True beer lovers know that craft beer can be as complex and sophisticated as the best wines in the world. Wine connoisseurs have long utilized personal note books to track their extensive tasting endeavors. This method has allowed drinkers to keep track of the many varieties and vintages that they have had the pleasure of palate-ing.
In today’s always connected, technologically social universe, craft beer lovers need not scribble down drunken notes in a pocket notebook. Wouldn’t a beer-centric social networking app be much more appropriate? Worry not beer drinkers.
Untappd (available on Google Play and iPhone App Store) allows users to “Check-In”, rate, photograph and make tasting notes about beers as they drink. Badges are unlocked as achievements and drinking milestones (i.e. 500 unique beers) are achieved. Users also have the ability to connect with friends and “toast” to friends’ check-ins (think Facebook “likes”).
Not sure what style a certain beer is? You can look up all of the brew’s specs such as style, ABV, average rating and similar beers. Untappd is also a great tool for tracking down the best brews in your area by location.
The Wish List feature allows users to keep a running list of elusive beers that they have not yet had a chance to drink. I wonder how many beer nerds have Heady Topper and Pliny the Elder on their wish lists… I know I do…
Share your username and tell us what your favorite uses for Untappd are in the comments section below. Cheers!
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Brian – NJ – @BrianRuss
Brodie – AZ – @broffi_1027
Jesse – OH – @JesseJames427
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