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¡Feliz Navidad! to our loyal listeners. We're back for our 5th annual Christmas episode with our good friend, Michael “Chigger” Willard. He brings us Good Tidings of Great Joy with two delicious Mexican/Mexican-Style beers from Good People Brewing and Ghost Train Brewing (both from Birmingham, AL). We cap off the night with a Christmas Jam—not … Continue reading "Ep. 74: A 3BD Christmas 5B!"

Don't call it a comeback! We've been here for years—literally. But it has been a while since we were together on the mics, around 7 months. Have we lost our edge or are we sharper than ever? Listen to this podcast to find out! On this episode, we enjoy three craft beers from around the … Continue reading "Ep. 73: Don't Call It a Comeback"

On this episode of 3 Beers Down, we're joined by Andrew Moose from the Hum outdoor music venue in Hickory, NC. We'll be talking about the latest in craft beer, including hard seltzers from Thirsty Monk Brewpub and beer from Triple C Brewery. Moose is the owner and operator of The Hum outdoor music venue … Continue reading "Ep. 72: Moose & Friends"

In this episode we dive into some tasty selections from Mythic Brewing out of Rocky Mount, NC. Since opening in 2018, they have put together a great selection of beers that are sure to appeal to all types of beer lovers! We run the full spectrum of flavors by sampling some of their best. Beers … Continue reading "Ep. 71: Mythic Brewing"

The new year brings tidings of fireside chats with… could it really be? Morgan Freeman! He starts us off with a quaint little poem written with ChatGPT. And what do you know, we get a great sonnet with iambic pentameter as well! All joking inline, we discuss the endless possibilities of chat bots as well as … Continue reading "Ep. 70: Fighting Game"

It's Christmas time, and do you know how we can tell? Willard is back! That's right, for the 4th year in a row, we welcome back Michael “Chigger” Willard to the show. He's wearing at least one (or three) ugly sweaters so he's definitely prepared. And as in episodes past, he brings us tidings of … Continue reading "Ep. 69: A 3BD Christmas the Fourth!"

Going ALL the way back to the late 1900's, we've been keeping it real. We aren't from the Island of Misfit Toys, but sometimes we sure sound like we are. Join us as we ascend like a fiery phoenix from a dark, dark abyss—into podcast gold! In this episode, we enjoy a flight of four … Continue reading "Ep. 68: Fiery Phoenix"

Finally… let us welcome to the show our very special guest—the one, the only, Michael McNally—aka McNasty! Not only does he bring beer, but also some well-deserved trash-talk, and tons of laughs. What else could we have ever wanted? We enjoyed three North Carolina craft beers: Sandiaca Gin Barrel-aged Sour with Watermelon and Basil from … Continue reading "Ep. 67: McNasty"

Hop Bombs Away! We're exploring the “new” IPA style—the Cold IPA. And what better beer to start our journey than Sierra Nevada's offering in this category, their Cold Torpedo IPA! We compare this to their O.G. Torpedo and were astounded at the differences. And what else could make a cold torpedo? How about a hawk … Continue reading "Ep. 66: Cold Torpedo"

HEY, HEY, HEY—Guess who's back! The legendary Hootie Bowman is back on the mic and coming through in the clutch since Luke was unable to make this episode. And wouldn't you know it, our substitute host is bringing his humor and charm as usual, despite not bringing any beers. Wait… is that even something we … Continue reading "Ep. 65: Happy Trails"

Candace beer get in our belly? Why yes, yes it can indeed. Straight outta H-town, we're bringing it NKOTB style. Well, Luke is anyway, reflecting on his first ever big-boy concert. And, announcing like ahhh… an announcer? That's right, we can't get enough of the baseball calls and lingo. And oh, that Bobby Brown. We … Continue reading "Ep. 64: Candace"

WE'RE BAAAAAAAACK! After a 3-month hiatus, we're back on the mics and making the most of it. We toast with two excellent craft beers from our glorious state of North Carolina: Vimana Kölsch from Flying Machine Brewing Company (Wilmington, NC) and Global Hawk Schwarzbier from Resident Culture (Charlotte, NC) in collaboration with Horus Aged Ales … Continue reading "Ep. 63: Killshot"

NERD ALERT! It's a tradition like no other. And to keep our little Christmas tradition going, we welcome Mike “Chigger” Willard back to the podcast for another ugly sweater party! Chigger shared three delicious craft beers from Liquid Roots Brewing Project, just up the road in L.A. (For all you out-of-nc listeners, that's the Lenoir … Continue reading "Ep. 62: A 3BD Christmas Number Three!"

Good night, sleep tight. Don't let the bed bugs… Wait, what?!? Tune into our latest episode to hear the harrowing tales of unforgettable hippies, mullets and parasites. You also might learn a thing or two about crypto currencies and that thing they are calling the “Metaverse”. Oh yeah, and some nice beers featured on this … Continue reading "Ep. 61: The Amazing Tales of Gaspar and Moonbeam"

The long awaited episode “drop” is here… hey, hey, hey, heeeeeeee's baaaaack! We welcome back our special guest Hootie Bowman for a record 4th episode. And if you think you've heard his stories, well, you've never heard them quite like this. We were very fortunate to be gifted three nice craft beers from the Northern … Continue reading "Ep. 60: Deuce"

Been a while… too long. We're finally back to pound out another episode so get ready for it! We review three craft beers from our home state of North Carolina: If I Were In Your Shoes Hazy Pale Ale from Ass Clown Brewing Company (Cornelius, NC), #10 American Light Lager from Brown Truck Brewery (High Point, NC) and … Continue reading "Ep. 59: Pound Dawg"

Cheers? Absolutely! We're back at it and reviewing two tremendous North Carolina beers: Omega Point Barrel-Aged Barleywine from Olde Hickory Brewery (Hickory, NC) and Absolute Block Dry Irish Stout from Sidetracked Brewery (Morganton, NC). We discuss what it's like to be stood up at an early morning beer release, and how our home-brew stacks up … Continue reading "Ep. 58: Absolute Block"

What's that you say… the People's what? Well, you'll just have to find out by listening to this podcast, where we review Pasing Helles Lager and Get the Gose on Berries from Devil's Logic Brewing (Charlotte, NC), as well as The People's Elbow Hazy IPA from New Sarum Brewing Co. (Salisbury, NC). Oh, whoops, just … Continue reading "Ep. 57: The People's Tebow"

FUZZDUSTER—What the heck!?! Listen now to learn how to make a FuzzDuster from Elysian Brewing Company (Seattle, WA) by blending their Space Dust IPA and Super Fuzz Blood Orange Pale Ale. We’re not joking with ya, it’s ahh-olee shitahhh—good stuff. We also delve into some serious subjects: Unfortunate city names, the origin of talking parrots, and … Continue reading "Ep. 56: Fuzz Duster"

We’re back! And my-oh-my do we have some stories to tell. Sandwich pic texts? 1,000 year old eggs? Favorite candy? An overdose on Flintstone Vitamins? Let us just say, “Yes, yes, yes, and… yes!” We start this episode with our very own home-brewed Dry Irish Stout (which still needs a name), and also feature Soft … Continue reading "Ep. 55: Flintstone Overdose"

Our latest episode—just like a Trophy Husband—starts slow, works in a little foreplay, and finishes with a bang to leave you completely satisfied! We drank from flight glasses this time, featuring these North Carolina craft beers : Trophy Husband Witbier from Trophy Brewing Co. (Raleigh, NC), Road Hazard Hazy IPA from Crank Arm Brewing (Raleigh, NC) … Continue reading "Ep. 54: Flocculating Bodhran"

Don’t let the name fool you—in this episode we sip on some sours and drink up some sweets, all while sharing some stories and lots of laughs. We review some tasty North Carolina craft beers: Carolina Cobbler Strawberry Rhubarb Berliner Weisse from Divine Barrel Brewing (Charlotte, NC), Beautiful Nonsense Triple Chocolate Imperial Stout from Flying … Continue reading "Ep. 53: Sour Chocolate"

We’ve talked about it before, but in this episode we finally compare—wait for it—chicken sandwiches! That’s right, we compare “flagship” offerings from Chick-fil-A and PDQ. (Disclaimer: we couldn’t wait in a line wrapped around the building a few times for the Popeye’s chicken sandwich.) We feature some lovely New England-style brews in this episode: New … Continue reading "Ep. 52: Chicken Hanger"

Living “The American Dream” in the COVID era! We discuss some excellent beers from North Carolina craft breweries, as well as reminisce about some old-school wrastlin’ moves. The craft brews on this episode include Earthly Remains Saison from Trophy Brewing (Raleigh, NC), plus Diamond Dallas Lager and Two Dope Hops in a Cadillac NEIPA—two bangers from … Continue reading "Ep. 51: The Bionic Elbow"

Our 50th episode! In this golden podcast, we review some fantastic craft beers from North Carolina including Paloma Gose from Sycamore Brewing (Charlotte, NC), Hounds of Helles Munich-Style Lager from Boojum Brewing Waynesville, NC) and Pinky Ring Bling Hazy IPA from Southern Range Brewing (Monroe, NC). We also talk botched beer buys, space selfies, rapper … Continue reading "Ep. 50: Pinky Ring"

In this episode we take a departure from the norm and broaden our horizons with an alcohol-infused Cafe Latte and Chai Tea Latte from Newground. We also take a look at Plunge Pool Peach Wheat Ale from Blowing Rock Brewing all while under quarantine! It’s the new normal folks!  

In this episode Popcorn Dave Sayre sent us a cornucopia of popcorn flavors to pair with three delicious beverages. We also test a new growler from Manna Hydration and talk about the ins and outs of curb side pick up. Beers featured in this episode: 40th Hoppy Anniversary Ale from Sierra Nevada (Mills River, NC); … Continue reading "Ep 48: Beer and Popcorn!"

You asked for it so here it is!  In this episode we give thanks to the green goddess of hops who flavors one of our favorite styles of beer… the beloved IPA! We explore different styles of IPA’s found throughout this great land and sample three beers from our home state of North Carolina. Beers … Continue reading "Ep. 47: The IPA Episode"

Get yourself some culture! In this episode we’re reviewing craft beers from the mountains to the Piedmont to the coast of North Carolina: Satan Rimmed Glasses Hoppy Keller Pilsner from Dssolvr Brewing (Asheville, NC); Hey Zay NEIPA from Salty Turtle Beer Co. (Surf City, NC); and Neopolitan Milk Stout from Southern Range Brewing (Monroe, NC). … Continue reading "Ep. 46: Turtles, Devils & Ice Cream"

Thank you, Gilde! We received a delightful present in the form of swag and four terrific beers from Gilde Beer, a German brewery founded in 1546. Gilde is slated to open an “embassy brewery” in the US, right here in the Charlotte, NC area. We review Gilde’s Kellerbier, Pale Wheat, Urbock and Pilsner—and we must … Continue reading "Ep. 45: Danke Schoen"

Hempin’ IS easy if you’re drinking what we’re drinking! We review two NC craft beers: Hempin’ Ain’t Easy Specialty Ale and Queen of the Forest IPA, both from One World Brewing (Asheville, NC). We also discuss “THE FUTURE” and a new world recently found which our descendants may just inhabit one day. Don’t believe us? Listen … Continue reading "Ep. 44: Hempin’ Ain’t Easy!"

Ho, ho, oh hell. We are back at it with a repeat Christmas guest, Mike Willard, all of us adorned in festive—not ugly—sweaters. You can only imagine! We review three NC craft beers: Thunder Road American Red Ale from Granite Falls Brewing Co. (Granite Falls, NC), Sew Juicy Hazy IPA from Cabarrus Brewing Company (Concord, … Continue reading "Ep. 43: A 3BD Christmas Part Deux"

In a Galaxy not so far away, three podcasters invite two of their friends to paint a picture using surf wax. Wait, those were some of the beers we had! For this special episode, we welcomed our good friends Joe Hartman and Jeff Price to indulge, enjoy, and talk craft beer among other things. That’s … Continue reading "Ep. 42: Galaxy Surf"

Let’s talk personality change… are you agreeable with that? We’re back on the mics with some interesting thoughts on personalities and where we are headed—for the better or worse. We also feature Cobb Island IPA by Cape Charles Brewing Company (Cape Charles, VA), Liquid Escape Lemongrass & Sea Salt Tart Ale by Virginia Beer Co. (Williamsburg, … Continue reading "Ep. 41: Sweet Virginia"

In this episode we sample brews from the Big Easy!  We also talk about the new craft beer line up from Molson Coors and how it affects the craft beer industry; listener comments and more! Don’t Forget to Comment! Beers from this episode: Hoppyright Infringment IPA /// NOLA Brewing (New Orleans, LA) Art Car IPA /// … Continue reading "Ep. 40: The Big EZ!"