BarHave you ever been some place and thought that it would be a nice place to put a bar? I've done that in bars. That's an old joke. Anyway, here are some new ideas.
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Stocking Your BarI started out with my first bar probably the same way most beer enthusiasts do. We build the bar and then stock it full of beer. That's all there is to it. But, we were wrong...
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How to Do Bartending TricksIn the bartending industry, they call it flair. It looks good and it makes people want to buy more drinks. It's great if you own a bar. But, it's fun at home at your home bar.
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The Beer AttitudeBig Beer seems to be the reason the new craft beer focused show Beer Masters will not get renewed a second season. That's Anthony Bourdain's claim. Discover Channel reports small audience. Hmm...
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Party IdeasPeople have parties for different reasons. My parties are meant to let my friends and family know that I appreciate them, and their company. So, I try to do something new and exciting as often as I can.
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How to Build a Home BarThe easiest way to build a home bar, hands down, bar none. You'll be surprised how quickly and effortlessly you can put a bar together and start enjoying a beer in less than an hour.
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Bar VarietyI visited some friends of mine recently who live in a very rural area. They make sure they have everything they need on one trip to town a week. But when I asked about a local bar, they laughed.
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Great Things that Have Happened in BarsWe have an interesting history, and you might be surprised how much of it began in a bar. It would make sense that our history is so intertwined with our lives spent in pubs and taverns around the world.
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The Faux Room Separation for Large RoomsParticularly long rooms can be disconcerting at times. Living room and dining room combinations, long basements and long backrooms are just a few of the particularly large rooms that could use a break somewhere near the middle.
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Keeping the Beer ColdWe've all been there. We had to transport large amounts of beer for one reason or another. Were you able to keep it cool? It's not a good thing when you arrive at your destination and the beer is warm.
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The DIY Outdoor BarWhat a relaxing experience to sit by the pool and have a bar right there instead of running to the refrigerator in the kitchen. Of course if you don't have a pool, that shouldn't stop you from having a bar in your backyard or anywhere else.
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Decorating the Home BarOf course, the beer enthusiasts have their home bars decorated to the hilt. They have everything you can think of and even a few things you might not have. But remember, there was a time when they weren't so skilled with their eagle eye's either.
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What Temperature Should I Set My KegeratorWhen your kegerator comes in, it's a sight for sore eyes. You are literally within a few minutes of enjoying a nice keg of beer in your own home bar or wherever you want to put it. But, there is one question left looming.
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How to Keep Beer Cold at a PartyThere are some radical ideas for keeping your beer cold at a party. But, they work and they will make you the hero if you use them when you find yourself with warm beer. But, let's cover the common methods first.
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Beer TriviaI've never witnessed a game of beer trivia. I'm not even sure it exists. But there are plenty of questions they should include if the game just happens to exist.
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Building Your Home BarIf you've been dreaming about having a bar in your home, get started. You don't need a contractor to be the expert on the job. That could take weeks when you could have one built in a day.
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Brewing Areas for the Home Beer BrewerThe evolution of the home beer brewer begins with the starter kit. Then, it grows. How far it grows is up to the beer enthusiast. But, there is literally no limit.
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The Perfect Christmas Blend BeerDuring Christmas, there will be eggnog and sugar cookies, gingerbread and pumpkin pie. But, what about beer enthusiasts? Do we have a beer that we can introduce this time of year? We absolutely do!
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Drink ResponsiblyIt's a terrible fact that this time of year brings about so many more deaths. Studies show that there are more deaths caused by drinking and driving than any other time of year. But, that's not the only problem with forgetting to drink responsibly.
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Beer Brewing TipsApply different brewing techniques to each batch and find ones that work for you. Adjust your techniques and find which work best for you. I have a few you can try.
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Home Beer Brewing Supplies to Get You StartedFor the new home brewer, you only need a few supplies. Here is a list of things you'll need so that you can started off on the right foot.
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The Beer Closet BarPlacing a Bar in your Closet is not as difficult as you might think. Just follow a few simple steps and you'll have a unique bar that your friends will love.
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The In-Wall BarThe home bar that takes up a corner of the room or an entire room is definitely the one to have. But, what if you don't have that kind of space? The In-Wall Bar is the thing to do.
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Bringing Your Home Bar HomeI have seen some pretty sloppy attempts at building a home bar. They weren't the best my friends. So, what does it take to really make your home bar special? How do you bring it home?
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Great Uses for Your Home BarWe all know that we are supposed to drink in the home bar. In fact, that's the first thing we do. We crack open a beer. Then, we invite our friends. But, your home bar can be used for so much more.
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The Day Before Beer was InventedCould you imagine what the world would have been like the day before beer was invented? Here is a tale of how I think it might have gone.
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The Suspended BarThere are great ways to suspend a bar and amaze your friends. In fact, here are a few ideas for you to choose.
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Hysterical Home Bar MakeoverA bar makeover doesn't have to be an all out war at once. Start small and build to extravagant with a few key strokes. Follow this DIY for the easy way to do it.
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Uses for Beer Beyond Drinking ItAfter a hard day worth of work, it's nice to come home to a cold beer. Whatever your regime is, I know you like to enjoy a beer when you get a chance to relax. But, having beer around the house can be more beneficial than you might think.
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Beer Ideas that Could Benefit EveryoneYes, beer is perfect. But, we all love beer innovations. They make drinking beer more enjoyable even if they don't make the beer taste any better.
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Interesting Beer InventionsJust when you think people couldn't possibly come up with anything anymore, inventors surprise us. From Deep Fried Beer to Beer Chillers, these are some great inventions.
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Beer Facts Everyone Should KnowA fun thing about beer besides drinking it is knowing all the fun beer facts about it. Beer has a unique history and here are a few facts you just may not know.
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What to Do with Your Home BarWhen you need some ideas for your home bar, you don't have to look far. Start with the simple ideas and do some problem solving. You'll be up and running in no time.
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Interesting Gimmicks for BeerGimmicks don't make the beer taste any better. But, they sure do give us something to talk about.
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The Benefits of Drinking Beer ModeratelyBeer is just beneficial for getting your friends together and having fun. It actually has many medical benefits as well.
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Opening a Beer Bottle Without a Beer Bottle OpenerWhen you want to get a drink of the wonderful thing we call beer, don't let nothing hold you back. Even if you have beer bottles with no bottle openers, there are a million and one ways to get the bottle open.
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A Great Drinking GameThe Monty Hall Problem explained and how you can turn it into an interesting drinking game.
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Beer Logo DesignBeer logo design for your own home brew is a step up in the home brewing game. Get some ideas and learn a few techniques about getting your own beer out there for others to enjoy.
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A Great Historical Moment in Beer Brewing HistoryHow was the first beer brewed? Here's a little history and where it went from there to offer us the beer we enjoy today.
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Finding Your Homebrew FlavorWhen you first start brewing, you may not have any direction to take. Here are some ideas for where to begin and how to take it from there.
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Home Brewing Coil CoolerMake your own wort cooler for when you are brewing your own beer at home. This is the easiest and most cost effective way to create the quick cooling design.
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Kegerator Troubleshooting ChecklistA checklist to make sure that you always pour a good beer from your kegerator. Includes every possible check you can make before you have to take more involved maintenance measures.
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Home Brew Tips and TricksGet some tips and tricks to better home brewing. Not exhaustive, but things to think about and be prepared when you are brewing your own beer at home.
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Mastering Your Home Brew RecipeTake a look at standard brewing procedures. Then, learn how to mix it up to find your own taste.
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Beer Keg IssuesDon't just assume your beer lines need cleaned when you have excessively foamy beer. Perform a few checks first and you just might find the real problem.
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How Do You Know What Kind of Kegerator You NeedWhen you are in the hunt of the perfect kegerator, there are a few things you are going to want to look for and there are a few things you will need to know. You have many options available to you, but know what they are.
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Wall Tap IdeasYou can literally put a beer tap handle and enjoy beer anywhere around your home. Try a few of these great wall tap ideas.
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Converting a Refrigerator into a KegeratorConverting a refrigerator to a kegerator is a snap. Just follow these instructions and you'll be up and running in no time.
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Making Sure Your Beer Lines Are CleanGet your beer lines cleaned. It's not hard to learn how, but here are a few tips and tricks for proper kegerator or refrigerator conversion beer line cleaning.
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Unique Beer DoohickeysIt's just as fun to say as thingamajig and doodad. But, the intent is there. Have some fun with beer with doohickeys that either make it more fun or just make you the center of attention.
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Setting Up a KegeratorKegerators come with pretty clear instructions. But, sometimes the instructions aren't as clear to someone who is putting a kegerator together for the first time. Here are some tips.
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Fun Beer Events to Have at Your HomeLet's say that you have just finished putting the final pieces together and your home bar is ready to entertain. Here are some ideas that will work no matter the occasion.
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Different Home Bar IdeasI remember when I bought my first home. While I was walking through, my wife was looking at all the possibilities while I was wondering where the best place for my bar would be. Here are a few ideas for you.
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Benefits of Brewing Your Own Beer for Your Home BarI'm not sure why there are beer enthusiasts who have never thought of brewing there own beer. But, there are some great benefits that are involved. Enjoy the ride!
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DIY Wine Rack DesignsYou don't have to scour the earth looking for the perfect wine rack. You can make them yourself. Here are just a few ideas.
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Great Beer IdeasHome bar ideas that you will absolutely love. There's no reason why you can't have a beer tap in any room you want.
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Beer Pong Strategies and LingoLearn some strategies and lingo of the popular game beer pong. Get in on the next game and have some fun.
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Great Home Bar IdeasSome ideas for your home bar. From how to build to how to decorate, these ideas will certainly get you started.
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Political Correctness in the Beer WorldIt is ironic how Americans left England to get away from tyrannical law. Now, it seems they are practicing their own brand. There are so many weird laws on the books that I can hardly see how we are such a free nation.
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The Funny Beer WorldA look at some strange occurrences that took place because of beer.
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The Ultimate Party Guy or Just Hands Down the Best Party EverHave you ever met the ultimate party professional? These are the ingredients for the perfect party that I got from the ultimate party professional himself.
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Top 5 Beer Flops of All TimeA review of the top 5 absolute worst beers of all time.
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Christmas Beer Gift IdeasWhen Christmas comes around, most of the people in the world go into a tailspin. We may think we know the people around us, but when it comes time to buy them gifts is when we find out that we just may not know them as good as we thought.
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The Most Amazing Beer Pong ShotsIf you haven't seen Beer Pong played, you'll love the unique shots Beer Pong experts take with their creative imaginations and inventive surfaces. Here are a few highlights of some the world's greatest shots.
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Crazy Beer and Drinking LawsLegislators go to work every day just to create more and more laws. There are so many laws on the books, it is literally impossible for us to know them all. And I would be willing to bet that just about all of us have broken a law a time or two.
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Interesting Beer FactsEnthusiasts of beer can talk about the strangest things. The best beer selections, the thickest beers and the healthiest to drink. So, blow their minds with some of these facts.
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Unique Wine Rack IdeaIf you can visualize working on a project, you can build yourself a nice wine rack from this blueprint.
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Good Glass Hanging Design Ideas for Your Home BarGlasses can take up space on your bar. Learn the many ways you can create your own glass hangers so that you have more counter space.
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The Variety of Bars to Consider for Your HomeWhen you are thinking about making a bar in your home, you immediately have a list of questions that will guide your decisions. Most answers you might already have. But some, you may not.
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Great Summer Ideas for Beer EnthusiastsWhen summer comes around, we may not be able to afford the things we could when our economy was much better. But, we have new ideas. A return to the simpler things in life just may not be all that bad.
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How to Make Your Own Home BarYou'd love to have your own home bar. Who wouldn't? If you've been dreaming about building your own home bar but everywhere you look the prices are too high, I'd love to give you some ideas that will help bring the cost down.
