Imagine that we are not in the midst of a global pandemic
and that you are on vacation at a charming brewery, somewhere on
the West Coast, or maybe up in New England.
You are out on the patio enjoying the brewery's flagship
offering (a crisp pilsner, danky IPA, maybe a malty porter, or a
strong bourbon barrel ale); you sit back and smile as the sun
starts to set, satisfied that you have found your new favorite
beer.
After returning home from your trip, you are anxious to stock
your beer fridge with your new find. You begin your search for a
bottle shop, grocery store, or restaurant that carries the beer.
You are even willing to order a case if that's what it would
take to taste that delicious brew again. You soon come to the
frustrating realization that the beer is not available for sale in
North Carolina.
