Buzzed: Beers, Booze, & Coffee Brews

Erik Ofgang is an award-winning writer, musician, and magician whose work regularly appears in dozens of magazines and newspapers throughout the country, including The Associated Press, The Hartford Courant, and Connecticut Magazine, where he works as a staff writer and content curator. He teaches writing at Western Connecticut State University and is the founding editor of Poor Yorick, a literary journal published by the university’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative and Professional Writing program. When he’s not writing or conducting intensive field “research” at breweries or distilleries, he can be found playing bass with the Celtic roots band, MacTalla Mor. He lives in western Connecticut with his wife and designated driver, Corinne. Although he’s an expert in alcoholic beverages, he prides himself in never having experienced the pain of a hangover. Yet.

“Anyone with an appreciation for [beer and coffee] would be well-advised to peruse Buzzed when looking for their next great craft beverage.”
––The Ellsworth American

“If your goal is to keep your finger on the pulse of all that is New England craft beer, Erik is your lifeblood."
––Kevin Mardorf, ctbeer.com and beerfests.com

"No matter where you are in New England, from Boston to Burlington to Bridgeport, Erik has great recommendations for you."
––George Smith, georgesmithmaine.com 
 

"With lively story-telling, an eye for detail, and a keen palate, Erik Ofgang brings New England’s breweries, coffeehouses, and distilleries to life. His enthusiasm drips from every page."
––Josh Pahigian, The Ultimate Baseball Road Trip & 101 Baseball Places to See Before You Strike Out

"Combining Erik Ofgang's unrivaled expertise and passion for craft beverages with his inviting writing and sober dedication to task makes for a heady concoction that will have you eager to get out and explore."
––Ray Bendici, Speaking Ill of the Dead: Jerks in Connecticut History