Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast

The gang is back together and festival season is upon us!  We're live once again from the NC Brewers and Music Festival at Rural Hill. Our guests include: Nils Weldy and Adam Glover- Talking about CLT Brewed Week Elise Gatliff- Talks about what's happening at Southern Range Brewing Jeff Bowman- Head brewer at Midnight Mulligan Brewing Special thanks to our awesome sponsors: Queen City Podcast Network, Hopped Up Network,  Southern Strain Brewing, and Sublmnl Design. The post Episode 277 – NC Brewers and Music Festival 2022 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Festival goers rejoice- The NC Brewers and Music Festival is back! Our long-time friend and festival director, Jeff Fissel, joins us for a breakdown of this year's festival. This year's festival will highlight beer from across North Carolina as well as awesome live music from The Steeldrivers, Jade Bird, Katie Pruitt, Acoustic Syndicate, and many more. Join us May 6th and 7th at the 2022 North Carolina Brewers and Music Festival. The post EPISODE 276 – NC Brewers and Music Festival Returns in 2022 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Weezie talks with Sam Fitz from D.C. based Anxo Cidery.  Sam did a zoom talk on his cider in 2020 with Weezie in attendance and his knowledge of the segment is astounding.  So he thought he would be great to have on and get his answers to the 12 questions.  Look for Anxo ciders all over North Carolina and if you dont see it, ask for it.  Now lets get his answers to the 12 questions... The post Ep – 25 – Weezie's 12 with Sam Fitz of Anxo Cidery appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Weezie talks with Nils Weldy, who by the way is the whole reason Cheers Charlotte exists.  Nils introduced Cesar and Jay at a meeting for Queen City Brewers Festival and that started it all.  Nils is now the Executive Director of the Charlotte Independent Brewers Alliance.  Nils is a staple in the Charlotte beer world working behind the scenes to make it one of the best in the country.   Now lets get his answers to the 12 questions... The post Ep – 24 – Weezie's 12 with Nils Weldy Executive Director of C.I.B.A. appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Weezie sits down with his high school friend and pitmaster for the Midwood Smokehouse Matt Barry.  Matt has been making some of the best BBQ in the Carolinas for over 10 years now.  After studying in Texas he brought back those skills to North Carolina and is one of the leading pitmasters in North Carolina.  Now lets get his answers to the 12 questions... Photo Credit: The Charlotte Observer  The post Ep – 23 – Weezie's 12 with Matt Barry of Midwood Smokehouse appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Weezie sits down with Brad Burton the Sales Manager at Newgrass Brewing in Shelby, NC.  This little brewery has reinvented itself making some of the craziest pastry sours around.  Now lets get his answers to the 12 questions... The post Ep – 22 – Weezie's 12 with Brad Burton of Newgrass Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

This year marks Moo & Brew Festival number 6. This year's festival returns to the NC Music Factory with lots of great burgers, music, and craft beer. Festival director Ken Thomas joins us to talk about what you can expect at this year's festival. The music headliner is country star Mitchell Tenpenny but there are also great performances from other bands such as Cheers Charlotte Radio friends- Ancient Cities.  Our host Jon Eberhard from Resident Culture Brewing hops on to talk about their upcoming beer releases. Trust us, you will not want to miss these hop series beers coming out soon. The post Episode 275 – Moo & Brew Festival 6 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Weezie sits down with Annie Hildreth Account Manager for Fonta Flora Brewing.  Jay and Annie have a lively discussion about the 12 questions and their shared hobby of riding bikes.  Now lets get her answers to the 12 questions... The post Ep – 21 – Weezie's 12 with Annie Hildreth of Fonta Flora Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Who doesn't like beer and bbq? We certainly do! Our two guests this week make it their life goal to bring Charlotte the best of craft beer and bbq in one single spot. Joey and Nick Abate are the organizers of the Hops and Hogs Festival. Be sure to check out this year's festival happening September 4th and 5th at the Park Expo in Charlotte. Listen in to get a preview of what you can expect then get your tickets HERE.  A real bonus for us this week was being able to record on location at High Branch Brewing's new location. We sat down with head brewer and founder TJ Creighton to talk about this new chapter in the brewery's story. Check out the new space yourself by directing your GPS to 305 McGill Ave NW #100, Concord, NC 28027. The post Episode 274 – Hops and Hogs Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We're very excited to welcome Vaulted Oak Brewing to the Charlotte beer community. Our long-time friend Kiel Arrington joins us to talk about his vision becoming a reality. Kiel and head brewer David Carey sit down with us to share a couple of pints and talk about what makes Vaulted Oak a unique experience. Opening a new brewery is never a walk in the park but opening one in an old bank adds a few extra challenges. Be sure to stop by Vaulted Oak in the MoRA neighborhood to try a great beer made by great people. Our taste palates would also like to thank Toby Hufhand and Fabio Durazzo of Sal's Pizzeria for bringing out some of the best pizza in Charlotte. We got to talk with the duo about their philosophy on pizza and beer. The post Episode 273 – Vaulted Oak Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. Travis Tolson, co-owner and brewmaster of Amor Artis Brewing in Fort Mill, SC is up this week. Amor Artis is certainly a hidden gem just south of Charlotte.  Making classic styles of beers the way they should be made is Travis' wheelhouse.  Amor Artis came on the scene with some of the best sour beers around and followed up with crisp clean west ipas and pilsners.  Get down to Fort Mill and check out this great little brewery.  Now lets get his answers to the 12 questions... The post Ep – 20 – Weezie's 12 with Travis Tolson of Amor Artis Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week friend and social media influencer Jessica Gaddy or @Finickylady on Instagram joins Jay to give her answers to the 12 questions.  Jessica does great work for The Unknown Brewery Ginger Ale and Pizza truck.  Also with @ShrimpandGrisettes the feed she shares with her husband Eric Gaddy resident beer photographer in Charlotte.  The post Ep – 19 – Weezie's 12 with Jessica Gaddy aka @Finickylady appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Jeff Fissel the Executive Director of the NC Brewers and Music Festival joins Weezie to answer the 12 questions.   Jeff runs one of our favorite festival in the state.  Over 40 breweries with live music and camping at historic Rural Hill in Huntersville.  We can't wait until this one comes back in 2022.  The post Ep – 18 – Weezie's 12 with Jeff Fissel of NC Brewers and Music Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week and old favorite Chris Harker of Triple C Brewing joins Jay.  Triple C is one of the original 5 breweries in Charlotte and has become a mainstay in bars and restaurants around the city.  After years in the industry it was fun to get Chris's thoughts on the 12 questions.  The post Ep – 17 – Weezie’s 12 with Chris Harker of Triple C Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Eugenia Brown or @BlackBeerChick on Instagram joins Weezie to get the 12 questions treatment.  Eugenia has unique outlook on the craft beer industry as an influencer but also as an industry professional with her company Black Beer Chick that gets women of color interested and involved in the craft beer world.  The post Ep – 16 – Weezie’s 12 with Eugenia Brown @BlackbeerChick appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week we go back to the Influencer with Ashley of @FloridaHopMama.  Suggested by season one guest Amanda of the Art of Beers on Instagram Ashley gets the 12 question treatment with some interesting answers.   The post Ep – 15 – Weezie’s 12 with Florida Hop Mama appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

This week we caught up with the brothers from Free Range Brewing Jeff and Jason Alexander.  We had them on the show in the early years of Cheers Charlotte so it was time to catch and see what they have been up to the past few years in the Charlotte beer scene.  We discuss their new taproom in Camp North End, the evolution of their draft list and what's next for the brewery as we emerge from the pandemic.  Special thanks to our awesome sponsors: Queen City Podcast Network, Hopped Up Network,  Southern Strain Brewing, and Sublmnl Design. NEW! Become a Cheers Charlotte supporter by subscribing on Patreon. Click HERE. Subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and Stitcher. Call the Draft Line 515-4WE-BREW. Ask homebrew questions, tell us about beer events, or just call to rant about something. Are you on Twitter? Follow Cesar, Ford, and Jay and raise a virtual glass with us. If you like the show, please consider leaving a review on iTunes and Stitcher. Raise your glass high… Cheers, Charlotte!! The post Episode 272 – Free Range Brewing Part 2 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. Kevin Martin has been making award winning meads from home for years.  Part of the Carolina Brewmasters homebrew club his meads and ciders were always a favorite at the club meetings.  So when it came time to go pro he and some other members of the club started up Goodroad Ciderworks.  As Head of Fermentation there he oversees all things on the production side of things.  Kevin is as interesting as they get to talk with.   Enjoy his 12 answers. The post Ep – 14 – Weezie’s 12 with Kevin Martin appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We have a preview of the upcoming Hops & Smoke beer and food event coming up on April 19th at Southern Strain Brewing. We sat down with Chef Michael Bowling from Hot Box Next Level Kitchen to talk about the munchies being prepared for this special beer and food event. The crew is excited to talk with Divine Barrel’s Ben Dolphens and Bart Roberts (Southern Strain head brewer) about their special West Coast Double IPA collab they brewed for the Hops & Smoke event. The post Episode 271 – Hops & Smoke at Southern Strain appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. Rolling along in season 2 of this endeavor.  I wanted to bring on some people that work behind the bar and serve us our cocktails and pour us our beers.  So I this week I have one of my favorites, formerly of O-ku and Indaco, Larisa Yanicak is now the Beverage Director for South48.  Those are the people that do Mac's Speed Shop and Southbound.  We have a lively discussion as she answer Weezie's 12.  The post Ep – 13 – Weezie’s 12 with Larisa Yanicak appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezie’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week we go the Influencer route again with Rick Speed.  By day Rick delivers mail for the U.S Postal Service but by night he is deep into the Charlotte beer community.  Check out his Instagram at @RickSpeed  and give him a follow. The post Ep – 12 – Weezie’s 12 with Rick Speed appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

You know the deal by now, Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezies’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. This week Jason Glunt sits down with Weezie to get the 12 question treamtent.  Jason started Salud Beer Shop way back in 2013 making the shop one of the original craft beer shops in Charlotte.  A few years later he opens Salud Cerveceria, a nano brewery with a tap room upstairs from the shop.   Jason was our very first beer sponsor on Cheers Charlotte and we couldnt be more thankful for all he has done for the show.  The post Ep – 11 – Weezie’s 12 with Jason Glunt of Salud appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Deutsche Beverage Technologies is a Charlotte-based brewing equipment supply company.  Not only do they do brewing equipment but they have moved into the distillation arena with setups for distilling anything from liquor to hemp. We sat down with Fred Nixon the Northeast Sales Manager and Kenny Dahm Sales Manager to get the low down on just what this company does and how they help build the industry from right here in Charlotte.  Our special guest this week is Melissa Johnston to talk about the Pink Boots Society's upcoming collab brew day. Be sure to be on the lookout for this special beer from your favorite breweries. The post Episode 270 – Deutsche Beverage Technologies appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

You know the deal by now, Weezie’s 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you’ll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezies’s 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. Season 2 is here!  First up is Jordan Boinest of White Labs in Asheville.  Jordan has been in the beer game for quite awhile.  First working at Beech Mountain Brewing then opening Newgrass Brewing in Shelby she has since moved on to sell the most important ingredient in beer.  Yeast! As the northeast territory account manager at White Labs For season 2 Weezie switched out 2 of the questions and also allows the guest to ask one of the questions back to him at the end of the interview. Enjoy this weeks with Jordan Boinest Follow Jay on Instagram @Jaywze The post Ep – 10 – Jordan Boinest of White Labs appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

You know the deal by now, Weezie's 12 is a short form podcast by Cheers Charlotte host Jay Weezie.  Jay asks the same 12 questions to Industry, Influencers and Amateurs in the food and beverage world. Some questions are simple and some are little more thought provoking.  They all are in good fun to give you another side of the people that serve you beer, cook your food, or you follow on Instagram. In between full length episodes of Cheers Charlotte you'll get these 10-20 minute episodes of Weezies's 12.  Each week is a different person sometimes suggested by a previous guest of the show, but always someone interesting and creative. Season 1 Episode 9 - The final episode of season one and its a good one.  Jenny Sassman is the long time sales rep for Birdsong Brewing here in Charlotte.  She has been in the beer game for a long time and knows what she's talking about.  Weezie gives her the 12 question treatment. Not to mention she's Weezie's ex-girlfriend so this should be a fun conversation all around. Season 2 will start up next week with Jordan Boinest of White Labs. a few new questions come in to play and the guest is allowed to ask one question back to Weezie. Follow Jay on Instagram @JayWze The post Ep – 9 – Weezie’s 12 with Jenny Sassman appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Triple C Brewing has added a fantastic pizza truck to their brew space.  Austin Crum comes by way of Pure Pizza and he's cranking out some great pizzas, wings, and sandwiches from this truck called Izzy’s at Triple C  Also joining us is John Rankin the head brewer of Triple C Brewing. John has had the reins for a year and a half now and is doing some really great stuff since coming on board from Tampa Bay Brewing in Tampa.   The post Episode 269 – Izzy’s at Triple C appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Closing in on the end of Season 1 of Weezie's 12 we have Lindsay Hayes or better known as HoppyHayes on Instagram.  Lindsay is a relative newcomer to the Charlotte beer scene but has jumped in with both feet and made herself right at home.  Now behind the bar at Wooden Robot Brewery and helping out with their social media she is quickly becoming a figure in the Charlotte beer scene.  The post Weezie’s 12 With Lindsay Hayes AKA @HoppyHayes appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back again with another episode of Weezie's 12.  This week we highlight TJ Creighton of High Branch Brewing.  TJ was one of our earliest guests on Cheers Charlotte way back before High Branch opened their doors.  With a little experience under his belt Weezie thought he would be a good one to get the 12 question treatment.  Make the trip to Concord to go to High Branch in the Gibson Mill and I promise you wont be disappointed.  The post Weezie’s 12 with TJ Creighton appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Season 1 Episode 6 - Back again with 12 questions this time with Resident Culture's Jon Eberhart.  Jon is the sales manager at Resident Culture Brewing and a long time craft beer geek in Charlotte.  Check out Resident Cultures taproom in Plaza Midwood.  Follow Jay on Instagram @jaywze The post Weezie’s 12 with Jon Eberhart appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

This week the one and only Mikey Foster from Wooden Robot Brewing joins Jay Weezie to get the 12 question treatment.  Mikey is the salesmen extraordinaire for Wooden Robot and has been killing it since coming on a few years ago.  Make sure to subscribe, rate and review the Cheers Charlotte podcast where ever you like to get your podcasts.  Follow Jay on Instagram at @jaywze The post Weezie’s 12 with Mikey Foster appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Our #1 Super Fan Loran Sekely joins Weezie this week for Weezie's 12.  Loran has been a loyal listener since moving to Charlotte so he was first in line to represent the amateurs.   We always appreciate his honest opinion about the show and he lets it rip for this show too.  The post Weezie’s 12 with Loran Sekely appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Delighted to have Amanda from @TheArtofBeers on this week.  Amanda resides in Texas and has a great following on Instagram.  She was a great sport in answering the 12 questions in her truly honest way.  Follow Amanda on Instagram and check out her webpage here  Plenty more episodes of Weezie's 12 to come!  Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review!  The post Weezie’s 12 with @TheArtofBeers appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

On episode 2 Jay Weezie sits down with the 3rd leg of the Cheers Charlotte tripod Cesar Leyva.  Weezie gives him the same treatment Ford got.  12 questions to get his thoughts on the beer industry and life in general.   Follow Jay on social media @jaywze The post Weezie’s 12 with Cesar Leyva of Cheers Charlotte appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Jay Weezie sits down with co-founder and co-host of Cheers Charlotte for his inaugural podcast Weezie's 12.  The same 12 questions asked to movers and shakers in the beer industry to get some fun and thought-provoking answers from them. The post Weezie’s 12 with Ford Craven of Southern Strain Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re back at it from Petty Thieves Brewing with founders Ted Rosenau and Greg Calabria. We talk about the idea and fruition of one of Charlotte’s newest breweries. We talked about the inspiration of the taproom from co-founder Ted Rosenau and the beer selection from brewer Greg Calabria. Pull up a log next to the fire pit and join us for another episode of Cheers Charlotte Radio. The post Episode 268 – Petty Thieves Brewing Co. appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back on site again this week as we sit down with Todd Boerra co-founder of Fonta Flora Brewing in Morganton, NC.  We had Todd early in the days of Cheers Charlotte so we thought it was time to have him on again.  A lot has changed since that first episode so we needed an update.  We talked about his two other locations, what has changed for Fonta Flora, and what beers styles he has taken to brewing.  The post Episode 267 – Fonta Flora Brewery Optimist Hall appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The gang is back live and in person this week. We met the team at Edge City Brewery and got a behind-the-scenes look at their operation in Charlotte’s MoRa (Monroe Rd and Rama Rd). Founders and brothers, Jared and John Thomas sit with us to talk about their journey on opening a brewery in the middle of a pandemic. The taproom is open so be sure to stop by and give them a try.  We also had an old friend sit in as a special guest in this episode. Kiel Arrington joined us to talk about his current project- Vaulted Oak Brewing.  The post Episode 266 – Edge City Brewery appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re live (via recorded Zoom conversation) with Sierra Nevada Brewing’s Scott Jennings. Scott is the Head Brewer at Sierra Nevada in Mills River NC. How many Sierra Nevada Torpedos, Pale Ales, or Celebrations have you enjoyed in your beer drinking career? Well, you can thank Scott for all those wonderful taste bud experiences. Find out how Torpedo IPA got its name and many other cool facts about Sierra Nevada’s wonderful beer. Don’t forget to raise your glass high as you listen to this week’s episode!  The post Episode 265 – Sierra Nevada Brewing’s Scott Jennings appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Raise a glass with us as we chat with NC Brewers Guild Executive Director, Rich Greene. Hear from Rich about the state of the beer business as it adapts to the COVID crisis. We talk about how quarantine has impacted some of your favorite breweries. We also look ahead at the growth of the craft beer industry in North Carolina. Rich is doing great advocacy work on our taste bud’s behalf! The post Episode 264 – Executive Director Rich Greene of the NC Brewers Guild   appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re still in lockdown but this quarantine won’t stop us from reporting on the latest Charlotte craft beer news. Our good friend, Matt McKenzie, joins us to discuss the latest impact of COVID-19 and how it affects Charlotte breweries. Grab a local beer and lend us your ears.  Matt McKenzie is a craft beer writer based in Charlotte and has written for Charlotte Magazine and Charlotte Visitors Guide. The post Episode 263 – Matt McKenzie Talks COVID-19 and Charlotte Breweries appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back at it this week as we sit down with the owner and head brewer of Armored Cow Brewing in University City Andy Kalinoski.  Andy started up Armored Cow with a certain family member in mind and he’s been making some solid beers both with and without gluten.  Listen up as we taste through the gluten-free flight to give our notes.  The post Episode 262 – Armored Cow  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The gang is quarantined but that’s not stopping us from bringing you the latest in craft beer news and how it relates to the Queen City! This week’s guests include the good folks from Untapped. We hear from Greg Avola - Chief Creative Officer and co-founder- to talk about how Unttapd was born and what you can expect about everyone’s favorite beer tracking app. We also talk to Jon Dispenza and Harrison Hickok co-hosts of Drinking Socially the official Untappd Podcast. The post Episode 261 – Untappd appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

A very different episode this week.  With the country shutdown amid Coronavirus scares we stayed in Quarantine and Weezie called the guys from his house and they discuss what has happened to the Charlotte beer scene over the past few weeks since bar and restaurants have closed their doors to on-site consumption.  They also give you some stories of what local taprooms, bottles shops, and furloughed employees are doing during this time.  The post Episode 260 – Coronavirus and Beer  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We are dubbing this episode “The Smartest Brewery in Charlotte” Why you ask?   Well, two reasons 1. Joe Vogelbacher is one of 19 Master Cicerones in the country.  So we discussed the exam and just how he prepared for it. Then the brewery itself uses A.I. in the production area provided by IBM to help them with production and efficiency.  Sugar Creek Brewery is doing big things there in the LoSo neighborhood.  Plus, Melissa Bruno Johnston sits in to talk about Biere De Femme Presented by Pink Boots Society.  This year's festival takes place on March 21st at Unknown Brewery.  She fills us in on all the details.  The post Episode 259-  Sugar Creek Brewery the Smartest Brewery in Charlotte appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back this at the 9th Annual Queen City Brewers Festival benefiting Aceing Autism!  The post Episode 258 – The 2020 Queen City Brewers Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back again with our friend the Executive Director of the Queen City Brewers Festival Nils Weldy to give a preview of this year's festival.  The new location, more breweries than ever before, and food vendors from across the city.   The post Episode 257 – The 2020 Queen City Brewers Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Special thanks to The Cellar at Duckworth’s for hosting us on location this week. And a special cheers worthy thank you to Eric Gaddy of Casting Shadows Photography for capturing our episode on film. Cheers worthy thanks to The Cellar at Duckworth’s. Not only did they host us with a great location and awesome food, but they treated us with awesome bottles straight from the Cellar. Cheers! The post Episode 256- Beer End Review 2019 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back this week with our friends from Hoppin Brands.  Their latest venture Pinhouse has been open in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood for a few months and features Charlotte’s first set up for Duck Pin bowling.  Utilizing the self-pour system of beer taps in all of their locations, these guys are doing something right here in Charlotte with a few new concepts in the works.  The post Episode 255 – Pinhouse appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The Cheers Charlotte crew sat down with Mike Smoak and Andrew Viapiano, co-founders, from Middle James Brewing. Andrew is a native of South Burlington, VT.  He earned his American Brewers Craft Brewers Apprenticeship Diploma.  He was working at a Charlotte brewery when he met Mike Smoak when he won The Cheers Charlotte Capture the Crown Homebrew Competition. Give a listen and find out how Cheers Charlotte was the catalyst for this awesome brewery in Pineville.  The post Episode 254 – Middle James Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The Cheers Charlotte crew sat down with Alex Shoenthal and Tim Curtis (co-founders) of Charlotte’s latest brewery- Lower Left Brewing. We visited the taproom and toured the brewing facility and later sat with, co-founder and head brewer, Alex Shoenthal. Alex talked about what to expect from the tap list. We talked about his roots as […] The post Episode 253 – Lower Left Brewing  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Did you make it out to this year’s Piedmont Culinary Guild Farm to Fork Picnic? If not, be sure to tune in to this week’s episode. We’re joined by the PCG’s Executive Director, Kris Reed, to talk about the event and all the great things they are doing with the proceeds. We also sat down with great chefs to talk about their menu and why North Carolina ingredients are some of the best in the world. Guests include Eric Ferguson, executive chef, from Stagioni and Daniel Wheeler, executive chef from Dot Dot Dot.  The post Episode 252 – Piedmont Culinary Guild Farm to Fork Picnic appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.