On Sunday, the 30th of September 2007, beer bars, brewpubs and restaurants across the North American continent merged their hearts and spirits in a collective toast to the memory of the world’s leading authority on beer and whiskey, Michael Jackson.

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On Sunday, September 30, 2007, beer lovers across the North American continent will be raising their glasses in remembrance of the world’s leading authority on beer and whiskey, Michael Jackson - the Beer Hunter, Whisky Chaser, Maven of Malt, Bard of Beer, and White Rose of Yorkshire.

Some traveled across town…others traversed invisible borders from countries sprinkled throughout Europe or over the Atlantic Pond – travelers, invited to the inner sanctum of Michael Jackson’s extraordinary life, journeying on a Mecca to pay their last respects to this leading world authority on bee

The Beer Fox says, “Fit for a king and full of sweetness, this apricot/ale blend enhances the full flavor of King Tut’s savory, summertime chicken dish.”

The Beer Fox says, “The enticing aromas of homemade bread and cinnamon twist together in a combination of harmonious pleasure.”

That Thursday morning, darkness visited. It arrived without warning, like a cryptic prowler in a black cloak, waiting in the shadows for its next victim.

This morning, the world lost its most distinguished and prolific authority on beer and whiskey. Michael Jackson, The Beer Hunter, The Whiskey Chaser, Maven of Malt, and White Rose of Yorkshire, passed away today, August 30, 2007...

The Beer Fox says, “For the shrimp lover, this hot Louisiana magic will awaken your taste buds! Y’all be askin’ for more, every time!”

To honor the creativity and technical expertise of so many world-class brewers, the Beer Fox selects the Craft Brew of the Week, and has listed each distinguished beer in the Beer & Brewing Newsletter at BellaOnline since December, 2004.