https://www.spreaker.com/show/drink-beer-think-beer-with-john-hollenFoodCopyright John Hollhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9b80140b7dd769d8bf669c96116a7d24.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/drink-beer-think-beer-with-john-hollSun, 05 Nov 2023 12:25:03 +0000John HollJohn Hollfeeds@spreaker.comDrink Beer, Think Beer is a weekly conversation with brewers, growers, and other brewing industry professionals that explores the art, culture, and business of beer. Hosted by John Holl and recorded on location, this podcast gets to the bottom of...false667a131c-2ce1-5684-9b29-da49a1cfb3faepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-206-diane-flynt-author-of-wild-tamed-lost-revived-the-surprising-story-of-apples-in-the-south--57464247For those who say social media is a bad thing, I get it. But occasionally it can provide gems. For example, last week I was scrolling through Facebook when I saw Sean Lilly Wilson, the founder of North Carolina’s Fullsteam Brewery post about a new book he was reading: Wild, Tamed, Lost, Revived: The Surprising Story of Apples in the South.  I was immediately intrigued and reached out to the author, Diane Flynt, to come on the show.  She and her husband Chuck live in the Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains, where she is an apple grower and cidermaker. She says above all else she is an insatiable learner, which led to the concept and writing of this book. 
Flynt is a multiple-time James Beard Award finalist for Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional and founded Foggy Ridge Cider in 1997 after leaving her corporate career and produced cider until 2018. 
There aren’t nearly enough books on apples in the world, especially engaging and well thought out ones, but this book stands among the top, in my mind and based on what I’ve read, for not only the rich history and passion it provides, but also the personal narrative weaved throughout, and the easy to understand approach, which helps put the subject in our hands. 
Press materials provided in advance give this description: Flynt "shows how southern apples, ranging from northern varieties that found fame on southern soil to hyper-local apples grown by a single family, have a history beyond the region, from Queen Victoria's court to the Oregon Trail. 
Flynt also tells us the darker side of the story, detailing how apples were entwined with slavery and the theft of Indigenous land. She relates the ways southerners lost their rich apple culture in less than the lifetime of a tree and offers a tentatively hopeful future." 
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• Tags: Cider, Apples, History, South, Agriculture, Flavor

]]>d315fd90-89ec-4874-9386-550563ce05b1Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week, I’m delighted to be joined by Diane Flynt, the author of the recently published Wild, Tamed, Lost, Revived: The Surprising Story of Apples in the South. This is a story of history, diversity, and the future. For those who say social media...For those who say social media is a bad thing, I get it. But occasionally it can provide gems. For example, last week I was scrolling through Facebook when I saw Sean Lilly Wilson, the founder of North Carolina’s Fullsteam Brewery post about a new book he was reading: Wild, Tamed, Lost, Revived: The Surprising Story of Apples in the South.  I was immediately intrigued and reached out to the author, Diane Flynt, to come on the show.  She and her husband Chuck live in the Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains, where she is an apple grower and cidermaker. She says above all else she is an insatiable learner, which led to the concept and writing of this book. 
Flynt is a multiple-time James Beard Award finalist for Outstanding Wine, Spirits, or Beer Professional and founded Foggy Ridge Cider in 1997 after leaving her corporate career and produced cider until 2018. 
There aren’t nearly enough books on apples in the world, especially engaging and well thought out ones, but this book stands among the top, in my mind and based on what I’ve read, for not only the rich history and passion it provides, but also the personal narrative weaved throughout, and the easy to understand approach, which helps put the subject in our hands. 
Press materials provided in advance give this description: Flynt "shows how southern apples, ranging from northern varieties that found fame on southern soil to hyper-local apples grown by a single family, have a history beyond the region, from Queen Victoria's court to the Oregon Trail. 
Flynt also tells us the darker side of the story, detailing how apples were entwined with slavery and the theft of Indigenous land. She relates the ways southerners lost their rich apple culture in less than the lifetime of a tree and offers a tentatively hopeful future." 
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Diane Flynt
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• Tags: Cider, Apples, History, South, Agriculture, Flavor

]]>2488ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-205-sean-o-keefe-of-pontoon-brewing--57376906Earlier this month the brewery put up a social media post announcing that it needed to close. This was necessary, owners said because one of it’s main distributors had not paid them for beer delivered. O'Keefe has not publicly identified the distributor, citing on-going litigation as the reason.  The brewery has been a vibrant part of the Georgia Beer scene for years now, focusing on big boozy imperial stouts and messing around with adjuncts. It’s also making more mainstream beers that can appeal to a wider audience.  It hasn’t always been easy, but the brewery has grown, and O’Keefe is candid about what has been happening behind the scenes to get to this point, and how fragile it can all be.  Right now the brewery is looking for investors and looking for a path forward. There seems to be a lot of announcements these days about breweries closing and it puts a spotlight on all of the facets that go into running a successful business, and how even one piece out of sync can hurt the whole brewery.  
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Sean O'Keefe
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• Tags: Beer, Business, Bills, Stouts, Georgia,

]]>b4761563-5e8b-4fc9-9b14-826cd11137a6Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThere is a lot of uncertainty in the American beer industry these days, especially among the smaller breweries. In what is both a cautionary tale and one of optimism, Sean O’Keefe of Pontoon Brewing in Georgia is here today to talk about how his...Earlier this month the brewery put up a social media post announcing that it needed to close. This was necessary, owners said because one of it’s main distributors had not paid them for beer delivered. O'Keefe has not publicly identified the distributor, citing on-going litigation as the reason.  The brewery has been a vibrant part of the Georgia Beer scene for years now, focusing on big boozy imperial stouts and messing around with adjuncts. It’s also making more mainstream beers that can appeal to a wider audience.  It hasn’t always been easy, but the brewery has grown, and O’Keefe is candid about what has been happening behind the scenes to get to this point, and how fragile it can all be.  Right now the brewery is looking for investors and looking for a path forward. There seems to be a lot of announcements these days about breweries closing and it puts a spotlight on all of the facets that go into running a successful business, and how even one piece out of sync can hurt the whole brewery.  
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Sean O'Keefe
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• Tags: Beer, Business, Bills, Stouts, Georgia,

]]>3324ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-204-nate-schweber-and-this-america-of-ours-now-in-paperback--57282022Nate Schweber going on 20 years now, we’ve been colleagues, friends, and even co-authors. I can say without a doubt that he is one of the hardest working reporters I’ve ever met, he has a keen eye for detail, enjoys a good drink, and knows how to rock with the best of them.  He’s a raconteur, with endless curiosity and compassion, and great passion. My life is better because I know him.  His chords are familiar to listeners of this show as it has opened up every episode since we started, and was even part of the old After Two Beers show I did for All About Beer. We’ve been to breweries and crime scenes together, we’ve had adventures and even wrote a book together – Indiana Breweries – which was released in 2011 and has since gone on to sell tens of copies.  He lives in Brooklyn these days, but he grew up in Missoula, Montana and has always had a passion for outdoor reporting. A previous book, Fly Fishing Yellowstone is a must for any angler looking for the story of trout in the historic park, not just the fish but tales of the streams and its history.  His latest book tells a remarkable story about conservation, activism, and journalism, with belts of sold drinking thrown in here and again. It’s called This America of Ours: Bernard and Avis DeVoto and the Forgotten Fight to Save the Wild.

 It was published on July 5, 2022 and the paperback is out now. It has also the book won the High Plains Book Award, and received the first place book award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America. The book tells the story of a husband and wife team that took on special interests and politicians like Joe McCarthy and worked to protect land that should have been protected, and along the way, they strike up a friendship with a woman who would alter the course of cooking in America.  It’s suspenseful, meticulously researched, frightening with bits of levity, and historically important with mirrors to today. It is one of the most engaging books I’ve read in a long time, and I’m not just saying all of this because he showed up at my house with a bottle of gin.  But, of course, that’s where we start.” -John HollThis Episode is Sponsored By:
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Nate Schweber
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• Tags: Beer, Nature, Travel, Parks, History, Gin

]]>cc1410cc-c972-4171-b3ee-cd9f441253e7Wed, 18 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000John Holl“I’ve known https://nateschweber.com/ going on 20 years now, we’ve been colleagues, friends, and even co-authors. I can say without a doubt that he is one of the hardest working reporters I’ve ever met, he has a keen eye for detail, enjoys a good...Nate Schweber going on 20 years now, we’ve been colleagues, friends, and even co-authors. I can say without a doubt that he is one of the hardest working reporters I’ve ever met, he has a keen eye for detail, enjoys a good drink, and knows how to rock with the best of them.  He’s a raconteur, with endless curiosity and compassion, and great passion. My life is better because I know him.  His chords are familiar to listeners of this show as it has opened up every episode since we started, and was even part of the old After Two Beers show I did for All About Beer. We’ve been to breweries and crime scenes together, we’ve had adventures and even wrote a book together – Indiana Breweries – which was released in 2011 and has since gone on to sell tens of copies.  He lives in Brooklyn these days, but he grew up in Missoula, Montana and has always had a passion for outdoor reporting. A previous book, Fly Fishing Yellowstone is a must for any angler looking for the story of trout in the historic park, not just the fish but tales of the streams and its history.  His latest book tells a remarkable story about conservation, activism, and journalism, with belts of sold drinking thrown in here and again. It’s called This America of Ours: Bernard and Avis DeVoto and the Forgotten Fight to Save the Wild.

 It was published on July 5, 2022 and the paperback is out now. It has also the book won the High Plains Book Award, and received the first place book award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America. The book tells the story of a husband and wife team that took on special interests and politicians like Joe McCarthy and worked to protect land that should have been protected, and along the way, they strike up a friendship with a woman who would alter the course of cooking in America.  It’s suspenseful, meticulously researched, frightening with bits of levity, and historically important with mirrors to today. It is one of the most engaging books I’ve read in a long time, and I’m not just saying all of this because he showed up at my house with a bottle of gin.  But, of course, that’s where we start.” -John HollThis Episode is Sponsored By:
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Nate Schweber
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• Tags: Beer, Nature, Travel, Parks, History, Gin

]]>3349ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-203-chad-yakobson-of-crooked-stave--57188739He founded Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project 13 years ago and originally it focused around Brettanomyces.  As his official bio points out that his brewing master’s thesis was on Brettanomyces and its use in the brewing industry.  “Wanting to spread the wealth of knowledge, Chad published his research as an open-source website to provide a greater understanding of Brettanomyces yeasts for brewers. Focused on strain-specific fermentations and the major compounds produced during pure culture anaerobic fermentation in wort, the application of these yeasts has proliferated throughout the brewing industry.” Wild Wild Brett, where I’ll begin the conversation, was a research and development series that really helped drinkers of the time better understand the yeast. But, a changing beer world has it backburnered today.  Still, everything old can be new again, including amber ales. When New Belgium announced it was fundimentally changing its famed fat tire from an amber ale to more of a golden one, many folks were heartbroken, even if they hadn’t purchased the beer for some time. Chad walks me through how this homage came to be, and how he never thought Crooked Stave would ever make an Amber ale.  A lot has happened in thirteen years and Chad weaves the story of Crooked Stave and the larger beer industry through the lens of Colorado.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Chad Yakobson
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, IPA, Wild, Sour Ales, Colorado, Brettanomyces, Fat Tire 

]]>90ad0ad8-668b-4721-b562-c215d55987bdWed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollIf you’ve been paying attention to the beer social medias lately, you might have noticed a photo of a Colorado-brewed amber ale making the rounds. It’s called Re-Tired and it’s a clear homage to the original recipe of New Belgium’s Fat Tire. This...He founded Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project 13 years ago and originally it focused around Brettanomyces.  As his official bio points out that his brewing master’s thesis was on Brettanomyces and its use in the brewing industry.  “Wanting to spread the wealth of knowledge, Chad published his research as an open-source website to provide a greater understanding of Brettanomyces yeasts for brewers. Focused on strain-specific fermentations and the major compounds produced during pure culture anaerobic fermentation in wort, the application of these yeasts has proliferated throughout the brewing industry.” Wild Wild Brett, where I’ll begin the conversation, was a research and development series that really helped drinkers of the time better understand the yeast. But, a changing beer world has it backburnered today.  Still, everything old can be new again, including amber ales. When New Belgium announced it was fundimentally changing its famed fat tire from an amber ale to more of a golden one, many folks were heartbroken, even if they hadn’t purchased the beer for some time. Chad walks me through how this homage came to be, and how he never thought Crooked Stave would ever make an Amber ale.  A lot has happened in thirteen years and Chad weaves the story of Crooked Stave and the larger beer industry through the lens of Colorado.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Chad Yakobson
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, IPA, Wild, Sour Ales, Colorado, Brettanomyces, Fat Tire 

]]>3338ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-202-tim-ogden-of-deviant-libations--57053523Deviant Libations in Florida, for a conversation that revolves around inclusivity in the beer space, and creating a taproom that reflects personality and passion. 
This is the last of the shows I recorded during the Florida Brewers Guld Conference this past summer, and I was grateful to meet and spend time with Tim Ogden.   Ogden started home brewing in the late 90s and after moving to Florida at a time when craft beer was far less accessible, and they became an avid homebrewer out of necessity.  
 It soon became apparent that working in the industry would be a dream come true.  They started out at Hops, a brewpub chain, and moved on from there in 2009 to help grow with Cigar City Brewing.    In 2008 after receiving a scholarship for the concise brewing course at Siebel Institute granted by the Florida Brewers Guild, Ogden served two terms on the guild Board of Directors. 
 Tim is known for adjunct sweet stouts, fruity IPAs, crispy clean lagers and not-so-tart sour ale, and has a passion for constant reinvention and blurring of the boundaries between styles.  Tim leverages creativity and personality to navigate the space between traditional beer and things a little less common to create beverages that are unique and fun, while still accessible to a wide array of people, and is intent on creating a space of radical inclusivity where all are not only accepted but genuinely feel welcome. 
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Tim Ogden
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, IPA, Florida, Sour Ales, Taproom, Diversity

]]>6389dc99-5bec-45b2-a302-54c2bbf44607Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week, I’m excited to be joined by Tim Ogden of https://www.deviantlibation.com/ in Florida, for a conversation that revolves around inclusivity in the beer space, and creating a taproom that reflects personality and passion.  This is the last of...Deviant Libations in Florida, for a conversation that revolves around inclusivity in the beer space, and creating a taproom that reflects personality and passion. 
This is the last of the shows I recorded during the Florida Brewers Guld Conference this past summer, and I was grateful to meet and spend time with Tim Ogden.   Ogden started home brewing in the late 90s and after moving to Florida at a time when craft beer was far less accessible, and they became an avid homebrewer out of necessity.  
 It soon became apparent that working in the industry would be a dream come true.  They started out at Hops, a brewpub chain, and moved on from there in 2009 to help grow with Cigar City Brewing.    In 2008 after receiving a scholarship for the concise brewing course at Siebel Institute granted by the Florida Brewers Guild, Ogden served two terms on the guild Board of Directors. 
 Tim is known for adjunct sweet stouts, fruity IPAs, crispy clean lagers and not-so-tart sour ale, and has a passion for constant reinvention and blurring of the boundaries between styles.  Tim leverages creativity and personality to navigate the space between traditional beer and things a little less common to create beverages that are unique and fun, while still accessible to a wide array of people, and is intent on creating a space of radical inclusivity where all are not only accepted but genuinely feel welcome. 
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• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Tim Ogden
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, IPA, Florida, Sour Ales, Taproom, Diversity

]]>2344ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-201-water-chemistry-and-malt-production--56951522Little Animals Brewing, Brent Manning of Riverbend Malt House, and Andrew Zinn of Leveller Brewing.
A year ago,  Cates visited Belgium and came back inspired. After visiting through some of the worlds best breweries, drinking classic and carefully crafted saison, he wanted to make a beer that not only paid homage to those beers but to also impart a sense of place from Eastern Tennessee.  After trying a few recipes that didn’t yield the results he wanted, Cates reached out to Riverbend Malt House in neighboring North Carolina to help him create a pilsner malt that would mimic those from Belgium.   The idea, he said was to a local malt “tailored for diastatic and mixed fermentations, with higher protein and beta-glucans and built in minerality and buffering capacity.” Riverbend achieved this by creating a water profile that was rich in minerals that was used during the malting process.  Manning of Riverbend says the results yielded a malt that resists ph drop slightly better than usual, and allows for additional laxtic acid and potential ester precursors.  We’ll weave the whole story from start to finisih as Cates and Manning join the show with Andrew Zinn of Leveller Brewing, who has also been brewing with the malt.  
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• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Chris Cates, Andrew Zinn, Brent Manning
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Malt, Belgium, Water, Science, Pilsner, Saison, Tennessee, North Carolina

]]>06c9f714-25b3-4334-a22c-e0b5488bafd8Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is a malt centric episode at the intersection of brewer curiosity. In a moment I’ll be talking with Chris Cates of https://www.littleanimalsbrewery.com/, Brent Manning of https://riverbendmalt.com/, and Andrew Zinn...Little Animals Brewing, Brent Manning of Riverbend Malt House, and Andrew Zinn of Leveller Brewing.
A year ago,  Cates visited Belgium and came back inspired. After visiting through some of the worlds best breweries, drinking classic and carefully crafted saison, he wanted to make a beer that not only paid homage to those beers but to also impart a sense of place from Eastern Tennessee.  After trying a few recipes that didn’t yield the results he wanted, Cates reached out to Riverbend Malt House in neighboring North Carolina to help him create a pilsner malt that would mimic those from Belgium.   The idea, he said was to a local malt “tailored for diastatic and mixed fermentations, with higher protein and beta-glucans and built in minerality and buffering capacity.” Riverbend achieved this by creating a water profile that was rich in minerals that was used during the malting process.  Manning of Riverbend says the results yielded a malt that resists ph drop slightly better than usual, and allows for additional laxtic acid and potential ester precursors.  We’ll weave the whole story from start to finisih as Cates and Manning join the show with Andrew Zinn of Leveller Brewing, who has also been brewing with the malt.  
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• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Chris Cates, Andrew Zinn, Brent Manning
• Sponsors: Shopify, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Malt, Belgium, Water, Science, Pilsner, Saison, Tennessee, North Carolina

]]>3372ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-200-the-beer-initiative-to-promote-9-8-8-the-national-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline--56863093Guests Jon Lane of O.H.S.O brewing in Arizona and Russ Klisch of the Lakefront Brewery in Wisconson discuss the beer initiative around 9-8-8, the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This episode will specifically be talking about self-harm experiences and prevention. Lane has lost family and friends to suicide, and, as you’ll hear, even had ideations himself. He credits the volunteer he spoke with after dialing 988 for saving his life. 
Not everyone knows about the number and the service and Lane wanted to raise awareness and to shine light on the importance of mental health and saving lives. The 9-8-8 beer initiative helps breakdown barriers and bring suicide prevention to the forefront of conversations. Lakefront Brewery released its beer, Save A Weiss, earlier in September. If you are having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the Lifeline. Additionally, in the United States you can visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for a list of services. Individual countries also have their own resources. 

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Jon Lane and Russ Klisch 
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Weather, Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Recipes

]]>0228dcc3-7b55-4bcf-84f1-fb97e998e68dWed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis episode will specifically be talking about self-harm experiences and prevention.  Guests Jon Lane of O.H.S.O brewing in Arizona and Russ Klisch of the Lakefront Brewery in Wisconson discuss the beer initiative around 9-8-8, the national Suicide...Guests Jon Lane of O.H.S.O brewing in Arizona and Russ Klisch of the Lakefront Brewery in Wisconson discuss the beer initiative around 9-8-8, the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This episode will specifically be talking about self-harm experiences and prevention. Lane has lost family and friends to suicide, and, as you’ll hear, even had ideations himself. He credits the volunteer he spoke with after dialing 988 for saving his life. 
Not everyone knows about the number and the service and Lane wanted to raise awareness and to shine light on the importance of mental health and saving lives. The 9-8-8 beer initiative helps breakdown barriers and bring suicide prevention to the forefront of conversations. Lakefront Brewery released its beer, Save A Weiss, earlier in September. If you are having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the Lifeline. Additionally, in the United States you can visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for a list of services. Individual countries also have their own resources. 

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Jon Lane and Russ Klisch 
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Weather, Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Recipes

]]>2343ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-199-eric-desmarais-and-alexandra-nowell-of-cls-farms--56784020CLS Farm in Yakima is here to share their insight. Mid-september means the hop harvest is in full swing in the Pacific Northewest, and to get insight on what is happening with the harvest I’m so pleased to be joined by Eric Desmarais, the 4th generation owner of CLS Farms in Yakima and Alexandra Nowell the technical brewing advisor to the farm.  They’ve been busy taking stock of all that’s happening amid the acres and running sensory and talking with brewers. They’ve also been looking at the calendar and taking stock on the aromas and flavors that the hops present when they are picked.  It’s something that gets a good amount of attention these days.   Earlier this year they hosted a seminar titled "Finding the Edges: The Intersection of Art and Science Hop Picking Windows," and were joined by Tom Nielsen of Sierra Nevada, and Stephanie Conn of VGF Farms.  The seminar explored the diversity of hop aromas that can develop based on when a variety is harvested and in this conversation they will share details on that and what they have additionally learned this season.  How does harvest time impact the flavor of the hops? One example that CLS found that harvesting El Dorado towards the end of September brings out its tropical and candy aromas whereas early harvested El Dorado has more citrus and melon character.   It’s a fascinating subject and science.]]>6fd3075d-e214-43b9-962e-4e9fd0ccbce2Wed, 13 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollOut to Washington this week for an update on the 2023 Hop Crop and to hear how the timing of the harvest impacts flavor and aroma. Eric Desmarais and Alexandra Nowell of https://clsfarms.com/ in Yakima is here to share their insight. Mid-september...CLS Farm in Yakima is here to share their insight. Mid-september means the hop harvest is in full swing in the Pacific Northewest, and to get insight on what is happening with the harvest I’m so pleased to be joined by Eric Desmarais, the 4th generation owner of CLS Farms in Yakima and Alexandra Nowell the technical brewing advisor to the farm.  They’ve been busy taking stock of all that’s happening amid the acres and running sensory and talking with brewers. They’ve also been looking at the calendar and taking stock on the aromas and flavors that the hops present when they are picked.  It’s something that gets a good amount of attention these days.   Earlier this year they hosted a seminar titled "Finding the Edges: The Intersection of Art and Science Hop Picking Windows," and were joined by Tom Nielsen of Sierra Nevada, and Stephanie Conn of VGF Farms.  The seminar explored the diversity of hop aromas that can develop based on when a variety is harvested and in this conversation they will share details on that and what they have additionally learned this season.  How does harvest time impact the flavor of the hops? One example that CLS found that harvesting El Dorado towards the end of September brings out its tropical and candy aromas whereas early harvested El Dorado has more citrus and melon character.   It’s a fascinating subject and science.]]>3183ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-the-all-about-beer-podcast-ipa-through-time--56706872Ron Pattinson
Ron Pattinson is a British beer writer and historian who lives in Amsterdam. He has wasted the last two decades of his twilight years researching and obsessing over many beer-related topics.On his Shut up About Barclay Perkins blog, he writes in excruciating detail about beer history, mostly of British beer styles, with excursions across the Channel into German Austrian, Dutch and Scandinavian beer history. The books he has authored on beer history are almost innumerable. They are mostly significant for their single-word titles, such as "Porter!", "Mild!" and "Bitter!" and their enormous page count. His published works include a book on brewing historic beers called "The Home Brewer's Guide to Vintage Beer" and the definitive work on Scottish beer and brewing, the snappily-titled "Scotland! vol. 2". The few copies of his books to be sold mostly reside in brewers' offices. He is married and the father of two sons in their twenties, neither of whom have yet bothered to move out, despite numerous hints.
Mike Karnowski
Mike Karnowski is the owner/brewer at Zebulon Artisan Ales in Weaverville that he rubs with his wife Gabrielle. He is the author of Homebrew: Beyond The Basics, home brewer since 1986, historical beer enthusiast.
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Estrella Galicia
Estrella Galicia is an independent, family-owned brewery  in northwest Spain, founded in 1906.Estrella Galicia Cerveza Especial is a world class lager, brewed using the finest Spanish malts, locally  cultivated Galician hops and the best brewing practices, in a state-of-the-art facility in A Coruna. Recognized around the world for quality and exceptional character. Estrella Galicia is “A beer like no other.”
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.

• Hosts: Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guests: Ron Pattinson, Mike Karnowski
• Sponsors: Estrella Galicia, Yakima Valley Hops, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, IPA, History, Hops

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
]]>8cd9c50d-1ab6-4202-a7f6-8d78b7cdfb73Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollIndia pale ale is the style that built craft beer.  With bold, hoppy flavors, it was distinctive and different and tantalized tastebuds of craft beer drinkers. IPA is a historic style, but historic doesn’t mean static.  Yes, there are many modern...Ron Pattinson
Ron Pattinson is a British beer writer and historian who lives in Amsterdam. He has wasted the last two decades of his twilight years researching and obsessing over many beer-related topics.On his Shut up About Barclay Perkins blog, he writes in excruciating detail about beer history, mostly of British beer styles, with excursions across the Channel into German Austrian, Dutch and Scandinavian beer history. The books he has authored on beer history are almost innumerable. They are mostly significant for their single-word titles, such as "Porter!", "Mild!" and "Bitter!" and their enormous page count. His published works include a book on brewing historic beers called "The Home Brewer's Guide to Vintage Beer" and the definitive work on Scottish beer and brewing, the snappily-titled "Scotland! vol. 2". The few copies of his books to be sold mostly reside in brewers' offices. He is married and the father of two sons in their twenties, neither of whom have yet bothered to move out, despite numerous hints.
Mike Karnowski
Mike Karnowski is the owner/brewer at Zebulon Artisan Ales in Weaverville that he rubs with his wife Gabrielle. He is the author of Homebrew: Beyond The Basics, home brewer since 1986, historical beer enthusiast.
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Estrella Galicia
Estrella Galicia is an independent, family-owned brewery  in northwest Spain, founded in 1906.Estrella Galicia Cerveza Especial is a world class lager, brewed using the finest Spanish malts, locally  cultivated Galician hops and the best brewing practices, in a state-of-the-art facility in A Coruna. Recognized around the world for quality and exceptional character. Estrella Galicia is “A beer like no other.”
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.

• Hosts: Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guests: Ron Pattinson, Mike Karnowski
• Sponsors: Estrella Galicia, Yakima Valley Hops, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, IPA, History, Hops

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
]]>5103ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-198-ami-parrino-of-florida-avenue-brewing--56637545This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Ami Parrino
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Sensory, Pairings, Food, Beer Weeks, Pink Boots

]]>7d79dfb4-a5ff-458d-8b75-b62c47d3305bWed, 30 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollDuring the Florida Brewers Guild Conference a few weeks ago I had the chance to meet a lot of dedicated professionals and folks working to bring deeper meaning to beer.  One such person is Ami Parrino the Laboratory Manager at Florida Avenue Brewing...This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Ami Parrino
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Sensory, Pairings, Food, Beer Weeks, Pink Boots

]]>2426ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-197-live-from-jack-s-abby-craft-lagers--56563492Recorded on location at Jack's Abby Craft Lagers in Framingham, Massachusetts.
 With special guests: Jennifer Glanville Love of Boston Beer, Sam Hendler of Jack's Abby Brewing, and Adam Romanow of Castle Island Brewing. This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Hosts: John Holl and Andy Crouch
• Guests: Jennifer Glanville Love, Sam Hendler, Adam Romanow
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Massachusetts, Lager, Seasonal, Oktoberfest, Legislation

]]>42a72bf0-156d-4e2d-9869-c6bd0040deb6Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA special live audience episode of the podcast co-hosted by John Holl and Andy Crouch. Recorded on location at Jack's Abby Craft Lagers in Framingham, Massachusetts.  With special guests: Jennifer Glanville Love of Boston Beer, Sam Hendler of Jack's...Recorded on location at Jack's Abby Craft Lagers in Framingham, Massachusetts.
 With special guests: Jennifer Glanville Love of Boston Beer, Sam Hendler of Jack's Abby Brewing, and Adam Romanow of Castle Island Brewing. This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Hosts: John Holl and Andy Crouch
• Guests: Jennifer Glanville Love, Sam Hendler, Adam Romanow
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Massachusetts, Lager, Seasonal, Oktoberfest, Legislation

]]>3992ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-196-randy-mosher-and-your-tasting-brain--56482568No matter how long you have been around beer, thinking about beer, drinking beer, listening about or talking about beer, there is always something new to learn.  This is especially true when around Randy Mosher. He’s the celebrated writer behind classic books like Tasting Beer, and a talented brewer and recipe developer.  Last month he was in Orlando, giving the keynote address at the Florida Guild Conference, a stellar event put on by now former director Sean Nordquist. Over the course of 90 minutes, Mosher walked attendees through the sensory systems.  He sat down with me afterwards for a conversation that picked up on that talk, and the info he plans to put into his forthcoming book:  Your Tasting Brain: How it Works and How to Use it Taste, smell and mouthfeel represent fully half of our sensory systems, but we barely notice them most of the time, he says.   Using the simple act of tasting to slice through the new science, this book – which he hopes will publish next year -  brings the science to life and illuminates just how complex, finely tuned and superbly functional these senses are.  School is in session. Professor Mosher is ready to teach.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Randy Mosher
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Tasting, Recipes, Sensory, Aroma

]]>408fd227-e1dc-464b-b056-ff2e53141d6eWed, 16 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollStrap in, because we’re going on a ride, deep into flavor, our senses and what Randy Mosher calls “Your Tasting Brain.” No matter how long you have been around beer, thinking about beer, drinking beer, listening about or talking about beer, there is...No matter how long you have been around beer, thinking about beer, drinking beer, listening about or talking about beer, there is always something new to learn.  This is especially true when around Randy Mosher. He’s the celebrated writer behind classic books like Tasting Beer, and a talented brewer and recipe developer.  Last month he was in Orlando, giving the keynote address at the Florida Guild Conference, a stellar event put on by now former director Sean Nordquist. Over the course of 90 minutes, Mosher walked attendees through the sensory systems.  He sat down with me afterwards for a conversation that picked up on that talk, and the info he plans to put into his forthcoming book:  Your Tasting Brain: How it Works and How to Use it Taste, smell and mouthfeel represent fully half of our sensory systems, but we barely notice them most of the time, he says.   Using the simple act of tasting to slice through the new science, this book – which he hopes will publish next year -  brings the science to life and illuminates just how complex, finely tuned and superbly functional these senses are.  School is in session. Professor Mosher is ready to teach.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Randy Mosher
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Tasting, Recipes, Sensory, Aroma

]]>3818ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-195-first-magnitude-brewing--56409719As for the beers, they are pretty darn good, including one that I enjoyed during the show: Drift, a session brown ale. What’s a session brown? Keep listening.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Christine and John Denny
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Water, Sustainability, English Mild

]]>647d3be4-f393-4886-b855-ec680f6ad891Wed, 09 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA lot of breweries talk about sustainability and environmental practices, but few are as committed as Florida’s First Magnitude. This week on the show it’s a conversation with Christine and John Denny, the founders of the brewery.Located in...As for the beers, they are pretty darn good, including one that I enjoyed during the show: Drift, a session brown ale. What’s a session brown? Keep listening.  This Episode is Sponsored By:
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Christine and John Denny
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, Florida, Water, Sustainability, English Mild

]]>2924ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-194-weihenstephan-and-jack-s-abby--56342636Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Matthias Ebner, Jack Hendler
• Sponsors: All About Beer, , Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Non-alcoholic, travel, festbier 

]]>dbd8594f-8427-42e5-a4c2-f278d49826fcWed, 02 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollLast Week Jack’s Abby, the Massachusetts-based lager brewery announced that it would soon be releasing a collaboration with Weihenstephan, the venerable German brewery.  It’s called Fest Of Both Worlds and it’s brewed with Pilsner and Munich malts...Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Matthias Ebner, Jack Hendler
• Sponsors: All About Beer, , Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Non-alcoholic, travel, festbier 

]]>3260ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-193-mandy-naglich-and-how-to-taste--56224913There are several books that exist that help us understand our brains and senses when it comes to tasting. Now, there is a new one to add to your shelf.  How to taste: a guide to discovering flavor and savoring life by Mandy Naglich was released a few weeks ago and is a fun, conversational, and thought provoking book that is worthy of your time and attention.   Mandy Naglich is an Advanced Cicerone, Certified Taster, and journalist. As a Certified Cider Professional and after completing all levels of WSET Spirits Mandy began to teach both consumers and professionals about flavor and service across the beverage alcohol category. Her wildly popular tasting classes sell out around the city and virtually. Mandy uses her experience tasting and studying beverages to report for outlets like Vice, Taste of Home, VinePair, and Wine Enthusiast. Her fans also follow her adventures around the world on her popular blog @drinkswithmandy.  This new book goes beyond just beer and that is to our benefit. This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Marcy McDonald, Paul Leone, Rob Fullmer
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Mental Health, Festivals, Travel

 ]]>c060238c-f3c4-4413-9963-0775f84b984cWed, 26 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe’re tasting all the time when it comes to beer and our drinking experiences. But there is always a chance to become better, to go deeper and layer in more thought. Mandy Naglich, is the author of the new book “How To Taste” and she is here to guide...There are several books that exist that help us understand our brains and senses when it comes to tasting. Now, there is a new one to add to your shelf.  How to taste: a guide to discovering flavor and savoring life by Mandy Naglich was released a few weeks ago and is a fun, conversational, and thought provoking book that is worthy of your time and attention.   Mandy Naglich is an Advanced Cicerone, Certified Taster, and journalist. As a Certified Cider Professional and after completing all levels of WSET Spirits Mandy began to teach both consumers and professionals about flavor and service across the beverage alcohol category. Her wildly popular tasting classes sell out around the city and virtually. Mandy uses her experience tasting and studying beverages to report for outlets like Vice, Taste of Home, VinePair, and Wine Enthusiast. Her fans also follow her adventures around the world on her popular blog @drinkswithmandy.  This new book goes beyond just beer and that is to our benefit. This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Marcy McDonald, Paul Leone, Rob Fullmer
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Mental Health, Festivals, Travel

 ]]>3072ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-192-brewing-guild-directors-discuss-a-decade-of-beer--56148067It’s amazing how much has changed in the beer industry in 10 years. We’ve seen the rise of the Hazy IPA all while the the number of operating breweries exploded. Trends have come and gone and mergers and closures dot the landscape. Perspective helps us appreciate where we are and where we can go by examining where we’ve been. Today, three state brewer guild directors: Rob Fullmer of Arizona, Mary MacDonald of Ohio, and Paul Leone of New York are here for a chat about what is happening in their states and what it means for beer in general. All three are celebrating a decade on the job, and with that time comes, yes, perspective. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Marcy McDonald, Paul Leone, Rob Fullmer
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Mental Health, Festivals, Travel

 ]]>692297bc-14e1-44f5-9e6c-d4d675d72dcfWed, 19 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollPerspective is important when it comes to enjoying beer and understanding the industry. This episode features a panel comprised of directors of three state brewing guilds. It’s amazing how much has changed in the beer industry in 10 years. We’ve seen...It’s amazing how much has changed in the beer industry in 10 years. We’ve seen the rise of the Hazy IPA all while the the number of operating breweries exploded. Trends have come and gone and mergers and closures dot the landscape. Perspective helps us appreciate where we are and where we can go by examining where we’ve been. Today, three state brewer guild directors: Rob Fullmer of Arizona, Mary MacDonald of Ohio, and Paul Leone of New York are here for a chat about what is happening in their states and what it means for beer in general. All three are celebrating a decade on the job, and with that time comes, yes, perspective. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.
Denver Rare Beer Tasting
If you plan to be in Colorado in a few weeks for the Great American Beer Festival you need to check out the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. It happens on September 22nd and brings together 64 of America's best craft breweries all for a great cause -- the Pints for Prostates campaign. The beer list is incredible, packed with rare, exotic and vintage beers you won't find anywhere else. These are legendary beers the breweries hold back just for the Denver Rare Beer Tasting. This is a bucket list event for both beer fans and brewers. You can get a look at the beer list and find more information at pintsforprostates.org. All-inclusive tickets are $200 and include unlimited beer samples, a great buffet lunch, t-shirt, tasting glass and program. Money raised goes to the fight against prostate cancer including a free health screening before the event, a simple blood test that checks for common health issues that might just save your life. That's the Denver Rare Beer Tasting -- Drinking Beer and Saving Lives.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Marcy McDonald, Paul Leone, Rob Fullmer
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops, Pints for Prostates
• Tags: Beer, History, Mental Health, Festivals, Travel

 ]]>5054ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-191-sandy-boss-febbo-of-bang-brewing--56067899Bang Brewery and she’ll explain. 
 I love hearing about breweries that are not trying to be everything to every one. The ones that were founded with a sense of purpose and continue to stick with it. Headed into the craft brewers converence in 2022 in Minneapolis, I heard about Bang Brewing, just over the river in St. Paul. It's an all organic brewery, with a low profile, robust local following, and a strong sense of identity.  Sandy Boss Febbo is the co-owner and co-brewer of Bang Brewing, with her husband Jay. The brewery opened in 2013 after the pair spent a fair amount of time homebrewing and honing recipes. A decade later the brewery is still committed to the original plan: to produce lagers and ale with only sustainably farmed, all-organic ingredients.  The brewery is located in a custom built pre-fabricated grain bin that also houses the taproom. The grounds feature rain gardents, a prairie beer garden, and is dotted with the unwavering focus on environmental responsibility and sustainability. Sandy and Jay are founders of the Organic Brewers Alliance, members of the NRDC’s Brewers For Clean Water Campaign, Partner Member of the Artisan Grain Collaborative, and Patagonia Provisions Partner Brewer.

For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Sandy Boss Febbo
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops
• Tags: Beer, Minnesota, Grain, Sustainability, Kernza, Process, Farming, History

 ]]>a26e2996-1316-4d1c-a48d-ec4f3af5c68aWed, 12 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollWhat’s it like being an organic brewery in 2023? Harder than you might think, but getting a little better. My guest is Sandy Boss Febbo of Minnesota’s https://www.bangbrewing.com/ and she’ll explain.   I love hearing about breweries that are not...Bang Brewery and she’ll explain. 
 I love hearing about breweries that are not trying to be everything to every one. The ones that were founded with a sense of purpose and continue to stick with it. Headed into the craft brewers converence in 2022 in Minneapolis, I heard about Bang Brewing, just over the river in St. Paul. It's an all organic brewery, with a low profile, robust local following, and a strong sense of identity.  Sandy Boss Febbo is the co-owner and co-brewer of Bang Brewing, with her husband Jay. The brewery opened in 2013 after the pair spent a fair amount of time homebrewing and honing recipes. A decade later the brewery is still committed to the original plan: to produce lagers and ale with only sustainably farmed, all-organic ingredients.  The brewery is located in a custom built pre-fabricated grain bin that also houses the taproom. The grounds feature rain gardents, a prairie beer garden, and is dotted with the unwavering focus on environmental responsibility and sustainability. Sandy and Jay are founders of the Organic Brewers Alliance, members of the NRDC’s Brewers For Clean Water Campaign, Partner Member of the Artisan Grain Collaborative, and Patagonia Provisions Partner Brewer.

For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.
This Episode is Sponsored By:
Yakima Valley Hops
Looking for an easy hop sourcing experience? Yakima Valley Hops offers the finest quality hops from right here in our Valley and premium growing regions around the world. Get the hops you need when you need them, with ultra-fast shipping and awesome customer service. With a full line of liquid hop products and all your favorite varieties, no contracts are needed to brew with the best. Shop now at YakimaValleyHops.com.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Sandy Boss Febbo
• Sponsors: All About Beer, Yakima Valley Hops
• Tags: Beer, Minnesota, Grain, Sustainability, Kernza, Process, Farming, History

 ]]>3099ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-190-scott-ungermann-and-reflections-on-anchor-brewing--55999100Anchor Brewing pulling back it’s distribution to just California and discontinuing Our Special Ale, it’s Christmas offering, had me thinking about the brewery’s place in history and its impact.
Scott Ungermann, the former brewmaster of Anchor is here to talk about all that and more.
A few weeks ago Dave Infante, of the excellent Fingers Newsletter broke the news that broke hearts: Anchor Brewing, the venerable San Francisco Brewery, the makers of Steam Beer, and now owned by Sapporo, were pulling back its distribution to focus solely on California – already its biggest market – and would be discontinuing it’s annual Christmas tradition beer: Our Special Ale.  “Our Special Ale has always been a bizarre beer,” wrote my colleague Andy Crouch on All About Beer. “It was never particularly popular but it had tradition, pedigree, history and therefore loomed large in American craft beer.” It’s a loss and in an eulogy of sorts, Scott Ungermann, who was the brewmaster and VP of Production of Anchor from 2014 until 2020 is here to talk about his relationship with the brewery and that particular beer.  Anchor has always been part of his beer DNA. A tour of the brewery when he was in college inspired a homebrewing hobby, which led to a degree from University of California Davis, and then a long career with Anheuser-Busch, including a stretch at it’s Newark NJ facility, before a chance conversation and a long simmering desire brought him to the top beer job at Anchor.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Scott Ungermann
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, California, Anchor, Lager, Christmas, Process, IPA, History

 ]]>ca58981f-6c86-42c8-a100-fc8aad8e94c0Wed, 05 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe recent news about https://www.anchorbrewing.com/ pulling back it’s distribution to just California and discontinuing Our Special Ale, it’s Christmas offering, had me thinking about the brewery’s place in history and its impact. Scott Ungermann,...Anchor Brewing pulling back it’s distribution to just California and discontinuing Our Special Ale, it’s Christmas offering, had me thinking about the brewery’s place in history and its impact.
Scott Ungermann, the former brewmaster of Anchor is here to talk about all that and more.
A few weeks ago Dave Infante, of the excellent Fingers Newsletter broke the news that broke hearts: Anchor Brewing, the venerable San Francisco Brewery, the makers of Steam Beer, and now owned by Sapporo, were pulling back its distribution to focus solely on California – already its biggest market – and would be discontinuing it’s annual Christmas tradition beer: Our Special Ale.  “Our Special Ale has always been a bizarre beer,” wrote my colleague Andy Crouch on All About Beer. “It was never particularly popular but it had tradition, pedigree, history and therefore loomed large in American craft beer.” It’s a loss and in an eulogy of sorts, Scott Ungermann, who was the brewmaster and VP of Production of Anchor from 2014 until 2020 is here to talk about his relationship with the brewery and that particular beer.  Anchor has always been part of his beer DNA. A tour of the brewery when he was in college inspired a homebrewing hobby, which led to a degree from University of California Davis, and then a long career with Anheuser-Busch, including a stretch at it’s Newark NJ facility, before a chance conversation and a long simmering desire brought him to the top beer job at Anchor.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Scott Ungermann
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, California, Anchor, Lager, Christmas, Process, IPA, History

 ]]>3021ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-189-eric-tennant-of-benchtop-brewery--55340301Occasionally beer gets sent to the home office here and on the afternoons when the schedule is clear and I’m in the mood for some refreshment, I open a few and let my mind wonder.  A recent box from Benchtop brewing in Virginia got my taste buds and mind working over time in the best possible way, so I asked Eric Tennant the founder of the brewery to come on the show.  He’s  Native of North Carolina and NC State Alumni with a Bachelors Degree in Food Science.  After 15 years experience in the food and beverage industry as an R&D Scientist where he created a US Patented process for a major food manufacturer. During those years working as a food scientist he was also focusing on quality control, process improvements, and consumer insights fields. When he left the food industry he was able to apply his technical skill and knowledge to producing delicious, innovative, and many times, culinary inspired beers.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Eric Tennant
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Virginia, Science, Lager, Creativity, Process

]]>8cc8bd7a-29c3-4b02-84f4-3a39586e4e40Wed, 28 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe’re talking about food science, quality control, and the relationship to beer with Eric Tennant, the founder and master brewer of Virginia’s Benchtop Brewing.  Occasionally beer gets sent to the home office here and on the afternoons when the...Occasionally beer gets sent to the home office here and on the afternoons when the schedule is clear and I’m in the mood for some refreshment, I open a few and let my mind wonder.  A recent box from Benchtop brewing in Virginia got my taste buds and mind working over time in the best possible way, so I asked Eric Tennant the founder of the brewery to come on the show.  He’s  Native of North Carolina and NC State Alumni with a Bachelors Degree in Food Science.  After 15 years experience in the food and beverage industry as an R&D Scientist where he created a US Patented process for a major food manufacturer. During those years working as a food scientist he was also focusing on quality control, process improvements, and consumer insights fields. When he left the food industry he was able to apply his technical skill and knowledge to producing delicious, innovative, and many times, culinary inspired beers.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Eric Tennant
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Virginia, Science, Lager, Creativity, Process

]]>2793ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-188-ryan-sentz-of-funky-buddha-brewery--54559695There’s an interesting trend happening in beer these days. Small breweries that had sold to larger brewing companies are regaining their independence. The founders of Three Weavers in California re-purchased the brewery from Fireman Capital. 21st Amendment Brewery ended it’s agreement with Brooklyn Brewery. And in the last month we’ve seen Appalachian Mountain Breweryfounders purchase the brewery back from Anheuser-Busch InBev and Florida’s Funky Buddha going independent after a purchase from Constellation Brands.  Ryan Sentz, a co-founder of the brewery is my guest this week and he talks me through the early days of the brewery, the decision to sell in the first place and what life and business was like under Constellation. 
Constellation made a push into the craft space a few years ago with the splashy and billion dollar purchase of Ballast Point followed by Funky Buddha. The acquisition did not go as planned and after some devaluations Constellation sold Ballast Point to Kings and Convicts.  At that point, Sentz, who stayed on with Funky Buddha, knew that the brewery he founded could be next. He and his brother KC decided to make the move to re-acquire their brewery. 
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Ryan Sentz
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Business, Homebrewing, Creativity, Florida

]]>7939b4d7-6fab-4c3d-a6d0-230f01a5438cWed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollRyan Sentz is here this week to talk about how he and his brother bought back Funky Buddha, the Florida Brewery they sold to Constellation Brands six years ago.  There’s an interesting trend happening in beer these days. Small breweries that had sold...There’s an interesting trend happening in beer these days. Small breweries that had sold to larger brewing companies are regaining their independence. The founders of Three Weavers in California re-purchased the brewery from Fireman Capital. 21st Amendment Brewery ended it’s agreement with Brooklyn Brewery. And in the last month we’ve seen Appalachian Mountain Breweryfounders purchase the brewery back from Anheuser-Busch InBev and Florida’s Funky Buddha going independent after a purchase from Constellation Brands.  Ryan Sentz, a co-founder of the brewery is my guest this week and he talks me through the early days of the brewery, the decision to sell in the first place and what life and business was like under Constellation. 
Constellation made a push into the craft space a few years ago with the splashy and billion dollar purchase of Ballast Point followed by Funky Buddha. The acquisition did not go as planned and after some devaluations Constellation sold Ballast Point to Kings and Convicts.  At that point, Sentz, who stayed on with Funky Buddha, knew that the brewery he founded could be next. He and his brother KC decided to make the move to re-acquire their brewery. 
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Ryan Sentz
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Business, Homebrewing, Creativity, Florida

]]>3390ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brewer-to-brewer-shaun-o-sullivan-and-mitch-steele--54364519"This week I’m pleased to share with you a recent episode of the Brewer to Brewer Podcast, which runs on the All About Beer channel.  Shaun O’Sullivan of 21st Amendment interviews Mitch Steele of New Realm Brewing. The duo discuss Steele’s career and he shares insight into his time working for Anheuser-Busch at the dawn of craft beer and the movements made to address and combat the upstarts. It’s a fascinating look into business and history and I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I did."]]>e19db63d-f2cf-4c2e-a64b-5be505c8c202Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA note from John Holl:  "This week I’m pleased to share with you a recent episode of the Brewer to Brewer Podcast, which runs on the All About Beer channel.  Shaun O’Sullivan of 21st Amendment interviews Mitch Steele of New Realm Brewing. The duo..."This week I’m pleased to share with you a recent episode of the Brewer to Brewer Podcast, which runs on the All About Beer channel.  Shaun O’Sullivan of 21st Amendment interviews Mitch Steele of New Realm Brewing. The duo discuss Steele’s career and he shares insight into his time working for Anheuser-Busch at the dawn of craft beer and the movements made to address and combat the upstarts. It’s a fascinating look into business and history and I hope you enjoy listening to this conversation as much as I did."]]>4312ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-187-averie-swanson-at-funk-fest--54123553Keeping Together is on the show this week in a conversation recorded last month at Funk Fest in Nashville, TN. We’re talking about saison, building a new brewery, and the creative process.
Swanson is one of the most talented and thoughtful brewers in the U.S. today and her career path is well known. Going from a volunteer at Jester King in Austin to its head brewer in just four years before leaving several years ago to start a new venture called Keeping Together. Originally operating out of Chicago it was focused on mixed culture, rustic, Belgian-inspired beers.  Now, she and her partner Pat Fahey have purchased a property in New Mexico and plans to open a brewery and tasting room. Over the last year she has been thinking about  new iterations of her beer, specialty ingredients, becoming part of a new community, and the experiences that come with new beginnings and space.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Averie Swanson
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Ingredients, Travel, Saison, Creativity 

]]>b702046b-b013-4dc3-b0d5-21f43695582eWed, 07 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollAverie Swanson of https://www.keepingtogether.com/ is on the show this week in a conversation recorded last month at https://yazoobrew.com/ in Nashville, TN. We’re talking about saison, building a new brewery, and the creative process. Swanson is one...Keeping Together is on the show this week in a conversation recorded last month at Funk Fest in Nashville, TN. We’re talking about saison, building a new brewery, and the creative process.
Swanson is one of the most talented and thoughtful brewers in the U.S. today and her career path is well known. Going from a volunteer at Jester King in Austin to its head brewer in just four years before leaving several years ago to start a new venture called Keeping Together. Originally operating out of Chicago it was focused on mixed culture, rustic, Belgian-inspired beers.  Now, she and her partner Pat Fahey have purchased a property in New Mexico and plans to open a brewery and tasting room. Over the last year she has been thinking about  new iterations of her beer, specialty ingredients, becoming part of a new community, and the experiences that come with new beginnings and space.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Averie Swanson
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Ingredients, Travel, Saison, Creativity 

]]>2807ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-186-garrett-oliver-at-funk-fest-2023--54048877As any good beer fan knows, he is the brewmaster of The Brooklyn Brewery, the author of The Brewmaster’s Table, and the Editor-in-Chief of The Oxford Companion to Beer. He has been brewing craft beer since 1989 and is a veteran of over 1000 beer dinners and tastings in 16 countries. An original board member of Slow Food USA, he later went on to become a Councilor of Slow Food International.
In 2014 Garrett was the recipient of the James Beard Award as the country's top drinks professional.  In 2020 he founded the Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing and Distilling (MJF), a 501(c)(3) grant-making non-profit organization that funds scholarships for technical education in the brewing and distilling fields for people of color. In 2022, Garrett was "enthroned" by the Knights of The Brewer's Fork of Belgium, descendants of the ancient brewer's guild. 
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Vinnie Cilurzo
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Ingredients, Travel, Michael Jackson

]]>9fb4d48a-f09a-469d-9b25-1144217ce23eWed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week the show is  back in Nashville for the second of three conversations recorded before a crowd at Funk Fest, the amazing event hosted by Yzoo Brewing and Embrace the Funk. Mr. Garrett Oliver the Brewmaster of the Brooklyn Brewery is the guest....As any good beer fan knows, he is the brewmaster of The Brooklyn Brewery, the author of The Brewmaster’s Table, and the Editor-in-Chief of The Oxford Companion to Beer. He has been brewing craft beer since 1989 and is a veteran of over 1000 beer dinners and tastings in 16 countries. An original board member of Slow Food USA, he later went on to become a Councilor of Slow Food International.
In 2014 Garrett was the recipient of the James Beard Award as the country's top drinks professional.  In 2020 he founded the Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing and Distilling (MJF), a 501(c)(3) grant-making non-profit organization that funds scholarships for technical education in the brewing and distilling fields for people of color. In 2022, Garrett was "enthroned" by the Knights of The Brewer's Fork of Belgium, descendants of the ancient brewer's guild. 
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Vinnie Cilurzo
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, History, Ingredients, Travel, Michael Jackson

]]>3430ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-185-camp-rauchbier-2023--53980553This Week in Rauchbier as we celebrate Memorial Day Weekend 2023 with a visit to Camp Rauchbier.
Recorded at Barrique Brewing and Blending in Nashville, Tennessee before a live and enthusiastic audience John Holl is joined by Spencer Longhurst in the co-host chair. Guests include Jack Hendler of Jack's Abby Craft Lagers and Khristopher Johnson of Green Bench Brewery.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Hosts: John Holl and Spencer Longhurst
• Guests: Jack Hendler, Khristopher Johnson
• Tags: beer, craft beer, rauchbier, smoke, Memorial Day, Nashville

Music for this episode:
NewsSting by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newsstingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
]]>6c100406-ffee-4d9a-a13c-a3544c76ebe0Wed, 24 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is a special edition of https://allaboutbeer.com/this-week-in-rauchbier-2023/ as we celebrate Memorial Day Weekend 2023 with a visit to Camp Rauchbier. Recorded at http://barriquebrewing.com/ in Nashville, Tennessee before a live and...This Week in Rauchbier as we celebrate Memorial Day Weekend 2023 with a visit to Camp Rauchbier.
Recorded at Barrique Brewing and Blending in Nashville, Tennessee before a live and enthusiastic audience John Holl is joined by Spencer Longhurst in the co-host chair. Guests include Jack Hendler of Jack's Abby Craft Lagers and Khristopher Johnson of Green Bench Brewery.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Hosts: John Holl and Spencer Longhurst
• Guests: Jack Hendler, Khristopher Johnson
• Tags: beer, craft beer, rauchbier, smoke, Memorial Day, Nashville

Music for this episode:
NewsSting by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newsstingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
]]>1803ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-184-vinnie-cilurzo-at-funk-fest-2023--53905239Cilurzo talks about the relationship between wine and beer, dialing in acidity, and surprises and delights with pours of four-day-old Pliny the Elder.
As one of the leading voices in hop-forward beers and proper barrel-aging he offers unparreled insights into what goes into making world class beer.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Vinnie Cilurzo
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Wine, IPA, California, Acidity, Styles

]]>0c9e6c7c-afb7-4b19-bc35-a925c80ae9a2Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA lively conversation over two beers with Vinnie Cilurzo recorded before a crowd at the 2023 Funk Fest in Nashville. Cilurzo talks about the relationship between wine and beer, dialing in acidity, and surprises and delights with pours of four-day-old...Cilurzo talks about the relationship between wine and beer, dialing in acidity, and surprises and delights with pours of four-day-old Pliny the Elder.
As one of the leading voices in hop-forward beers and proper barrel-aging he offers unparreled insights into what goes into making world class beer.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Vinnie Cilurzo
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Wine, IPA, California, Acidity, Styles

]]>2802ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-183-mary-and-brian-rooney-of-bks-artisan-ales--53802024BKS Artisan Ales in Brookside, Missouri. They are here to talk about consumer preferences, tinkering with styles, near endless choice, and the regionality of brewing.
A few weeks ago I had the chance to meet and chat with them. They were pouring as part of the Little Beer Festival and we had a lot of fun batting around ideas while I learned about their brewing philosophy and approach to hospitality.   They opened BKS in 2017 and the name comes from the commonly used abbreviation of the brookside neighborhood of Kansas City where the brewery is located.  Mary runs the front of the house and Brian works in the brewery. And despite what brewery’s full name, he’s also creating a multitude of lagers through the Pivo Project. We’ll get into that… and more.   For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Brian and Mary Rooney
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Missouri, IPA, Customers, Lagers, Styles

]]>5aa7109e-192f-45c8-90e0-f005d23fd1f4Wed, 10 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week on the show I’m glad to have Mary and Brian Rooney of https://bksartisanales.com/ in Brookside, Missouri. They are here to talk about consumer preferences, tinkering with styles, near endless choice, and the regionality of brewing. A few...BKS Artisan Ales in Brookside, Missouri. They are here to talk about consumer preferences, tinkering with styles, near endless choice, and the regionality of brewing.
A few weeks ago I had the chance to meet and chat with them. They were pouring as part of the Little Beer Festival and we had a lot of fun batting around ideas while I learned about their brewing philosophy and approach to hospitality.   They opened BKS in 2017 and the name comes from the commonly used abbreviation of the brookside neighborhood of Kansas City where the brewery is located.  Mary runs the front of the house and Brian works in the brewery. And despite what brewery’s full name, he’s also creating a multitude of lagers through the Pivo Project. We’ll get into that… and more.   For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Brian and Mary Rooney
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Missouri, IPA, Customers, Lagers, Styles

]]>2980ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-182-ted-mack-and-america-s-first-black-owned-brewery-the-rise-and-fall-of-peoples-beer--53724209There are some excellent history books about beer that exist in the world. Most will focus on broad categories, but there are some that do a deep dive into a single topic or person that really give us a sense of time, place, and purpose.  There are often lessons to be learned about where beer is today. 
 One such book is “Ted Mack and America's First Black Owned Brewery: The Rise and Fall of Peoples Beer.”  
This is from the blurb:  Born a sharecropper in rural Alabama in 1930, Theodore A. (Ted) Mack, Sr., fought in the Korean War and then played football at Ohio State while earning a college degree. Brewing and selling beer, he believed, would be just another peak to attain. 
 After all, it couldn’t be more challenging than his experience in organizing buses to the March on Washington or picketing segregated schools in Milwaukee.
This is the story of Mack’s purchase of Peoples Brewing Company in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Though he had carefully planned for the historic acquisition, he underestimated the subtle bigotry of Middle America, the corruption of the beer industry, and the failures of the federal government that plagued his ownership. Mack’s ownership of Peoples Brewing is an inspirational story of Black entrepreneurship, innovation and pride at a time when America was at an important racial justice crossroads.  The author is Clint Lanier. He’s is an assistant professor of English at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico. His writing about travel, history, food and drink has appeared in the Huffington Post, Eater, and Fodors.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Clinton R. Lanier, PhD
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Wisconsin, History, Taverns, Business, Books

]]>2c0bb70c-b576-430a-be5c-a9335cdd2fbfWed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA lot of the focus in beer today focuses on the now. There is a wealth of history that exists and on the show today I’m talking with Clint Lanier, the author of “Ted Mack and America's First Black Owned Brewery: The Rise and Fall of Peoples Beer.”...There are some excellent history books about beer that exist in the world. Most will focus on broad categories, but there are some that do a deep dive into a single topic or person that really give us a sense of time, place, and purpose.  There are often lessons to be learned about where beer is today. 
 One such book is “Ted Mack and America's First Black Owned Brewery: The Rise and Fall of Peoples Beer.”  
This is from the blurb:  Born a sharecropper in rural Alabama in 1930, Theodore A. (Ted) Mack, Sr., fought in the Korean War and then played football at Ohio State while earning a college degree. Brewing and selling beer, he believed, would be just another peak to attain. 
 After all, it couldn’t be more challenging than his experience in organizing buses to the March on Washington or picketing segregated schools in Milwaukee.
This is the story of Mack’s purchase of Peoples Brewing Company in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Though he had carefully planned for the historic acquisition, he underestimated the subtle bigotry of Middle America, the corruption of the beer industry, and the failures of the federal government that plagued his ownership. Mack’s ownership of Peoples Brewing is an inspirational story of Black entrepreneurship, innovation and pride at a time when America was at an important racial justice crossroads.  The author is Clint Lanier. He’s is an assistant professor of English at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico. His writing about travel, history, food and drink has appeared in the Huffington Post, Eater, and Fodors.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Clinton R. Lanier, PhD
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Wisconsin, History, Taverns, Business, Books

]]>2697ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-181-the-octatonic-collaboration--53648789Embrace the Funk, the wild and wooded side of Yazoo Brewing.  Brandon Jones, the brewer behind ETF called his friends – Vinnie Cilurzo of Russian River, Jason Perkins of Allagash, Jeffrey Stuffings of Jester King and Khristopher Johnson of Green Bench Brewing and they all agreed to lend their time, talent, and inspiration to the beer.  Then Jones got Jeff Mello of Bootleg Biology involved on the yeast side and Matt Albrecht of River Drive Cooperage to sort out the wood.  Everyone – minus Jason Perkins of Allagash – was able to jump into the zoom studios earlier this month to talk about the beer, how it all came together, and the spirt of collaboration among brewers and in the beer industry.
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Brandon Jones, Vinnie Cilurzo, Jeffrey Stuffings, Khristopher Johnson, Jeff Mello, Matt Albrecht
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, Collaboration, Yeast, Farming, Hops

]]>6ffddf47-03bd-4b38-89a0-0828a5015f22Wed, 26 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe Craft Brewers Conference is an annual event that brings brewers from around the world into a selected city for a few days of education, equipment buying, and camaraderie.  Brewers have also been using the occasion to get together in advance to...Embrace the Funk, the wild and wooded side of Yazoo Brewing.  Brandon Jones, the brewer behind ETF called his friends – Vinnie Cilurzo of Russian River, Jason Perkins of Allagash, Jeffrey Stuffings of Jester King and Khristopher Johnson of Green Bench Brewing and they all agreed to lend their time, talent, and inspiration to the beer.  Then Jones got Jeff Mello of Bootleg Biology involved on the yeast side and Matt Albrecht of River Drive Cooperage to sort out the wood.  Everyone – minus Jason Perkins of Allagash – was able to jump into the zoom studios earlier this month to talk about the beer, how it all came together, and the spirt of collaboration among brewers and in the beer industry.
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Brandon Jones, Vinnie Cilurzo, Jeffrey Stuffings, Khristopher Johnson, Jeff Mello, Matt Albrecht
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, Collaboration, Yeast, Farming, Hops

]]>3117ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-180-brewers-discuss-lagers-at-little-beer-festival--53577863It was a beautiful weather day in Duluth, Georgia last weekend as Good Word Brewing put on its third Little Beer Festival. Todd DiMatteo, who you’ve heard on this show, hosted a celebration of low ABV lagers and ales from top-notch brewers from around the country.
 The brewery has already set the date for Little Beer IV: Saturday April 13, 2024. It’s a perfect setting and a charming town just outside of Atlanta and if you’re serious about great beer and the people who make it, be sure to be there next year.
 
 
It’s not just beer drinking at this fest but also some education. Under the shade of a large tree in the middle of the green John Holl was able to sit down with four brewers of note to talk about their love of lagers and the steps they are taking to create delicious beers.
 
 
The panel includes:
 Lisa Allen of Heater Allen and Gold Dot Beer in Oregon,


Jeff Bagby of Bagby Beer in California;
Ashleigh Carter of Bierstadt Lagerhaus in Denver Colorado,
and


Eric Larkin of Cohesion Brewing in Denver. 
 
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Lisa Allen, Jeff Bagby, Ashleigh Carter, Eric Larkin
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, History, Tradition, Farming, Hops

]]>71ed57ee-01dd-4d07-b55e-43b470960b4bWed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollIt’s a love of lagers episode from four brewers that have fully embraced the traditions to the style and are working to have modern conversations in the space. You’ll hear from Bierstadt Lagerhaus, Bagby Beer, Heater Allen, and Cohesion Brewing. It...It was a beautiful weather day in Duluth, Georgia last weekend as Good Word Brewing put on its third Little Beer Festival. Todd DiMatteo, who you’ve heard on this show, hosted a celebration of low ABV lagers and ales from top-notch brewers from around the country.
 The brewery has already set the date for Little Beer IV: Saturday April 13, 2024. It’s a perfect setting and a charming town just outside of Atlanta and if you’re serious about great beer and the people who make it, be sure to be there next year.
 
 
It’s not just beer drinking at this fest but also some education. Under the shade of a large tree in the middle of the green John Holl was able to sit down with four brewers of note to talk about their love of lagers and the steps they are taking to create delicious beers.
 
 
The panel includes:
 Lisa Allen of Heater Allen and Gold Dot Beer in Oregon,


Jeff Bagby of Bagby Beer in California;
Ashleigh Carter of Bierstadt Lagerhaus in Denver Colorado,
and


Eric Larkin of Cohesion Brewing in Denver. 
 
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Lisa Allen, Jeff Bagby, Ashleigh Carter, Eric Larkin
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, History, Tradition, Farming, Hops

]]>3154ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-179-brewing-lagers-with-craft-malt--53509673This a special episode, recorded on location at the Craft Malt Conference that was recently held in Portland, Maine. It brings together three brewers from the Northeast to discuss their lager programs and how, when, and why they choose to use or not use craft malts in the development of their beer recipes.
Guests are Sean Towers from The Seed: A Living Beer Project, Michael Fava of Sacred Profane Brewery, and Justin Slotnick from Schilling Beer Co. Stay tuned until the end for great insight from Daniel Carey of New Glarus brewing.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Michael Fava, Sean Towers, Justin Slotnick
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, History, Tradition, Farming, Hops

]]>e1f61463-6fee-4eb2-a134-dd261106b3c9Wed, 12 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollIs craft lager having a moment? It’s certainly gained popularity on taproom menus around the country and is showing us the diversity of styles and flavors that can be enjoyed in this category. But where does craft malt fit into these styles that are...This a special episode, recorded on location at the Craft Malt Conference that was recently held in Portland, Maine. It brings together three brewers from the Northeast to discuss their lager programs and how, when, and why they choose to use or not use craft malts in the development of their beer recipes.
Guests are Sean Towers from The Seed: A Living Beer Project, Michael Fava of Sacred Profane Brewery, and Justin Slotnick from Schilling Beer Co. Stay tuned until the end for great insight from Daniel Carey of New Glarus brewing.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Michael Fava, Sean Towers, Justin Slotnick
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, Malt, History, Tradition, Farming, Hops

]]>3247ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-178-jim-koch-on-the-evolution-of-samuel-adams-boston-lager--53447697Rhonda Kallman were hand selling samples to accounts all over the city.  The beer, based in part on a historic Koch family recipe and further developed by Joseph Owades, a brewing scientist who is credited as the inventor of light beer, was seen as an alternative to the macro offerings of the early 1980s.  The beer won early accolades at the Great American Beer Festival in both the consumer preference polls and the formal judging. Top honors gave it bragging rights as “best beer in America,” something the brewery still uses in the beer’s marketing nearly 40 years later.  Boston Beer has grown. Brands like Angry Orchard Hard Cider, Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, and Dogfish Head are now all part of the company. Samuel Adams has released hundreds of beers, some that landed well with consumers, and others that faded quickly.  Boston Lager endured. On draft, in bottles and cans, and in every variety pack the brewery releases, the familiar lager is ever present. But as consumer preferences change, and technologies advance, and as brewers strive for a better version of their vision, the beer has evolved.  Koch shares insight on how hop harvest helped evolve the beer, and how historic brewing processes are being used to help the lager taste smoother. If it’s been a while since you last had a Boston Lager, now is a good time to give it a fresh try.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Jim Koch
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, History, Judging, Boston, Samuel Adams, Hops, Malt

]]>3d44c70b-e693-41e7-a7f6-b3e7e08ae238Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000John Holl2023 is looking to be an interesting year for legacy brewers in the U.S. We’re seeing closures and contractions, and changes to beloved brands.  Of course, the most noted right now is that New Belgium announced that it completely reformulated Fat...Rhonda Kallman were hand selling samples to accounts all over the city.  The beer, based in part on a historic Koch family recipe and further developed by Joseph Owades, a brewing scientist who is credited as the inventor of light beer, was seen as an alternative to the macro offerings of the early 1980s.  The beer won early accolades at the Great American Beer Festival in both the consumer preference polls and the formal judging. Top honors gave it bragging rights as “best beer in America,” something the brewery still uses in the beer’s marketing nearly 40 years later.  Boston Beer has grown. Brands like Angry Orchard Hard Cider, Twisted Tea, Truly Hard Seltzer, and Dogfish Head are now all part of the company. Samuel Adams has released hundreds of beers, some that landed well with consumers, and others that faded quickly.  Boston Lager endured. On draft, in bottles and cans, and in every variety pack the brewery releases, the familiar lager is ever present. But as consumer preferences change, and technologies advance, and as brewers strive for a better version of their vision, the beer has evolved.  Koch shares insight on how hop harvest helped evolve the beer, and how historic brewing processes are being used to help the lager taste smoother. If it’s been a while since you last had a Boston Lager, now is a good time to give it a fresh try.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Jim Koch
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Lager, History, Judging, Boston, Samuel Adams, Hops, Malt

]]>3020ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-week-in-rauchbier-2023--53408857 Our Brewers Roundtable goes deep into the smoke with Spencer Longhurst of Barrique Brewing & Blending, Logan Ackerley of Wallenpaupack Brewing, and Will Gomez of The Brew Bridge.
 Then Bart Watson of the Brewers Association joins us to share the latest growth and success of Rauchbier in the marketplace. 
Enjoy these audio smoky delights. 

Thanks to Hagen and Bill for the inspiration to do this show. Hear the genesis of This Week in Rauchbier on episode 5 of Drink Beer, Think Beer.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Spencer Longhurst, Will Gomez, Logan Ackerley, and Bart Watson.
• Tags: beer, craft beer, rauchbier, smoke, April Fool's Day

Music for this episode:
NewsSting by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newsstingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

]]>736fd608-d45a-4a1e-970c-c5ca7833a8a6Sat, 01 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollWelcome to This Week in Rauchbier for April 1, 2023.  Our Brewers Roundtable goes deep into the smoke with Spencer Longhurst of http://barriquebrewing.com/, Logan Ackerley of https://www.wallenpaupackbrewingco.com/, and Will Gomez of... Our Brewers Roundtable goes deep into the smoke with Spencer Longhurst of Barrique Brewing & Blending, Logan Ackerley of Wallenpaupack Brewing, and Will Gomez of The Brew Bridge.
 Then Bart Watson of the Brewers Association joins us to share the latest growth and success of Rauchbier in the marketplace. 
Enjoy these audio smoky delights. 

Thanks to Hagen and Bill for the inspiration to do this show. Hear the genesis of This Week in Rauchbier on episode 5 of Drink Beer, Think Beer.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Spencer Longhurst, Will Gomez, Logan Ackerley, and Bart Watson.
• Tags: beer, craft beer, rauchbier, smoke, April Fool's Day

Music for this episode:
NewsSting by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newsstingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

]]>2707ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-177-travis-peterson-tim-schnars-of-meadowlark-brewing--53374259Meadowlark has been on my radar for a while now, but it wasn’t until owner Travis Peterson sent some beer to the home office that I was able to give the full line up a go.  
Travis tells me that he’s long had a dream of helping people experience the beauty of food and beer pairings. Neither food nor beer has to be complicated or contrived, he says,. It’s all about the experience and opening your mind to all the possibilities beer can create.Travis graduated from Gonzaga University as a civil engineer and pursued a career working on bridge projects in both California and Washington following graduation. But in those years while visiting breweries he could not shake the desire to one day open his own. And that’s where Meadowlark, in Billings, MT came into focus. 
On the show he’s joined by Brewing Director Tim Schnars. You’ll hear his voice first.  He’s been brewing professionally since 2006, when there were less than two thousand breweries in the United States and joined Meadowlark in 2013 Before brewing, Tim received post-secondary certification in advertising and design and pursued a career in animation. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Travis Peterson & Tim Schnars
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>afb84d96-edd2-427c-8fa9-529565724c1bWed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollIt’s off to Montana this week for a chat with the owner and brewer of Meadowlark where we get into the importance of craft malt, a fondness for Scottish-style ales, and brewing with mushrooms. https://www.meadowlarkbrewing.com/about-us has been on my...Meadowlark has been on my radar for a while now, but it wasn’t until owner Travis Peterson sent some beer to the home office that I was able to give the full line up a go.  
Travis tells me that he’s long had a dream of helping people experience the beauty of food and beer pairings. Neither food nor beer has to be complicated or contrived, he says,. It’s all about the experience and opening your mind to all the possibilities beer can create.Travis graduated from Gonzaga University as a civil engineer and pursued a career working on bridge projects in both California and Washington following graduation. But in those years while visiting breweries he could not shake the desire to one day open his own. And that’s where Meadowlark, in Billings, MT came into focus. 
On the show he’s joined by Brewing Director Tim Schnars. You’ll hear his voice first.  He’s been brewing professionally since 2006, when there were less than two thousand breweries in the United States and joined Meadowlark in 2013 Before brewing, Tim received post-secondary certification in advertising and design and pursued a career in animation. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Travis Peterson & Tim Schnars
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>2885ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-176-zach-page-and-nick-bonadies-of-belleflower-brewing--53292120Belleflower Brewing in 2021.  Nick and Zach sat down with me last week in their taproom – sharing a mic- to talk art and surprises, family balance, and being part of a larger community.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Nearburg
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>8839b8e0-f3ba-4f8e-9098-bcdc2bd67872Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollA decade ago Zach Page and Nick Bonadies met as homebrewers who volunteered to help launch Trillium Brewing Company. Zach, who handles a lot of the brewing responsibilities, moved to maine and worked at Lone Pine Brewing Company where he facilitated...Belleflower Brewing in 2021.  Nick and Zach sat down with me last week in their taproom – sharing a mic- to talk art and surprises, family balance, and being part of a larger community.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Nearburg
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>2628ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-beer-travelers-in-milwaukee--53206686Milwaukee, Wisconsin.To help lead us through this town’s glorious and storied beer scene we have two fantastic local guides. Chris Drosner is a long-time beer writer and editor covering Wisconsin and Milwaukee specifically. He’s written the Beer Baron column for the Wisconsin State Journal, the daily newspaper in the capital city of Madison. And it’s through this column that I first got to know Chris and his take on the Madtown and greater Wisconsin beer scenes. More recently, Chris moved to Milwaukee, where he is now the executive editor of Milwaukee Magazine. Joining Chris to help us on our tour of Brew City this week is Bobby Tanzillo, the senior editor at OnMilwaukee.com, where he writes about beer, whiskey, history, and architecture. He’s the author of a half dozen history books, including several about beer and its history in Milwaukee. And he’s a great resource for all the beer happenings in the city.While Chris and Bobby compete for scoops on the latest beer news in Milwaukee, it’s clear they have a deep respect for one another and they are the perfect pair to help us navigate this jewel on Lake Michigan.For original articles or to read the vast archives or to check out All About Beer.  follow us on Twitter @allaboutbeer and Instagram @allaboutbeer. Support Journalism by visiting our Patreon Page.

• Host: Andy Crouch
• Guests: Chris Drosner, Bobby Tanzillo
• Sponsor: All About Beer
• Tags: Milwaukee, Wisconsin beer

]]>a4c08cbc-f1d9-41d8-aa5e-d608743202afWed, 15 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000John HollWisconsin is one of those places that lives in the imaginations of Americans largely in the form of caricature. Full of cheese curd eating, beer loving, Harley riders, the state rarely gets the respect it deserves. In reality, Wisconsin is all of...Milwaukee, Wisconsin.To help lead us through this town’s glorious and storied beer scene we have two fantastic local guides. Chris Drosner is a long-time beer writer and editor covering Wisconsin and Milwaukee specifically. He’s written the Beer Baron column for the Wisconsin State Journal, the daily newspaper in the capital city of Madison. And it’s through this column that I first got to know Chris and his take on the Madtown and greater Wisconsin beer scenes. More recently, Chris moved to Milwaukee, where he is now the executive editor of Milwaukee Magazine. Joining Chris to help us on our tour of Brew City this week is Bobby Tanzillo, the senior editor at OnMilwaukee.com, where he writes about beer, whiskey, history, and architecture. He’s the author of a half dozen history books, including several about beer and its history in Milwaukee. And he’s a great resource for all the beer happenings in the city.While Chris and Bobby compete for scoops on the latest beer news in Milwaukee, it’s clear they have a deep respect for one another and they are the perfect pair to help us navigate this jewel on Lake Michigan.For original articles or to read the vast archives or to check out All About Beer.  follow us on Twitter @allaboutbeer and Instagram @allaboutbeer. Support Journalism by visiting our Patreon Page.

• Host: Andy Crouch
• Guests: Chris Drosner, Bobby Tanzillo
• Sponsor: All About Beer
• Tags: Milwaukee, Wisconsin beer

]]>4072ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-175-trevor-nearburg-of-beerburg-brewing--53130919Trevor Nearburg is the founder of Beerburg Brewing in the Texas Hill Country After his brother started homebrewing, Nearburg got roped in and together they decided to quit their jobs and become brewers. Both took jobs stacking cases and scrubbing floors at Real Ale Brewing, one of the 50 largest breweries in the US at the time and the second largest in Texas. They both quickly moved up, and after a year of working various jobs in the packaging hall Nearburg made a significant jump to become the Head Brewer of Uncle Billy's, a local brewpub and his brother got into management at Real Ale.  
 Trevor grew Uncle Billy's from a 600 bbl/yr taproom into producing 3,000 bbl/yr and distributing all over Texas. He also helped open the latest iteration of the Celis Brewery.  Eventually he became fascinated with brewing with local ingredients and wanted to create a brewery devoted to this and the idea for Beerburg slowly started forming. The plans came together and he opened Beerburg in late January of 2020. After a rough few years he is back to devoting time into wildcrafting beers with native ingredients and local yeast strains. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Nearburg
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>3b27d2c1-6973-4044-8514-7cfecc89ffd4Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollSpring is almost here which means that plans will start to come back to live in the colder parts of the country. Foraging has always been a part of beer and on this episode we’ll hear from a Texas brewer who is making the most of what is growing...Trevor Nearburg is the founder of Beerburg Brewing in the Texas Hill Country After his brother started homebrewing, Nearburg got roped in and together they decided to quit their jobs and become brewers. Both took jobs stacking cases and scrubbing floors at Real Ale Brewing, one of the 50 largest breweries in the US at the time and the second largest in Texas. They both quickly moved up, and after a year of working various jobs in the packaging hall Nearburg made a significant jump to become the Head Brewer of Uncle Billy's, a local brewpub and his brother got into management at Real Ale.  
 Trevor grew Uncle Billy's from a 600 bbl/yr taproom into producing 3,000 bbl/yr and distributing all over Texas. He also helped open the latest iteration of the Celis Brewery.  Eventually he became fascinated with brewing with local ingredients and wanted to create a brewery devoted to this and the idea for Beerburg slowly started forming. The plans came together and he opened Beerburg in late January of 2020. After a rough few years he is back to devoting time into wildcrafting beers with native ingredients and local yeast strains. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Nearburg
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Texas, Foraging, Ingredients, Small Batch, The Land

]]>2515ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-clean-lines-means-better-beer--52884874--
There’s nothing more important in the beer world that’s also super misunderstood and unappreciated than clean draft lines- a dirty draft line can sully a person’s relationship with a brewery or bar and can also have legal implications as well.
Our Guest: Neil Witte is one of the foremost draft beer experts in the beer business. He’s spent 20 of his 23 years in the business working in draft quality, first for Boulevard Brewing Company in Kansas City and now with his own company, Craft Quality Solutions. He co-authored the Draught Beer Quality Manual (DBQM), widely considered to be the most authoritative draft beer reference guide in the beer business today. He continues the work on this living document to this day as a member of the Brewers Association Draught Quality Subcommittee.
For original articles or to read the vast archives check out All About Beer.  Follow us on Twitter @allaboutbeer and Instagram @allaboutbeer. Support Journalism by visiting our Patreon Page.

• Hosts: Em Sauter and Don Tse
• Guest: Neil Witte
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Beer, Draft, Cleaning, Safety, Flavor, Bars, Stadiums

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
]]>690af236-f9a4-42eb-b25c-9f9bff7e0f68Wed, 01 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollFor the last several months the All About Beer podcast has been producing great episodes on a single topic that matter to beer drinkers.  Hosts Don Tse and Em Sauter have great expert guests that bring unparalleled insight into all aspects of...--
There’s nothing more important in the beer world that’s also super misunderstood and unappreciated than clean draft lines- a dirty draft line can sully a person’s relationship with a brewery or bar and can also have legal implications as well.
Our Guest: Neil Witte is one of the foremost draft beer experts in the beer business. He’s spent 20 of his 23 years in the business working in draft quality, first for Boulevard Brewing Company in Kansas City and now with his own company, Craft Quality Solutions. He co-authored the Draught Beer Quality Manual (DBQM), widely considered to be the most authoritative draft beer reference guide in the beer business today. He continues the work on this living document to this day as a member of the Brewers Association Draught Quality Subcommittee.
For original articles or to read the vast archives check out All About Beer.  Follow us on Twitter @allaboutbeer and Instagram @allaboutbeer. Support Journalism by visiting our Patreon Page.

• Hosts: Em Sauter and Don Tse
• Guest: Neil Witte
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Beer, Draft, Cleaning, Safety, Flavor, Bars, Stadiums

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com
]]>3315ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-174-devon-kreps-of-7venth-sun-brewery--528093857venth Sun Brewery, has a degree in Fermentation Science from Oregon State University and gained experience at Anheuser-Busch's research pilot facility in St. Louis. She was also the Production Manager at Sweetwater Brewing during its expansion from 25,000 to 60,000 barrels. In 2012, she opened the first 7venth Sun Brewery location in Dunedin, which features 10 taps and outdoor seating. This location, the brewery says, is now treated as a pilot facility, focusing on producing Saisons, Belgian beers, Brett IPAs, Hazy IPAs, and "fun" lagers. The Tampa location, which opened in 2017 in a former VFW roller skating rink, is a larger production plant with a tasting room and outdoor beer garden.  7venth Sun Brewery has created a pair of seltzers called Pink Tax and Blue Tax. They are identical recipes except for the color- and the price.   According to the brewery, The Pink Tax refers to the practice of charging higher prices for goods and services marketed to women. Razors, for example, can be up to 66% more expensive for women than for men, despite being the same product. This practice is seen as a form of gender discrimination, as it disproportionately affects women and non-binary individuals. In a switch: The Blue Tax seltzer is priced higher than the Pink Tax seltzer, and 100% of the additional cost, as well as proceeds from both seltzers will be donated to the Pink Boots Society.  Kreps explains how all this came about and also talks about Tampa Beer Week and the growing of a business.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Devon Kreps
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Seltzer, Tampa, Festivals, Hangovers, Lager

]]>9c8d4861-33f5-4458-9b03-37da6a661355Wed, 22 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollDevon Kreps,  the owner of https://7venthsun.com/location/tampa/, has a degree in Fermentation Science from Oregon State University and gained experience at Anheuser-Busch's research pilot facility in St. Louis. She was also the Production Manager at...7venth Sun Brewery, has a degree in Fermentation Science from Oregon State University and gained experience at Anheuser-Busch's research pilot facility in St. Louis. She was also the Production Manager at Sweetwater Brewing during its expansion from 25,000 to 60,000 barrels. In 2012, she opened the first 7venth Sun Brewery location in Dunedin, which features 10 taps and outdoor seating. This location, the brewery says, is now treated as a pilot facility, focusing on producing Saisons, Belgian beers, Brett IPAs, Hazy IPAs, and "fun" lagers. The Tampa location, which opened in 2017 in a former VFW roller skating rink, is a larger production plant with a tasting room and outdoor beer garden.  7venth Sun Brewery has created a pair of seltzers called Pink Tax and Blue Tax. They are identical recipes except for the color- and the price.   According to the brewery, The Pink Tax refers to the practice of charging higher prices for goods and services marketed to women. Razors, for example, can be up to 66% more expensive for women than for men, despite being the same product. This practice is seen as a form of gender discrimination, as it disproportionately affects women and non-binary individuals. In a switch: The Blue Tax seltzer is priced higher than the Pink Tax seltzer, and 100% of the additional cost, as well as proceeds from both seltzers will be donated to the Pink Boots Society.  Kreps explains how all this came about and also talks about Tampa Beer Week and the growing of a business.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Devon Kreps
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Seltzer, Tampa, Festivals, Hangovers, Lager

]]>2716ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-173-introducing-the-monocacy-hop--52738185Last week in Maryland state officials, brewers, growers, and enthusiasts gathered at the Milkhouse Brewery to taste some beers that have recently been brewed with the Monocacy hop.  As you’ll hear from Tom Barse at Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm and Bryan Butler at the University of Maryland Extension,  this hop has been in plain sight for forty years and because of a farmer with an appreciation for the plant, as well as it being strategically located on the farm it was able to grow and thrive until it was eventually tested.
Now it's available for brewing and tasting.
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Tom Barse & Bryan Butler
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Maryland, Hops, Agriculture, History, Ale

]]>dbd5c072-9832-4048-b199-dd9ac09f1be6Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollHop lovers, put your attention to Maryland where this month brewers and growers there released a beer with a hop that is native to the state and unlike anything else found elsewhere. The brewer and researcher behind it are here to share the story. ...Last week in Maryland state officials, brewers, growers, and enthusiasts gathered at the Milkhouse Brewery to taste some beers that have recently been brewed with the Monocacy hop.  As you’ll hear from Tom Barse at Milkhouse Brewery at Stillpoint Farm and Bryan Butler at the University of Maryland Extension,  this hop has been in plain sight for forty years and because of a farmer with an appreciation for the plant, as well as it being strategically located on the farm it was able to grow and thrive until it was eventually tested.
Now it's available for brewing and tasting.
 For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Tom Barse & Bryan Butler
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Maryland, Hops, Agriculture, History, Ale

]]>2525ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-172-are-you-ready-for-some-football-and-beer--52667265Twitter following. Rob Fulmer is the Executive Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.  Bryan Kolesar is a reporter and author based in Pennsylvania. He’s the founder of the Brew Lounge Blog, the author of Beer Lover’s Mid-altantic, and has worked for both the Mid-Atlantic Brewing News and the Ale Street News.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Bryan Kolesar, Rob Fulmer, Jeremy Danner
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Football, Food, Travel, Baseball, Rocky

]]>16625ec7-c77c-4c9a-a395-979c8cdaaac4Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollThere is a lot of focus on football this week in America as the Super Bowl is coming up on Sunday. To get excited about the game and the cities involved I’ve asked on three leading experts from Philly, Kansas City, and Phoenix/Glendale.  An eighteen...Twitter following. Rob Fulmer is the Executive Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.  Bryan Kolesar is a reporter and author based in Pennsylvania. He’s the founder of the Brew Lounge Blog, the author of Beer Lover’s Mid-altantic, and has worked for both the Mid-Atlantic Brewing News and the Ale Street News.
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guests: Bryan Kolesar, Rob Fulmer, Jeremy Danner
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Football, Food, Travel, Baseball, Rocky

]]>3556ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-171-trevor-rose-hamblin-of-old-irving-brewing--52602053Last month in New Hampshire, Trevor Rose-Hamblin, the co-founder and head brewer of  Old Irving Brewing in Chicago stood before a packed ballroom in Manchester New Hampshire.  He was there to deliver the keynote at the state’s annual craft brewers conference and he was there to talk about his own life experiences and to urge everyone in the room to think about mental health and ways to help people from causing self harm.  It was an impactful speech, and one that he references in this conversation several times as he talks about how Old Irving Came to be, a life in kitchens, and how critically important it is to be listening, watching, and always working to keep people safe and working towards a better headspace. 
This was recorded the day before his talk and before that part of the conversation we briefly talk about Chicago and it's love of barrel-aged beers.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Rose-Hamblin of Old Irving Brewing
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Barrels, Kitchens, History, Brewpub, Mental Health, Chicago 

]]>a7dcd0ee-91f5-4fa1-b61a-a1f89b727245Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollTrevor Rose-Hamblin, the co-founder and head brewer of Old Irving Brewing Chicago is here to talk about barrels, food, and the importance of mental health. Last month in New Hampshire, Trevor Rose-Hamblin, the co-founder and head brewer of ...Last month in New Hampshire, Trevor Rose-Hamblin, the co-founder and head brewer of  Old Irving Brewing in Chicago stood before a packed ballroom in Manchester New Hampshire.  He was there to deliver the keynote at the state’s annual craft brewers conference and he was there to talk about his own life experiences and to urge everyone in the room to think about mental health and ways to help people from causing self harm.  It was an impactful speech, and one that he references in this conversation several times as he talks about how Old Irving Came to be, a life in kitchens, and how critically important it is to be listening, watching, and always working to keep people safe and working towards a better headspace. 
This was recorded the day before his talk and before that part of the conversation we briefly talk about Chicago and it's love of barrel-aged beers.  
For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.

• Host: John Holl
• Guest: Trevor Rose-Hamblin of Old Irving Brewing
• Sponsors: All About Beer
• Tags: Beer, Barrels, Kitchens, History, Brewpub, Mental Health, Chicago 

]]>3539ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-170-devin-bush-of-wild-bloom-beer--5253638027b5b45d-312a-4d1e-8db5-9089b516c7ecWed, 25 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollThis week it’s a conversation with the brewer behind one of New Hampshire’s newer breweries: Devin Bush of Wild Bloom Beers. From tasting through his portfolio to the ethos that drives the beer this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.3152ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-169-charlie-cole-of-blue-cat-brewing--524727488111a463-d5cc-489a-80c4-9a8c9e43059fWed, 18 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollDuring a long and varied brewing career Charlie Cole dreamed of owning his own brewery. When he finally got the chance, the beer was great but little else went according to plan. This episode tells his story.3743ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-177-kelsey-grammer-of-faith-american-ales--5240866521c6820b-611b-483a-b1d5-049c6f4c1278Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollWhile he is best professionally known for roles like Sideshow Bob, The X-Men’s Dr. Hank McCoy, and of course Fraiser Crane, actor Kelsey Grammer has also launched a beer brand: Faith American Ales which is available in New York and New Jersey.2747ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-177-predictions-for-beer-in-2023--52348599c0123ce0-1acf-40e4-a9d3-c5d3a128cfa9Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000John HollIt’s a new year so let’s look forward on trends, travel, and ways to better embrace beer. Listen in for predictions and insights by Andy Crouch, Em Sauter, and Don Tse.3249ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-166-state-of-beer-bars-2022--52295414b5ce5af2-28a7-4407-85e0-81d1dc69e942Wed, 28 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollBeer bars play an important role in delivering a world class experience while offering a curated list that can surprise, delight, or just be a comfort. This is our annual episode where we check in on the state of beer bars with a trio of publicans.3800ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-165-the-very-best-of-2022--52243056c8372bbc-5dbb-48ea-b2a2-2ebb7a6b51caWed, 21 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollIt's the annual panel show with writers from around the globe that cover the beer industry.5268ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-164-jonathan-moxey-of-rockwell-beer-co--521817830a00ff3b-8774-4e28-9534-e47b41e1a7cbWed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollJonathan Moxey of Rockwell Beer Co. in Missouri talks about homebrewing before going pro, getting out of a monochrome rut, and drinking at parties.3187ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-163-gretchen-langfeldt-of-switchback-brewing--521172821dda99ee-0a80-4453-ac0e-a4c2dcf5ab2cWed, 07 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollGretchen Langfeldt of Switchback Brewing shares insight on employee ownership, rauchbier, and engineering in the beer space.3052ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-161-homebrewing-in-2022--52051940a6d8be45-a783-41b9-accc-5770f84c76a7Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation on the state of homebrewing with Annie Johnson, Denny Conn, and Drew Beechum.3601ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-161-beers-for-thanksgiving-2022--519867067ce16f6c-1c8c-4069-b548-97e19e83647fWed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollAcclaimed chefs share their pairing tips and beer suggestions for the holiday season.2569ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-160-jeff-o-neil-of-industrial-arts--51907776673b93b4-cc01-4fe9-80ea-e0ae38a35a04Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom the hop fields of Germany to creating a non-alcoholic brew that creates a true hop experience Jeff O’Neil of Industrial Arts is here to talk about his impressive brewery and the evolution of craft.5031ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-159-matt-tweedy-of-tooth-and-nail--51834018cee2f8b3-425f-4f0f-8071-a95ffd3ffa48Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollIt’s a Canadian focused episode this week with Matt Tweedy the Co-founder and Director of Brewing at Tooth and Nail Brewing in Ottowa. From judging insights to Belgian-inspired ales, food pairing, and seasonals we’ll get into it all.2818ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-158-alyssa-hoberer-of-jagged-mountain-brewery--5176090496ad4d7d-18bd-4e95-bd0b-96b522d13a0dWed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollFrom social media to meaningful growth in beer my guest is Alyssa Hoberer, the head brewer at Jagged Mountain Brewing in Denver. We’ll also talk about appropriate styles for brewery anniversaries, searching for positivity, and hard seltzer redemption.3780ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-157-the-big-friendly--516901482bc60d5b-8105-493d-b6d8-ec24ddbad58dWed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week on the show it’s brothers Joe and Will Quinlin of the Big Friendly in Oklahoma City, winners of the small brewery of the year award at the Great American Beer Festival.2677ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-randy-mosher-talks-about-tasting-and-experiencing-beer--51615238e1a5b43a-f0e2-4064-b068-03e7d1a6d1ecWed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollFrom the All About Beer Podcast: Author and brewer Randy Mosher discusses the science and art of tasting.3375ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-156-von-ebert-brewing--51548196384a2676-b32b-4ffa-9fb9-5398829e90f7Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis live audience episode is coming to you from Von Ebert Brewing in Portland, Oregon where we're talking lagers, award winning IPAs, mixed fermentation, and being part of a tremendous scene with Sam Pecoraro, the head brewer and Jason Hansen the...3773ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-155-austin-umbinetti-hutton-of-aslan-brewing--514730286231d7ea-2a4b-4af1-9107-b2134e5696ffWed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollA live audience recording from Bellingham, Washington talking with Austin Umbinetti-Hutton the head brewer of Aslan Brewing.3517ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beer-travelers-denver--5140266693428827-f5f2-4ae8-a874-580e017af2a8Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollBonus: Beer Travelers Podcast: Tristan Chan of Porch Drinking and Jonathan Shikes of the Denver Post join us to discuss the Denver beer scene, Bierstadt Lagerhaus, and what makes Denver such a great beer city.4220ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-154-kevin-quinn-of-bale-breaker-brewing--51329578e98e1033-f52a-439e-8bab-0e42b50ea16aWed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollHop harvest continues in the Pacific Northwest and this week Kevin Quinn of Bale Breaker Brewing in Washington sits down to talk about the 2022 harvest, brewing fresh hopped beers, and finding new ways to get brewers hops.2784ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-153-chuckanut-brewing-garden-path-fermentation--51250800ca4c404c-cf74-46bd-a63b-34f4d47d3106Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is a live audience recording from Chuckanut Brewing in Washington with the brewery founders Mari and Will Kemper and their brewing neighbors Ron Extract and Amber Watts of Garden Path Fermentation.3578ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-152-brad-ring-of-brew-your-own-magazine--5116892072dbaa0b-97f8-45cc-85dc-91c3c483acb2Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollLet’s talk about homebrewing and how it has evolved and what it still brings to the larger beer world. Brad Ring, the publisher of BYO Magazine is my guest this week as we talk about the revised version of The Big Book of Homebrewing.2555ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-151-dave-colt-and-andrew-hood-of-sun-king-brewing--51087370300c231b-2108-4a8a-9ab4-f52beb0143fbWed, 31 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe’re headed to the Hoosier heartland this week to talk with Dave Colt and Andrew Hood of Sun King Brewing about event spaces, simple beers, a robust barrel program and D-List celebrities.3469ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-150-christian-weber-of-common-roots-brewing--51012538302578ab-5ed3-4654-bac7-56a8251ded50Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is a story about rebirth and community, of family determination and neighborly help. After Common Roots Brewing Company burned to the ground a few years ago, the brewery rebuilt and is growing. Christian Weber, the founder of the brewery is here...3325ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-149-travis-zeilstra-of-by-all-means-brew-lab--5093605023d8b3e8-474a-4e98-b169-9710b2085a4cWed, 17 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThere is a relationship between beer and food that spans beyond flavor. It goes into creativity and passion and when they come together, it can be magical. Travis Zeilstra of Montana’s By All Means Brew Lab is on the show to explain.2685ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brewer-to-brewer-tomme-arthur-and-marcus-baskerville--5087134861e0d2ed-26a3-41f1-a1aa-7cdef3edaa15Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollTomme Arthur of the Lost Abbey talks one on one with Marcus Baskerville of Weathered Souls Brewing about Black is Beautiful, brewing past and future, and the weight of collective moments.3624ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-148-gary-glass-of-left-hand-brewing--50796285ed698a8c-af74-4fde-b62b-aa5d5b4897dcWed, 03 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThere is more to Left Hand Brewing than just nitro stout, and the new head brewer, Gary Glass is here to explain while he takes us on a journey from his homebrewing beginnings and advocacy, to his first professional brewing job.3213ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-the-all-about-beer-podcast--507769424f502db1-6bcf-4a20-9da6-f3222c25ebd9Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:33:58 +0000John HollIntroducing the All About Beer podcast hosted by Em Sauter and Don Tse. On each episode the duo dives deep into a specific topic in beer with experts in the field. Today the topic is Cold IPA.2973all about beer,cold ipa,don tse,em sauter,ipa,pints and panelsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-147-mitch-steele-of-new-realm-brewing--50722768571967b0-c2d9-4712-b4de-71f87d5a6d7aWed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe podcast returns to Georgia this week as we visit New Realm Brewing, where brewmaster Mitch Steele talks about brewing in the south, the allure of west coast IPA, and shares insights on his time at Stone and their recent acquisition.3120ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-146-a-history-of-brussels-beer-in-50-objects--50653272cf45386e-2844-41e4-bb4d-c5696029c1c8Wed, 20 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollAs one of the most famous beer cities in the world Brussels is well trodden ground, but a new book seeks to explore the Belgian capital through objects that have helped define its drinking culture. Eoghan Walsh, the author of “A History of Brussels...2231ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-145-todd-dimatteo-of-good-word-brewing-public-house--5055378343a444cc-43a0-4a38-a910-f530ab5d94e8Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Todd DiMatteo of Good Word Brewing and Public House on alcohol strength, hospitality, creativity, and building a beer community.2878ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-144-andrew-witchey-of-dancing-gnome--504777014637f5f0-95fb-4c5d-a839-5a30c229b0bfWed, 06 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollTo Pittsburgh this week and a conversation with Andrew Witchey of Dancing Gnome about the city’s beer DNA, ditching sours, creating a welcoming space, and finding that perfect lot of hops.3249ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-author-pete-brown-talks-about-clubland-and-the-world-s-best-beers--50399946b86f8c2a-5c28-4698-87dc-7191c9191c2cWed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe prolific Pete Brown is back to talk about his New Book Clubland: How the Working Men’s Club Shaped Britain as well as another book he was chief writer on: The World’s Greatest Beers.3762ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-142-nate-schweber-author-of-this-america-of-ours--502872015da77a63-f9ab-4ee0-aaea-3a58cc2c435bWed, 22 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollJournalist and musician Nate Schweber sits down to talk about his forthcoming book "This America of Ours: Bernard and Avis DeVoto and the Forgotten Fight to Save the Wild."3493ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-141-tom-beckman-of-goldfinger-brewing--50209210b77a6205-42e2-4875-a03c-54e758e4f2a2Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollWith a thoughtful lager program that draws from tradition, Thomas Beckman of Goldfinger Brewing in Illinois is serving mugs of distinction. We’ll talk about ingredients and regionality, and might actually create a new style.3679ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-140-live-from-highland-brewing-in-asheville-nc--501175387d512131-bb5c-4330-b20c-3f6f86d90d14Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollA live audience recording with Highland Brewing founder Oscar Wong, his daughter Leah Wong Ashburn, the brewery president and CEO, and journalist Jon Page. The panelists talk about longevity and legacy, tradition and innovation, volleyball, family...3660ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-139-lindsay-and-shawn-johnson-of-birds-fly-south--50021738dfaabb89-d919-45e0-899d-67175d69a805Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week it’s a lively conversation about growth, proper bottles, consumer preferences, and more with Lindsay and Shawn Johnson of Birds Fly South.2799ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-138-the-state-of-non-alcoholic-beer-in-america--49931694ebfb8385-b3bd-44b0-ae00-56725742488aWed, 25 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is a special episode this week, recorded at the recent Craft Brewers Conference with three of the leading voices in non-alcoholic beer in America. In a moment you’ll hear from Athletic Brewing Company, Brooklyn Brewery, and Ceria Brewing.3941ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-137-brian-hunt-and-patrick-rue-of-moonlight-brewing--498396738bbd6edf-8b49-4410-b853-bea70a98906aWed, 18 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollPatrick Rue and Brian Hunt, the co-owners of Moonlight share details of their recent partnership, the future, and putting the customers first.2709ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-136-niko-tonks-and-evan-sallee-of-fair-state-brewing-cooperative--49753078bf7c0231-9047-4ca1-a5d6-87d92a48daa4Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with Niko Tonks and Evan Sallee, two of the co-founders of Fair State Brewing in Minneapolis about business evolution, how the pandemic has changed the brewery, non-alcoholic ventures, and pitchers of pilsner.2837ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-135-austin-jevne-of-humble-forager-brewing--496499566677caf7-9172-41bb-ad90-e4f6fc8e5828Wed, 04 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollFrom working with global local ingredients, to finding creativity through flavor, Austin Jevne the Owner & Head Brewer of Humble Forager Brewery is here to talk about working around arcane regulations, and making beers for a modern audience.2727ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-134-em-sauter-s-new-book-hooray-for-craft-beer--4956560575d25251-f06b-4794-9e53-7a79355c375eWed, 27 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollEm Sauter of Pints and Panels has a new book out called Hooray for Craft Beer! We’ll be talking about that, visual education, travel, merch, and baseball.2986ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-133-wheatland-spring-farm-brewery--494878283e417e39-951c-4c06-aec5-4bf5c548a1f7Wed, 20 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe’re headed to Virginia and the Wheatland Spring Farm and Brewery to talk about land beer, estate farming, and sourcing ingredients that are as local as the property where the beer is brewed.3585ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-132-dana-henion-of-van-henion-brewing--494195322317977d-d300-4358-ae13-aec70e4d6e89Wed, 13 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollDana Henion, the co-founder and co-owner of Van Henion Brewing in Bend, Oregon talks about starting a brewery during a pandemic, finding ways to keep the brewing flame alive, and creating lagers that resonate with drinkers.2255ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-131-troy-casey-of-casey-brewing-and-blending--4933575004e377de-6118-436a-b3c4-05799e9a1ebeWed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollTroy Casey, the founder and brewer of Casey Brewing and Blending talks about fruits and woods, microbes and time, the glaring attention that comes with being a hype brewer, and how climate change impacts beer.3015ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-week-in-rauchbier-2022--49277297280b37df-5ecf-4db3-8241-4bb84ad51079Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis Week in Rauchbier: A conversation with Switchback Brewery, brewers talk about alternative smoky beverages, and Bart Watson does the numbers.3552ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-130-beer-educator-and-master-cicerone-mirella-amato--4924797079b5c74d-d592-4584-8713-f2acabce2c3bWed, 30 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe’re talking about beer and food with Mirella Amato, the celebrated beer instructor and educator who has a new course available about creating memorable pairings.3385ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-sam-tierney-of-firestone-walker--4916082130846e2b-ed8c-47d0-9b54-7612a2bc7831Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollSam Tierney is the brewing manager of the Propagator, the small brewing project in Los Angeles from Firestone Walker. From how beers go through trials to hop experimentation we’ll cover it all.3532ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-andrew-foss-of-human-robot--49076241891cbd17-0ce9-4a2f-a55a-c5937096b82cWed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000John HollLagers get a lot of love at Human Robot Brewing in Pennsylvania and we're talking with Head Brewer Andrew Foss about the brewery’s approach, fascination with aged hops, and expansion.2675ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-127-micah-krichinsky-and-eric-salazar-of-strangebird-brewing--490010065e081bd2-37b5-4d07-947c-058a09500339Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about the elegance of beer, patience, beer list diversity, and a kick ass kitchen with Micah Krichinsky and Eric Salazar of Strangebird Brewing.3988ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-126-great-lakes-brewing-talks-tradition-and-trends--489187517d65719f-e3fd-4d71-9537-de6bbcb16a0dWed, 02 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollGreat Lakes Brewing was founded in 1988 and has thrived on tradition. The Cleveland, Ohio brewery is also working to keep up with the times and finding balance with trends. A conversation with their brewmaster and their brand coordinator.3148ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-125-jeff-bagby-of-bagby-beer-co--48838921954e108d-4c19-439e-9007-11683d402308Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollAs we start to near the third year of this pandemic the impact on breweries remains severe. Jeff Bagby of Bagby Beer Co. in Southern California is here to talk about his COVID-19 experience and then offer some praise and a plea for classic styles of beer.3809ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-124-other-half-brewing-s-felipe-higgins--48750734c4ad9b4a-ff50-4ff4-a0f4-5ecfa77d6d75Wed, 16 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollOther Half is a brewery synonymous with IPA but when you head to their location in upstate New York you’ll find more than just haze. Today I’m talking with Felipe Higgins, the head brewer at Other Half Finger Lakes about the outpost and its robust...3102ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-123-super-bowl-bets-with-three-weavers-crowns-and-hops-and-rhinegeist--48652274fe0fecf4-68e1-4064-9ac1-e0ae826feb1eWed, 09 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe Super Bowl is coming up this weekend and we’re using that as a chance to catch up with breweries from the cities that are playing in the big game. Lynne Weaver of Three Weavers and Teo Hunter of Crowns and Hops in Inglewood are here along with...4524ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-122-julian-shrago-of-beachwood-brewing--4855050449fec492-0148-4d7f-a205-b5de9735f93bWed, 02 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollHaze might be popular, but the clear, vibrant, and assertive West Coast IPA still has a lot of life left in it and holding that torch high is Julian Shrago of Beachwood Brewing in California. He’s here to talk hops and creativity, mixed culture, and...3963ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-121-jenny-pfafflin-of-dovetail-brewery--48446040c27d9e5f-c16b-4704-903f-ba726823d54cWed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollThere’s more to just drinking beer than the beer itself. It’s visual, and ceremonial, and communal. Jenny Pfafflin of Dovetail brewery is our guest talking about building recipes, respect for lagers, thoughts on what The Simpsons would drink, and...3497ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-120-jean-claude-tetreault-of-trillium-brewing--48360664515e3348-5844-49d5-b8fe-907b99477892Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:10:00 +0000John HollAfter years of patiently waiting and thinking about blends, Trillium released its spontaneous beer just before the holidays. On this episode brewer and co-founder J.C. Tetreault talks about the beer, the business, culinary inspirations, farming and more.3499ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-119-kevin-abbott-of-barrel-of-monks--4826058806478bd5-455b-4a4c-84ef-3ee6c335dd79Wed, 12 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollKevin Abbott of Barrel of Monks brewing talks about the evolution of Belgian styles, culinary influences on recipes, and finding ways to balance a brewery’s philosophy with customer demand.3237ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-118-the-world-atlas-of-beer--48172380e23f67c8-5674-42b3-bd65-0a26af730cfaWed, 05 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000John HollResolve to do more reading and travel this year and start with the World Atlas of Beer. The authors are here to talk about the book, beer destinations, and the constantly changing landscape of styles.3673ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-117-the-state-of-bars-with-chris-black-michael-roper-and-polly-watts-2021--48092357f51f1bcf-2d78-4703-abcc-b6f347f41de4Wed, 29 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe pandemic continues to impact bars across the country. On this episode we talk with three publicans of beloved craft beer bars about what 2021 has been like, measures they have taken to survive, and the decision to close. Listen to Chris Black of...3502ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-reflections-on-beer-in-2021--4801946565a81445-bd02-40f4-be24-18d3c1bc8fd0Wed, 22 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollIt's our annual year-end round table with writers and beer professionals. We toast the end of 2021, and to look forward to the new year with some predictions and cheer.4360ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-115-daniel-carey-of-new-glarus-brewing-co--4792676609b6c91e-b4cc-4623-862b-c14c8c3db4ddWed, 15 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollWhile the brewery might be best known for Spotted Cow, there’s more to New Glarus Brewing than that one beer. Daniel Carey, the founder and brewer is on the show to talk about flavor, recipe development, specialty ingredients, and more.3938ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-114-brewers-talk-about-the-best-of-the-year--47831931f7057afe-5efb-4420-b426-c16dbca56445Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom lagers to pastry stouts, the taproom experience, changing the culture around beer, and talking about underrated styles, the show is excited to welcome four brewing professionals from around the country to talk about the year that was and what the...4924ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-113-sam-riggins-of-cosmic-eye-brewing--477308536d493a31-75a1-4fd0-a242-a76e9856b82aWed, 01 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollSam Riggins, the brewer, owner, and doer of all things at Cosmic Eye Brewery in Lincoln, Nebraska talks about beer that tastes like beer, collaborations to grow a business, and the nitty gritty of owning a brewery.4237ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-112-chefs-talk-about-beer-pairings-and-perfect-menus--47631444b26d8ee4-1312-488f-810b-3bd2c7803b1cWed, 24 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollFood is on a lot of minds these days with the holidays rolling in. Chefs Rachel Mabb and Heather Hutton and Advanced Cicerone Bandon Plyler are here talk about pairings, cooking with beer, and the joy that comes with creating in the kitchen.3743ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-111-matt-manthe-of-odd-breed-wild-ales--47513744e2dd4c98-9ba8-4b3e-9366-8b1628b6b859Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom the blending of beer styles to create something new, grading barrels, fighting back against bullshit in beer, and sticking to a brewing ethos, Matt Manthe of Odd Breed Wild Ales is here to talk about microbes and more.4689ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-110-sean-lilly-wilson-of-fullsteam-brewery--47402809db4b4837-d5d0-429d-b4e0-59a129af7ae3Wed, 10 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollLet’s talk about farming. And being local. Then let’s talk food and beer pairings and then pizza. It’s a fun conversation with Sean Lilly Wilson of Fullsteam Brewing in North Carolina.2744ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-109-alan-sprints-of-hair-of-the-dog--472850703d71612f-4918-48c6-8b43-9d8732448446Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollAlan Sprints is founder of Hair of the Dog, an Oregon brewing institution that values history, layered flavors, and the overall experience that comes with imbibing strong beers.3135ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-108-jeff-alworth-author-of-the-beer-bible--47175418c7fcfd43-6848-42a5-972c-6db903decdf0Wed, 27 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollJeff Alworth is on the show this week. He’s a writer, a thinker, a man who appreciates good beer and history, and is the author of the Beer Bible. The second edition was just released.3093ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-107-pete-halupka-of-harvest-roots-ferments--47056881f0c5b04b-2ed2-4f08-b760-b2e2d263d94dWed, 20 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about fermentation, farming, kombucha, and more with Pete Halupka of Harvest Roots Ferments.3747ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-106-bess-dougherty-of-ratio-beerworks--469502155a5e760e-e150-400a-9893-7ce097bb5ad6Wed, 13 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollFrom creating a gold-medal winning blonde ale, to working with barrels, addressing misogyny in the beer industry, and the importance of snacks, Bess Dougherty, a brewer at Ratio Beerworks in Denver talks about it all.4049ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-105-brady-duncan-and-ryan-belvins-of-madtree-brewing--46842463e7b684c4-698b-4510-a1df-23fa8cdb90e0Wed, 06 Oct 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollBrady Duncan and Ryan Blevins of MadTree Brewing in Ohio talk about recipe development, growth and evolution, and what brewers can to to help the environment.2846ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-104-brad-clark-of-private-press-brewing--46735386b4854d0e-5164-4ccd-bb72-30fe71914f4eWed, 29 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollBrad Clark of Private Press Brewing talks about moving west, memberships, barrels, good health, and doing stouts and barleywine his way.4383ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-103-brett-vanderkamp-of-new-holland-brewing--466292213b22c044-06a5-4551-8623-ef1d5a05efbaWed, 22 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollBrett VanderKamp a founder and now CEO of New Holland Brewing talks about the loss of the brewery’s IPA, the rise of its stout, the intersection of beer and politics, and the importance of water.4787ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-102-phil-wymore-of-perennial-artisan-ales--4652666233961437-64df-40f7-b663-c060e824b05cWed, 15 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollPhil Wymore is co-founder of Perennial Artisan Ales and the founder of Passenger Foods. We’re talking about entrepreneurship, imperial stouts, condiments, and legacy.3980ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-101-caleb-michalke-of-sugar-creek-malt--46422595da054f65-08d3-4217-97cb-20e1358f2a14Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollCaleb Michalke is the owner, maltster, and farmer of Sugar Creek Malt Co in Indiana. From corn to heirloom grains and the struggle of the modern American small farmer, on this episode we get into it all.4365ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-100-day-bracey-of-the-barrel-and-flow-festival--463230183d7973bc-dadd-45a3-8b68-59e84719ac5eWed, 01 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollDay Bracey is here talking about creating the Barrel and Flow Festival, providing a welcoming space, and the evolution of diversity in the craft beer industry, one brewery visit at a time.3674ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-99-cody-martin-of-martin-house-brewing--46227819fa2b6dd4-dcac-4d01-b432-5d8a303af6fdWed, 25 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollIf you’ve been curious about pickle beer, this is the show for you. This week on the show we're talking with Cody Martin, he’s a co-founder of Martin House brewing in Texas which just released the latest in its pickle beer lineup: grape punch flavor.3546ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-98-becky-ryman-of-wallenpaupack-brewing-co--46136798c4e5a8aa-75f9-44b4-b570-9935d4bfb5deWed, 18 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollWe're talking with Becky Ryman of Wallenpaupack Brewing Co. which is coming up on four years. They are at a crossroads, looking to grow but trying to figure out the best path forward. From paying employees well and staff retention to managing the...2967ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-97-kyle-kohlmorgen-of-wellspent-brewing--4604786452061f3a-7dbb-4b31-8d24-062dcf13f73eWed, 11 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week we're joined by Kyle Kohlmorgen the founder and head brewer at Wellspent Brewing. He was an owner, but isn’t any longer and he’s loving that. He’ll explain why.3830ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-96-ben-love-of-gigantic-brewing-co--459599938074acb7-88bb-4d5b-a4f1-ffc1066a028aWed, 04 Aug 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollBen Loves of Gigantic Brewing talks about disappearing hops, returnable bottles, and gin.4286ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-95-max-borgardt-of-eagle-park-brewing--458681124c025bfc-1a10-49a0-9600-bd37b506e85eWed, 28 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollFrom music’s relationship to beer, to how COVID helped speed up growth plans Max Borgardt of Eagle Park Brewing in Wisconsin is our guest this week. We are also talk about the collaboration the brewery created with the Hope For the Day foundation. An...3237ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-94-kolin-krokis-of-rural-routes-brewing--45781089e756e0c4-dde9-4dc6-8e4e-0d7958295a03Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollIf you’ve never heard of or met Kolin Krokis, strap in. This is going to be a fun and globe trotting ride. From the earliest days of Brew Dog, to starting breweries in Australia, and now at a brewpub in Canada he shares his story, advice, and how...3699ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-93-laurie-porter-of-smog-city-brewing-co--45698162ead935da-997e-4355-8b81-aa6ab36b5673Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:19:35 +0000John HollA conversation with Laurie Porter of Smog City Brewing in Los Angeles about the state of the industry, a new beer they are releasing to spark conversation, and how the City of Angles is doing in 2021.3427ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-92-zack-adams-of-fox-farm-brewery--456081177cab0da6-00d4-4394-9d50-216f183a0ac3Wed, 07 Jul 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollFox Farm Brewery is ready to release its first spontaneous ale, and owner and brewer Zack Adams talks about that, traveling to enhance brewing styles, and his newest Rauchbier collaboration with Live Oak Brewing.3386ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-91-ryan-kilpatrick-of-fiction-beer-company--455051630afc44ab-0424-4f6a-b159-550dad143664Wed, 30 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollRyan Kilpatrick, the co-founder and executive brewer of Fiction Beer Company in Denver is here to talk about how beer can tell a story, just like a good book.3243ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-90-latiesha-cook-of-beer-kulture--45406885775a5e6d-d3cb-4160-9929-21201954b9ceWed, 23 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Latiesha Cook of Beer Kulture about diversity in the beer industry, finding beer experiences, and helping the next generation of brewery employees and owners.2718ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-89-joel-stickrod-of-barrique-brewing-blending--453198123e5b928a-f2cd-4577-b11c-21d249d22b5eWed, 16 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with Joel Stickrod of Barrique Brewing & Blending in Nashville about wild ale, brewing with real fruit, his fondness for pub ales, and opening a tap room.3298ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-88-lee-lord-of-narragansett-brewing-company--452249902276127f-e515-4242-9002-3c4525f4fbeaWed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week we’re talking about some new digs and new recipes for an old brand with Lee Lord, she’s the head brewer at Lee Lord of Narragansett Brewing Company's new location in in Providence, Rhode Island. We’re talking styles, working at companies...2886ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-87-charles-finkel-of-pike-brewing-co--451312321b9e77ba-0e76-4388-aeb1-e15a914c6daaWed, 02 Jun 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with the founder of Pike Brewing Co. on creating and executing a vision for a 100-year-old brewery.4020ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-86-laura-dierks-of-interboro-spirits-ales--45042271b09f846f-e2ce-41a7-bb06-d5892d8ce66bWed, 26 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollLaura Dierks of Interboro Spirits & Ales talks about harassment in and around the beer industry, postponing the Pils City Festival, and her experiences as the owner and founder of a brewery.2509ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-85-emily-vides-and-mike-patterson-of-small-change-brewing--44903622b2de4eca-4008-4947-88ae-3fb129799b83Wed, 19 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation on the outside and inside of the can with Emily Vides and Mike Patterson of Small Change Brewing in Massachusetts. Listen in to hear about art, music, contract brewing, and recipe development.3207ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-84-michael-karnowski-of-zebulon-artisan-ales--447644711728efbf-eaa6-4bbc-af74-55c76400f3e9Wed, 12 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollMichael Karnowski of Zebulon Artisan Ales talks about brewing historical beers, pleads for other brewers to stop making gimmick beers, and talks about the very real pressures of running a small brewery.3087ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-83-john-parks-of-zillicoah-brewing--44637913e88a42a4-974e-43b8-a67f-cbe28f5cd406Wed, 05 May 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollHow Zillicoah Brewing Co. survived and adapted during COVID-19. A conversation with head brewer, co-founder, and co-owner John Parks.2828ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-82-em-sauter-and-don-tse--4452906941b567cf-e4f8-47a6-8ffe-1e714c0de5caWed, 28 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollWriting a book can leave a writer's brain feeling crispy. This week John Holl handed in a manuscript and called in some friends to help re-enter to the real world. Writers and all around good people Don Tse and Em Sauter join the conversation.3660ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-81-geoffrey-barker-andrew-pogue-of-fair-isle-brewing--44416778ad738a88-04ec-46a8-9ac5-89a10cd098efWed, 21 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Andrew Pogue and Geoffrey Barker, the co-founders of Fair Isle Brewing in Washington.3468ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-80-sean-burke-of-foreland-beer--44326565a06e25d4-0ecc-4378-964b-9ecd722c7732Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with Sean Burke about Foreland Beer, where pilsners, pale ale, and farmhouse ales are on the menu and nature is an inspiration.3775ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-79-ryan-wibby-of-wibby-brewing--442339507053c8fd-88fd-420d-945e-4c2fb966ce25Wed, 07 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with the co-founder and brewer of Wibby Brewing about lagers, shandies, pool parties, and trying to innovate in a traditional space.2628ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-week-in-rauchbier-2021--44141112d153027f-e176-46ce-afa8-50619a6f5bc2Thu, 01 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0000John Holl1919ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-78-bill-oakley-talks-about-comedy-beer-and-fast-food--441254642a8c320a-a7b0-4757-a48c-7b18472b7056Wed, 31 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollBill Oakley is a comedy writer, fast food critic, and television showrunner. The man who brought "steamed hams" into the lexicon via The Simpsons weighs in on the fried chicken wars, Malört, the beers he likes to drink, and the art of writing a joke.4178ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-77-paul-kavulak-of-nebraska-brewing--44027781f94534da-d507-47f1-9142-dbaa0beb284dWed, 24 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with the co-founder of Nebraska Brewing Co. about growth in the pandemic, why his hazy beer keeps pouring clear, and working with his children and cousins.2906ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-76-davin-and-kellan-bartosch-of-wise-acre-brewing--43928402982aca8e-57e5-4eb6-a9e5-8f7413a1bbb2Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe founders of Wise Acre Brewing in Memphis talk about the family business, how history guides them, and growing the brewery through recipes and styles that inspire them.2971ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-75-jennifer-talley--438209090d18bce6-568e-4e8f-8625-f429e80a1f0cWed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollJennifer Talley talks about the creation of a collaboration IPA with Firestone Walker Brewing Co., education in the beer space, bitterness, and the one style of beer she'd like to see get more respect.3297ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-74-max-shafer-of-roadhouse-brewing-co--43713953164d076c-4c87-4c51-9959-949c3d9d947cWed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom brewing with local hops, to the relationship between beer and music, Max Shafer of Roadhouse Brewing talks about making beer in a vacation destination.3099ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-73-shyla-sheppard-of-bow-and-arrow-brewing--436145569cbb3964-05aa-4bf8-949e-8017353be95cWed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollA buffalo faces the storms. This week on the podcast, Shyla Sheppard of Bow and Arrow Brewing in New Mexico talks about the last year of brewing during the pandemic, what comes next, and what she learned in a finance career that is helping her...3037ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-72-vinnie-cilurzo-of-russian-river-brewing-co--43503119a0776635-a0ff-4cda-a1d5-9f6932fb7c10Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with Vinnie Cilurzo the brewing mind and co-founder of Russian River Brewing Co. about Pliny the Younger 2021, how he makes changes to Pliny the Elder, and what he sees on the horizon of hop production in America.3090ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-71-daniel-kleban-of-maine-brewing-co--43377987a0b91893-73d9-41bb-846e-a6a883cfff8bWed, 10 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Dan Kleban the co-founder of Maine Beer Co. on how paying employees a fair wage, staying true to a company philosophy, and taking care of the planet has brought peace and success to his brewery.2852ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-70-super-bowl-brewery-bets--432602172ebc3206-fd93-4554-b717-723e64a68d10Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with rival brewers in Tampa, Florida and Kansas City, Missouri as their hometown teams get ready to battle it out in the Super Bowl. Listen in as brewers from Green Bench Brewing, Alma Mater Brewing, KC Bier Co., and Cigar City Brewing...2996ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-69-drew-fox-of-18th-street-brewery--4313877677cca004-50c3-4296-bf77-c6654816ed66Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollDrew Fox, the president and founder of 18th Street Brewery in Indiana talks about the evolution of his beers, his recipes, and how the conversation about mental health in the beer industry is one we all need to have more often.3079ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-68-matt-wilson-of-zero-gravity-craft-brewery--430214718a9849fa-c35b-4e86-a58f-6d6df0e16244Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Matt Wilson of Zero Gravity in Vermont. From making lagers that meet exacting standards, to entering the non-alcoholic market, Wilson talks about the path his brewery has been on and how the future is being made in the old Magic...3096ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-67-jake-miller-of-heirloom-rustic-ales--42911172b6b4e427-03ec-4751-bd74-82e960f1af26Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with Jake Miller of Heirloom Rustic Ales on ending a mixed culture program, avoiding burnout, and embracing lagers.3043ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-66-lisa-and-brandon-boldt-of-primitive-beer--42808654004be249-a1ee-43a6-ad0b-33855e67624dWed, 06 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom brewing spontaneous beer that honors tradition and supports local agriculture, Lisa and Brandon Boldt talk about Primitive Beer in Colorado and how time has been on their side during the pandemic.3875ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-65-the-state-of-bars-with-polly-watts-michael-roper-and-chris-black--4271587937e47c9c-9fa0-44c4-83b2-5f05999f4e78Wed, 30 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe pandemic has been devastating for bars across the country. On this episode we talk with three publicans of beloved craft beer bars about what 2020 has been like, measures they have taken to survive, and the challenges of a new year. Listen to...5058ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-64-a-holiday-roundtable-featuring-melissa-cole-christopher-shepard-and-greg-avola--42624258831aea3f-edb7-4afa-982f-cc3466eb9790Wed, 23 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation about 2020, what comes next for beer, and holiday traditions with author Melissa Cole, reporter and editor Christopher Shepard, and Untappd Co-founder Greg Avola.3850ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-63-mitch-steele-of-new-realm-brewing--42512961081c248b-73fa-4bfa-8e58-48169eaa5288Wed, 16 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with the brewmaster of New Realm Brewing on the evolution of IPAs, finding the right food pairings, styles that he cares about and wants to develop, and what he's learned over a career of brewing.3635ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-62-laura-ulrich-of-stone-brewing--42391574e8e2c52b-c665-478d-8b66-681870593c3cWed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollFrom brewing speciality batches to following career desires, and the importance of education, Laura Ulrich of Stone Brewing talks about her beers and passions. As president of the Pink Boots Society she talks about the changing nature of beer...3294ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-61-hugh-sisson-of-heavy-seas-beer--42272165346afe3b-3cfc-49a5-b252-66058b6c3540Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollHugh Sisson, the founder of Heavy Seas Brewing, talks about 25 years in the brewing industry and what he has learned along the way. From distribution decisions to a love of cask ale and while it will never take off in America, he shares insights,...3141ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-60-hutch-kugeman-of-the-culinary-institute-of-america--42154105d82e8a81-a000-40f5-bbf5-ea490dc61e50Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about holiday beer and food pairings with Hutch Kugeman, head brewer at the Culinary Institute of America.2844ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-59-tom-troncone-of-muckraker-beermaker--42032377e5009f58-9562-4d8e-8f75-11a7aef13af6Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollWhat happens when a reporter decides to become a beer maker? You follow nature. Tom Troncone of Muckraker Beermaker talks about spontaneous ales, seltzers, local ingredients, and news.3346ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-58-j-c-tetreault-of-trillium-brewing-co--41915911ebb31b32-f163-42d4-bdfb-628f698a01aeWed, 11 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about all of the F-Words (Farming, Future, Festivals, Foam, and Fans) with Jean-Claude Tetreault of Trillium Brewing Co.3098ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-57-jason-pellett-of-orpheus-brewing--4178691123bb63f2-677c-4e9b-9732-e60ab9fc3310Wed, 04 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe south's beer scene continues to evolve and as it does Jason Pellett the head brewer and CEO of Orpheus Brewing in Atlanta talks about embracing both tradition and chaos.2681ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-56-jeremy-marshall-of-lagunitas-brewing-co--416749436b8efa15-fb24-4eb2-8d41-856e31743d88Wed, 28 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe brewmaster of Lagunitas Brewing Co. talks about the relationship to beer and marijuana, an overall maturing in the beer space, and just how difficult it is to nail a non-alcoholic recipe. Jeremy Marshall has seen a lot of changes at the...4131ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-55-anna-jobe-of-night-shift-brewing--41563522461b6163-31a2-4202-b491-46449bd2d13cWed, 21 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with the innovation brewer at Night Shift about creating a recipe from scratch and where she finds inspiration. Then it's a dive into the brewery's future plans that include seltzer, wine and cider.2826ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-54-mike-kraai-of-drowned-lands-brewery--414506623a785fba-2415-4881-b904-c0a4b34d8663Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe newly opened Drowned Lands Brewing space in New York is a wonderful, sleek combination of tradition, modern flair, and finding innovation in beer. Owner Mike Kraai talks about his love of oak, and how he wants his beers to convey a sense of place...2903ale,beer,beer edge,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,hops,ipa,john holl,lager,malt,microbrew,pilsner,pints,steal this beer,stout,water,yeasttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-53-tomme-arthur-of-the-lost-abbey--4133846867e372b7-339e-4f1b-9acc-3b643e2f0458Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe founder and brewer of The Lost Abbey talks about how COVID-19 has changed his business and what the pandemic means for beer in general going forward. Tomme Arthur is here to talk about what comes next for brewing.2351ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-52-justin-stambaugh-of-stave-nail-brewing--41218804b21111d7-c041-4a93-a88b-a27b369ed875Wed, 30 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about carving out a niche in the already crowded San Diego beer market with the owner of Stave & Nail Brewing Co.2706ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-51-zach-beckwith-of-bend-brewing-co--41076138fd0d191f-7ae8-40d8-a7b2-a0e7cd610844Wed, 23 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollLet's talk about fresh hop beers and how most of us have never truly experienced them properly. Zach Beckwith of Bend Brewing Co. has some thoughts.3050ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-50-nile-zacherle-of-mad-fritz-beer--409253062d4f0a03-85e0-400d-9747-4172c0411802Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollWhen it comes to brewing beer in Napa Valley, going for the same old familiar recipes just won't fly. Nile Zacherle of Mad Fritz Beer talks about how he sources ingredients and how he lets them define the beers he makes.3450ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-49-brienne-allan-of-notch-brewing--40789631dc62411d-f26b-4acb-a1df-0fe28ab007d4Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about lagers, traditions, and why styles matter with Brienne Allan, the production manager at Notch Brewing.3652ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-48-alex-lovinggood-of-barn-town-brewing--40646421520e53be-fbee-40ff-bca5-db5457c16f0eWed, 02 Sep 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollWhat's the best way to chug a beer? Alex Lovinggood of Barn Town Brewing has some suggestions. Also, we talk about Citra and Mosaic, cocktails, and cheese burgers.2760ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-47-jennifer-yuengling-of-d-g-yuengling-son-brewery--40495403df7682b7-e75c-4a6e-9e60-fbd54c0eb445Wed, 26 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about legacy and the future with Jennifer Yuengling, a 6th generation family member and current Vice President of Operations for D.G. Yuengling & Son brewery in Pennsylvania.2438ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-46-christopher-meyers-crane-brewing-co--403990855ad36a10-4bb7-4c7c-8d0e-5e57074a64d6Wed, 19 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollExploring the concept of evolving tradition when it comes to gose and Berliner weisse with Christopher Meyers, a co-founder of Crane Brewing Co. in Missouri.1895ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-45-ethan-cox-of-community-beer-works--40277516f9d77837-53c1-4d50-93bd-60271f0ba28aWed, 12 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about building a beer community, brewing with fruit, and the tough future for breweries with Ethan Cox.3227ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-44-garrett-oliver-of-the-brooklyn-brewery--40148520e99ab9d6-38b6-4be0-9369-beb2ef5533dcWed, 05 Aug 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollGarrett Oliver talks about the creation and the importance of the Michael Jackson Foundation for Brewing & Distilling.2294ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-43-lisa-allen-of-heater-allen-brewing--40028875cdb731d1-7499-4651-b1fe-6e4636d68c43Wed, 29 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking lagers and what it is like to work in the family business with Lisa Allen of Heater Allen Brewing in Oregon.2934ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-42-kim-sturdavant-of-pacifica-brewery--39893225fb191dbd-661b-4e0b-8c59-9dffdb825f51Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollA walk down memory lane with Kim Sturdavant the creator of the Brut IPA style and his thoughts on its future.2903ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-drinks-adventures-with-dj-mccready--39830166bb2895de-66dd-4eae-8271-800857e6747bSat, 18 Jul 2020 10:41:24 +0000John HollFor your listening pleasure, we proud to present a special episode of Drinks Adventures with James Atkinson. The Australian podcast host interviews DJ McCready one of the countries most respected brewers.1386ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-41-author-and-pub-enthusiast-pete-brown--397720282ab5f01d-98c3-473a-9a72-8d8d81c63ac6Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation on the meaning of "craft" in beer with author Pete Brown. How it came to be, how it changed and lost its meaning, and why the word is still important.2239ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-40-averie-swanson-of-keeping-together--3752111045921aa1-d5b2-4f52-82ec-7646e577de51Wed, 08 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about brewing small, specialty batches of beer with Averie Swanson of Keeping Together in Chicago.2734ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-39-chase-healey-of-american-solera--35076064c6c94377-4ea0-40eb-87f0-e3a514498f7fWed, 01 Jul 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about changes to a brewery model, making stouts, and respecting wood with Chase Healey of American Solera in Tulsa, Oklahoma.2572ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-38-libby-crider-of-2nd-shift-brewing--3280446052a8f916-3432-4c4a-97f8-83bbb38e0743Wed, 24 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with brewery co-owner Libby Crider about responding to COVID-19, strong partnerships, and being active online and in life.2238ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-37-geoff-and-marcy-larson-of-alaskan-brewing-co--3136491744c0eca4-98a1-4d16-97c7-e14f898675dbWed, 17 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking with the founders of Alaskan Brewing Co. on the evolution of amber ale, adapting to a changing beer world, the importance of tradition, and smoked beer.3972ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-36-marcus-baskerville-of-weathered-souls--30098184b571cb01-9ae2-40ef-95cb-da20599ed3c5Wed, 10 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollA conversation with the co-founder and head brewer of Weathered Souls Brewing in San Antonio about the Black is Beautiful collaboration beer.2625ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-35-chris-enegren-of-enegren-brewing--28978701115e9f3e-da7b-44a9-a962-b0d8cb21da05Wed, 03 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollDiving into the American Reinheitsgebot and talking about building a brewery on the back of an alt with the co-founder of Enegren Brewing in California.3315ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-34-jeffrey-stuffings-of-jester-king--284109340e9b9d22-4f58-4933-9095-2d6fcb6240ceWed, 27 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking about pilsner, wine, and fruit season with the founder and owner of Jester King Brewery.3127ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-33-john-harris-of-ecliptic-brewing--27838155294a62f2-5b07-40a1-8d5d-a625c8ec0fb5Wed, 20 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollAfter a career spent at some of Oregon's most iconic breweries John Harris opened his own brewery and charted new flavors and helped us all look at the stars. A conversation about innovation, passion, and secret ingredients.2925ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-32-sean-lawson-of-lawson-s-finest-liquid--2721211714d0cc31-0c6b-4146-8469-f461f7ab98daWed, 13 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollFinding the blank spaces in beer to create memorable recipes an how an evolution from a small one barrel system to a fully operational 40 hectolitre brewhouse has helped Sean Lawson achieve his dream of a beer community.3049ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-31-marika-josephson-of-scratch-brewing-co--268136885c2f80cf-5323-4ccf-b484-9ddbf8b6a7b7Wed, 06 May 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollSpring is a time of growth. It's also a great time to enjoy beers brewed with foraged and local ingredients. With that in mind, it seems like a great time to catch up with Scratch Brewing Company co-founder and brewer Marika Josephson.2772ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-30-mitch-ermatinger-of-speciation-artisan-ales--263266567bdab8e0-2e04-484b-975c-bd62023f6d66Wed, 29 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis week we’re talking about mixed fermentation, natural wine, and even hard seltzer with Mitch Ermatinger of Speciation Artisan Ales.3282ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-29-ethan-tripp-of-fermentery-form--2587837079547ea6-b9d9-437f-bbc5-d57e819c0deaWed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollPatience is what must be practiced when it comes to creating the beers at Philadelphia's Fermentery Form.2778ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-28-pete-slosberg-of-pete-s-wicked--255114013ee3df9a-e1f1-4e67-8371-3a02fe881794Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThe co-founder of Pete's Wicked talks about finding success in beer and what to do if your company comes to an end.2427ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-27-karen-hertz-brian-kulbacki-on-the-state-of-gluten-free-beer--24956544fa298bbe-1e20-4a39-8a19-f1b780f65f7fWed, 08 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollA deep dive into the world of gluten free with the brewers and owners of Holidaily Brewing (Colorado) and Departed Soles (New Jersey) to find out what is new and exciting in the category.2999ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-26-this-week-in-rauchbier--24697457c6dd83c1-3279-46d3-bb7f-62a9891649b0Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis Week in Rauchbier: The world’s most important, long running, and most awarded show dedicated to smoked beer.2130ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-25-preston-theony-and-luke-wortendyke-of-wren-house-brewing--24277576d89b4d73-f476-4531-988b-6d611e00bb41Wed, 25 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThey put how many pounds of hops per barrel in their recent triple IPA?!? Listen in as two of of the brewers at Arizona's Wren House Brewing talk about a festival beer, brewing local, and customer appreciation.2145ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-24-patrick-rue-of-the-bruery--240040435cf72899-7b82-4f12-83c5-d7cdc4cdae0dWed, 18 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollThis is anything but a normal episode. With the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the globe the show checks in with brewers from around the country including Patrick Rue and Sean Lilly Wilson. Andy Crouch pops up with some legal advice in these difficult...2610ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-23-ting-su-of-eagle-rock-brewery--2373832086955ad1-e4ed-4b41-818e-435086be8558Wed, 11 Mar 2020 04:00:00 +0000John HollTalking education, diversity, and building a beer program in Los Angeles with Ting Su, the co-founder of Eagle Rock Brewery.3089ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-22-jason-perkins-of-allagash-brewing-company--23453652562e35bc-0783-47bf-a88b-d2ebc769b5a0Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe brewmaster of Allagash Brewing Company talks about its flagship White Ale, how it has evolved, and how the brewery manages to innovate while still staying true to its identity.1951ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-21-rudi-ghequire-and-sam-calagione--23197640820d71ec-bff6-435c-b9d8-dd7f099aa1caWed, 26 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollThe brewers of Rodenbach and Dogfish Head talk about their new collaboration beer Vibrant P'Ocean, the terroir of beer, and how to approach brewing up something new that doesn't compete with existing beers.2452ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-20-jeremy-danner-of-4-hands-brewing-co--2294119283a2df0e-004f-4ca7-9702-68129e8d0aabWed, 19 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollJeremy Danner has held a lot of jobs at breweries including a stint as a cork sorter at Boulevard Brewing Co. Now, as an on premise account manager and brewery ambassador for 4 Hands Brewing Co, he talks about personal identities intertwined with...2774ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-19-chase-saraiva-of-arizona-wilderness--226808051d08e0a5-65df-44b1-8f66-4c3f396ba55dWed, 12 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollChase Saraiva the head brewer of Arizona Wilderness talks about how he passed up on a career in dentistry to create lagers and wild beers. From brewing with local ingredients to Camp Coolship, Saraiva shares his thoughts on brewing today and the...1953ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-18-megan-parisi-of-samuel-adams--224314993b17c9b0-05ce-4315-b9bd-9a57712977edWed, 05 Feb 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollCatching up with the head brewer of the new Samuel Adams Taproom and Brewery in Boston's Faneuil Hall and talking about art inspired beer, recipe development, education, and what it's like to brew in front of a crowd.3069ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-17-brandon-jones-of-embrace-the-funk--22182473ae2c920e-bdae-4a9b-a393-5ef07da49bb4Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollWe go deep into what it means to be a sour beer, the benefits of green glass, and get a sneak preview of the 2020 Funk Fest with Brandon Jones of Yazoo Brewing and Embrace the Funk.2858ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-16-ashleigh-carter-and-bill-eye-of-bierstadt-lagerhaus--21939907733ab490-7e92-4602-9b9f-4045ff8c2be1Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollWhat's the current state of lagers in America? How do you run a brewery that stays true to your values and only makes the beers you care about? Ashleigh Carter and Bill Eye of Bierstadt Lagerhaus have some thoughts and they share them all on this...3069ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-15-matt-lincecum-of-fremont-brewing--21699277b4441ee3-0455-41ce-93ea-0d98380d1a5fWed, 15 Jan 2020 05:05:00 +0000John HollTalking barrel aged stouts, sustainability, organic farming, and the responsibilities of brewery owners with Matt Lincecum of Fremont Brewing in Seattle, Washington on planet earth.2878ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-14-linus-hall-of-yazoo-brewing--214606439a022b05-383c-42fd-ad4e-d19397c11b96Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollIn 2003 Linus Hall founded Yazoo Brewing in Nashville and has been an advocate for great beer in the city ever since. In this episode he talks about growth, recipe development, and getting busted for drinking on the New York City subway.3065ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-bill-shufelt-of-athletic-brewing-co--2124086999f7c074-3997-49d6-ab82-81b156f18766Wed, 01 Jan 2020 05:00:00 +0000John HollGet into the Dry January spirit as we talk with Bill Shufelt of Athletic Brewing Co. The non-alcoholic beer space is at the start of a Renaissance in the United States. Hear how we got to this point and what to expect in the coming months and years.2946ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-maureen-ogle-author-of-ambitious-brew--210531793829faa8-4a98-4c9d-8062-6c8eb4253830Wed, 25 Dec 2019 08:05:00 +0000John HollTalking with author, historian, ranter, and idea junkie Maureen Ogle. She's the author of Ambitious Brew: A History of American Beer. A revised edition is now available where books are sold.2901ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-11-jace-marti-of-schell-s-brewery--2104909864faa803-b127-490a-ac7a-7d22adddfbf6Wed, 25 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000John HollJace Marti is a 6th generation brewer at August Schell's Brewery in New Ulm Minnesota and the creator of the Starkeller, the brewery's wild and wood program. Schell's is the second oldest family-owned brewery in the United States but Marti doesn't...3095ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-10-augie-carton-of-carton-brewing-co--20844602bf74ee83-70fa-4783-8a6a-450613cb46dbWed, 18 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000John HollExploring flavors and unpacking beers with Augie Carton of Carton Brewing Co. From what fine dining taught him about beer and what he's focusing on with his own recipes, it's all covered in this week's episode.3620ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-lauren-woods-limbach-of-new-belgium-brewing-co--2064741387fc4d00-c15d-4bfb-876f-c86cb5995b8dWed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000John HollLauren Woods Limbach the the wood cellar director and blender for New Belgium Brewing Co. talks about sour beers, changes in the industry, and what the brewery's recent sale to Lion Little World Beverages means for her and fellow employee owners.3241ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-8-cesar-marron-of-sketchbook-brewing--204696716628e2c9-6071-4b36-9832-0174c1e7b62bWed, 04 Dec 2019 05:00:00 +0000John HollCesar Marron of Sketchbook Brewing in Evanston, Illinois talks about his homebrewing background and when he knew the time was right to go pro, specialty IPA releases, and growing into a new space.3339ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-7-chad-henderson-of-noda-brewing--20302871a2a69876-c3ef-4396-a050-ff0da56475b9Wed, 27 Nov 2019 05:00:00 +0000John HollChad Henderson of NoDa Brewing talks about how changes in the law in North Carolina a few years back helped pave the way for his brewery, and how a simple conversation at a the Denver Rare Beer Tasting event helped him peruse his dream of brewing.3154ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-6-samantha-lee-and-stephen-bossu-of-hopewell-brewing--2013902657bae693-cbb0-4bbb-8ef3-8aed91d63746Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000John HollThe co-founders of Hopewell Brewing in Chicago talk about politics and beer, the importance of community, and the evolution of their beers.3259ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-5-bill-wesselink-and-hagen-dost-of-dovetail-brewery--200319250d199634-4718-465c-80c4-2088f7f1febeWed, 13 Nov 2019 14:02:00 +0000John HollStrap in folks, because this week it’s Hagen Dost and Bill Wesselink of Chicago’s Dovetail Brewing.3105ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-evan-watson-of-plan-bee-farm-brewery--200319284c018b9c-ea55-4501-a1e5-5812573e5013Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:55:00 +0000John HollEvan Watson is a farmer, brewer, musician, athlete, and all around thoughtful guy. A conversation recorded at Plan Bee Farm Brewery.3365ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-garrett-marrero-of-maui-brewing-company--20031930f5445d08-fb1c-4d4f-94b6-06a7bd62e2e8Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:40:00 +0000John HollWhat’s in a title? For Garrett Marrero, the CEO of Maui Brewing Company it’s the latest in an evolution of his company that started off as a small brewpub and now is a major beverage company making not just beer but coffee, spirits, and hard seltzer.2870ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stouttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-carol-stoudt-of-stoudts-brewing-company--20031926c269d99a-fdf7-45cb-b0ce-3f8abc07973cWed, 13 Nov 2019 12:30:00 +0000John HollCarol Stoudt was the first female brewmaster in the United States following Prohibition. In this episode she talks about experience gained over 30 years in the business, the excitement and uncertainty of the future, and lagers.3393ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-matt-brynildson-of-firestone-walker-brewing-company--2003194050fd55d3-afcf-4fdb-9a88-6451835fd28eWed, 13 Nov 2019 01:42:00 +0000John HollMatt Brynildson, the Brewmaster of the Firestone Walker Brewing Company, talks with John Holl in Antwerp, Belgium.3455ale,beer,brewery,brewing,business,craft beer,homebrewing,ipa,john holl,lager,pilsner,steal this beer,stoutfalsefull