Hey Lehigh Valley craft beer fans, it's time to toast your favorites again.

What we are talking about here is the best beer of 2021. We are looking for the most delicious beers from a selection of locally brewed beers.

You have had 12 months to visit the breweries, bars and bottle shops near you. It's time to tell us about your Lehigh Valley beer of the year.

You know the rules. This is a local election-only honoring beers brewed in our region-so let us focus on the best beers in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton.

A very smart brewer once told me: "The best beer in the world is your favorite beer." So there is no wrong answer here. do not be shy.

Your Lehigh Valley favorite in 2021 is likely to be your preferred flavor for the past 12 months-the one filled in the refrigerator, or the wine you refill most often.

There are so many great beer makers in our area, it’s easy and smart to stick to local beer, right? I almost only drink LV craft beer. We are lucky to have them and should be happy to enjoy them.

Last year, I chose 10 flights as my best beer of 2020. My choices include (in no particular order):

Around the valley, these 10 are difficult to climb to the top.

Just take a moment to email me your favorite beer selection clarimer@mcall.com

Please use subject line: Beer of the Year

In addition, please attach a sentence or two to explain why you like this beer the most. Why does it taste so good? What smell makes your eyes shine? Where/when do you like to taste this special taste?

I will review your choices and share some results in my year-end column.

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Morning Call art and entertainment editor (and beer writer) Craig Larimer can be contacted at 610-778-7993 or clarimer@mcall.com

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