Food / Hydration

Beer? More Like, Brrrr: East Rock Winter Lager Review

It’s dark and it’s cold, and that’s just the beer! Week 4 of winter brew reviews takes us to East Rock Brewing in New Haven,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 17, 2025

(Virtually) Hands-Free Pellet Grilling Under $800: Traeger Woodridge Review

The Traeger Woodridge brings modern technology and design to a relatively affordable pellet grill.

Written by Sean McCoy January 16, 2025

Eat Like the Flying Tomato: Shaun White Launches Meal Delivery With CookUnity

Shaun White hand-selected his personal favorite meals from CookUnity to create a limited-edition menu that you can have delivered directly to your door.

Written by Will Brendza January 13, 2025

Smells Like Germany: Jack’s Abby ‘Extra Layer’ Dark Lager Review

Week two of the BeerJunkie’s 5-week winter beer bonanza takes us to Massachusetts to try a Munich-style lager from Jack’s Abby.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 27, 2024

Winter Has Come: BeerJunkie Cracks Into Snow-Day Brews

You’ve heard of the 12 days of Christmas, well now it’s time for the 5 beers of winter! Kicking off the festivities is a special…

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 20, 2024

BeerJunkie Enters the Great Debate: Pumpkin Beer Face-Off!

Whatever else you think of pumpkin-anything, withhold your judgment until the BeerJunkie has given you his honest opinion.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 13, 2024

Stanley Recalls Over 2 Million Travel Mugs for Potential ‘Burn Hazard’

Two of Stanley’s most popular mug models pose burn risks to users and more than 2.5 million have been recalled by the brand — if you…

Written by Will Brendza December 13, 2024

BeerJunkie 2-for-1: Dortmunder Gold Lager & Gunner’s Daughter Milk Stout Review

Beer lovers, give thanks! Paulie has a second helping of tipple taste-testing. Find your perfect pairing for the long holiday weekend.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 29, 2024

The Best Running Hydration Packs & Vests of 2024

We tested the best running hydration packs and vests of 2024, including top picks from Salomon, Nathan Sports, Arc’teryx, and more.

Written by Ilana Newman, Chris Carter and Matthew Medendorp November 25, 2024

BeerJunkie Double-Dip: Great Lakes 73 Kolsch, Cigar City Maduro Brown Ale Review

Two-beer taste-testing continues as the BeerJunkie tries two tribute beers: One for sports and one for cigars.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 15, 2024

The Best Backpack Coolers of 2025

We tested the best backpack coolers with styles for every budget and trip. Top picks include ICEMULE, Hydro Flask, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Constance Mahoney November 14, 2024

I Tried (Almost) Every Beer in Ireland — Here Are My Favorites

Beyond the Guinness, Ireland beer packs a lot of variety and taste — especially when paired with the country’s outdoor landscapes.

Written by Sam Morse November 13, 2024

The Best Insulated Water Bottles of 2025

We tested the best insulated water bottles from Hydro Flask, Stanley, YETI, CamelBak, and more to help you find the best option for your needs…

Written by Nick Belcaster and Meg Carney November 01, 2024

BeerJunkie BOGO: 14th Star Oktoberfest, Prost Dunkel Review

The BeerJunkie has a special surprise for November! He’s tapping two beers each week until Thanksgiving! 14th Star & Prost kick it off.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 01, 2024

The Best Thermoses of 2025

If you want your favorite liquids to stay hot all day, check out our roundup of the best thermoses of 2025. Get ready to warm…

Written by Meg Carney, Nick Belcaster and Nick LeFort October 25, 2024

The Best Soft Coolers of 2025

We tested the best soft coolers with styles for every budget and adventure. Top picks include YETI, RTIC, Hydro Flask, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Constance Mahoney October 25, 2024

BeerJunkie: Anderson Valley Brewing ‘Poleeko Pale Ale’ Review

James Dean, beer parks, and biscuits — oh my! Paulie ‘The BeerJunkie’ Pabst heads way out west for a brew like none other: Poleeko Pale Ale.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 11, 2024

BeerJunkie: TailGate Brewery’s Orange Wheat Ale in Nashville

The BeerJunkie ventures to Nashville to taste some suds from TailGate Brewery.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 27, 2024

BeerJunkie: Boulevard Brewing ‘Space Camper’ Review

Scalding hot in the summer, brutally cold in the winter, and a great ‘meat town’ — can Kansas City’s beer live up to the accolades?

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 20, 2024

BeerJunkie: Indeed Brewing Mexican Honey Light Lager

What do Prince, Mexican honey, and Paul’s lackluster high school romantic life have in common? You’ll have to watch to find out!

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 13, 2024

BeerJunkie: Diebolt Brewing Back Bowls Brown Ale Review

The BeerJunkie heads to the snowy slopes of Denver’s Diebolt Brewing and its skier-inspired Back Bowls Brown Ale.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 06, 2024

The Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025

We tested the best backpacking water filters and purifiers for your next trip into the great outdoors.

Written by Chris Carter, Mary Murphy and Will Brendza September 04, 2024

BeerJunkie: Sipping a Shiner Shandy to Close Out Summer ’24

We’re on a mission to taste and review every beer in the world. This week, the BeerJunkie tries the Shiner Lemonade Shandy from Spoetzl Brewery…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 30, 2024

BeerJunkie: Oskar Blues Brewery ‘Dale’s Pale Ale’ Review

Paul Pabst heads west to try one of Colorado’s staple independent brews — the first craft beer ever put in a can!

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 23, 2024

BeerJunkie: Zero Gravity Brewing ‘Little Wolf’ Pale Ale Review

Perhaps one of Burlington, Vermont’s finest beers, ‘Little Wolf’ Pale Ale by Zero Gravity Brewing gets the full BeerJunkie treatment.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 16, 2024

The Best Water Bottles of 2024

We tested and ranked our favorite water bottles for 2024, with options from YETI, Nalgene, and more.

Written by Will Porter August 16, 2024

Cooking With Isopure: Adding a Protein Boost Has Never Been Easier!

From a refreshing Isopure Infusion to prepping a hearty meal with the brand’s Zero Carb Unflavored Protein Powder, Isopure can support your daily protein needs.