Cold Brew Podcast - Craft Beer Reviews & News

Greg drinks and reviews a session IPA from Tombstone Brewing (Tombstone, AZ). The he sits down and talks with Daniel, co-owner of Sana Sana Cerveceria. The talk about where Daniel is from, how he got into craft beer, where he learned to brew beer, and how Sana Sana came to be. Recorded June 8, 2025 at Sana Sana Cerveceria915 N 4th St. Phoenix, AZ

Greg talks with the team from Oro Brewing (Mesa, AZ) and Golden Oak BBQ (Phoenix, AZ). Jesse is the head brewer at Oro Brewing. Chris is co-owner of Golden Oak, and Grant is the director of operations for both places. We talk about, you guessed it, Beer & BBQ. Recorded June 8, 2025 at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ)

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review (4:45) beers from La Cumbre Brewing (Albuquerque, NM) and Line 51 Brewing (Oakland, CA). In our Beer News (14:04), we talk about slow pour beers having a small push, and about Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offering free beer this summer. For or Cöld Brüe List (27:00), Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the summer blockbuster slate of movies. We rate our beers on Untappd (47:07). In our Drunken Shenanignas (50:46), Greg talks about the dining experience at the theater in Fat Cats, and then complains about the worst variety pack of hazy IPA's he's had in a long time. (Recorded June 7, 2025)

Greg, Sorcerer Chromatic, and Will Waltheresen (@Willambicus) recap their time at Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival. What beers they liked, which breweries were memorable, and to end it all...sports! haha Recorded May 31, 2025

Greg (going solo) drinks and reviews the most popular beer from Evil Twin (New York, NY). He then finishes the list Sorcerer Chromatic started from the last episode of the beer vendors who will be at this year's Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest on May 31, 2025 in Paso Robles, CA.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Greenwood Brewing (Phoenix, AZ) and Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA). After a couple of quick Beer News story, Sorcerer Chromatic rundown the first half of the list on Beer Vendors at this year's Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest on May 31st, 2025 in Paso Robles, CA. Recorded May 19, 2025

Greg talks with Matt Brown, owner of Tombstone Brewing, about the City of Tombstone, opening a brewery with an iconic name, their three locations in Tombstone, Phoenix, and Sierra Vista, and of course beer. Recorded at Tap That Downtown, 909 5th St. Phoenix, AZ

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (3:20) Belgian beers brewed by monks. In the Beer News (13:10), Greg goes over some of the Brewers Association award winners at the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference. For the Cöld Brüe list, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the 2025 inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. (Recorded May 10, 2025)

Greg & Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (3:43) from Founders Brewing (Grand Rapids, MI). In our Beer News (13:17), we talk about Sierra Nevada's Pale Bock, this year's World Beer Cup, and bid adieu to two bay area breweries. For our Cöld Brüe List (28:36), we rundown the fastest times the winner of the Kentucky Derby finished the race. And in our Drunken Shenanigans (46:37), we talk a little about baseball and Greg talks about drinking at Knott's Berry Farm. (Recorded 5-04-2025)    

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review (2:36) beers from Catalyst Crafted Ales (Tempe, AZ) and Boomtown Brewery (Los Angeles, CA). In our Beer News, we talk about the one and only microbrewery in the British Virgin Islands (10:49) as well as the change Sierra Nevada is making to its iconic Pale Ale (15:10). For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the top reaches of the 2025 NFL draft (19:03) We rate our beers on Untappd (37:51) And in our Drunken Shenanigans (40:17), we talk about baseball, Knotts Berry Farm, and Santa Monica, CA. Recorded April 27, 2025.

Greg & Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (3:02) from Stone Brewing (Escondido, CA) and Anderson Valley Brewing (Boonville, CA). In our Beer News, we talk about the new Millers/Pringles collab crisps (16:53). And we talk about Costco's Beer collab with Deschutes (20:51). For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic rundown the top 15 matches at Wrestle Mania. We rate our beers from Stone and Anderson Valley (53:05) In our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss Corona Sunbrew (57:17) and Easter (60:03). (Recorded 4/20/2025)

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (3:25) from Boneyard Beer (Bend, OR) and Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA). In our Beer News, we talk about Miller's vinyl LP (11:46), mixing 7Up and beer (15:26), and two Utah beer brands moving out of state (20:41). In our Cöld Brüe List, We rundown the top rap duos of all time (23:06) We review our beers (53:33). And in our Drunken Shenanigans (57:30), we discuss the fall of Floyd Mayweather. Recorded April 13, 2025

Drunk Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Cerebral Brewing (Denver, CO) and Lagunitas Brewing (Petaluma, CA). In our Beer News, we have two stories. The first is about the Beer Can Tax and tariffs. The Second is about a new Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. For our Cöld Brüe List we drink Ice drinks, Sorcerer Chromatic runsdown the Top Ten Val Kilmer Movies. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about torpedo bats and San pedro Square in downtown San Jose, CA.   Recorded April 6, 2025

Greg talks with Daniel Topczewski Craft Consultant from Mother Road Brewing (Flagstaff, AZ). They talk about Daniel's journey through craft beer working at breweries and taprooms up in Wisconsin to his move down to Arizona and Mother Road in January 2024. Greg and Daniel also talk about baseball and his stint as a batboy for the Milwaukee Brewers.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink (2:35) and review (45:30) beers from Spyglass Brewing - Nashua, NH and Epidemic Ales - Concord, CA. In our Beer News, we talk about Domestic Beer vs American Beers at ballparks (15:31) and a New York Brewery giving away free beer, but there's a catch (25:50). For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down some of the more eccentric brewery names (30:08). And in our drunken Shenanigans, we talk about the Athletics, golf, and college hoops (48:48). Recorded on March 30, 2025

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and reviews beers from Rogue Ales (Newport, OR) and Dortmund Actien-Brauerei (Dortmund, Nodrhein-Westfalen, Germany) (4:22) In our Beer News, we discuss Detroit's first black-owned brewery, Roar Brewing (11:45). And we discuss the possibility that gentrification helped then hurt craft breweries (16:40) Our Cöld Brüe List is about Six New Beer Trends for 2025 (23.37) And in our Drunken Shenanigans (41:32), Greg talks about Top Golf, getting stood up, and Sana Sana Cerverceria. Recorded March 23, 2025.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review coffee beers from XII West Brewing (Gilbert, AZ) and Laughing Monk Brewing (San Francisco, CA). In our Beer News, we have two stories. The first is about tariffs driving up the price of beer. the second is about AB-InBev serving a Cease & Desist to Ultra Right Beer. Our Cöld Brüe List is about the 2025 NFL Free Agency. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, Greg talks about the olfactory assault he had this past weekend.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review Rad Little Thing by Sierra Nevada Brewing (Chico, CA), where East Coast meets West Coast. In our Beer News, we talk about the inaugural class of the Craft Beer Hall of Fame. For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic gives us beer & pie pairings for you to try on National Pie Day, March 14th. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, we have our usual banter.

This week Greg recorded from Brews with the Bravest charity event in Goodyear, AZ at Saddle Mountain Brewing Company. Greg talked with owner of Saddle Mountain Brewing Laura Hansen (5:36), Arizona craft beer and food influencer @charlie_craft_chonicles (25:38), Jeff, assistant brewer) from Smelter Town Brewing (53:16), and Goodyear Firefighter Lou Bega (1:12:22).   Recorded March 2, 2025

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review different vintages of Parabola by Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA). In our Beer News, we discuss how many beers is too many at a beer festival. And, is craft beer in a lull? For our Cöld Brüe List, we list the Top Ten college football recruits for the 2025 NFL Draft. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss SNL 50th and touch on the NBA All-Star...thing.  

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA). In our Beer News, we discuss the latest Pink Boots Society beer. For our Cöld Brüe List, we list the best beers for Valentine's Day. In our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss the Super Bowl.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Firestone Walker's Vintage series from 2017 & 2022. In our Beer News, we talk bout a brewery for sale in Michigan, and why people don't drink beers in television commercials. For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic previews the new coaches who qualify for next season's Coaches Corner. Finally, we end the show with our thoughts on the Super Bowl, and a major beer announcement.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Wren House Brewing (Phoenix, AZ) and Oakland United Beerworks (Oakland, CA). In our Beer News, we talk about a new beer style born in Utah (of all places) For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down some of the most unique beer names available in the US. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about the blockbuster Mavericks/Lakers trade and place a bet on the Super Bowl.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Spoetzel Brewery (Shiner, TX) and Morgan Territory Brewing (Tracy, CA). We also pop open a second beer, different from our respective first beers, but the same as each other from Samuel Adams (Boston, MA). We have our usual segments; Beer News, Cöld Brüe List, and Drunken Shenanigans.

This year's 4th Annual Copper State Beer Fest was biggest and best yet! More beer vendors, more food trucks, more market vendors, and more activities. Luckily, I did not have any technical difficulties. I had the good fortune to talk with John, the social media director from Saddle Mountain Brewing. I also talked with two festival goers at two different points of the event. Lots of fun had by all. Recorded 1/18/2025 @ Copper State Beer Fest at Riverview Park in Mesa, AZ.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Alvarado Street Brewery (Monterey, CA) and Cellarmaker Brewing (Oakland, CA). In the Beer News, we discuss whether the heat Hulk Hogan received was real or not when he pitched his Real American Beer on RAW's Netflix debut. Sorcerer Chromatic wraps up his Coaches Corner for the 2024 NFL regular season.  

Greg is joined by Rachel (@brews.with.beerkowski) and Nate (@boozyscientist) to drink and discuss Nate's home-brew called Blood of Sekhmet. Then Rachel tells us the story of the Egyptian Goddess Sekhmet and how she became associated with Nate's beer.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from New Glarus Brewing (New Glarus, WI) and AleSmith Brewing (San Diego, CA). In the Beer News, we pay tribute former president Jimmy Carter's help in starting the home brewing culture in the US, which eventually lead to the craft beer industry. For or Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down our Top Ten rated beer we had on the show in 2024. During our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about each of our Christmases and New Year's Eves.

Greg meets up with Jared Thorn; cider maker, golfer, natural podcaster, from  Six Byrd Cider (Phoenix, AZ). They talk about the Jared and his cousins' journey from sweeping the floors of a furniture manufacturing factory to making hard cider.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Beer Zombies Brewing Co. (Las Vegas, NV) and Ridgeway Brewing (South Stoke, Oxfordshire England). Beer News Sorcerer Chromatic gives us his third installment of Coaches Corner 2024. Spoiler Alert: There's a new addition. Drunken Shenanigans

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and beers from Pueblo Vida Brewing (Tucson, AZ) and 903 Brewers (Sherman, TX) In the Beer News, the guys talk about why Guinness is seeing a resurgence and the latest smell from Miller High Life. For the Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic gives a run down of California breweries that closed in 2024. In their Drunken Shenanigans, Sorcerer Chromatic talks about his latest visit to Disneyland with the fam, and Greg talks about a slight overlook he had the last 14 months.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review a 2018 Goose Island Bourbon County Brand Stout (Chicago, IL) and a 2017 Firestone Walker Parabola (Paso Robles, CA). In the Beer News, the guys talk about the latest (and greatest?) gimmick from Miller Brewing. In the Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Twenty Beer Bars in the US. During Drunken Shenanigans, they talk a little bout their Thanksgiving, Moana 2 (No Spoilers), college football flag planting, and a wee bit about the NFL.

A.I. Experiment Part 2 Join us this week on the Cold Brew Podcast as we dive into some exciting topics. We'll kick things off with a savory beer review segment, where we sip and critique some delectable brews, including the much-talked-about Costco brand Kirkland Barrel Age Beer. Is it worth the hype? Tune in to find out! In our "Cold Brew List" segment, we shift gears and explore the top 10 box office bombs starring none other than Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. With his latest flick, "Red One," making headlines for all the wrong reasons, we're taking a nostalgic look back at some of his less successful ventures. And of course, no episode is complete without a bit of drunken shenanigans. This time, we're lamenting over our beloved 49ers' disappointing season and giving a heartfelt shoutout to the legendary Jumbo Joe Thornton. Make sure to follow us on Untappd and Instagram to keep up with all things Cold Brew. Plus, we have an exciting special interview lined up with Wyatt Wilson from Pinnacle Beer Company, which you won't want to miss!

Greg talks with Wyatt Wilson from Pinnacle Brewing Co. (Scottsdale, AZ) at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ). Wyatt talks about his beer education, breweries he worked at, opening Pinnacle, what he looks to for the future of Pinnacle Brewing, and how he may have a social life again someday. (Recorded November 3, 2024)

Below is an AI generated description. Cöld Brüe is spelled wrong and we love that LT is "delightful"   Welcome to another exciting episode of the Cold Brew Podcast! This week, hosts Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic are joined by the delightful LT from the Fresno Faction. Dive into a vibrant discussion featuring reviews of delicious craft beers and some entertaining, semi-drunk shenanigans. Tune in as they explore the latest in beer news, including a rundown of the latest Bourbon County brand stout variants. The hosts share their thoughts on these enticing brews, providing an insightful commentary on the ones that stand out. Transitioning from beer to sports, enjoy a spirited discussion about football, focusing particularly on their beloved 49ers. Who's performing, who's not, and what's in store for their season? Adding a heartwarming touch, LT shares the joyous news of becoming a grandfather, and the crew reflects on family, kids, and more. Don't forget to follow them on Untappd and Instagram for the latest updates and more delightful discussions. Cheers to another week of Cold Brewed conversations!

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Phoenix, AZ and Bend, Or. In the Beer News, they discuss non-alcoholic beer vs alcohol-free beer. The Greg reads an article about a new Tom Holland N/A beer brand. For the Cöld Brüe list, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top 21 Christmas Movies by box office gross. In our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss football. Big surprise!

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Fort Collins, CO and Oakland, CA. In our Beer News, we talk about Wrexham FC, and beer that's not beer, but it used to be. Sorcerer Chromatic gives us the second update for our 2024 Coaches Corner. In our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about Halloween and which candies our kids like. We also raise a glass to Teri Garr.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Murrieta, CA and Denver, CO. In our Beer News, we talk about beer that's actually not beer, but beer adjacent. And we also talk about a Hip-Hop Beer Festival in Kansas City, MO (of all places). In our Cöld Brüe list, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Ten Pumpkin Beers in the U.S. Finally, in our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about Halloween movies, scary movies, Beeteljuice Beetlejuice, and a splash of football.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from München, Bayern Germany. We present the 5th Annual Besties, where we give medals for the best names out of the medal winners at GABF. Sorcerer Chromatic also lists the top beer from each state.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Bayern Germany. The guys go over some of the medal winners from the 2024 Great American Beer Festival. Then Sorcerer Chromatic gives us an update on the new NFL coaches in his Coaches Corner.

Greg drinks and reviews a beer from Freising, Bayern Germany. In the Beer News, he talks about most of the top rated beers, per Beer Advocate, from each state. He focuses on the ones he's tried or widely popular. Also in the Beer News, he talks about the Coors and Wrangler collaboration, Beer Wash Jeans. Finally, he talks a little about football. Short and sweet show.

Greg is going solo, drinking a beer from Tempe, AZ named after another part of the valley. In the Beer News, he talks about British Pints being too big for their own good. In his Drunken Shenanigans, he talks bout Throne Brewing's questionable behavior and Week 4 in the NFL.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Monterey, CA and Chico, CA. In our Beer News we discuss some things you can expect if you were to go to Oktoberfest in München, Germany. Our Cöld Brüe List consists of the ten oldest breweries in Germany. In our Drunken Shenanigans, Greg talks about going to a friend's Oktoberfest party in Phoenix, AZ.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Gilbert, AZ and Chico, CA. In the Beer News, we talk about logos on pint glasses, Weathered Souls, and TNT beer. Our Cöld Brüe List ranks the Top Ten Mexican Beers. In our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss football, Irish/Scottish surnames, and our kids.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Phoenix, AZ and Corrales, NM. In the Beer News, there is a story about space beer and a partnership between a craft brewery and an NFL team. For our Cöld Brüe List, we ringback our annual Coach's Corner where we acknowledge the new NFL head coaches and start keeping track of their Win/Loss records.

Greg and Amanda rank all the Friday the 13th Movies from worst to first!

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Norman, OK and Alameda, CA. It's the annual NFL Predictions show where we predict the winners and losers of all eight divisions, which teams will squeak into the playoffs, and which team will get the coveted Bye Week.

Greg has a sit down with Will and Alex from Catalyst Crafted Ales (Tempe, AZ). They talk about beer, brewing, their first few months at Catalyst, what to expect in the next few months, and football. Recorded August 4, 2024 at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ)

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and reviews beers from Norma, OK and Alameda, CA. In our Beer News, we talk about a new law in New York that benefits breweries. In our Cöld Brüe List, we rank the Top 15 casinos in Las Vegas, NV. During our Drunken Shenanigans, Sorcerer Chromatic talks about his first time at Allegiant Stadium.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Greely, CO and Paso Robles, CA. In the Beer News we talk about Tilray buying beer brands from Molson/Coors. For our Cöld Brue List, we rundown the Mount Rushmore of Breweries from world renowned beer experts. And during our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss the HBO series Hard Knocks, and our kids.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Scottsdale, AZ and Bellingham, WA. In our Beer News, we have a plethora of small stories. Our Cöld Brüe List is one that Victor & Jeffro, two of the breakdancing competitors representing the USA, created of their favorite songs to dance to. And in our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss the Australian dancer Raygun, spending time at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and the last episode of House of the Dragon.