Back, like a bad hangover, it’s Beer Spots! This is part two of my quest to find good stores to purchase quality beer and then share my findings with all of you. Trust me; the pasture is much greener outside of the supermarket. Let us move up from Massachusetts to my home territory of southern New Hampshire.

Jasper’s Homebrew and Wine Making Supply is right off Main Street, Nashua, on Temple Street. This place may look like a hole in the wall, but it is a treasure trove for the serious beer or wine enthusiast. It has an eclectic beer selection, consisting of many rare and limited brews. You can purchase by the six pack or individual bottles. They also supply all the goods you’d need to make your own beer or wine. Everything from bottles to barley they carry or can be ordered. Another cool tidbit is the 300 beer recipes to look through. Arranged by style of brew, this is a hot spot for me to talk with a very knowledgeable staff and try something new.

Next we have The Drink Shoppe in Hudson at 214 Central St. Set up like a warehouse, they have plenty of beer, some wine and tons of sodas and sports drinks from which to choose. Back to the beer, this is a good place to come, if you know what you want. With a great selection of local and import brews this is a fun place to check out. The Shoppe also shares residence with a butcher shop and every Friday, from 4-6, they host a beer and meat tasting. Each week they spotlight a different beer. Add some steak tips, and you have a good way to start your weekend.