What’s Hoppening Texas

Janie and Vincent visit Big Country Organic Brewing Company in Austin/Pflugerville. We sat down with Dan the Head Brewer and Ryan the President. The tap room is really great and what they are doing is amazing. Big Country has a lot of events and is a great family/date spot. We talk about brewing organic, fair trade, and all things Big Country. Crack one open and take a listen. If you are in the area or visiting check them out. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

What's Hoppening Texas visited Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches in East Austin. Vincent and Janie sit down with head brewer Ryan at Batch. Such a cozy amazing spot with great coffee, kolaches, and Amazing beer! New food truck on site and something for everyone. Crack one open and take a listen as we get to know Batch better. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

*update* dropped two days early!! Janie and Vincent stop by their nearest Pinthouse to enjoy some TASTY beers including: Magical Pils, Buddy's Lager, Old Beluga, Perennial Produce, Cozy Places, Weather Light, Blind Jake, Winter Warmer, Electric Jellyfish and Nomura Imperial Jellyfish! We chat beer, happenings, holidays, and more! Crack a beer open and give a listen - and go support your local brewery! Cheers y'all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent visit Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches and taste nearly the whole tap wall! Tasty beers, great food, great venue with lots of events as well. Crack one open and we if we try anything y'all fancy then stop by and say hello to the great team at Batch! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent ditch the kids with our parents and venture to Farmers Branch to pick up beer and do a review! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie & Vincent stop by @indybrewing Independence Brewing taproom @indybrewing_taproom and check out their newest brown ale release and review the tap wall! Amy Cartwright pops by and says “hello” too! Portable microphones, apologizes for any bad sound. We cover the Austin closing of Oskar Blues , DFW Breweries, and enjoy the Day of The Dead Celebration! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent and Janie check out Texas Craft Brewers Festival 2023! What a Festival! Just a hodgepodge mix of short takes, hope it doesn't suck! Cheers! Thank you to all who enjoyed this Festival. Crack one open and enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent test out some new microphones and review some local and non-local Oktoberfest beers. Let us know your favorites! Prost! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent sit down at Circle Brewing in Austin, Texas with Hannah the Marketing Director to talk about beer, new location, events and more! They have an amazing new location in Elgin. Definitely come check out either location crack one open and take a listen! Cheers guys! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie, Vincent, and Anthony review 10 tasty beers from Live Oak Brewing taproom! The taproom is In beautiful East Austin. Wonderful staff and great location. We really enjoyed tasting all the beers! Crack one open and cheers!

Janie and Vincent travel to North Austin to visit the local brewery Slackers Brewing Company, to talk about their journey, raising a family and of course: BEER! We love how inclusive Slackers Brewing is. The menu , the food, and the people are amazing! Crack one open and take a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent meet up with guest host Anthony at Lazarus new location off Airport. We have the pleasure of interviewing Tap room manager Eva and Head brewer Cosimo. The beers are delicious and their new space is very special: crack one open and take a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent visit Austin Homebrewers Kris and Amber, have some beverages and hear all about this amazing endeavor! Super awesome Homebrew and Dive Garten with new things to come. Crack one open and listen to the plans coming to be. Follow these two on Instagram to stay up to date on all things Lass Haus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent visit Oddwood Brewing in Austin. Oddwood is a beautiful brewery with pizza, an arcade, and an awesome food truck. We sat down with Head Brewer Cory and discuss all things beer and Oddwood. They have a fall festival this Sunday 10/30! Crack one open and take a listen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent sit down at the Fast Friends Beer Company construction site with Director of Brewing operations , Keith and Head Brewer Luke. We discuss all the things coming to be at the new brewery and sample some local beers. This was our first interview with a brewery under construction. We are so excited for Fast Friends Beer Co to open. Great space, great people, and soon to be great food! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent visit Red Horn Brewing and talk with co-founders Chad, co-founder/director of brewing Zack, and marketing guru Michael. We talk all things Red Horn! Super great times! Crack one open and take a listen to this interview at their newest location. Happy 17th Anniversary to co-Founder Chad and his wife Kasey! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent, Janie and Anthony visit Hi Sign Brewing in their new location and try 9 delicious beers. The new location is beautiful and the staff was amazing. Crack one open and take a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We visit Independence Brewing Company to do a review and we get Amy Cartwright, owner/found to come on!!! Take a listen as we hear the story of Independence Brewing in the early days and now. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We review Spindletap Brewery Summer Sizzle, Hops Drop DIPA, Pinthouse Island Kitty, Pinthouse Training Bines, False Idol Brewing Dynamic Duo, False Idol The Multiverse, False Idol Vecna Imperial Stout, and False Idol Helm of Awe Barrel Aged Imperial Stout. Crack one open and enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent and Janie review at Zilker brewing in Austin, TX. We had the pleasure of fellow beer lovers Sara and Anthony being on. It was a wild night in Austin with a packed tap room, but we had a lot of fun. Zilker Brewing's beer was so delicious! If you get a chance come check them out or crack one open and give us a listen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent and Jane trek to East Austin to talk with Blue Owl Brewing with Co-Owner Jeff! We had an amazing time and drank some outstanding beers. Please, crack one open and take a listen. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent venture just north of Austin (Cedar Park) to visit a great brewery, Whitestone Brewery! Stephen, Kevin and Eddie join us and it was a blast! Great beers, great food, great scene, great atmosphere! Check out the new location next month in Liberty Hill! Crack one open and take a listen. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

After some back and forth with the Founders, Vincent and Jane meet up with Will, Mike, Adam and Mike of Austin Beerworks! We share some beers, some stories and much more! Crack one open and take a listen! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent do a review of 512 Brewing! We have a great time and discuss the new upcoming interviews! Crack one open and take a listen! Cheers! Beers: 512 Brewing Company EZ Gose it 512 Brewing Company Parasol 512 Brewing Company Burst IPA american IPA 512 Brewing Company IPA 512 Brewing Company Pecan Porter 512 Brewing Company Double Pecan Porter Coffee 512 Brewing Company Double Pecan Porter Maple Bourbon Barrel --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Janie and Vincent just moved to Austin! They sit down and review 8 different Austin Beerworks beers! Pearl Snap German-style Pilsner Heizenberg Kristall weizen  Peacemaker Golden Ale Fire Eagle American IPA Flavor Country Hoppy Pale Ale (American Pale Ale) Bloodwork Orange American IPA with Blood Oranges Invisible Hands Hazy IPA  Megaflora Juicy DIPA Super delicious! Crack one open and join us! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Jane and Vincent are leaving for ATX!! Abel and Home brewer Bobby Magic host a send off episode! Several DFW brews from our various fridges! I hope you enjoy and we will see you soon! Cheers!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent return from their break with an episode at Four Bullets Brewery in Richardson, TX. We sit down with co-owners Jeff and Drew, Brewer Doug, and Sales and Marketing Head Cheyenne. We had such a wonderful time! We talk about the new small batch system, events, on site Food Truck, snacks, and much more. Please, join us for this great episode. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent went to Lakewood Brewing in Garland, TX. We review a couple flights. There are some awesome beers at the brewery. Come on out and check them out! Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We visit Odd Muse to drink some of their tasty beers on draft and we get a sneak/surprise drop in from Head Brewer Bobby Diaz who shares a tasty beer for this weekend's 2 year anniversary party! Crack one open and cheers! Come on down to the Anniversary if you have a chance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We sat down with Dee Dee (Beer Geek Lady Boss) and Jason (Homebrewer) in Rockwall at Beer Geeks .We drank some great beers and chat about many great things! Seriously, geeky and beautiful bottle shop. If you need a gift for a friend or yourself, Beer Geeks is your spot. Great Merch, awesome beers, and great glassware. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We meet up with the Allen Home Brew group and have a guest host, Bobby Magic featuring Matty K and Sucka MC Brewery -- so much fun! Crack one open and learn more about home brewing. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent headed to Celestial Beerworks in Dallas, TX. We tried all the beers on the board plus 2 more. Celestial makes some of the best beers and we tried a Pilsner, Berliner Weisse, stouts, many hazy IPA's, plus more. Crack one open and join us on our tasting adventure. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We venture over the bridge and water (moat) to Rockwall and visit Siren Rock Brewing Company and sit down with Eva Cannon (owner/VP of marketing) and Hayes Cooper (head brewer/VP of production) and talk about their origin story, great beers and much more to come from their up and coming brewery in downtown Rockwall! Please give this brewery a visit it is gorgeous! Give @sirenrockbrewing a follow! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Janie, and Vincent sit down with GABF gold medal winners Art, Peter, and Jacob of Westlake Brewing Company. Aka, home of Peter's Porter. We discuss the winning, the new system, and the new assistant brewer. Crack one open and listen along! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

We met with Owner/Brewer James and server/social media mogul Cristin to talk about the great brewery in Roanake, Soul Fire Brewing. We had some delicious beers, wonderful time, and discussed all things Roanoke! The events we cover are ; Wed-Trivia , Fri-Karaoke, Sat- Live Music , Sun- Music Bingo starting 10/10, 10/2 is the Northlake Neighbor Run, 10/9 is the Homebrew competition and Celebrate Roanoke, 10/16 2 year anniversary !! Crack one open and take a listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Jacob, Lindsay, and Dan join us for an interview at their new location on Lemmon in Dallas. Awesome, brewpub right by Dallas Love Field in Dallas. They have delicious food and amazing beers local and brewed on location. Crack one open and join us for this special episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

After a month off we resume recording at Odd Muse and have a drop in from head brewer Bobby! We review almost everything on their board, we discuss collabs, new releases, and what we have been up to. Please, reach out to us on Instagram and please subscribe. Welcome back to Season 5 and Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent went to Farmers Branch to visit the newly opened Cedar Creek Brewhouse & Eatery. We met with the co-owner Jeff formerly of our favorite Craft Beer Bar Luck. The great minds and talents of Luck's kitchen and love of craft beer melded with the owner Jim of Cedar Creek to open this new Brewhouse and eatery. They have guest beers on, Cedar Creek Beers, and a full bar. Also, the menu is crazy amazing. Crack one open and join us on this episode. Please subscribe and leave us a review. If you are in the area give @cedarcreekbrewhousems a visit! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent get together and review several beer from Jerry's haul in MI, Odd Muse new collab with Vector, and Oak Cliff's soon to release Bourbon Barrel aged stout! Crack one open and enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent go to 3Nations Brewing to interview the Symbol Brewing Team! We talk all things Symbol, collabs, anniversaries, and more! Such a fun episode with the hilarious Harris (Tyler) and outrageously funny Sunnye. Crack one open and join us! If you can, please come celebrate 3Nations Brewing and Symbol Brewing this weekend 6/19 for their 6th Anniversary Party! Cheers!

We have wanted to sit down with Oak Cliff Brewing for a long time! Abel, Jane , and Vincent sit down with the director of sales , Matt. We discus new and upcoming, and get to know the brewery. Crack one open and get to know the great folks at Oak Cliff Brewing. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent do a review at Odd Muse Brewing Company in Farmers Branch, TX. We try Weathered Souls and some New New from Odd Muse. It has been a bit since we did a review. Crack one open and cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent meet with Tim and Brian from Ash & Ember Brewing in Cedar Hill, Texas. We have a wonderful time with these entertaining guys. They have great beer in traditional styles. Crack one open and give us a listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent, Jane, and Abel sit down with Al the Brewer from I know Nothing About Beer! We dive into local Texas beer, the new podcast, the YouTube channel, and craft beer in general! We have a little snafu where Vincent is referencing another podcast. What can we say it is Vincent's Birthday interview! Crack one open, give us a follow, give Al a follow, and support local beer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent sit down with Rick Owner/founder of Lonestar Beverages and Taps and Caps. We had a super fun time and the Rick is super knowledgeable and hilarious. If you are craftbeer nerd and lover this episode is for you. Please give them a visit and crack one open and enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Sean Cooley and Wade Wadlington of Division Brewing! Abel, Jane, and Vincent take a trip to Arlington, Texas. We had great conversation and great beers. Division has a super cool record store , The Growl. Many reasons to listen and take a trip to see these awesome people. Drink local and craft! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent, Jane, and Abel make a trip to Fort Worth to interview up and coming brewery, Neutral Ground Brewing . Stan (brewer/owner ) and Sean (owner/assistant brewer) give a great interview! We discuss home brewing, new releases, fav styles, and all things NGBC. This brewery is still waiting on their tanks due to Covid and is currently open Friday and Saturday. Their beer styles were spot on and they are worth the drive. Crack one open, take a listen, and check out Neutral Ground Brewing Company! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Vincent, Jane, and Abel visit Wild Acre Brewing Company and talk all things beer with Jarrod, Healy, and John. We share many beers and stories. We have such a great time out in Fort Worth, Texas. Crack one open and take a listen! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Jane and Vincent did a drop in on Peter at Westlake Brewing Company. Peter is releasing an awesome style , cold IPA. Crack one open and listen to these new beers releasing. This episode was completely off the cuff. We just used anchor on our phone and recorded all of Peter's craftbeer nerdy. The sound is not our normal, so you may have to crank it up. I hope you enjoy! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent go on down to Brutal Beerworks in North Richland Hills, Texas to share some beers with owners Eric and Jason. We have way to much fun and may even shotgun a beer at the end! Crack one open and take a listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support

Abel, Jane, and Vincent take a trip so Arcade 92 in the heart of Mckinney, TX. We sit down with bar manager Brandon and Owner Michael. Just a warning for all of you craft beer nerds this episode is heavy on the gaming! We get arcade nerdy with craft beer , but we will be back to our usual next week. Check them out @arcade92 ! Cheers! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatshoppeningtexas/support