Germany, without doubt, and lots more bias. Even though this is geographically still way too coarse...
So more specifically, Cologne, Germany! Followed closely by Bamberg and surrounding areas in northern Bavaria. Unfortunately, the local beers from these regions are not widely available in the US.
however that I really like the Czech beers .
I like INDIO Bob, BOHEMIA is not bad either.
If you ever find yourself in the Province of Quebec, Canada, be sure to check out their local micro-breweries. Be forewarned however, they have a tendency to produce higher alcohol-content brews, which is not something I'm personally fond of.
That little intro brings up Canada as a whole. And while not traditionally recognized as a world-class beer producing nation (the Europeans will always hold that distinction), it does produce some outstanding brews that are well worth trying out, if they happen to be available where you live.
If you ever find yourself in the Province of Quebec, Canada, be sure to check out their local micro-breweries. Be forewarned however, they have a tendency to produce higher alcohol-content brews, which is not something I'm personally fond of.
That little intro brings up Canada as a whole. And while not traditionally recognized as a world-class beer producing nation (the Europeans will always hold that distinction), it does produce some outstanding brews that are well worth trying out, if they happen to be available where you live.
Oh, I dunno, I suspect that Canada, like the US, has microbreweries producing world-class stuff in the European traditions. And I suspect the best of them are occasionally breaking those traditions with great results. There are wines coming out of California that are as good as anything from France. I have no reason to believe beer is more difficult. Tradition and innovation are often at odds.
Tim
What about Belgium
My fav from Austria is Samiclaus
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