article_snippet.sent: An American company claims to have invented a 'teabag' that can turn an ordinary pint of lager into a craft beer the same way  hot water is turned into brew .
article_snippet.sent: Emily Williamson of independent brewery Cheddar Ales in Somerset, England, is sceptical to the idea of 'tea bag' beer. '
article_snippet.sent: To add a sachet to a pre-balanced, pre-made beer will only add a glimmer of the flavours available in traditionally made beers. '
article_snippet.sent: So, without tasting the product, I can only guess that the product won't add anywhere near the depth of flavour that the actual brewing process can achieve as it's not inherent to the structure.'
article_snippet.sent: In all honesty, I am not convinced that the attention to the brewing process in craft beer can be outdone in a sachet. '
article_snippet.sent: I would however give this product a go to see if a tasteless lager is improved by the sachet.'
article_snippet.sent: Reusable: Each sachet can be used in up to four beers, so keeps both costs and calories down .
article_snippet.sent: A graphic from Mr Gattuso's Kickstarter campaign describes how to use the Hop Theory sachets .
article_snippet.sent: Each 5g Hop Theory sachet can transfuse up to four beers, so one bag could keep the drinker going for a session at the pub.
article_snippet.sent: The first infusion will take between two and four minutes, but once one bag is wet, any further uses will only take about 30 seconds to transfuse, Mr Gattuso's says. '
article_snippet.sent: The first beerbags will be delivered in July this year, and 12 sachets cost $14.95 (£10).
highlights_snippet.sent: Maryland start-up promises to turn lager into craft beer with 'tea bag'
  Infusion sachet contains a blend of hops, fruit peels and natural spices .
  