https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-brewdeck-podcast--4786319enHobbiesCopyright Jason Rogershttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b6ac1997b13bc50fbb6c52b55699c64a.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-brewdeck-podcast--4786319Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:23:34 +0000Jason RogersJason Rogersfeeds@spreaker.comWe'll be focusing on a myriad of topics to help Inspire Your Craft. We have a line up of special guests that we're pulling out of the woodwork across the globe to discuss everything brewing and distilling. We'll cover topics from selecting and...false1e7ad8a3-27ca-5fbf-a4a9-2c66b3236c37episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e-7-e-11-brewing-the-message-part-2--74701502For Part 2 of our Brewing the Message conversation, we’re joined by Lennie Ambrose, CMO of Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and Todd DiMatteo, Owner and Head Brewer of Good Word Brewing and Public House, to talk branding, storytelling, collaboration, and building genuine connections with your community.
From a 30+ year Houston institution to a community-driven Georgia brewery, their approaches may look different, but the fundamentals are surprisingly similar: tell your story, build real relationships, collaborate, and give people a reason to remember who made the beer.Because you don’t need the biggest marketing budget to build a brand people care about. You need a message worth sharing. ]]>963bc649-3343-40d9-ba77-1eca5c7b837cWed, 26 Aug 2026 16:24:44 +0000Jason RogersWhat does great beer marketing look like when breweries have very different budgets, teams, and resources? For Part 2 of our Brewing the Message conversation, we’re joined by Lennie Ambrose, CMO of Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and Todd DiMatteo,...For Part 2 of our Brewing the Message conversation, we’re joined by Lennie Ambrose, CMO of Saint Arnold Brewing Company, and Todd DiMatteo, Owner and Head Brewer of Good Word Brewing and Public House, to talk branding, storytelling, collaboration, and building genuine connections with your community.
From a 30+ year Houston institution to a community-driven Georgia brewery, their approaches may look different, but the fundamentals are surprisingly similar: tell your story, build real relationships, collaborate, and give people a reason to remember who made the beer.Because you don’t need the biggest marketing budget to build a brand people care about. You need a message worth sharing. ]]>2387false711fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-10-brewing-the-message-part-1--74667337In Part 1 of our two-part Brewing the Message series, host Adri Richey sits down with Kyndall Weir from Weir Beer in California, and Julie Voigt from Birdsview Brewing Company in Washington, to talk about what brewery marketing actually looks like when the marketing team is just one person.
We talk social media, branding, product photography, measuring campaigns, finding your brewery’s personality, and creating an authentic voice that people actually connect with. Because great brewery marketing isn’t just about selling beer.  It’s about telling your story, giving people a reason to remember you, and creating a community that wants to come back.
And apparently, breweries had a LOT to say about this topic. More than 70 breweries reached out when we asked who wanted to join the conversation, so we had no choice: we made two episodes.
Part 2 drops later this week, featuring two more breweries with very different marketing budgets and approaches.]]>58621353-857a-475c-b344-a1e39c972a0bMon, 24 Aug 2026 21:43:33 +0000Jason RogersWhat would you do differently if someone handed you $100K just for marketing and a team of five people? Now flip the question: How do you market a brewery when your budget is basically nonexistent? In Part 1 of our two-part Brewing the Message series,...In Part 1 of our two-part Brewing the Message series, host Adri Richey sits down with Kyndall Weir from Weir Beer in California, and Julie Voigt from Birdsview Brewing Company in Washington, to talk about what brewery marketing actually looks like when the marketing team is just one person.
We talk social media, branding, product photography, measuring campaigns, finding your brewery’s personality, and creating an authentic voice that people actually connect with. Because great brewery marketing isn’t just about selling beer.  It’s about telling your story, giving people a reason to remember you, and creating a community that wants to come back.
And apparently, breweries had a LOT to say about this topic. More than 70 breweries reached out when we asked who wanted to join the conversation, so we had no choice: we made two episodes.
Part 2 drops later this week, featuring two more breweries with very different marketing budgets and approaches.]]>2446false710fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-9-cannabis-meets-craft-the-rise-of-functional-beverages--73245185a65b71d7-8d92-4156-9a27-a8b72b58132eWed, 29 Jul 2026 20:08:40 +0000Jason RogersTHC beverages are changing the beverage industry, and breweries are paying attention.In this episode of the BrewDeck Podcast, we talk with the teams at Perfectly Dosed and Third Space Brewing about the rise of functional beverages, how THC and CBD...2513false79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-8-un-poco-gay-pride-on-tap--72657615a9a6c3da-27b5-45ab-b88a-8cd16a2ad9f8Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:11:42 +0000Jason RogersMade with pride, brewed with purpose. In the craft beer world, stories matter, especially when they reflect diversity, authenticity, and community. On this episode of the BrewDeck Podcast, Adri sits down with Dennis Ramey and Osbaldo Hernandez,...1726false78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-7-east-vs-west-the-ipa-divide--722342665ae6b9db-14e7-4e50-a821-8c5f1ddba339Fri, 29 May 2026 19:08:15 +0000Jason RogersJoin us on the BrewDeck Podcast as we dive into the world of IPAs with two legendary guests! From the West Coast, we have Winslow Sawyer, the founder and owner of Pure Brewing in sunny San Diego. Discover how he brings sustainability and innovation to...2383false77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-6-live-from-cbc-2026--71715975- Mungo Fawcett (Thomas Fawcett & Sons) and Zack Adams (Fox Farm) to talk heritage malts, Burton ales, and why looking back is driving innovation forward.
- Commercial Sales Manager Patrick Sylvester to discuss the hot steep method, building flavor vocabulary, and making better beer with a $100 setup.
- Chris Hodge (Director of Sales/ Oregon Fruit) to talk real fruit concentrates, taproom innovation, and where beverage trends are heading. To close it out, Brittany and Matt turn the mic on Heather for her final episode after 5 years reflecting on the podcast’s beginnings, standout moments, and the community built along the way.]]>35c58b91-3849-4cc1-8add-27ed250c3f6eTue, 28 Apr 2026 20:08:31 +0000Jason RogersThe BrewDeck Podcast went live from the CBC 2026 trade show floor in Philadelphia 🍻 Across three days, Heather, Brittany, and Matt sat down with: - Mungo Fawcett (Thomas Fawcett & Sons) and Zack Adams (Fox Farm) to talk heritage malts, Burton...- Mungo Fawcett (Thomas Fawcett & Sons) and Zack Adams (Fox Farm) to talk heritage malts, Burton ales, and why looking back is driving innovation forward.
- Commercial Sales Manager Patrick Sylvester to discuss the hot steep method, building flavor vocabulary, and making better beer with a $100 setup.
- Chris Hodge (Director of Sales/ Oregon Fruit) to talk real fruit concentrates, taproom innovation, and where beverage trends are heading. To close it out, Brittany and Matt turn the mic on Heather for her final episode after 5 years reflecting on the podcast’s beginnings, standout moments, and the community built along the way.]]>2826false76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-5-yeast-side-story-a-fermentation-tale--71141151a08abc22-df38-4ef5-891f-42abcf9dc0e2Mon, 06 Apr 2026 20:35:43 +0000Jason RogersYeast isn’t just doing the work, it’s writing the entire flavor story.In this episode of The BrewDeck Podcast, we get into what yeast is really doing in spirit distillation and why it’s way more than a sugar-to-alcohol machine.With insights from...4381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-4-big-grain-energy--70574646We’re joined by Ashley McFarland, President of the American Malting Barley Association, and Miranda Gibson, third-generation farmer at B & H Farming. Together they discuss barley research, sustainable farming practices, and how collaboration across the supply chain supports both brewers and growers.From the Baselining Barley Project and government advocacy to on-farm innovations like soil moisture sensors and solar energy, this conversation explores how sustainability, technology, and leadership are helping the barley industry evolve.
If you're a brewer, farmer, craft beer enthusiast, or just looking for stories of leadership, resilience, and breaking new ground, this conversation is for you too.]]>febc58db-eeed-4d81-bea6-f19168d04fa3Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:38:31 +0000Jason RogersIn celebration of International Women’s Day, this episode highlights the women helping to shape the future of barley and agriculture. We’re joined by Ashley McFarland, President of the American Malting Barley Association, and Miranda Gibson,...We’re joined by Ashley McFarland, President of the American Malting Barley Association, and Miranda Gibson, third-generation farmer at B & H Farming. Together they discuss barley research, sustainable farming practices, and how collaboration across the supply chain supports both brewers and growers.From the Baselining Barley Project and government advocacy to on-farm innovations like soil moisture sensors and solar energy, this conversation explores how sustainability, technology, and leadership are helping the barley industry evolve.
If you're a brewer, farmer, craft beer enthusiast, or just looking for stories of leadership, resilience, and breaking new ground, this conversation is for you too.]]>2764false74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-3-cereal-killers-a-lager-episode--69961131

Wiseacre Brewing and the art of patience behind Tiny Bomb, a flagship Pilsner that carries half their production (plus a very real bird-in-the-whirlpool moment )

Live Oak + Hold Out Brewing teaming up for Spudweiser, a potato-powered lager with award-winning results and a surf-ready spud on the label.

Epiphany Craft Malt breaking down rice malting, heirloom grains, and why local ingredients are shaping the future of brewing lagers. 

Hit play for brewing stories, fermentation talk, collaboration magic, and a whole lot of cereal-grain chaos. ]]>9c121405-5f8c-4afa-80c4-902f659d503bTue, 10 Feb 2026 19:51:58 +0000Jason RogersBrittany, Heather and Matt go deep on lagers, adjuncts, and the quiet chaos that makes great beer possible.We’re talking: - Wiseacre Brewing and the art of patience behind Tiny Bomb, a flagship Pilsner that carries half their production (plus a very...

Wiseacre Brewing and the art of patience behind Tiny Bomb, a flagship Pilsner that carries half their production (plus a very real bird-in-the-whirlpool moment )

Live Oak + Hold Out Brewing teaming up for Spudweiser, a potato-powered lager with award-winning results and a surf-ready spud on the label.

Epiphany Craft Malt breaking down rice malting, heirloom grains, and why local ingredients are shaping the future of brewing lagers. 

Hit play for brewing stories, fermentation talk, collaboration magic, and a whole lot of cereal-grain chaos. ]]>3280false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-2-tiny-bottle-big-story-exploring-the-magic-of-underberg--69525180329de20a-9ba5-4cd0-b8ba-e63e026ec8ceTue, 20 Jan 2026 22:10:04 +0000Jason RogersIn this special mini-sode of the Brew Deck podcast, Heather and Brittany welcome Hubertine Underberg-Ruder, President of the Board of Underberg AG. The episode delves into the rich history of Underberg, a family enterprise known for its herbal...2541false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-7-e-1-brewdeck-wrapped-top-5--69329111

A look back at the founding and growth of Country Malt Group in celebration of its 30th anniversary

A Pride Month episode focused on fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across our global organization

A live recording from the American Distilling Institute Conference featuring voices from across the spirits industry

Our annual International Women’s Day roundtable spotlighting women in leadership and production roles

An inside look at the development and launch of low color wheat and chit malt from Great Western Malting

Tune in as we revisit the moments that defined 2025 and set the stage for Season 7. 🎙️🍻]]>5e23d530-bea8-4af9-8d98-6a4bbbd478a3Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:41:51 +0000Jason RogersWe’re kicking off Season 7 of the Brewdeck Podcast by revisiting our most-listened episodes of 2025. In this recap episode, we count down the Top 5 conversations that resonated most with our audience, spanning company history, industry perspectives,...

A look back at the founding and growth of Country Malt Group in celebration of its 30th anniversary

A Pride Month episode focused on fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across our global organization

A live recording from the American Distilling Institute Conference featuring voices from across the spirits industry

Our annual International Women’s Day roundtable spotlighting women in leadership and production roles

An inside look at the development and launch of low color wheat and chit malt from Great Western Malting

Tune in as we revisit the moments that defined 2025 and set the stage for Season 7. 🎙️🍻]]>4822false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-15-stalk-of-the-town-2025-barley-outlook--6895005129f71cb7-df72-43fe-8e21-94e25c7cc274Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:42:02 +0000Jason RogersIn this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Dodd (Director of Grain, Canada Malting) and Dustin Camphouse (Farm Business Manager, Great Western Malting) for a fast, clear breakdown of the 2025 North American barley crop. We cover crop quality, yields,...2981false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-14-brewer-s-passport-malt-edition--684061330365e8ea-3ac3-4739-ba4a-562570db4b31Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:16:12 +0000Jason RogersPack your virtual passport!  In this episode, we travel across Europe to chat with three of our iconic malt brands, Castle Malting (Belgium), Tchecomalt (Czech Republic), and Bairds Malt (UK).Our guests, Mattijs Nuyts, Ondrej Vlasanek, and Richard...2683false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-13-live-at-drinktec-2025--68136634In September, we crossed the pond to Munich, Germany to take part in Drinktec, the world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry. In this episode, Justine Johnson, our Marketing and Global Events Manager, sits down with CEO Jorge Solis and Chief Growth & Innovation Officer Laurent Debande.
They dive into some exciting topics, including:Innovative malt applications like malt-based coffee drinks and malt chocolate cookies.Our sustainability goals for 2030.The latest advances and innovations in the malt world.]]>d39a7b79-64d9-4f6c-b3ae-0635606d0700Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:27:14 +0000Jason RogersWe’re LIVE from Drinktec 2025! In September, we crossed the pond to Munich, Germany to take part in Drinktec, the world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry. In this episode, Justine Johnson, our Marketing and Global Events...In September, we crossed the pond to Munich, Germany to take part in Drinktec, the world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry. In this episode, Justine Johnson, our Marketing and Global Events Manager, sits down with CEO Jorge Solis and Chief Growth & Innovation Officer Laurent Debande.
They dive into some exciting topics, including:Innovative malt applications like malt-based coffee drinks and malt chocolate cookies.Our sustainability goals for 2030.The latest advances and innovations in the malt world.]]>1765false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-12-live-at-adi-2025--677055832f775b73-45bb-4830-8bc1-6cb0163c22feWed, 10 Sep 2025 15:38:55 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at American Distilling Institute 2025 in San Antonio! In this episode, we speak to Tim from Ranger Creek about the white dog samples they made for us, Erik Owens from ADI, and Rob Pinson, the liquor lawyer!3803false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6e-11-poured-over-policy-laws-shaping-craft-beer--67556574e5956bea-1c89-453a-8e83-4c6e2850a1b8Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:54:12 +0000Jason RogersThis episode highlights two interviews on legislative advocacy in the U.S. craft brewing industry. To begin we discuss the Brewers Association Hill Climb in Washington, D.C., emphasizing its role in strengthening ties with lawmakers and advancing...3359false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-10-the-aftermash--670789619ed3d383-0159-4613-9c4d-6732aadff382Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:47:54 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Douglass Miller and Dan Kurzrock.In this episode, hosts Heather Jerred and Brittany Drennan dig into the creative reuse of spent grain, turning brewery waste into culinary and commercial gold.Guests Douglass Miller (Cornell University) and...2178false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-9-pour-some-pride-on-it--66630795]]>453d9d3a-f586-4d98-bb71-5ea858b876e9Thu, 19 Jun 2025 15:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Dyke Beer and The Reflections Project.This podcast explores mental health in the craft beer industry, featuring Dyke Beer founders on building inclusive queer spaces and Molly Flynn on launching The Reflections Project, a nonprofit for...]]>2598false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-8-wheat-and-other-good-chit--66291240620740c2-202c-4911-aa0c-2d7e34d1fc95Tue, 27 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Definitive Brewing and Great Western Malting.We’re getting into the weeds – and the wheat – on this episode. Join the team from Great Western Malting and James Bridwell of Definitive Brewing Co. as we break down the story behind two of...4192false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-7-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-3--65832237Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc]]>35e14678-af4b-491f-855c-eef5c75b670aThu, 01 May 2025 19:04:31 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis! In this episode, we’re playing trivia with attendees on the trade show floor. How much do you know about beer, Indiana, and Indy 500? See if you can beat our guests!...Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc]]>916false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-6-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-2--65815179ef8d208a-a8e6-4c36-b0d4-0e909e78a563Wed, 30 Apr 2025 19:14:22 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis! In today's episode, we're joined by Guggman Haus Brewing's husband and wife duo, Derek and Courtney Guggenberger, to discuss our collab beers brewed specially for...1312false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-5-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-1--65796781Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc]]>b724664d-6d85-484f-9a65-1f5f077fe5bdTue, 29 Apr 2025 17:55:02 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis! In this episode, we’re having beers with Bart Watson, President and CEO of the Brewers Association. We discuss state of the industry, trends and tariffs. Learn more...Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc]]>1586false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-4-grain-grit-growth-the-cmg-journey--65649012e449cb18-81e6-4640-a548-3ba51c66edb4Mon, 21 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000Jason Rogers30 years. One blue cargo van. A father-son dream that changed the craft beer industry.In this special episode, we’re sitting down with the founders of Country Malt Group to revisit the humble beginnings and epic evolution of CMG– from a shed in New...3225false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-3-barley-boss-moves--6495117830e14148-d89c-4fae-922b-e479f5a704e5Tue, 18 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Great Western Malting, Canada Malting Co., and Country Malt Group.In this special Women's Month episode, we’re handing the mic to the powerhouse women at our company. They share their career journeys, the challenges they’ve faced in a...3181false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-2-boot-scoot-whiskey--64431662f068a096-e80f-419e-93a2-c2791616ebc2Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Paul Bee Distillery, Arch Ray Resort, Great Heights Brewing. Pull on your boots and saddle up for this first-of-its-kind collab! In this episode, we’re two-steppin’ into the world of craft distilling with Arch Ray Resort and the Pink Boots...2128false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-6-e-1-it-s-giving-top-10-of-2024--63956640 To kick off the year, we’re serving a vibe-check on last year’s most iconic episodes. From deep dives into roasted and rye malts, to the non-alcoholic market glow-up and industry-changing convos on diversity and inclusion, these episodes highlight the topics that made waves in 2024. Whether you’re a day-one listener or just tuning in, this countdown is the ultimate rewind.]]>05d72e09-cc08-4a3f-8a8a-f03a0006cea1Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersThe BrewDeck Podcast is back and thriving for Season 6! Since 2020, we’ve been spilling the tea (or should we say beer?) on all things brewing, distilling, and malting, keeping the craft beverage world on trend. To kick off the year, we’re serving a... To kick off the year, we’re serving a vibe-check on last year’s most iconic episodes. From deep dives into roasted and rye malts, to the non-alcoholic market glow-up and industry-changing convos on diversity and inclusion, these episodes highlight the topics that made waves in 2024. Whether you’re a day-one listener or just tuning in, this countdown is the ultimate rewind.]]>5390false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-22-crop-it-like-it-s-hot-2024-harvest-update--63350835 Psst! Did the BrewDeck make your top 5 podcasts this year on Spotify Wrapped? We want to thank you! Send us a screenshot on Instagram (@CountryMalt) or email us at ⁠brewdeck@souffletmalt.com⁠ and we'll send you some goodies! ]]>ae0e61f5-caae-4563-9707-5a39b10b7c73Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersIt’s that time of year—our annual barley summary and crop update is here! In this episode, Toby Tucker, Heather Jerred, and Jon Mendrick guide us through the 2024 Canadian and U.S. barley harvest, comparing it to prior years, the global barley crop,... Psst! Did the BrewDeck make your top 5 podcasts this year on Spotify Wrapped? We want to thank you! Send us a screenshot on Instagram (@CountryMalt) or email us at ⁠brewdeck@souffletmalt.com⁠ and we'll send you some goodies! ]]>2976false522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-21-trailblazers-in-tradition-indigenous-craft-beer--62703439457df5b3-a1b5-40aa-9c46-d0d29f81950eTue, 12 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Bow and Arrow Brewing. Happy Native American Heritage Month! In this special episode, we’re celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people with Bow and Arrow Brewing Co., the first Native American woman-owned...3210false521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-20-game-of-tones-roasted-malt-edition--624610632ec1f7ad-3637-4255-adfb-3306e19b52f8Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Crooked Hammock Brewery. In this special episode, we dive deep into the dark and complex world of Roasted Malts, exploring the role these bold ingredients play in crafting the finest beers. Our special guests Larry Horwitz of Crooked...3737false520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-19-don-t-cry-over-spilled-beer--6191039141d37b23-70a6-4c52-ac61-711d24180ca8Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Comrade Brewing Company. What happens when a truck crashes into your facility and collides with your active brewing tanks? Well, don't cry over spilled beer! This episode, we talk to David Lin from Comrade Brewing in Colorado about making...2587false519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-18-beauty-and-the-yeast--611681035fdc0c73-2d70-48a4-9794-2b676ce39a07Tue, 27 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Lallemand and AB Biotek. It's the American Distilling Institute's 2024 Craft Spirits Conference this week in Baltimore and we're celebrating distilling here on The BrewDeck Podcast! We're joined by our resident distilling experts, Geoff...3417false518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-17-certified-wheat-seven-days-a-week--61011362ceb97a2f-e983-4555-b719-ab22eeb84c1fTue, 13 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: the Country Malt Group team. So we wheat again! In this episode, we're joined by our friends – Patrick Sylvester, Territory Manager, and Abi Conner, Product Manager – to discuss the wild world of wheat. They talk us through the use of wheat...2116false517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-16-best-of-the-fest-barrel-flow--60859865 Psst! Tickets are on sale for Barrel & Flow, August 9-11 in Pittsburgh. BrewDeck listeners can use special code "brewdeck10" for 10% off tickets! Cheers!]]>c70f4019-65ea-4f28-bb88-b9601e5b8ad6Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Barrel & Flow Fest. In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into the #1 Brew Fest in America: Barrel & Flow Fest! We're joined by Day Bracey, founder of Barrel and Flow, to discuss how they connect opportunity, accessibility, and... Psst! Tickets are on sale for Barrel & Flow, August 9-11 in Pittsburgh. BrewDeck listeners can use special code "brewdeck10" for 10% off tickets! Cheers!]]>2641false516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-15-super-fruit--60709927a45ebc64-f799-42a7-8bfb-e7200909edddTue, 16 Jul 2024 15:31:58 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Oregon Fruit Co. and new fruit concentrates coming soon. In this fruity and fun episode, we're joined by industry experts Chris Hodge from Oregon Fruit and Tyson Jones to discuss the delicious world of fruit additions in beer and other...4031false515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-14-no-beer-left-behind--60576158 In this episode, Heather and Cheyenne are joined by their colleagues Brittany, Matt, and Sydney to discuss their favorite "underrated" beer styles. Matt chooses the grisette, a lighter version of a saison, which he describes as a versatile style that allows brewers to experiment with different adjuncts and seasonal ingredients. Sydney picks the milk stout, highlighting its smooth and creamy flavor, as well as its historical reputation as a "healthy" beer. Brittany selects the black IPA, noting its perfect combination of maltiness and hoppiness. What do you think is the most underrated beer style? The crew engages in a friendly debate, which showcases the diversity and creativity within the world of beer styles!]]>a6f6d79a-293d-4569-be0e-49bff9a48168Tue, 02 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: a debate of the most underrated beer styles with the CMG team. In this episode, Heather and Cheyenne are joined by their colleagues Brittany, Matt, and Sydney to discuss their favorite "underrated" beer styles. Matt chooses the grisette,... In this episode, Heather and Cheyenne are joined by their colleagues Brittany, Matt, and Sydney to discuss their favorite "underrated" beer styles. Matt chooses the grisette, a lighter version of a saison, which he describes as a versatile style that allows brewers to experiment with different adjuncts and seasonal ingredients. Sydney picks the milk stout, highlighting its smooth and creamy flavor, as well as its historical reputation as a "healthy" beer. Brittany selects the black IPA, noting its perfect combination of maltiness and hoppiness. What do you think is the most underrated beer style? The crew engages in a friendly debate, which showcases the diversity and creativity within the world of beer styles!]]>1988false514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-13-here-we-grow--60421436 Psst! You can now decorate your office and taprooms with photos from our barley fields. Download our FREE Grain to Glass posters: countrymalt.com/posters]]>c02a369c-8a78-4dc2-abac-5091344554a7Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Barley growers from Tyche Ag in South Central Idaho and Antler Valley Farm in Central Alberta. The spring barley growing season is officially underway and farmers are hard at work preparing for another busy harvest. In this episode, we're... Psst! You can now decorate your office and taprooms with photos from our barley fields. Download our FREE Grain to Glass posters: countrymalt.com/posters]]>4083false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-12-ale-are-welcome-here--60278562 Psst! Did you hear about our Pride Month giveaway? Order the Pink Boots Malt between June 1-30 to be automatically entered to win a Bountiful Bag, filled with goodies from our favorite DEI-focused companies!]]>38f1f0eb-314e-48ab-a9f7-5ae3981a572bTue, 04 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Lady Justice Brewing and Beer is for Everyone. We're celebrating Pride Month with Betsy Lay, co-founder and owner of Lady Justice Brewing, and Lindsay Malu Kido, founder and executive director of Beer is for Everyone. We discuss their... Psst! Did you hear about our Pride Month giveaway? Order the Pink Boots Malt between June 1-30 to be automatically entered to win a Bountiful Bag, filled with goodies from our favorite DEI-focused companies!]]>4451false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-11-everything-but-the-barrel--6013007117a23207-d261-4c4a-8867-9f2c7e9dcb1aWed, 22 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Aroma Sciences and Lagunitas. The latest innovation in aroma technology is here, and in this episode we're discussing the best of barrel-aging, but without the barrel... or aging! (3:09) We have the pleasure of chatting with Ian Ward and...3424false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-10-be-kind-to-your-mind--59894685 *If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States and Canada.]]>7f44e03e-3eff-47ce-a7b1-ba6a39c0b300Tue, 07 May 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Infinite Ingredient. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we're joined by Katie Muggli, Founder and Executive Director of Infinite Ingredient. Infinite Ingredient is a non-profit whose mission is to actively support the mental and... *If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States and Canada.]]>2770false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-9-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-3--59640191⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24]]>dfcb199f-256e-4059-a14d-fc48e0f60064Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:29:29 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2024 in Las Vegas!    In this mini-episode, we're chatting with conference attendees about their brewery and taproom hot takes.   Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new...⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24]]>1410false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-8-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-2--59622522 In this mini-episode, we’re speaking with the National Black Brewers Association. If you’re in town, be sure to stop by their Tap Takeover tonight at Beer Zombies!
Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24 ⁠ ]]>1772ef3b-c493-4a81-9d26-3d74d5085732Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:10:46 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2024 in Las Vegas!  In this mini-episode, we’re speaking with the National Black Brewers Association. If you’re in town, be sure to stop by their Tap Takeover tonight at Beer Zombies!... In this mini-episode, we’re speaking with the National Black Brewers Association. If you’re in town, be sure to stop by their Tap Takeover tonight at Beer Zombies!
Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24 ⁠ ]]>1155false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-7-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-1--59602267⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24]]>24e35c4e-f052-43f1-8063-9f519ed54aeeMon, 22 Apr 2024 22:59:53 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2024 in Las Vegas!    In this episode, we're speaking with Craft Haus Brewing Company and Big Dog's Brewing Company about some of our collaboration breweries that we partnered on for this...⁠countrymalt.com/cbc24]]>1331false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-6-this-is-rye-malt-ain-t-no-barley--5936266110c8e989-e6df-4dc1-ae75-1fa9365b6cd9Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Terrapin Beer Co. and Canada Malting Co. Ryes and shine! We're exploring the intricacies of Rye Malt for brewers and distillers on this episode. (4:12) First, we're joined by Brian “Spike” Buckowski, Founder and VP of Brewing Development at...3852false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-5-revolutionary-women-they-re-everything-he-s-just-ken--59177836692679f6-8799-4f53-8dac-9769c145728bTue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Borderlands Brewing, Las Hermanas Project, and Hop Forward Society. Our Women's History Month celebrations continue! In this episode, Heather and Cheyenne are speaking with revolutionary women in the industry. (2:04) First, we're joined by...2620false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-4-pink-boots-malt--59013078 The Pink Boots Malt will be available in a distribution center near you later this month. Contact your sales rep to be the first to know when it’s available. Learn more at countrymalt.com/pinkboots]]>c40e6cb0-eb69-475d-bd07-62cc5a5bd561Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersHappy International Women's Day! We launched the first-ever Pink Boots Malt, a craft base malt for brewers and distillers that raises funds for the Pink Boots Society. As part of the same global family of brands, Country Malt Group (CMG), Canada... The Pink Boots Malt will be available in a distribution center near you later this month. Contact your sales rep to be the first to know when it’s available. Learn more at countrymalt.com/pinkboots]]>1608false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-4-contract-brewing--58847298864b6ced-4287-4448-bdac-8b604655c1bbTue, 27 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing Brew Hub. In this episode, we're exploring the intricacies of Contract Brewing with Chris Schoen, Director of Brewing Operations & QA at Brew Hub in Florida. Chris pulls back the curtains on how contract brewing works, what kinds of...3220false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-3-black-history-month--5867086414512293-0c1e-41c7-a819-3f8f26faca00Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing Mascot Brewery and the Brewing Change Collaborative. In this episode, we're celebrating Black History Month with Aaron Prothro, founder of Mascot Brewery in Ontario, and the Brewing Change Collaborative in Minnesota. (1:10) As one of...3331false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-2-no-alcohol-no-problem--58498485eb5172e5-d4da-4a97-8bfa-d1b11738511fTue, 30 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Abita Brewing and False Idol Brewing. In honor of Dry January, we're talking about why it's more important than ever before to have non-alcoholic options on your menu. The team kicks it off with an overview of the non-alcoholic market, the...4339false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-5-e-1-the-crushie-era-best-of-2023--5831765943db10c3-4f08-4b5d-90fb-98ac260a6998Tue, 16 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersHappy New Year! We're kicking off our fifth season of the BrewDeck Podcast with our annual "Best of" episode, where we count down your favorite episodes from the previous year. In this episode, Toby, Heather, Cheyenne, and Adam reflect on our ~crushie...3754false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-28-why-you-should-give-a-crop-2023-harvest-update--57982710 Thanks for joining us for an incredible 4th season and helping us win Best Beer Podcast at the Craft Beer Marketing Awards earlier this year! We'll be back in mid-January for Season 5!]]>2fefc21b-158f-4876-98d9-8c856b31be33Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:01:00 +0000Jason RogersWe're continuing our year-end updates on this year’s crop harvests, and what you can expect next year. Today, we're sitting down with some of our favorite folks; your CMG Territory Managers! Jon Mendrick, Tim Burke, Tony Little, and Matt Chalmers join... Thanks for joining us for an incredible 4th season and helping us win Best Beer Podcast at the Craft Beer Marketing Awards earlier this year! We'll be back in mid-January for Season 5!]]>4172false428fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-27-what-s-hoppening-2023-harvest-update--5782856379f2bba2-847f-440e-99ac-08474d468e15Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:02:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Yakima Chief Ranches. As the year comes to a close, it’s important to stay informed on this year’s harvests – both hop and barley – and what you can expect next year. Today, we're joined by Joe Catron from Yakima Chief Ranches to dive into...3466false427fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-26-aged-to-perfection--576280385b177412-3070-49d4-84d9-56ce52624ccdTue, 14 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Cigar City Brewing, Martin House Brewing Company, and Pink Boots Hop Blend. Are you ready for a barrel of fun? On this episode, (1:16) Sydney Masovero from Yakima Chief Hops pops by to tell us about the 7th Annual Pink Boots Hop Blend....4074false426fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-25-give-em-pumpkin-to-talk-about--5745445465d782fa-a26e-4622-b078-069212349ca7Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Candy + beer pairing, Concession Roads Brewing, and Pink Boots Hop Blend. Happy Halloween! It's our favorite holiday on The BrewDeck Podcast, hope you're ready to trick or treat yo'self with this episode!  (1:08) First, Cat Wiest from...3057false425fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-24-brewing-funds-the-cure--57267734Rising Hope. We’re also joined by Rising Hope participant, Zac Brown, from Faubourg in Louisiana, and the one and only Chris Lovett, CMG Territory Manager. The dynamic Chris-duo walks us through how Rising Hope has evolved over the years, and how you can get involved next year. Plus Zac shares why Faubourg decided to participate and how excited they are for future years to come. Join us in brewing and drinking beer to support pediatric cancer research!
Submit your tales from the brewdeck for our upcoming Halloween episode: bit.ly/brewdecktales (If we share your story, we'll send you a special treat!)]]>9dbea51a-9445-4ca1-91e6-aa3464525dbdTue, 17 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) and Faubourg Brewing Co. Across the nation, the brewing industry is uniting to raise funds for critical pediatric cancer research, and we’re honored to have Chris Geib from the National Pediatric...Rising Hope. We’re also joined by Rising Hope participant, Zac Brown, from Faubourg in Louisiana, and the one and only Chris Lovett, CMG Territory Manager. The dynamic Chris-duo walks us through how Rising Hope has evolved over the years, and how you can get involved next year. Plus Zac shares why Faubourg decided to participate and how excited they are for future years to come. Join us in brewing and drinking beer to support pediatric cancer research!
Submit your tales from the brewdeck for our upcoming Halloween episode: bit.ly/brewdecktales (If we share your story, we'll send you a special treat!)]]>2464false424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-23-keep-it-clean--570425402974eb26-12de-488f-a670-2dc9a646d915Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Five Star Chemicals. In this episode, we're freshening up on brewhouse cleaning and sanitation, with Emily Lovato from Five Star Chemicals! What's the difference between cleaning vs. maintenance, and what happens if you don't sanitize...2280false423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-22-safety-is-no-accident-part-2--56938704 GIVEAWAY! We're giving away 2 free copies of Matt Stinchfield’s new book, “Brewery Safety; Principles, Processes, and People.” Here’s how to enter:  1. Leave a rating and/or review for The BrewDeck Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts  2. Take a screenshot of your rating, and upload it here: bit.ly/brewdeckgiveaway   Giveaway ends on October 3, 2023, when Season 4 Episode 23 is published. Must live in the US or Canada to win.  ]]>1328b822-c8a8-43c7-ba58-348d7e3d5862Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: La Cumbre Brewing Company. GIVEAWAY details below! Our safety series continues! In part 2, we're joined by Jeff Erway from La Cumbre Brewing Company. Jeff shares his infamous brewing injury that almost resulted in him losing his eyesight... GIVEAWAY! We're giving away 2 free copies of Matt Stinchfield’s new book, “Brewery Safety; Principles, Processes, and People.” Here’s how to enter:  1. Leave a rating and/or review for The BrewDeck Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts  2. Take a screenshot of your rating, and upload it here: bit.ly/brewdeckgiveaway   Giveaway ends on October 3, 2023, when Season 4 Episode 23 is published. Must live in the US or Canada to win.  ]]>2748false422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-21-safety-is-no-accident-part-1--56857513 GIVEAWAY! We're giving away 2 free copies of Matt Stinchfield’s new book, “Brewery Safety; Principles, Processes, and People.” Here’s how to enter: 

1. Leave a rating and/or review for The BrewDeck Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 
2. Take a screenshot of your rating, and upload it here: bit.ly/brewdeckgiveaway  

Giveaway ends on October 3, 2023, when Season 4 Episode 23 is published. Must live in the US or Canada to win.  ]]>378d4b74-89d0-4cec-82a5-02b89856b7d3Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: the Brewers Association Safety Subcommittee and United Malt. GIVEAWAY details below! (2:20) First, we sit down with Matt Stinchfield; Author, Safety Consultant, and Safety Subcommittee Member for the Brewer’s Association. We discuss what... GIVEAWAY! We're giving away 2 free copies of Matt Stinchfield’s new book, “Brewery Safety; Principles, Processes, and People.” Here’s how to enter: 

1. Leave a rating and/or review for The BrewDeck Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 
2. Take a screenshot of your rating, and upload it here: bit.ly/brewdeckgiveaway  

Giveaway ends on October 3, 2023, when Season 4 Episode 23 is published. Must live in the US or Canada to win.  ]]>4417false421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-20-back-to-school-with-the-2023-malting-course--566966428dff10ad-976a-4c78-bd4f-724b1bc4ca92Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Pink Boots Scholarship Winners, Utah Brewers Cooperative, Stone Brewing, and Cabin Brewing Company.  It's back-to-school season and The BrewDeck Podcast is here to say that you're never too old to learn things! In this episode, we're going...3173false420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-19-how-low-gn-can-you-go--56553005e7aba02e-dfd1-4bbe-8f0a-b6b8857f4513Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Great Western Malting and Bairds Malt. What exactly is Low GN malt and why is it important for distillers? We rounded up some long-time friends from across the US and the UK to discuss the need for a Low GN malt. We're joined by Great...2846false419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-18-the-brewery-expansion-pack--56401543412e7ca8-df39-45ec-b3ca-5dff1e242729Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Shacklands Brewing Co. / We're celebrating our anniversary month with a sequel of sorts to your favourite episode, S.2 E.22 - "Dude, Let's Start a Brewery!"  We call it our 'Expansion Pack' but you can call on it for leveling up your...2628false418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-17-skills-to-brew-the-pils--56208106]]>2a2adea9-5da4-450e-9950-674d234f860dTue, 25 Jul 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Tailgunner Brewing Co., Horse Thief Hollow Brewing Company, and Ask Abi / Do you have the Skills to Brew the Pils? Golden lager leaders, Blake Enemark from Tailgunner Brewing (1:23) and Jake Nelson from Horse Thief Hollow (38:34), are here...]]>4205false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-16-rebuilding-lives-one-beer-at-a-time--56060060Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) in building and donating specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans.
(3:27) First, we're joined by Bill Ivey and Dianne Travers from HFOT, plus Tony Doyle, Retired Sergeant and recipient of a HFOT home. They explain how the process works and how their program helps veterans regain some of their independence and rebuild their lives. (28:28) Then, we connect with Devon Hamilton and Dalton "Quattro" Wilson from Certified Veteran-Owned, Paradox Brewery. They share how Paradox supports the veteran community through beers, collabs, and events. Additionally, they give us a sneak peek at what they might brew with this year's blend!
Contact your CMG Sales Rep to pre-order this year's Veterans Blend!]]>6aa6f244-f9b3-4073-b9a0-1e7b95267bc2Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:08 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Veterans Blend, Homes For Our Troops, and Paradox Brewery / We're kicking off Veterans Blend pre-order season! The 6th annual blend features Citra® Brand, HBC 638, Talus® Brand, and Sabro® Brand hop varieties. Proceeds benefit...Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) in building and donating specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans.
(3:27) First, we're joined by Bill Ivey and Dianne Travers from HFOT, plus Tony Doyle, Retired Sergeant and recipient of a HFOT home. They explain how the process works and how their program helps veterans regain some of their independence and rebuild their lives. (28:28) Then, we connect with Devon Hamilton and Dalton "Quattro" Wilson from Certified Veteran-Owned, Paradox Brewery. They share how Paradox supports the veteran community through beers, collabs, and events. Additionally, they give us a sneak peek at what they might brew with this year's blend!
Contact your CMG Sales Rep to pre-order this year's Veterans Blend!]]>3067false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-15-h2woah--55224981East Village Brewing Company (and from our most popular episode: S2E23 "Dude, Let's Start a Brewery"). From the first steps of understanding water chemistry in a new location and which elements to look for, to how often water testing should be done; former meteorologist, Aaron, dives deep into everything you should know... So, water you waiting for?]]>5bbde456-7f2d-4329-8e9f-726fcb3f22e4Tue, 27 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: East Village Brewing / In this episode, we're making a splash into water chemistry and pH with Aaron Justus from https://eastvillagebrew.com/ (and from our most popular episode:...East Village Brewing Company (and from our most popular episode: S2E23 "Dude, Let's Start a Brewery"). From the first steps of understanding water chemistry in a new location and which elements to look for, to how often water testing should be done; former meteorologist, Aaron, dives deep into everything you should know... So, water you waiting for?]]>3792false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-14-follow-the-grainbow--54543555Necromancer Brewing Company, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We talk about their Code of Conduct, their 'Even Gayer' light lager that broke Facebook, Queer Beer Club, and all of their Pride Festival events (happening this week!). Learn about how they have created a safe and inclusive space for their employees and patrons alike all year round, and how you can too!

Check out "The Craft Brewers Guide to Cultural Observances: Observing Pride Month"]]>aa23c731-f59b-41ce-ae75-64f154b43066Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:00:43 +0000Jason RogersFeaturing: Necromancer Brewing Company Happy Pride Month! In this episode, we're celebrating with Lauren Hughes and Nina Santiago from https://necromancer.beer/, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We talk about their Code of Conduct, their 'Even Gayer'...Necromancer Brewing Company, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We talk about their Code of Conduct, their 'Even Gayer' light lager that broke Facebook, Queer Beer Club, and all of their Pride Festival events (happening this week!). Learn about how they have created a safe and inclusive space for their employees and patrons alike all year round, and how you can too!

Check out "The Craft Brewers Guide to Cultural Observances: Observing Pride Month"]]>2329false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-13-rtd2-ready-to-drink-cocktails--54039546Last Best Brewing & Distilling, and Matt Howell from Collective Arts. They walk us through what spirits they make and their journeys of getting into RTDs. From production methods to trending spirits, we get an inside look at what goes into creating popular RTDs and how you can too!
PSST! Did you win gold at World Beer Cup with Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. base malts? Request your custom Filson vest: bit.ly/VestsCMG]]>0930b19c-cb96-42b3-b567-ef4b58c6e349Tue, 30 May 2023 08:00:22 +0000Jason RogersGet ready for Ready To Drink (RTD) cocktails! In this episode, we're joined by Bryce Parsons from https://lastbestbrewing.com/, and Matt Howell from https://collectiveartsontario.com/. They walk us through what spirits they make and their journeys of...Last Best Brewing & Distilling, and Matt Howell from Collective Arts. They walk us through what spirits they make and their journeys of getting into RTDs. From production methods to trending spirits, we get an inside look at what goes into creating popular RTDs and how you can too!
PSST! Did you win gold at World Beer Cup with Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. base malts? Request your custom Filson vest: bit.ly/VestsCMG]]>4535false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-12-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-3--53813219⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>4c42621f-2155-42a7-a7e9-0342201edb66Wed, 10 May 2023 21:32:35 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2023 in Nashville! In this mini-episode, we’re doing rapid-fire trivia with brewers, vendors, and CBC-goers. Featuring: Borderlands Brewing, Bountiful Bag, Shan Ferments, Yakima Chief...⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>1421false412bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-11-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-2--53799807⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>343f16d1-84a4-41ab-a905-9562425da333Tue, 09 May 2023 21:22:58 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2023 in Nashville! In this mini-episode, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look with our vendor friends about what goes into planning and getting to CBC with our vendor friends....⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>941false411bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-10-live-from-cbc-mini-episode-1--53784454⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23]]>d918ce99-1655-482a-badd-9cfee014f529Mon, 08 May 2023 23:43:25 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2023 in Nashville! In this mini-episode, we’re joined by some of the breweries we collaborated with for our Booth beers! Featuring: East Nashville Beer Works, Living Waters Brewing, and...⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23]]>1557false410bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-9-t-oat-ally-new-facility--53714952Cabin Brewing Company and Rob McCoy from Great Notion pop by to share their experiences having transitioned to the new oats and their excitement for using it in future brews. 
Don't forget, if you're at CBC in Nashville to visit CMG Booth #1345 to get your hands on Canada Malting's Flaked Oats samples and say "Hi" to your favorite podcast team! Learn more about our CBC events and activities: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>1acd6674-8c0b-4f8b-a404-5ec1fd3a135bTue, 02 May 2023 08:00:35 +0000Jason RogersJust in time for CBC next week, the team from Canada Malting is here to announce that their new adjuncts processing facility and bagging line is now operational, and the first product, Flaked Oats, is now available! But how does this new oat product...Cabin Brewing Company and Rob McCoy from Great Notion pop by to share their experiences having transitioned to the new oats and their excitement for using it in future brews. 
Don't forget, if you're at CBC in Nashville to visit CMG Booth #1345 to get your hands on Canada Malting's Flaked Oats samples and say "Hi" to your favorite podcast team! Learn more about our CBC events and activities: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc23⁠]]>3357false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-8-love-your-environ-malt--53568366 We're three weeks out from CBC! Get an exclusive look at CMG's Booth #1345: countrymalt.com/CBC23 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrewdeck/message]]>ce2ace95-b64d-4e6e-ad4f-41e6fd2b9200Tue, 18 Apr 2023 08:00:53 +0000Jason RogersHappy Earth Month from The BrewDeck Podcast! In this episode, we're celebrating the planet with Jonathan Warwick, Project Engineer for Canada Malting Co. As a part of the United Malt global family of brands, Jonathan gives us insights on the... We're three weeks out from CBC! Get an exclusive look at CMG's Booth #1345: countrymalt.com/CBC23 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrewdeck/message]]>2089false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-7-going-for-gold--53437833Parallel 49 Brewing –Graham With! Graham shares how he got into beer judging and the training for it, plus how judging competitions has influenced his decisions about entering Parallel 49's beers into competitions. What are judges looking for and how can you utilize your judging sheets to improve future beers? Listen to learn more!
Psst! Have you heard about our Country Malt Gold program? We know that with our malts, brewers and distillers across North America create incredible, award-winning craft beverages. That's why we're proud to award one Filson vest to each brewery and distillery that wins a gold or double-gold tier award, respectively, using Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. products, at World Beer Cup, the Canadian Brewing Awards, GABF, and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. ​ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrewdeck/message]]>c0127134-6604-4126-b3be-62618b543763Tue, 04 Apr 2023 08:00:17 +0000Jason RogersCompetition season is coming and we've got all the best tips to help you prepare, from Nationally-ranked BJCP Judge and Brewmaster at http://parallel49brewing.com/ –Graham With! Graham shares how he got into beer judging and the training for it, plus...Parallel 49 Brewing –Graham With! Graham shares how he got into beer judging and the training for it, plus how judging competitions has influenced his decisions about entering Parallel 49's beers into competitions. What are judges looking for and how can you utilize your judging sheets to improve future beers? Listen to learn more!
Psst! Have you heard about our Country Malt Gold program? We know that with our malts, brewers and distillers across North America create incredible, award-winning craft beverages. That's why we're proud to award one Filson vest to each brewery and distillery that wins a gold or double-gold tier award, respectively, using Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. products, at World Beer Cup, the Canadian Brewing Awards, GABF, and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. ​ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebrewdeck/message]]>2649false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-6-the-herstory-of-brewing--53279902 Hey Pink Boots members – We have two scholarship opportunities available for our 2023 Malting Courses! Apply on the Pink Boots website by March 31. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>0fc6ddb6-2570-4a90-83cb-b64185b8eafbTue, 21 Mar 2023 08:00:02 +0000Jason RogersWomen's History Month continues on The BrewDeck Podcast! In this episode, we're honored to sit down with legends in the industry; Teri Fahrendorf (Founder of the Pink Boots Society) and Tiah Edmunson-Morton (Historian of the Oregon Hops and Brewing... Hey Pink Boots members – We have two scholarship opportunities available for our 2023 Malting Courses! Apply on the Pink Boots website by March 31. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4099false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-5-i-can-brew-myself-flowers--53119051MadTree Brewing Company and Karlie Pretty-McDonald from Tofino Brewing Co. They tell us about the craft beverages they're making for International Women's Day and how they're incorporating educational elements into their celebrations. Then we get a special visit from the Bad Weather Tour, and Ask Abi stops by to answer your burning questions!
Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>c6f63371-eb96-480b-b35a-b3310c6a92b2Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:16 +0000Jason RogersHappy International Women's Day (eve)! Natasha Peiskar joins us to co-host our annual Women's History Month episodes on The BrewDeck Podcast. We're kicking off the celebration with Brittany Frey from https://www.madtreebrewing.com/ and Karlie...MadTree Brewing Company and Karlie Pretty-McDonald from Tofino Brewing Co. They tell us about the craft beverages they're making for International Women's Day and how they're incorporating educational elements into their celebrations. Then we get a special visit from the Bad Weather Tour, and Ask Abi stops by to answer your burning questions!
Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4121false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-4-don-t-lose-your-head--52999429 Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>5132dcbf-419c-4dca-ab11-c8be19f997e3Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:00:47 +0000Jason RogersEasier head than done, this week we're diving into the science and art of head retention with Jon Downing from Niagara College and Jeremy Cross from Jack's Abby Craft Lagers. How do you get good head retention, and then how do you keep it? We examine... Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4345false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-3-live-from-acsa--52998212American Single Malt Whiskey Commission. Then, Caitlin Bartlemay and Joe O’Sullivan from Clear Creek Distillery join us on the tradeshow floor to share their ACSA experiences. At the end, we share a couple of our own exciting updates for distillers, you're not going to want to miss these!
View CMG's complete distilling catalog: bit.ly/DistillingCatalog --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>c5462d11-40da-4764-aae2-a2ac1d3d1e4cTue, 14 Feb 2023 17:00:46 +0000Jason RogersWe packed up the podcast gear and went into our backyard (Portland, Oregon) for the 10th Annual American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) Convention for this special bonus episode! First, we have a special visit with Steve Hawley, President of the...American Single Malt Whiskey Commission. Then, Caitlin Bartlemay and Joe O’Sullivan from Clear Creek Distillery join us on the tradeshow floor to share their ACSA experiences. At the end, we share a couple of our own exciting updates for distillers, you're not going to want to miss these!
View CMG's complete distilling catalog: bit.ly/DistillingCatalog --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2534false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-2-bock-to-the-future--52998754King Maker Brewing and Mario Cortes of Here Today Brewery & Kitchen. They walk us through the bocks they've brewed, the inspiration for this style and the market for these beers. Are bocks seasonal or is there year-round desire for them? Which malts are quintessential for brewing a great bock? Tune in to learn all about this goat of a style!   Then "Ask Abi" explains the difference between Munich and Cara Munich malts, as well as the between silicon and vegetable oil based defoamers. Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>d9aec41b-47c2-470e-a6ff-ca09c33008ddTue, 07 Feb 2023 09:00:54 +0000Jason RogersWe're going bock to the future with Chas Nemecek of https://www.kingmakerbrewing.com/ and Mario Cortes of https://www.heretodayseattle.com/. They walk us through the bocks they've brewed, the inspiration for this style and the market for these beers....King Maker Brewing and Mario Cortes of Here Today Brewery & Kitchen. They walk us through the bocks they've brewed, the inspiration for this style and the market for these beers. Are bocks seasonal or is there year-round desire for them? Which malts are quintessential for brewing a great bock? Tune in to learn all about this goat of a style!   Then "Ask Abi" explains the difference between Munich and Cara Munich malts, as well as the between silicon and vegetable oil based defoamers. Have a question or technical advice you want Abi to answer on a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3424false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-4-e-1-top-ten-of-2022--529994269b8711b8-9520-4f40-ba3b-e3d7b7dddbaeTue, 24 Jan 2023 09:00:13 +0000Jason RogersWe're back and better than ever!! We're kicking off Season 4 by taking a walk down memory lane to rank and recap our most popular episodes from last year. Did your favorite episode make the list? Are there any episodes you should go back and listen...3022false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-23-let-s-talk-crop--52998810d29f8f06-2712-40c0-b2ae-3690511e806aTue, 20 Dec 2022 09:00:12 +0000Jason RogersHappy Holidays from The BrewDeck Podcast! We're closing out Season 3 with a very special barley harvest update from Great Western Malting and Bairds Malt. Tyler Schoales and Ben O'Gorman are here to break down the 2022 harvest in North America and the...2499false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-22-brew-versification--53000194Two Roads Brewing, then Townes Mozer and John Watkins, from Lenny Boy Brewing. They share the ins and outs of "brew-versifying" their operations (to include distilling and kombucha-making), opportunities to overlap ingredients, and keeping employees creative in the process. If you're curious about adding a new revenue stream, you're not going to want to miss the advice they share.  
Don't forget to pre-order the 6th Annual Pink Boots Blend before December 31: bit.ly/PinkBootsCMG. The blend features Loral, Ekuanot, and HBC 586 varieties.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>7dc5f79e-8712-49b4-b2de-e9ec61f19f8bTue, 06 Dec 2022 09:00:38 +0000Jason RogersBREW-VERSIFICATION – noun: the action of diversifying your craft beverage offerings. In this episode, we're joined by Phil Markowski, from https://tworoadsbrewing.com/, then Townes Mozer and John Watkins, from http://www.discoverlennyboy.com/. They...Two Roads Brewing, then Townes Mozer and John Watkins, from Lenny Boy Brewing. They share the ins and outs of "brew-versifying" their operations (to include distilling and kombucha-making), opportunities to overlap ingredients, and keeping employees creative in the process. If you're curious about adding a new revenue stream, you're not going to want to miss the advice they share.  
Don't forget to pre-order the 6th Annual Pink Boots Blend before December 31: bit.ly/PinkBootsCMG. The blend features Loral, Ekuanot, and HBC 586 varieties.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4213false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-21-friendsgiving-potluck--529981864c3fb60c-58a0-4322-8711-51bb0144b3d9Tue, 22 Nov 2022 09:00:38 +0000Jason RogersHappy American Thanksgiving Week! Hope you're hungry because we're pairing all your favorite holiday dishes with beer recommendations in this episode. We're joined by Certified Cicerone Bill Bonar, from Rain Dog Bar in Calgary, and some friends from...3133false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-20-big-beers--52998838Tatamagouche Brewing, in Nova Scotia, and Kevin Burton of Matanuska Brewing, in Alaska. We dive into the biggest beers they've ever brewed and the challenges of brewing high-ABV beers.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>967713a1-6507-4b6b-8b8d-534a5dcea063Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:00:24 +0000Jason RogersCold weather is upon us, meaning it's officially Big Beer season! In this episode, we welcome winter warmers with Matt Kenny & Chad Ellis of https://tatabrew.com/, in Nova Scotia, and Kevin Burton of https://matanuskabrewingcompany.com/, in...Tatamagouche Brewing, in Nova Scotia, and Kevin Burton of Matanuska Brewing, in Alaska. We dive into the biggest beers they've ever brewed and the challenges of brewing high-ABV beers.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3776false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-19-live-from-gabf--52999465 Don't forget about our Gold Medal Program! Did you win gold at GABF with Great Western Malting or Canada Malting base malts? Request your vest: bit.ly/VestsCMG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>a56ed162-981d-4516-b76b-4937d53e108dTue, 25 Oct 2022 08:00:15 +0000Jason RogersEarlier this month, we packed up our podcast gear and headed to Denver for the Great American Beer Festival. We're taking you along for the ride! First, we stop by our Colorado warehouse to visit our friends there. Then, we take over 1Up Arcade Bar... Don't forget about our Gold Medal Program! Did you win gold at GABF with Great Western Malting or Canada Malting base malts? Request your vest: bit.ly/VestsCMG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2980false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-18-brew-it-for-the-gram--53000255Martin House Brewing's Director of Branding, Shugg Cole, and DSSOLVR's Creative Director, Mike Semenec. We inquire about how they plan and create their content, which tools and programs they use, and advice they have for breweries just getting started on social media. Then, we're joined by Andrew Coplon, founder of the Craft Beer Professionals (CBP) Facebook group. Andrew shares how CBP has evolved as a community to provide resources for brewers to ask questions and get connected.
Did you win a gold medal at GABF using Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. base malts? Request your vest here: bit.ly/VestsCMG Register for CBP's free Fall Virtual Conference (Oct. 17-19) here: craftbeerprofessionals.org/virtual-conference-rsvp/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>30855693-9701-484e-8b26-cb821b5f34c2Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:00:13 +0000Jason RogersWhat makes a brewery's social media successful? How can social media help your brewery drive business? On this episode, we get social with https://www.instagram.com/martinhousebrewing/'s Director of Branding, Shugg Cole, and...Martin House Brewing's Director of Branding, Shugg Cole, and DSSOLVR's Creative Director, Mike Semenec. We inquire about how they plan and create their content, which tools and programs they use, and advice they have for breweries just getting started on social media. Then, we're joined by Andrew Coplon, founder of the Craft Beer Professionals (CBP) Facebook group. Andrew shares how CBP has evolved as a community to provide resources for brewers to ask questions and get connected.
Did you win a gold medal at GABF using Great Western Malting or Canada Malting Co. base malts? Request your vest here: bit.ly/VestsCMG Register for CBP's free Fall Virtual Conference (Oct. 17-19) here: craftbeerprofessionals.org/virtual-conference-rsvp/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3631false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-17-live-from-hop-brew-school-part-2--52999460Hop & Brew School, hosted by Yakima Chief Hops (YCH)! In part 2, we take over YCH's taproom with Marcus Baskerville, Zach Holt, and Billy Garza from Weathered Souls Brewing Co. Marcus shares his incredible speech from Hop & Brew School about how he started the "Black is Beautiful" beer initiative in 2020, the Harriet Baskerville Incubation Program, and his experience in the brewing industry. Listen to learn more about this collaboration and how your brewery can get involved! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>ae20d46f-86b7-4e62-a414-237483799817Tue, 27 Sep 2022 08:00:01 +0000Jason RogersSchool is back in session and we're here LIVE at the 18th Annual https://hopandbrewschool.com/yakima/, hosted by https://www.yakimachief.com/ (YCH)! In part 2, we take over YCH's taproom with Marcus Baskerville, Zach Holt, and Billy Garza from...Hop & Brew School, hosted by Yakima Chief Hops (YCH)! In part 2, we take over YCH's taproom with Marcus Baskerville, Zach Holt, and Billy Garza from Weathered Souls Brewing Co. Marcus shares his incredible speech from Hop & Brew School about how he started the "Black is Beautiful" beer initiative in 2020, the Harriet Baskerville Incubation Program, and his experience in the brewing industry. Listen to learn more about this collaboration and how your brewery can get involved! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2810false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-16-live-from-hop-brew-school-part-1--52999410Hop & Brew School, hosted by Yakima Chief Hops (YCH)! We're here to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s going on and what we’re learning about, here in Yakima! In part 1, we sit down with YCH experts – Missy Raver, Pat Jensen, and Karl Vanevenhoven – to pick their brains and bust the biggest hop myths. Are aged hops still good? How does Hop Storage Index (HSI) work? What is hop creep and how do you mitigate it? Join us to find out these answers and more. Plus, we're given an insider's update on this year's crop and how harvest is looking! 
Stay tuned for part 2 featuring Marcus Baskerville from Weathered Souls Brewing Company... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>7547d227-693c-447e-a15b-f3e5354bd159Tue, 13 Sep 2022 08:00:26 +0000Jason RogersIt's back to school season and we're LIVE at the 18th Annual https://hopandbrewschool.com/yakima/, hosted by https://www.yakimachief.com/ (YCH)! We're here to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s going on and what we’re learning about, here in...Hop & Brew School, hosted by Yakima Chief Hops (YCH)! We're here to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s going on and what we’re learning about, here in Yakima! In part 1, we sit down with YCH experts – Missy Raver, Pat Jensen, and Karl Vanevenhoven – to pick their brains and bust the biggest hop myths. Are aged hops still good? How does Hop Storage Index (HSI) work? What is hop creep and how do you mitigate it? Join us to find out these answers and more. Plus, we're given an insider's update on this year's crop and how harvest is looking! 
Stay tuned for part 2 featuring Marcus Baskerville from Weathered Souls Brewing Company... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2474false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-15-spunding-under-pressure--52998905Annex Ale Project, Hamish Clark from 33 Acres Brewing Company, and Lisa Allen from Heater Allen Brewing. Then Owen Sawyer from (512) Brewing Company joins us to talk more about CO2 capture and other sustainability initiatives in their brewhouse. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>f8a55856-b286-42f1-8ef9-a73dad3b6ce1Tue, 30 Aug 2022 08:00:58 +0000Jason RogersSpunding is a process used by some lager brewers to naturally carbonate their beer with a device, called a spunding valve, that's attached to tanks late in fermentation. In this episode, the pressure is on as we ask about spunding practices and the...Annex Ale Project, Hamish Clark from 33 Acres Brewing Company, and Lisa Allen from Heater Allen Brewing. Then Owen Sawyer from (512) Brewing Company joins us to talk more about CO2 capture and other sustainability initiatives in their brewhouse. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4078false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-14-distill-my-heart--529989772dede370-29e2-4378-acce-caa72877d52aTue, 16 Aug 2022 08:30:00 +0000Jason RogersIt’s time for a spirited chat! In this episode, we’re joined by Kevin Smith from Company Distilling to talk about the types of malts used in American Single Malt and how distillers are approaching them. Then, we bring back the Whirlpool and things get...4198false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-13-north-america-s-next-tap-model--52999509Proof Brewing, followed by Karl Sanford of Manhattan Project Beer Company – to share with us what makes their taprooms the best of the best.
Do you have something else that sets your taproom apart from the others? Let us know at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! Pre-order Veterans Blend: bit.ly/VetsBlend22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>773f8c38-b281-41b7-a094-c8934c292798Tue, 02 Aug 2022 08:00:21 +0000Jason RogersWanna be on tap? Today, we’re talking about the taproom experience in breweries across North America and what goes into creating this unique environment for craft beer lovers. First, our hosts roundtable the top four most important elements of a...Proof Brewing, followed by Karl Sanford of Manhattan Project Beer Company – to share with us what makes their taprooms the best of the best.
Do you have something else that sets your taproom apart from the others? Let us know at TheBrewDeck@CountryMalt.com! Pre-order Veterans Blend: bit.ly/VetsBlend22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4208false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-12-veterans-hop-blend-2022--52998148HunterSeven Foundation and Brianna Vaughn of Yakima Chief Hops to talk about this year’s blend, how it was selected, and the outstanding benefits of the proceeds raised by it. Tune in to learn more about the beneficiary of this year’s blend, HunterSeven Foundation, a non-profit organization that specializes in medical research and education surrounding Veteran illnesses that arise from potential toxic exposures. Don’t forget to pre-order the 5th Annual Veterans Blend! bit.ly/VetsBlend22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>df973535-51ac-445e-9f52-290ba98c5d95Tue, 19 Jul 2022 08:00:47 +0000Jason RogersIt’s that time of year again! The 5th Annual Veterans Blend is now available for pre-order! This year’s blend features HBC 586, Ekuanot® Brand, Triumph, Idaho 7® Brand, and Chinook. In this episode, we sit down with Chelsey Simoni of...HunterSeven Foundation and Brianna Vaughn of Yakima Chief Hops to talk about this year’s blend, how it was selected, and the outstanding benefits of the proceeds raised by it. Tune in to learn more about the beneficiary of this year’s blend, HunterSeven Foundation, a non-profit organization that specializes in medical research and education surrounding Veteran illnesses that arise from potential toxic exposures. Don’t forget to pre-order the 5th Annual Veterans Blend! bit.ly/VetsBlend22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2281false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-11-the-ultimate-summer-beer--52999516 Save the date for Tuesday, July 5: Canada Malting Co.'s Euro-Pils will finally be available to order; and Yakima Chief Hops' 2022 Veterans Blend pre-sale begins. Contact your sales rep to learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4d8145ec-a246-48a8-9f9e-6025568cc920Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:00:59 +0000Jason RogersSummer is officially here! What better way to enjoy the sunshine than sipping on your favorite beer of the season? Today, Grant Lawrence and Heather Jerred are joined by more folks from our Country Malt Group Sales Team; Cheyenne Weishaar, Adam... Save the date for Tuesday, July 5: Canada Malting Co.'s Euro-Pils will finally be available to order; and Yakima Chief Hops' 2022 Veterans Blend pre-sale begins. Contact your sales rep to learn more! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3060false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-10-liquid-pride-with-a-purpose--529995197venth Sun Brewery, Kristin Sheffield & Rob McWhinney from Little Brown Jug Brewing, Chris Powers from Trophy Brewing Company, and Josh Hayter from Spearhead Brewing Company as they talk about their fruity and fabulous brews, as well as the LGBTQIA+ organizations in their communities which will benefit from the proceeds of these beers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>1376f2d0-18a2-4da6-9146-0c987bdc1892Fri, 17 Jun 2022 17:40:29 +0000Jason RogersHappy Pride Month! In this episode, we’re talking to breweries across North America who have brewed a beer specifically for Pride month. Join us as we sit down with Devon Kreps from https://7venthsun.com/, Kristin Sheffield & Rob McWhinney from...7venth Sun Brewery, Kristin Sheffield & Rob McWhinney from Little Brown Jug Brewing, Chris Powers from Trophy Brewing Company, and Josh Hayter from Spearhead Brewing Company as they talk about their fruity and fabulous brews, as well as the LGBTQIA+ organizations in their communities which will benefit from the proceeds of these beers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>5052false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-9-that-s-thiol-folks--52999500Lallemand to take a deep dive into which yeasts to use and other expert tips and tricks to get the thiol flavors and aromas you are after. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>c332b6ba-f763-4b1c-a421-6d83e4f13569Fri, 03 Jun 2022 08:00:35 +0000Jason RogersWhat are thiols and where are they found? In this episode, we sit down with Brian Perkey from https://www.lallemandbrewing.com/en/united-states/ to take a deep dive into which yeasts to use and other expert tips and tricks to get the thiol flavors and...Lallemand to take a deep dive into which yeasts to use and other expert tips and tricks to get the thiol flavors and aromas you are after. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2194false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-8-vest-of-both-worlds--53000150 If you won gold using our base malts, request your vest here: bit.ly/VestsCMG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>ef9ae175-9884-44d6-867c-cd442823cabeFri, 20 May 2022 08:30:31 +0000Jason RogersWinning beer starts here! We're back from CBC, World Beer Cup, and the Canadian Brewing Awards with a lot to celebrate! Have you heard about our Filson Vest Gold Medal Program? Do you want to know how you can snag a custom, embroidered vest for your... If you won gold using our base malts, request your vest here: bit.ly/VestsCMG --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2029false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-from-cbc-mini-episode-3--52998638 Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program, vote for Oregon Fruit's Next Seasonal Puree, learn more about Canada Malting's new Euro-Pils Malt coming soon, and more: bit.ly/LiveFromCBC22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>d83380eb-4cb9-46ab-8942-478a9470751fThu, 05 May 2022 18:41:45 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2022 in Minneapolis! In this mini-episode, we're joined by Ann Obenchain, the Marketing and Communications Director of the Brewer's Association. Learn more about our new Filson Vest... Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program, vote for Oregon Fruit's Next Seasonal Puree, learn more about Canada Malting's new Euro-Pils Malt coming soon, and more: bit.ly/LiveFromCBC22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>724false3bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-from-cbc-mini-episode-2--52998872 Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program, vote for Oregon Fruit's Next Seasonal Puree, learn more about Canada Malting's new Euro-Pils Malt coming soon, and more: bit.ly/LiveFromCBC22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>e11ab419-15ba-4cde-97cd-ec0f31da9e5bWed, 04 May 2022 22:55:55 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2022 in Minneapolis! In this mini-episode, we're joined by Zach Ward from OMNI Brewing, and Corey Nebbeling of Junkyard Brewing. Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program,... Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program, vote for Oregon Fruit's Next Seasonal Puree, learn more about Canada Malting's new Euro-Pils Malt coming soon, and more: bit.ly/LiveFromCBC22 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>1351false3bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-from-cbc-mini-episode-1--529988776efda16a-1372-4f51-9a79-507f3273e74dTue, 03 May 2022 23:37:33 +0000Jason RogersWe're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2022 in Minneapolis! In this mini-episode, we sit down with Joe Catron from Yakima Chief Hops. Learn more about our new Filson Vest Gold Medal Program, vote for Oregon Fruit's Next...1397false3bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-7-save-the-earth-it-s-the-only-planet-with-beer--52998258Hopworks Urban Brewery in Portland, Oregon; and Tin Whistle Brewing in British Columbia, Canada. They share their experiences, tips, and ideas for being sustainably-rooted breweries and how you can celebrate Earth Day all year long by being a good steward of the planet and giving back. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>0def6430-c71f-4a2d-a4c2-3832276c5590Fri, 22 Apr 2022 08:00:22 +0000Jason RogersHappy Earth Day! Are you a brewer that cares about the environment and your community? Did you know you can make great beer with less impact? In this episode, we are joined by sustainability leaders in our industry from https://www.hopworksbeer.com/...Hopworks Urban Brewery in Portland, Oregon; and Tin Whistle Brewing in British Columbia, Canada. They share their experiences, tips, and ideas for being sustainably-rooted breweries and how you can celebrate Earth Day all year long by being a good steward of the planet and giving back. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3780false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-6-fifty-shades-of-pale--52998916Gigantic Brewing Company and Dan Cooper of Bairds Malt, along with Grant Lawrence, Zach Grossfeld, and John Egan to explore the pale ale malt.
Watch our "2021 Barley Crop: Update, Information, and Mitigation Strategies" presentation for the Craft Beer Professionals Spring Virtual Conference on YouTube! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3bd1bb57-7433-45b3-94a4-c9448788bc7bFri, 08 Apr 2022 16:10:56 +0000Jason RogersWhat is a pale ale beer? What are the expectations for pale ale malt? Why choose pale ale malt as a base in beers versus others? Today, we are joined by Van Havig of https://www.giganticbrewing.com/ and Dan Cooper of https://www.bairds-malt.co.uk/,...Gigantic Brewing Company and Dan Cooper of Bairds Malt, along with Grant Lawrence, Zach Grossfeld, and John Egan to explore the pale ale malt.
Watch our "2021 Barley Crop: Update, Information, and Mitigation Strategies" presentation for the Craft Beer Professionals Spring Virtual Conference on YouTube! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4214false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-5-look-what-you-made-me-brew--53000257Boomstick Brewing, Ivanhoe Park Brewing, Motorworks Brewing, and Born Brewing. They discuss what they brewed with the Pink Boots Blend on International Women's Day earlier this month, as well as special events for their beer releases and Pink Boots members. 
Listen to Season 3 Episode 4 to learn more about Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day. Listen to Season 2 Episode 22 to learn more about the Pink Boots Hop Blend. Listen to Season 1 Episode 2 to learn more about Hop Contracting.
We're presenting on the 2021 Barley Crop at the Craft Beer Professionals Spring Virtual Conference on April 4th – RSVP for FREE here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>f1bb2d85-c920-41f4-a10a-dc4c46a7fd4bFri, 25 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersWomen's History Month continues on The BrewDeck Podcast! In this episode, Heather Jerred is joined by co-host, Brittany Drennan, and brewers from https://www.boomstickbrewing.ca/, https://ivanhoeparkbrewing.com/, https://motorworksbrewing.com/, and...Boomstick Brewing, Ivanhoe Park Brewing, Motorworks Brewing, and Born Brewing. They discuss what they brewed with the Pink Boots Blend on International Women's Day earlier this month, as well as special events for their beer releases and Pink Boots members. 
Listen to Season 3 Episode 4 to learn more about Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day. Listen to Season 2 Episode 22 to learn more about the Pink Boots Hop Blend. Listen to Season 1 Episode 2 to learn more about Hop Contracting.
We're presenting on the 2021 Barley Crop at the Craft Beer Professionals Spring Virtual Conference on April 4th – RSVP for FREE here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2785false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-4-pink-boots-collaboration-brew-day--52998239United Malt Group. Then Jamie Beyer from Great Western Malting stops by to help us recognize brewing pioneer and Pink Boots Society founder, Teri Fahrendorf’s retirement. Finally, Bre McCormick joins Heather to talk all things Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day with Natasha Peiskar & Brittany Ribalkin from Pink Boots Society, and Kelly Lohrmeyer & Shanleigh Thomson from Yakima Chief Hops. Listen to Season 2 Episode 22 to learn more about the hop blend! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>31307f68-cb62-4711-abcd-a1039d4c087dTue, 08 Mar 2022 16:51:21 +0000Jason RogersHappy International Women’s Day! In honor of Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day and Women’s History Month, Heather Jerred sits down with some amazing women from Country Malt Group and its parent company, https://www.unitedmalt.com/. Then Jamie Beyer...United Malt Group. Then Jamie Beyer from Great Western Malting stops by to help us recognize brewing pioneer and Pink Boots Society founder, Teri Fahrendorf’s retirement. Finally, Bre McCormick joins Heather to talk all things Pink Boots Collaboration Brew Day with Natasha Peiskar & Brittany Ribalkin from Pink Boots Society, and Kelly Lohrmeyer & Shanleigh Thomson from Yakima Chief Hops. Listen to Season 2 Episode 22 to learn more about the hop blend! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4380false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-3-smoke-em-if-you-got-em-part-2--52998264Alaskan Brewing about their claim to flame, their famous smoked porter, and techniques for smoking your own malt. Find out why they choose to smoke at night! Finally, they are joined by Dusan Kwiatkowski from Live Oak Brewing, who makes lots of smoked beers using different smoked malts.
Interested in your chance to win a free trip to Drinktec 2022 in Munich? Brew an Altbier for BESTMALZ BestBrewChallenge using BEST Chocolate Malt on March 25th! More information available here: bit.ly/BestBrew2022 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>683673d4-d5d7-43c4-a24e-a0b79928a710Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:56:27 +0000Jason RogersGet fired up! The two-part series on smoked beer styles, spirits, and food pairings continues! In this episode, Toby Tucker and Grant Lawrence put Certified Cicerone, Heather Jerred, in the hot seat to share the ins and outs of food pairing with...Alaskan Brewing about their claim to flame, their famous smoked porter, and techniques for smoking your own malt. Find out why they choose to smoke at night! Finally, they are joined by Dusan Kwiatkowski from Live Oak Brewing, who makes lots of smoked beers using different smoked malts.
Interested in your chance to win a free trip to Drinktec 2022 in Munich? Brew an Altbier for BESTMALZ BestBrewChallenge using BEST Chocolate Malt on March 25th! More information available here: bit.ly/BestBrew2022 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3986false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-2-smoke-em-if-you-got-em-part-1--52998194 Interested in your chance to win a free trip to Drinktec 2022 in Munich? Brew an Altbier for BESTMALZ BestBrewChallenge using BEST Chocolate Malt on March 25th! More information available here: bit.ly/BestBrew2022 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>1cdd5315-c1db-4022-9ef5-661f1f0a513cFri, 11 Feb 2022 19:52:45 +0000Jason RogersThings are heating up on The BrewDeck Podcast for this Two-Part Smoked Beer series! In this episode, Toby Tucker, Grant Lawrence, and John Egan sit down with smoked beer and spirits experts from Stone Brewing, Whiskey Del Bac, and Steeplejack Brewing.... Interested in your chance to win a free trip to Drinktec 2022 in Munich? Brew an Altbier for BESTMALZ BestBrewChallenge using BEST Chocolate Malt on March 25th! More information available here: bit.ly/BestBrew2022 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4409false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-3-e-1-brew-years-resolutions--52998190 View the 2021 Crop Mitigation Strategies resource: bit.ly/2021CropMiti Contact us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>7de358fc-1831-4541-ba50-a88114751794Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000Jason RogersHappy New Year! The BrewDeck crew kicks off Season 3 by sharing 2022 Brew Year’s Resolutions and biggest brewing lessons learned in 2021 from brewers from across North America. In today’s episode, Grant Lawrence, Zach Grossfeld, and Heather Jerred... View the 2021 Crop Mitigation Strategies resource: bit.ly/2021CropMiti Contact us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2032false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-25-top-10-of-2021--52999582here.
What is your New Year's Resolution for your brewery? What is the biggest brewing lesson you learned in 2021? Tell us how you are preparing for the new year and new beer for a chance to be featured on the next episode of our podcast: bit.ly/BrewYear22
Have a suggestion for Season 3 episodes? Email us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>95e8ae94-560b-4da3-aa7e-cd1037124f75Wed, 29 Dec 2021 16:35:19 +0000Jason RogersHappy Holidays! It’s that time of year to be merry as you sing and drink along with The BrewDeck. For the last episode of the year, hosts Toby Tucker and Grant Lawrence count down the top 10 most memorable moments and highlights from Season 2! View...here.
What is your New Year's Resolution for your brewery? What is the biggest brewing lesson you learned in 2021? Tell us how you are preparing for the new year and new beer for a chance to be featured on the next episode of our podcast: bit.ly/BrewYear22
Have a suggestion for Season 3 episodes? Email us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>4334false225fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-24-dark-side-of-the-malt--52998179BestMalz based in Germany, is here to talk about the new roasted malts. Axel shares information on why BestMalz’s roasted malts are very special. Then, Cory Hebert, Head Brewer at Oddwood Ales based in Austin, TX; and Josh Fryauff, Head Brewer at Separatist Beer Project in Easton, PA, share their experience brewing with BestMalz roasted malts and what it contributed to their beers.
Interested in trying the roasted malts? Request a sample here: bit.ly/BESTroasted Have a suggestion for a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>a418d712-5f1b-4de0-b296-183988263c04Wed, 15 Dec 2021 20:16:02 +0000Jason RogersJust in time for the winter months and dark beer season; Dr. Axel Göhler, CEO of https://bestmalz.de/en/ based in Germany, is here to talk about the new roasted malts. Axel shares information on why BestMalz’s roasted malts are very special. Then,...BestMalz based in Germany, is here to talk about the new roasted malts. Axel shares information on why BestMalz’s roasted malts are very special. Then, Cory Hebert, Head Brewer at Oddwood Ales based in Austin, TX; and Josh Fryauff, Head Brewer at Separatist Beer Project in Easton, PA, share their experience brewing with BestMalz roasted malts and what it contributed to their beers.
Interested in trying the roasted malts? Request a sample here: bit.ly/BESTroasted Have a suggestion for a future episode? Email us at TheBrewDeck@countrymalt.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2358false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-23-dude-let-s-start-a-brewery--53000233East Village Brewing Company. With the current market and global challenges in brewery planning, Aaron shares his extensive checklist from funding to equipment, to software, storage, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>b2a2b143-b479-4c12-bb19-b73642fd654bFri, 26 Nov 2021 09:00:00 +0000Jason RogersIf you’ve ever found yourself thinking about starting your own brewery, you’re not alone. But what all goes into planning a successful new brewhouse? Today’s guest, Aaron Justus, takes a deep dive into all of the work involved in starting a new...East Village Brewing Company. With the current market and global challenges in brewery planning, Aaron shares his extensive checklist from funding to equipment, to software, storage, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3381false223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-22-pink-boots-2021-hop-blend--52998254Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) to support and celebrate the Pink Boots Society (PBS) for their 5th Annual Pink Boots Hop Blend! With over 2,500 members worldwide, the PBS assists, inspires, and encourages women in the fermented beverage industry to advance their careers through education.  Today on the podcast, YCH (Kelly Lohrmeyer & Tiffany Pitra) and PBS (Ellen Sherrill & Sue Rigler) tell us all about the 5th Annual hop blend. This exclusive blend is selected by PBS members and changes every year so you’re not going to want to miss it. The 2021 Pink Boots Hop blend is available for pre-orders now through December 15th. Contact your Country Malt Group sales rep or CLICK HERE to reserve yours today!
Have suggestions or questions for future episodes? Email us at thebrewdeck@countrymalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>07470e4c-27d2-4afc-b5cd-73c3f7869140Fri, 12 Nov 2021 17:13:53 +0000Jason RogersWe are proud to partner with our friends at https://www.yakimachief.com/commercial/hop-wire/5th-annual-pink-boots-blend to support and celebrate the https://www.pinkbootssociety.org/pink-boots-brew2021/ for their 5th Annual Pink Boots Hop Blend! With...Yakima Chief Hops (YCH) to support and celebrate the Pink Boots Society (PBS) for their 5th Annual Pink Boots Hop Blend! With over 2,500 members worldwide, the PBS assists, inspires, and encourages women in the fermented beverage industry to advance their careers through education.  Today on the podcast, YCH (Kelly Lohrmeyer & Tiffany Pitra) and PBS (Ellen Sherrill & Sue Rigler) tell us all about the 5th Annual hop blend. This exclusive blend is selected by PBS members and changes every year so you’re not going to want to miss it. The 2021 Pink Boots Hop blend is available for pre-orders now through December 15th. Contact your Country Malt Group sales rep or CLICK HERE to reserve yours today!
Have suggestions or questions for future episodes? Email us at thebrewdeck@countrymalt.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2437false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-21-the-craft-movement-in-mexico-central-america--52999535Yakima Chief Hops, and Marko Guevara, Commercial Director at BeerMex. They share the current landscape of craft brewing, challenges and hurdles that brewers face, regional beer styles, and hot spots for craft beer in Mexico and Central America.
Have suggestions or questions for future episodes? Email us at thebrewdeck@countrymalt.com!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>ece85e6f-fbd3-4f3a-ae44-4b3e655b9991Fri, 29 Oct 2021 08:00:00 +0000Jason RogersToday’s guests are Rodrigo Plancarte, Regional Sales Manager (Mexico and Central America) at https://www.yakimachief.com/, and Marko Guevara, Commercial Director at https://www.beermex.com.mx/. They share the current landscape of craft brewing,...Yakima Chief Hops, and Marko Guevara, Commercial Director at BeerMex. They share the current landscape of craft brewing, challenges and hurdles that brewers face, regional beer styles, and hot spots for craft beer in Mexico and Central America.
Have suggestions or questions for future episodes? Email us at thebrewdeck@countrymalt.com!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2638false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-20-tales-from-the-brewdeck--5299899321cb2656-881c-475b-b660-b7f75b76824bFri, 15 Oct 2021 19:04:08 +0000Jason RogersIn this episode, The BrewDeck team celebrates the Halloween season with a series of spooky, scary, and strange short stories from their experiences in the brewing industry. Today’s guests are Country Malt Group sales reps Geoff Fischer, Tim Roberts,...4519false220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-19-little-malt-on-the-canadian-prairie--52999504

Canadian Barley Harvest: How size and production compare to other countries.

General Crop Update: Similar production challenges around the world due to weather.

Production Quality: What it means for brewers and customers - what they should expect.

Proactive Priorities: Malt kernel size, plumpness, and other factors are critical.

European Malt: Improves brewhouse performance and consistency to manage protein.

Malt or Feed? How barley is grown specifically for malt or feed varieties in Canada.

Supply and Demand: Canadian barley is the best if you can find it throughout the year.

Elevator System: Shields volatility, segregates, blends grain for barley brewers, distillers.

Red Wheat, Oat Malt, Pale Ale: Regional specialty malt products - taste the difference.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2ec9ca64-3f7e-4f9b-84f2-79f5a751b759Mon, 04 Oct 2021 20:26:26 +0000Jason RogersToday’s guests, Kyran Flett and Don Moore from Canada Malting Company, talk about Canadian barley harvest 2021, North America’s crop update, elevator system benefits, and regional malts. Key Points From This Episode: - Canadian Barley Harvest: How...

Canadian Barley Harvest: How size and production compare to other countries.

General Crop Update: Similar production challenges around the world due to weather.

Production Quality: What it means for brewers and customers - what they should expect.

Proactive Priorities: Malt kernel size, plumpness, and other factors are critical.

European Malt: Improves brewhouse performance and consistency to manage protein.

Malt or Feed? How barley is grown specifically for malt or feed varieties in Canada.

Supply and Demand: Canadian barley is the best if you can find it throughout the year.

Elevator System: Shields volatility, segregates, blends grain for barley brewers, distillers.

Red Wheat, Oat Malt, Pale Ale: Regional specialty malt products - taste the difference.

--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>2475false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-18-rising-hope--52999526698ef26f-52f7-4d46-8a2f-1e9e472fd592Fri, 17 Sep 2021 13:55:08 +0000Jason RogersAcross the nation, the brewing industry is uniting to raise funds for critical pediatric cancer research. The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation’s signature beer, Rising Hope IPA, has become a seasonal favorite in nearly every state. Coupled...2269false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-8-bulking-up-going-from-bags-to-a-silo--46456589Jack takes us through some of that journey, looking back at landmark moments for himself and the culture, before diving into some specifics related to the choice to upgrade to a silo and the options available. 
We get into the size of different silos, materials used, and some of the features that Jack recommends to his customers regularly. He then comments on some potential hurdles encountered when installing a silo, highlighting the challenges posed in smaller counties where municipalities are not accustomed to brewery-specific silos. 
Listeners can expect an extremely comprehensive look at when to think about taking a step up, with particular attention given to the time and money involved in this regard. So for anyone who is considering this down the road, make sure to give this great episode an ear!

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We get into the size of different silos, materials used, and some of the features that Jack recommends to his customers regularly. He then comments on some potential hurdles encountered when installing a silo, highlighting the challenges posed in smaller counties where municipalities are not accustomed to brewery-specific silos. 
Listeners can expect an extremely comprehensive look at when to think about taking a step up, with particular attention given to the time and money involved in this regard. So for anyone who is considering this down the road, make sure to give this great episode an ear!

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thebrewdeck/message]]>3590falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-4-turning-rain-into-whisky-and-beer--4387780700bf919f-6836-4484-b62f-243ed650dde8Fri, 05 Mar 2021 23:25:45 +0000Jason RogersToday we welcome Eddie Douglas onto the show to talk about the new Sassy varietal known as Malt 2.0. As the commercial director for Bairds Malt, Eddie comes with a wealth of knowledge and shares a variety of details on what makes Bairds’ barley so...2869falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-2-e-3-life-is-like-a-bucket-of-cholaca--43660803Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Toby Tucker on LinkedIn
The BrewDeck Podcast
Tim Matthews on LinkedIn
CANarchy
Oscar Blues
Cigar City
Ira Leibtag on LinkedIn
Cholaca
Shamrock Brewing
Denver Beer Co
Barking Dog Coffee shop]]>8954bed9-b399-4763-99af-07e36028f1d1Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:55:30 +0000Jason RogersToday we sit with Tim Matthews of CANarchy Craft Brewery Collective (Oskar Blues, Cigar City, Deep Ellum, Perrin, Squatters, Three Weavers, and Wasatch) and Ira Leibtag, founder of Cholaca. Tim and Ira teamed up to successfully create a tasty,...Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Toby Tucker on LinkedIn
The BrewDeck Podcast
Tim Matthews on LinkedIn
CANarchy
Oscar Blues
Cigar City
Ira Leibtag on LinkedIn
Cholaca
Shamrock Brewing
Denver Beer Co
Barking Dog Coffee shop]]>1779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-1-e-9-yeast-buds--43437263f6684c2f-316f-4689-ba16-e8176e051f45Wed, 09 Dec 2020 22:04:13 +0000Jason RogersBrewing great beer requires a combination of creativity and science, and a brewer’s dance with yeast is one of the most important parts of the entire process. Today we speak with three experts in the field and discuss the intricacies of working with...2711falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-1-e-8-at-the-table-with-sierra-nevada--434372719b270e50-2324-4819-be82-9b387eb2b403Thu, 26 Nov 2020 18:13:56 +0000Jason RogersThe holidays are around the corner and it’s getting cold in Texas, but on this episode of The BrewDeck, things warm up nicely in this interview Toby Tucker has with Bart Whipple. Bart is the assistant brewmaster and supply manager at the one and only...3344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-1-e-1b-it-s-ready-when-it-s-ready-featuring-kevin-smith-of-jack-daniels-distillery--43437260c5c9805b-8196-4484-ad43-9f33e08ac36fMon, 05 Oct 2020 14:04:00 +0000Jason RogersIn this episode, we’re fortunate to have Kevin Smith, Distillery Manager of Reliability & Technical Services, and Microbiologist at Jack Daniels as a guest. Kevin talks about the history of Jack Daniels, Frank Sinatra, and charcoal mellowing to name a...1692falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/s-1-e-3-beer-the-german-way--43437267DR. AXEL GÖHLER - PRESIDENT, BESTMALZ
LUTHER PAUL - HEAD BREWER, LAKEFRONT BREWING
SOME OF THE TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Axel speaks about the history of BestMalz and how it came to be the malting company it is today.
Axel talks about barley seed selection and the effects.
Discussion about BestMalz Heidleberg Wheat and Heidleberg Pilsen Malts.
Some interesting facts about Oktoberfest and "Fest beer."
Luther Paul talks about the history of Lakefront Brewing and how it was formed.]]>c34dbdc4-59cf-458a-9bae-e0a223921afdTue, 15 Sep 2020 21:50:34 +0000Jason RogersGUESTS: DR. AXEL GÖHLER - PRESIDENT, BESTMALZ LUTHER PAUL - HEAD BREWER, LAKEFRONT BREWING SOME OF THE TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: Axel speaks about the history of BestMalz and how it came to be the malting company it is today. Axel talks...DR. AXEL GÖHLER - PRESIDENT, BESTMALZ
LUTHER PAUL - HEAD BREWER, LAKEFRONT BREWING
SOME OF THE TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

Axel speaks about the history of BestMalz and how it came to be the malting company it is today.
Axel talks about barley seed selection and the effects.
Discussion about BestMalz Heidleberg Wheat and Heidleberg Pilsen Malts.
Some interesting facts about Oktoberfest and "Fest beer."
Luther Paul talks about the history of Lakefront Brewing and how it was formed.]]>3467falsefull