Alberta Craft Beer Guidecast

Today Andrew is joined by Brad from Big Rock Brewery. Brad shares big rocks unique history, as well as his own journey westward to help grow craft in Alberta. 01:05 - What makes Big Rock unique? 37:41 - Brad's Beer Journey 50:09 What would you like to see in Alberta beer? Follow us on instagram and twitter @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by… Andrew from Winning Wines Plus. The Andrews discuss getting into the home alcohol making game, the shifts in the industry over the past couple decades, and proper pub culture. Show Notes: 03:56 - What makes Winning WInes Plus unique? 23:10 - how’d you get into the homebrew game? 27:03 - How’d you get into beer? 40:35 - What do you want to see in Alberta Beer? Find us on Intagram and Tik Tok @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Kirk of Blindman Brewing. Andrew and Kirk discuss how beer has adapted to the new environment a global pandemic presents, and what the beer industry can do moving into the future.Find us on instagram and Tik Tok @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Kaiden of MH Brew Co to talk about this historic family affair in Medicine Hat. Show Notes: 1:07 - What makes MH unique? 34:29 - Kaiden’s beer journey 37:56 - What do you want to see in Alberta Beer? Find us on Instagram and Tik Tok @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Christina to talk about her new venture Xhale Brew Co. She opens up about building a brand that embraces the controversial and the polarizing to start real conversations. Book a virtual meet up with Xtina: https://xhale-brew-co.appointlet.com Buy the "Beers, Balls, & Boobs" 2021 Charity Calendar: xhale-brew-co.myshopify.com 

Today Andrew is joined by Blake from Cold Garden Beverage Co. Blake tells Andrew the story of an historic beverage revived, Show Notes: 1:00 - What makes Cold Garden unique? 34:30 - Blake’s Beer Journey 50:17 - what do you want to see in Alberta brewing find us on instagram and tik tok @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Damon of Common Crown Brewing Co. Damon talks about building a passion with his brother that they were able to build into a business. 01:02 - What makes Common Crown unique? 21:20 - Damon’s Beer Journey 42:02 - What do you want to see happen in Alberta beer. Find us on Instagram, twitter, and Tiktok @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Ayleigh of Stronghold Brewing. Ayleigh tells Andrew about running a family business on an historic street in an historic building. Show Notes: 00:55 - What Makes Stronghold Unique? 34:57 - How Did You Get Into Beer? 43:44 - What Do you Want to See from Alberta Beer? Find us on instagram and TikToc @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by producer/podcast host/beer rep Slings. They chat podcasting, beer podcasting, how Slings got into beer, and other beer things. Happy @yegbeerjudge? Show notes: 03:17 - What makes Drink This Pod Unique? 20:40 - How did you get into beer? 44:53 - What do you want to see in Alberta Beer? FInd us on Instagram @abbeerguide and Tiktok @beerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Scott of the Dirtbag Cafe and Rock Jungle Climbing Gym. He talks with Andrew about what they’re working on at dirtbag/rock jungle and how he combined his love of beer and music. 1:20 - What makes Dirtbag Cafe unique? 14:17 - Beer and Music 23:06 - How did you get into beer? 40:09 - What would you like to see in Alberta Beer?

Today Andrew is joined by Cam and Zane, new owners of Alley Kat Brewery. They chat about the challenges of taking over an existing brand, and their journey from bean counters to brewery owners. Show Notes: 00:53 - what Makes Alley Kat unique? 17:38 - Zane and Cam’s beer journey 33:07 - what would you like to see happen in AB beer? find us online @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Doug of the Monolith where he talks about their very unique approach, and his own journey into brewing. Show Notes: 1:25 - What makes The Monolith unique? 15:35 - Koelships 26:28 - How did you get into beer? 44:53 - What do you want to see in alberta beer? find us on the internet @abbeerguide

Andrew is joined by Ryan of Dog Island to chat about how it takes a community to support a brewery. 01:09 - What makes Dog Island unique? 19:05 - Statler And Waldorf - Everyones connected to Slave Lake 25:12 - How did you get into beer? 36:47 - Whats next for Dog Island? 46:01 - What do you want to see in alberta beer? FInd us online @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Alberta brewing legend and hop father Neil, founder of Alley Kat Brewery. Neil talks about some gems from the AK back catalouge, and how to set up a brewing business when there aren’t many templates to follow. 01:16 - What makes Alley Kat unique? 08:34 - the canning line 11:42 - the line up 26:35 - How did you get into beer? 43:30 - What do you want to see happen in Alberta Beer? Find us on the internet @abbeerguide and @beerguide on tiktok

Today Andrew is joined by Brad from Woden Brewing to talk about going from home brewer to contract professional. 1:00 - What is Woden Brewing? 10:45 - how’d you get into beer? 18:32 - moving from Home brewer to Contract brewer 27:42 - What do you want to see from Alberta Beer? Find us on the interent @abbeerguide

Today we are joined by threepeat guest Jacob and his colleague Brett from Odd Company Brewing for our very first live podcast. Given that this was producer Matt’s first crack at live sound, our apologies for the sound issues, they do clear up at about the 30 minute mark. Find us on the internet: @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Jesse at SYC. The talk about the line up of beers, Kviek or Kviek? and growing a healthy industry.Show Notes:01:14 - What makes SYC unique?26:54 - What have you learned in the first year?29:27 - The Name25:46 - The Space38:40 - How did you get into beer?46:25 - what would you like to see happen in Ab Beer?Find us instagram and Twitter @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Matt and Georgia, owners of Endeavour Brewing Company. They share the personal stories behind their brand, and their journey from economically driven home brewers, to craft beer euntrapeneur Show notes: 00:52 - What make Endeavour unique? 17:26 - How’d you get in to beer? 23:04 - show me a business plan 30:08 - What do you want to see in Alberta beer?

Today Andrew is joined again by good friend of the show chris, who talks with him about Albeerta Provisions latest endeavour, Campio.Show Notes:01:22 - What makes Campio unique?2:50 - All Malt Lager - Terroirism05:45 - Branding11:12 - The Beers16:33 - The Menu20:31 - The Space26:53 - How did you get into working in beer?34:52 - What do you want to see happen in Ab beer.

Today Andrew is joined by Kevin of the Growlery to talk about starting the brewery, and then by Matt and Calder to talk about making and selling it. Show Notes: 00:54 - What makes the Growlery unique? 03:00 - Kevin’s beer journey 06:00 - The begginings of the Growlery 13:11 - Matt’s and calder sit in 13:45 - Matt’s Beer Journey 21:03 - the system and the beers 28:35 - Calder 34:10 - Calders Favourite Beer 38:33 - What d you want to see in Alberta Beer

Andrew flys solo today to bring you his 2019 year in review. Andrew goes through the province cronicling the year in beer that was 2019. Show Notes 1:43 - North and Central 12:02 - 2018 V 2019 12:32 - Edmonton 24:41 - 2018 V 2019 25:00 - Calgary 37:45 - 2018 V 2019 38:00 - South 47:43 - 2018 V 2019 48:34 - Contract breweries 59:26 - Closures Find the show on instagram and twitter @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Patrick and Krysten from Outcast Brewing. Andrew joins them in their brand new space to talk about taking the jump from contract brewing, and trying to do brewing differently. Show Notes: 00:41 - What makes Outcast unique? 08:32 - Do you have a favorite of your own? 11:22 - Core Beers: A New approach 16:22 - The Space 26:45 - Patrick and Kristins craft beer journey 43:28 - Beer 5000 45:30 - Barley Wine 51:35 - What do you want to see happen in Ab beer? Find the Guide Book on Insta and Twitter @abbeerguide.

Today Andrew is joined by Austin, Asst Brewer at Undercurrent Brewing and host of the Beach House Brewing Podcast. Austin talks about some of the unique things on the go at Undercurrent, and his life long journey towards beer. Show Notes: 1:10 - Undercurrent - What makes it unique? 16:17 - Cody the Head Brewer 19:31 - How did you get into beer? 36:55 - What would you like to see happen in Ab beer? Find us on Insta and Twitter @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Robert from Polar Park Brewing. Robert tells us about the history of Polar Park, from The Alberta Game Farm to a Brew Pub off Whyte Ave.Show Notes:01:01 - The History of Polar Park14:02 - The Building19:09 - The Brewhouse27:29 - The Tanks43:01 - What Would You Like to See in Ab BeerFind the show on twitter and insta @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by beer enthusiast and educator David Nuttall. David talks about his time in the liquor industry, and being a pioneer of consumer level beer education here in Alberta.

Today Andrew and producer Matt sit down and talk about the year thats coming in Alberta beer. 04:59 - Edmonton Predictions The Monolith Campio Brewing The Growlery Odd Company Brewing Polar Park Brewing Co. 22:23 - Calgary Predictions Freehold Brewing Heathens Brewing Outcast Brewing Rapid Ascent 2 House Brewing 39:32 - Northern Alberta Predictions Field and Forge Highland Beer House Red Heart Brewing Stony Brew Co. 45:20 - Southern Alberta Predictions Hubtown Brewing Balzac Craft Brew Co Bragg Creek Newell Brewing The Pass Brewing Sheepdog Brewing Valley Brewing Spectrum Aleworks

Today Andrew’s guest is Calder from Siding 14. Calder tells Andrew about growing up in the barley industry, jumping into the kitchen, and springboarding into beer with the little brewery that could. Show notes: 01:02 - What makes Siding 14 unique? 12:33 - Calder’s Beer Journey 28:33 - Rep Life 33:09 - Saison Du Belma 33:56 - What do you want to see in alberta beer? Find the show on Insta, Twitter and Facebook @abbeerguide

01:03 - Fondest Memories of 201804:00 - New Breweries Province Wide05:57 - Central Alberta17:55 - Edmonton Area37:57 - Northern/Southern Alberta43:18 - Calgary Area62:42 - Andrew had better things to doFind the guide on twitter and instagram @abbeerguideFind an archive of the show screamingdachsundstudios.com

Today Andrew is joined by Pam and Cody of Fitzsimmons Brewing, as they talk about the great support their community has given them in their year long (and beyond) brewery journey. Show Notes: 01:04 - What makes Fitzsimmons unique? 04:07 - The Fitzy IPL and Micheal the Production Manager 18:22 - Seasonal Program/the space 29:37 - Your beer journey 42:30 - What do you want to see in Alberta beer Find the guide on twitter and instagram @abbeerguide Find an archive of the show screamingdachsundstudios.com

Today Andrew is re-joined by Taylor to talk about his new project, Sea Change Brewing. Andrew and Taylor talk about the direction for the new venture, and tangent off into  Show Notes: 01:10 - What makes Sea Change unique? 03:54 - The location 07:16 - The space 15:05 - The beers 21:25 - Whats changed since your last time on the show? Find the guide on twitter and instagram @abbeerguide Find an archive of the show screamingdachsundstudios.com

Today Andrew is joined by Christina from Railyard Brewing. Christina chats about her story that brought her all the way from Australia to play a great role in Alberta's craft beer scene. Show Notes: 02:30 - What makes Railyard unique? 10:05 - The Beer and The Taproom 15:30 - Aggressive expansion 21:36 - Christina's craft beer journey 28:17 - The Beer Mile 34:00 - Aussie Beer Scene 38:11 - Whats Alberta doing well?

Today Andrew goes on location (without producer Matt, I would like to add)  to Analog Brewing Co. The guys talk to Andrew about building a brand outside of a location, and how they came from all over western Canada to brew beer together. 01:13 - What makes Analog unique? 12:29 - The Brewhouse 16:42 - How did you get into beer? 22:10 - Adam joins in 26:25 - Alberta scene Vs. BC Scene 30:49 - life before beer bleeds into life with beer 34:27 - beers of the future 38:40 - What do you want out of Alberta Beer

Today Andrew and producer Matt dive in to the sooner-ies and Rumour-ies section to talk about soon to be breweries in rural Ab. Show Notes: 00:46 - Co-Host Matt 02:33 - OT Brewing 05:18 - North and South S&R 06:45 - Battle River Brewing 08:44 - Hamell Bros. 11:07 - Darkwoods Brewing 14:23 - Hawktail Brewing 17:21 - Heilan Beer House 20:46 - Piston Broke Brewing 24:21 - Sawback Brewery 34:10 - Strong Hold Brewing 40:34 - Travois Brewing

Today Andrew is joined by Socrates of the Bear Hill Brewing Group. Soc tells Andrew about being a true pioneer in Alberta brewing. He takes Andrew through the journey of starting with one brew pub in Jasper national park, and expanding it to a brew pub empire that traverses the province. Show Notes: 01:06 - The original Brewpub Jasper Brewing 11:19 - Banff Avenue Brewing 15:04 - Wood Buffalo Brewing 26:16 - Last Best Brewing 31:21 - Beer Journey 37:29 - The Future 41:31 - What do you want to see happen in AB beer

Today Andrew is joined by Mason from Ale Architect. Mason describes his journey from engineer to brewer, and the great community that exists in Alberta. Show Notes: 01:05 - What makes Ale Architect unique? 01:55 - The Super Saison 07:48 - Mason's Beer industry Journey 15:50 - Traveling 19:53 - always learning 26:36 - Beer Fantasy League 29:09 - Scotch Scotch Scotch 30:49 - The Ab beer community 36:52 - What do you think AB is doing well? 39:25 - what do you want from Ab beers? Find the guidebook on instagram and twitter @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by beer writer Jason Van Rassel. Jason is an accomplished beer writer and appreciator who talks with Andrew about bringing his passion for writing and his passion for beer together in original levity.  Find Jason @jasonvanrassel and at Original Levity FInd the Beer Guide on Instagram and Twitter @abbeerguide Show Notes: 01:02 - Our guest today 01:13 - Original Levity 04:08 - Hops and Hockey Cards 04:38 - Covering a Beat 08:55 - Jason's Beer Journey 10:10 - Brew on Premise 13:45 - Cowtown Vs. E-Town 19:29 - Central AB 21:26 - The Fest of Ales 28:32 - Whats going well in Alberta? 40:56 - WHat do you want to see in Alberta?

Today Andrew shares his predictions for breweries opening this year in Calgary. Part 2 of 2. Show Notes: 02:26 - the rules 11:38 - Calgary Predictions 12:50 - Brewery #1: Dandy 2.0 14:10 - Brewery #2: Elite Brewery and Cidery 16:42 - Brewery #3: Establishment Brewing 17:53 - Brewery #4: Freehold Brewing 21:17 - Brewery #5: Marda Loop Brewing 23:45 - Brewery#6: Ol' Beautiful 26:02 - Brewery #7: Prairie Dog Brewing 30:48 - Brewery #8: Revival Brewcade 33:17 - Brewery #9 Born Colorado Brewing 35:20 - Brewery #10 Legend 7 Brewing 38:17 - Brewery #11: New Level Brewing Find The Guidebook on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide

Today Andrew shares his predictions for breweries opening this year in Edmonton. Part 1 of 2 Show Notes: 00:21 - Intro 01:35 - Guest Comentator 03:05 - Edmonton Predictions 06:35 - The Existing 7 11:56 - Brewery #1: Analog Brewery 17:40 - Brewery #2: The Growlery  22:22 - Brewery #3: The Monolith 26:40 - Brewery #4: Sea Change 29:07 - Brewery #5: Omen Brewing 30:07 - Brewery #6: Polar Park Find us on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide

Today andrew is joined by Cole of Ribstone Creek Brewing. Cole talks about the little rural brewery that could, as well as his own beer journey that has taken him to every edge of this province.  Find the show on Insta and Twitter @abbeerguide Show Notes: 1:01 - What makes Ribstone unique 13:04 - The Abbey Lane 17:17 - brewers breakfast/ community space 25:07 - Cole's Beer Journey 33:21 - What is going well in AB beer? 37:21 - What could be better? 41:00 otto cask

Brewing Today Andrew is joined by Kyle and Josh of Origin Malting and Brewing. They tell Andrew about working with local producers to create theyre truly grain to glass story. Show Notes: 01:05 - What Makes Origin Unique 14:50 - beer journeys 26:40 - The Beers 39:00 - what would you like to see in Ab beer?

Today Andrew is re-joined by Jacob. Jacob tells the guidecast al about his new adventures in Medicine Hat, using Untappd to its fullest, and what he thinks the future of Ab Beer is. Show Notes: 01:26 What makes Med Hat unique? 07:28 - The Brewery 16:13 - The beers  21:19 Eggnog and....beer? 23:18 - Samis Sessional 25:50 - Untappd 31:30 - The Brewpub 42:13 - The future of Medicine Hat 45:21 - what would you like to see happen in Alberta Beer  Find us on twitter and instagram @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by legendary Edmontonian Greg Zeschuk; Doctor, video game developer, and now, brewery owner. Greg talks with Andrew about his most recent endeavour Blind Enthusiasm, and Beira, a restaurant brewery combo that is re-thinking the way both are done.  00:57 - What makes Blind Enthusiasm unique? 2:35 - The Brewers - Rob & Doug 04:47 - The Chef/Resto - Christine 08:50 - The Beers 11:50 - Why Ritchie? 14:20 - The Monolith 18:37 - Sours Timeline 20:10 - Greg's Beer Journey 26:45 - ASBA and Going Pro 32:14 - What are you wanting from Alberta Beer? Find The Alberta Craft Beer Guide on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Sherbrooke's beer guru Stephan Bezan. Stephen shares his long and storried beer journey with Andrew, as well as some insights into the Alberta scene, where its been and where we are headed. Show Notes: 01:21 - What Makes Sherbrooke Unique? 13:10 - Your beer journey 20:52 - The Alberta Section 38:37 - What do you like, and what do you want to see in the Alberta Scene? Find the Guide on twitter and Instagram: @abbeerguide

Today we are joined by new friend of the show Brandon Schatz, owner proprietor of Variant Edition Comics for our first Paul written docket, and another in our ongoing series about story telling and pop-culture narratives. We dive into our favourite shows, what kind of story telling we want to see, and how different mediums play off each and influence each other.

Today Andrew is joined by prolific brewer both profesional and at home, Adam. Adam talks about his craft beer journey that has lead him from Nova Scotia all the way to Alberta to make a mark on our growing beer scene and culture. Show Notes: 01:03 - What are we drinking - Saison Blend 01:56 - Beer Aha moment 04:03 - Propeller Brewing 05:31 - The Test Batch System 07:20 - Grizzly Paw - Welcome to beautiful Canmore 10:37 - THE stout 12:56 - Alley Kat 15:01 - Blindman 17:21 - Dumping beer 21:37 - Beer consulting 26:04 -Unity Brew 29:21 - what next...? 41:04 - What do you want to see happen in Alberta beer? Find The Guide Book on Twitter and Instagram: @abbeerguide

Today we are joined by Simon, representing Hell's Basement Brewing from Medicine Hat. Simon shares the incredible story of a town that drank a brewery dry, and shares some stories from his own beer journey. Show Notes: 01:06 - What makes Hell's Basement unique? 09:06 - Andrew's shameless plug/ the HB line up 17:50 - The city of the Hat 21:44 - Simon's beer journey 41:26 - What do you want to see happen in AB beer? You can find the guide on twitter and instagram: @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by Graeme of Troubled Monk Brewery. Graeme talks with Anderw about the family spirit that powers the the brewery (and soon to be distillery). They also chat about the homebrewers guild, and Graeme's own beer journey. Find the Guidebook on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide 01:01 - What makes Troubled Monk unique 03:25 - The beer Graeme brought - Mothers Milk Stout aged in bourbon barrels  07:14 - The test batch system 09:11 - Craft Soda 10:25 - Graeme's beer journey 20:28 - The Distillery  24:05 - Home brewers Guild 27:14 - Distance Running 30:42 - What do you want to see happen in Alberta beer

Today Andrew is joined by Chris Connely of Craft Beer Importers. They discuss a robust beer culture, #importerprolems, and a special all Alberta announcement. Also producer Matt yells his shameless plug. Show Notes: 01:20 - A robust beer scene NEEDS imports/ What are the challenges unique to importers? 08:22 - Craft Beer Advent Calendar 12:20 - Chris' beer journey 19:25 - Learning, rating, and understanding context 23:40 - Weird beers 33:30 - A very special Alberta announcement  Find the Guidebook on Twitter and Instagram: @abbeerguide

Today Andrew is joined by two of the fine gentlemen who make up the Dandy Brewing Co., Ben and Derek. They join Andrew to talk about the origins of Calgary's only nano brewery and brewing beer that they wanted to see produced. They also discuss the great community of breweries, and about the bright future of Alberta Beer. Check them out at their Website. Find the Guidebook on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide Show Notes: 01:06 - What makes Dandy unique? 04:02 - Podcast Beer - Summertime (and the Living is easy) 06:00 - Musical influences 07:25 - Artist in Residence Program 11:05 - where the Dandys came from 17:30 - Starting the Brewery 25:07 - The Brewhouse 35:13 - Expansion 37:53 - What do you want to see in Alberta beer?

Today Andrew is joined by Shane, founder of the Edmonton Beer Geeks Anonymous for an acronym heavy episode. Shane has been beating the drum of craft beer since before your grandfather was in diapers, and he tells Andrew about the basis for founding the EBGA and the events they use to help grow interest and participation in the craft beer scene. sign up for their newsletter Show Notes 01:03 - Who are the EBGA and what makes you unique? 03:27 - Current Events 13:30 - The Real Ale Festival 20:16 - when did you first enjoy beer? 29:38 - Breaking News! 30:50 - What do you want to see in Alberta Beer? 33:23 - How Big can things get? Find the Alberta Craft Beer Guide Book on Instagram and Twitter: @abbeerguide

This week Andrew is trading his hosting chair for a guesting chair and letting producer Matt take the wheel. Andrew talks in a bit more detail about the Alberta Craft Beer Guide Book, as well as his own personal beer journey. Show Notes: 02:10 - What makes the guidebook unique? 05:15 The lay out of the guide 11:04 - The brewery info pages 14:30 The beer being drank 19:35 - what changes have you seen in what is necessary to start a brewery? 32:00 - Launch parties 37:20 - Read it for the articles 42:40 - What would you like to see in Alberta Beer? Find the Guide on Twitter and Instagram @abbeerguide Email us abbeerguide@gmail.com