Kristen Richard is a Colorado-based writer specializing in food, drink, and the outdoors. Her work has appeared in Wine Enthusiast, where she was previously the digital editor, as well as in Backpacker, All About Beer, Thirst Colorado, and others. She specializes in covering the science and history behind food and drink, and is happy to provide anyone who asks with drink recommendations, fly fishing tips, and extensive thoughts on the current state of metal music.