The Ales and Tales Podcast

This chemistry experiment of a beer comes from Scofflaw Brewing in Atlanta.  Featuring passion fruit, orange, and guava...hence the p.o.g., this IPA AND this episode comes swinging with interesting qualities, and a little law breaking... listen in to find out!  Also find us on our instagram page or facebook page @thealesandtalespodcast to let us know if you've had it and what you think. Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

...it pairs well with....bees?!   You'll just have to listen in.   What do you think about IPA evolution?  Have they gotten too funky, or is too much of a good thing a good thing?  Check in with us on Instagram or Facebook @TheAlesAndTalesPodcast.   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

A summer sipper or smasher from Southern Grist, Chop it Up is a Brown Ale conditioned on toasted coconut, hazelnut, and cacao nibs.  If you like flavor, this one might be for you.  Listen in to find out and check in with us on Instagram or Facebook @TheAlesAndTalesPodcast to let us know what you think.  Especially if you've tried it! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

We are back in action and bringing you great things, as if in a dream....a Peach Dream (sicle).  Today we review Terrapin Beer Co.'s Peach Dreamsicle Imperial IPA.  Is it IPA?  Is it peachy?  Is it creamy?  And is it dreamy?  Listen in to find out! Check us out on instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast to let us know what you think!  Also, a 5 star review wouldn't upset us at all.  Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

So, there is a debate brewing:  some say it's better chilled, some say it should be room temp.  Everyone seems to say, it's worth checking out.  Today we pontificate and compare in this review on the Yuengling brewery's partnership with Hershey's chocolate co.  We dive into both cold and not, to give you the ultimate answers to life's important question.  Check us out on instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast to let us know which way YOU prefer!   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

This episode is short and sweet....but the beer's name sure isn't!  Take a deep breath before you read the name, and especially if you read the description on the can out loud.  It's getting toward stout season, and this was a nice way to jump in.  Check out the episode, find us on Instagram and Facebook @thealesandtalespodcast.  Let us know if you've tried it and what YOU think. Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Today's review is a berry special brew!  Founders Brewing Company's Blushing Monk is a Belgian-Style Ale fermented with pure raspberries.  (what would be impure raspberries?)  If you have friends that have trouble with the flavor of beer....this may be the answer.  Check out the episode and let us know what you think.  Find us on facebook and Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast  Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

This review features Maine Beer Company's flagship and first beer Peeper, as well as a follow up and staple with those in the know, Lunch.  Great name for a beer..."Hey, I'm going to go get some Lunch..."   Check out the episode, find us on Facebook and Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast and let us know what you think! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Squash those concerns of pumpkin beer so early in the season....listen in and see if it's worth diving into the pumpkin patch in August!  Today's review is of Blackstone Brewery Co.'s Pumpkin Ale.  Check us out on Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast or on Facebook. Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Summer is the perfect time to think about cold beer from a cold place.  Einstök comes in hot with a limited edition Arctic "Bilberry" flavored version of their white ale.  This episode, we give both of them a try...check it out and DEFINITELY check out the commercial that Ben mentions.  It's actually "Einstök: Face the Darkness."  Great commercial.  Also, please like and subscribe to the podcast to get updates, and let us know what you think.  You can find us on Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast and Facebook as well.   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Corona can't hold us down!  We finally are able to get back into the swig....I mean swing of things, and we're off to a great start with Good People Brewing Company's Muchacho!  This is their Mexican style lager, bringing us into Summer....Listen on to see how it is!  You can follow us on Instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast to leave comments.  Let us know your favorite summer lager. Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Tired of Corona?   Yeah, that's a hard joke to resist.  For this episode, we went south of the border (no not literally. Travel bans and all...) for a taste of lime and salt.  Join us for this fun episode where we check out one of Modelo's unique Chelada offerings.  Go grab one and let know what you think on our instagram or facebook page @thealesandtalespodcast.   Salud! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

From BrewDog Brewery (owners of the first Beer Hotel...sounds interesting) comes the Punk IPA.  It's can says a lot...but does the beer itself?  Listen in to find out.  Also, check out our facebook page or instagram page @thealesandtalespodcast to read the essay-sized description on the can. Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

This episode features a confusing name.  Is it a stout?  Is it really white?  Did it come from real dragons?  Listen to find out.  Dragon's Milk White Stout is a product of New Holland Brewing.  Also, subscribe to the podcast, give us a rating (top marks preferably...), and check us out on Insta or Facebook @thealesandtalespodcast to see the can and to comment! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

D9's Wild Things category of beer is pretty interesting.  The Le Peche Mode peach sour ale is just one of the unique beer offerings in that Wild Things category.  It s a wild sour ale brewed with peaches and cream.  And that's about all they say about this one.  So...we say a whole bunch more.  Check out the episode to see how it is.  Also, please subscribe and give us a rating!  Check out @thealesandtalespodcast on insta and facebook for a picture of the bottle (in case you want to go find it) and let us know what you think! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Today we have a guest joining us for our review of Bell's Expedition Stout, one of the earliest examples of Russian Imperial Stouts in the United States.  Lots of stuff going on.  Christopher Walken joins briefly.....maybe.... to help out with the episode.  Subscribe to get notified when we post new episodes, and give us a review (a 5 star review preferably)!  Also check us out on insta and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast to see the bottle in case you want to go beer hunting....a beer expedition! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Today's podcast:  the Sun King Brewery's IPA or as it says on the can, SKBIPA.  Listen in to see how it is!   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Supergroup, Saison du Buff (Stone Brewery, Victory Brewing, and Dogfish Head Craft Brewery) collaborated to produce this "herbaceous" ale.  Lets see just how it is!  Check us out on Facebook and Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast     Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

A big shout out and thanks to an awesome friend, Anthony!  He got us something fun to try out:  New Anthem Beer Project's Kill the Headlights IPA.   New Anthem is located in Wilmington, NC, and it's worth checking out their website....they've got a ton of different beers on there.  One heck of a project!  Check out this episode to hear what we thought, and don't forget to find us on Instagram and Facebook to let us know what YOU think.  @thealesandtalespodcast   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

To ring in the new year, let's go for something different...some honey wine.  Moonlight Meadery's Thirteen5 New England Style Honey Apple Wine.  It's kind of like beer, but not really.  Check out the episode to see if it is something you would try.  Please subscribe and give us a 5 star review!  Also check us out on instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud    

It's a Christmas Two-Fer....Great Lakes Brewing's Dortmunder and Christmas Ale.  Listen on, and you'll understand the title.  Great Lakes Brewing is out of Cleveland, OH, and they come swinging in with their flagship "Dort."  Big shout out to Erik for recommending and getting these to us for the show! Please subscribe and give us a 5 star rating!  Also, check us out and comment on instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast ! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Rated as one of the "best beers in the world" by Beer Advocate, with a score of 99, St. Bernardus comes in swinging for the title.  Check out the episode and see what we think.  Then go get some and see what YOU think! Check us out and comment on instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast ! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Today we review Yazoo Brewery's Foeder Beer.  Pronounced FOOD-er.  Check it out and follow us on facebook and instagram @thealesandtalespodcast Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Our review of Nashville's Hollow Pointe Brewery's first release, the Schlossbier Munich Dunkel.  Might just be worth the trip to Nashville to grab some....listen and find out!   Find us on Facebook and Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast, and let us know if you are a fan of Dunkels, or German beer in general...Ja oder nein? Prost! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Hey everyone, it's time for a double episode.  We check out both Nashville's Tailgate Brewery's Peanut Butter Milk Stout and their Imperial Peanut Butter Milk Stout.  Fun beers to review!  If you get the chance, check out the artwork for the Imperial.  Funny stuff!  Also, check us out on Instagram and facebook @thealesandtalespodcast Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

A declaration of independent ale!  If you like beer aged in whiskey barrels...or, even if you don't...give this one a try.  We sit down and ramble over this very tasty ale.  Let us know what you think on our facebook page and on instagram @thealesandtalespodcast Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Pumpkin for daaaaaaaaaaaaaays!  It's Fall, so of course everything must include pumpkin.  Cookies, Pies, Beer, and even...thoothpaste?....good grief.  In this double episode, we review Southern Tier Brewing Company's Pumpking Imperial Ale and their limited Warlock Imperial Pumpkin Stout.  If you are a fan of this season and it's bright orange harbinger...this is the episode for you! Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

The title just about says it all!  Founders does some interesting stuff.  Grumpy old ale with a sweet side.  Check it out!  Also, find us on Facebook and Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Ben, Andy, and I sit down for fun times with Jeff and Pat of Various Artists Brewing to learn about them....and to try some of their beer selections.  Great people, inviting environment, and, well...listen on to hear about the beer! Check them out if you are in Nashville, whether local or passing through.  Find them on instagram @variousartistsbrewing and at www.variousartistsbrewing.com  

Sounds like a crazy hobo breakfast recipe!  Rusty Rail Brewing's Waffle Sauce is a Maple Pecan Imperial Brown Ale...There's a lot going on there.  Sweet and Savory and pretty wild (and the beer is pretty good too).  Shout out to Ric - thanks for sending this one buddy!    Check us out on Instagram and Facebook @thealesandtalespodcast.  Let us know your thoughts! Music artist:  https//twitter.com/joakimkarud 

MMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmm.....Salt.   ?!  Let us know what you guys think of Gose beer on our Instagram page @thealesandtalespodcast.  Enjoy and stay salty!   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Whew!  This was an intensely unique one!  Spoiler alert...I have grown to love this beer and go back to it often.  But, man, it was a journey to get to this point, as you will hear.  Check us out on Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast for pics.  Let us know what you think!  We hope some of you try these beers and give us your opinions.   Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud  

Check us out on Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast for pics of reviews!  Let us know what you think.  Send us some requests for review....or send us some beer!  (We'd be ok with that too!) Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud

Our first episode!  Bear with us, as this was early in our recording/podcasting experience...otherwise known as "none." First up is 4 Sons Brewing with their O'Sonset Irish Red Ale, followed by the Lagunitas Cappuccino Stout.  Check us out on Instagram @thealesandtalespodcast for pictures of the beers we review.  Feel free to message us with suggestions and to let us know what you think.  Music Artist: https://twitter.com/joakimkarud