Podcasts about Brewers Association

May is mild month, so this week's episode features a panel on traditional English styles recorded at Little Beer V, the great festival hosted by Good Word Brewing in Duluth, GA. It's moderated by Don Tse and features a trio of knowledgeable brewers. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.

Brewers Association (BA) president and CEO Bart Watson entered the Brewbound Podcast studio last week fresh off stage from giving his State of the Industry speech at the 2025 Craft Brewers Conference (CBC).   Watson discussed key takeaways from his speech, including why the 4% volume decline for craft last year wasn't everyone's experience, as 43% of craft breweries found growth last year.   “You can have a number where yes, the middle it is negative, but there's still lots of people on the positive side,” Watson explained during a conversation with Brewbound's Jess Infante and Justin Kendall on the Brewbound Podcast.   Watson also discussed why the growing number of closures has hit the long-tail of craft breweries – those making fewer than 500 barrels of beer – the hardest.    “Running a small business is hard,” Watson said. “They're just on the smallest line of, ‘OK, the landlord changes the rent when our lease is up.' … Main Street gets torn up because the city is doing construction. It disrupts our traffic.'    “A 2,000-barrel brewery is going to have resources and options to weather that; a 500-barrel brewery might not,” he continued. “Those are members that we're trying to think about how we help, how we drive foot traffic and what we can do to improve their conditions.”   The conversation touches on several topics, including: How the BA is advocating for its members with the Trump administration in Washington, D.C., and why it's important for brewery owners to connect with lawmakers; Why full-strength spirits are being added to the Great American Beer Festival and how that's manifesting in a way to support BA members; Whether the event could move away from Denver in the future;  Why there is a perception versus reality issue with consumers when it comes to the flavors that craft offers beyond IPA; And his overall read on the vibe of CBC. Ahead of the interview, the Brewbound team also discusses recent headlines, including Rhinegeist's NA beer venture and Tilray CEO Irwin Simon's honest thoughts on the company's stock price. Plus, the team plays Another Round or Tabbing Out on the commercialization of B.O.R.G.s, and Zoe dishes on her motorsport adventures.

In this episode of the Uncapped podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Brian and Ashley Allen, the passionate founders of True Standard Distilling. We talked about the upcoming grand opening that takes place on May 29th. They share the story behind their distillery's name, highlighting the deep meaning of "distilling" as opposed to "distillery" and the hurdles they've faced in trademarking their brand. We dive into their craft of rum-making, where their commitment to quality is front and center: staying true to the standard of aged, additive-free rum. They introduce their diverse lineup, including a unique silver spiced rum and one of their amazing aged rums, Oxford Reserve. Plus, they give us a behind-the-scenes look at their thoughtfully designed facility—featuring a barrel room inspired by natural aging conditions and an archive room filled with historical batches. Throughout our conversation, they share inspiring insights into their journey from passionate hobbyists to proud distillery owners in Frederick, Maryland, and reflect on the incredible support they've received from their local community. We also discussed a proposal taking place at the distillery. This is a story of passion, craftsmanship, and community that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow Chris on Instagram Like us on Facebook! Supported by the Brewers Association of Maryland

A conversation with Rob Tod of Allagash Brewing. This year the Portland, Maine brewery marks 30 years in business. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.Host: John HollGuest: Rob TodSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, The 5th Ingredient, Tags: Brewing, Maine, White, Lager, Business, MetsPhoto: John Holl

The Brewers Association's Craft Brewers Conference has taken over Indianapolis, and the Brewbound team gives a vibe check on the first day of the largest meeting of craft brewers in the U.S.    Justin, Jess and Zoe recap early presentations from BA board chair Leah Cheston, president and CEO Bart Watson and Trillium founders JC and Esther Tetreault and the overarching theme of resilience in the face of adversity.    Plus, Jess interviews Liz Nicol, the founder of Drawdown Brewing in Boston's Jamaica Plain neighborhood, on her brewery's embrace of women's sports, community building and running a membership club.

We're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis! In this episode, we're having beers with Bart Watson, President and CEO of the Brewers Association. We discuss state of the industry, trends and tariffs.Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: ⁠countrymalt.com/cbc

Pure Project has been around, and now they have come to the Pacific NW to serve up their recently brewed beers at Function PDX. This week we review the latest at their Pearl District location. JP is back from New Orleans with some interesting things to report about the scene there. Damian goes over the latest the menu and in the Brew News, Bronwyn loves beignets, and John tries a rum raisin beer. Join us for lip smacking good beers at one our favorite places here on this episode of Brew Happy!

When you ask most professional brewers about what they do the most, the vast majority will answer cleaning. Despite this fact, during my many years of working with breweries of all sizes I frequently come across the phenomena where a baseline of clean for some brewers reveals that they have only ever known a dirty tank or other equipment as their baseline and call it clean. But if we have never seen the equipment or tank truly clean, how do we establish a true baseline? How do we define what clean is? When and how do we know our equipment is truly clean? How do we identify the first indications that our equipment is not clean? What should we consider before problems develop? What are the possible implications if we ignore the problems or simply do not have the expertise or training to identify them? This presentation will answer those questions and more.Born and raised in Cologne, Germany, Dirk graduated in Cologne with a degree in business administration. After working several years for a BASF subsidiary, he joined the Loeffler family business, where he worked in sales, technical services and research and development. In 1992, Dirk came to the United States to lay the groundwork for the US operations of Loeffler which led to the incorporation of Loeffler Chemical Corporation in 1994. Until 2019, Dirk served as the CEO and Technical Director for Loeffler Chemical Corporation. After the company merged in 2019, Dirk took a sabbatical and focused on teaching and enjoying some time with his family. In 2024, Dirk founded SEKA Chemicals together with his wife Alexis. As the Executive Vice President of Technical Operations and Sales he continues to develop new products and process technologies for breweries and distilleries. Dirk lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife Alexis and their twin boys Kai and Sebastian. Dirk has been an active member of the Master Brewers Association since 1992 and currently serves as the President for the MBAA Districts Mid-South and Georgia. Dirk is also an active member of the Brewers Association since 1993 and serves on the Board of the German School of Atlanta as Vice President and Safety Officer.Huge thanks to Small Batch Standard + InTouch LabelsStay up to date with CBP: http://update.craftbeerprofessionals.orgJoin us in-person for CBP ConnectsHalf workshop, half networkingCharlotte, NC | June 9-11, 2025Register now: https://cbpconnects.com/

In this episode of the Uncapped podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with John Zerivitz of Cultivate and Craft, representing the Brewers Association of Maryland, and Abby Casarella, the event manager for the Brewers Association of Maryland Brewers Association of Maryland. We dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming Maryland Craft Beer Festival—set in the heart of downtown Frederick. From the date and time to exciting new features like the Super VIP experience (think early access, private lounges, and exclusive presentations), we cover it all. We also get into the festival's impressive growth, the incredible lineup of Maryland breweries, live entertainment, and why grabbing your tickets in advance is a must. And of course, we keep things fun with our signature off-the-wall questions and plenty of laughs along the way. If you love craft beer, good vibes, and a little bit of chaos, this one's for you. Get your tickets here —> www.mdcraftbeerfestival.com Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow Chris on Instagram Like us on Facebook! Supported by the Brewers Association of Maryland

The Craft Brewers Conference kicks off in Indianapolis next week. If you're headed to the circle city, you're likely looking for bar, restaurant, and entertainment options. You're in luck This week it's a roundtable episode with three Hoosiers that know all the best spots.  Even if you're not going to the conference, the city is still one you should visit for beer.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.Visit IndyYou love craft beer. You'll love Indy.The Indy Craft Pass is your free passport to 40+ of the city's best breweries — Sun King, Metazoa, Upland, and so many more. Check in, earn points, score swag — yes, beer can actually win you prizes! Sip local, explore new taprooms, and make your beer run count. Grab your free Indy Craft Pass now at VisitIndy.com — and let the good beers roll! Host: John HollGuests: Julia Whitson, Eddie Chimi, John Allison Sponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, The 5th Ingredient, Visit IndyTags: Brewing, Taproom, Restaurants, Hospitality, IndianaPhoto: John Holl

When Brewers Association (BA) staff economist Matt Gacioch is asked whether craft brewers are optimistic or pessimistic, his response is “brewers are realistic.”   “They are understanding that this is a new environment that they are operating in,” Gacioch said during the latest edition of the Brewbound Podcast. “Mid-April 2025 is very different than mid-April 2015.”   Gacioch, who is in his first year as a full-time employee of the BA, described a maturing and challenging craft beer market for a variety of factors, from consumer consumption shifts to increased competition and variety to economic pressures and tariffs.    “The way that consumers and markets don't like uncertainty, small business owners really don't like uncertainty,” he said. “That is the environment that we're in right now. There's a lot of products that go into beer making and [the] operating of a brewery [that] can be bought from within the U.S., but the supply chain is so complex and so global that certain tariffs are going to have an impact on pricing of brewery inputs.    “So not being able to plan too far into the future because of how things have been changing so quickly has made it really tough for brewery owners to make great beer and feel like they can make a solid business plan for the year and years ahead,” he continued.   Which brings us to the 2025 edition of the Craft Brewers Conference taking place in Indianapolis next week (April 28-May 1). Gacioch anticipates that many of the conversations inside and outside of the Indiana Convention Center will center on those factors and strategies for pushing forward, including his own seminar  (1:15 p.m. ET Tuesday, April 29) discussing case studies from breweries who tapped into growth drivers in 2024.    Gacicoh also touches on new breweries making this year's top 50 craft list, potential opportunities and challenges for breweries adding food service and why he's excited for CBC. Plus, more conversation about kicking field goals than you'd expect.   But first, the Brewbound team recaps the latest news, including the BA's recent webinar on tariffs and the NBWA and Fintech's Q1 2025 webinar on beer category sales trends. Justin, Jess and Zoe play Another Round or Tabbing Out on copycat designs infiltrating the hard lemonade and iced tea space, with a hat tip to Fingers' Dave Infante.

In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited Fallen Oak Distilling, located right next to Lone Oak Brewery. We sat down with the four co-owners, Chris, Charlie, Ralph, and Ryan, to talk about how both establishments got started and evolved over time. They share the story of the fallen oak tree that not only inspired the distillery's name but also provided wood for its construction. We dive into their unique farm-to-bottle approach, the wide variety of spirits and beers they offer, the mix of family-friendly and adult-focused spaces, and the backgrounds that each owner brings to the table. We also chatted with the head and lead brewers about their brewing philosophies, their core and seasonal offerings, how they distribute their beer, and some exciting barrel-aged releases coming up—including collaborations with the distillery.Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow Chris on InstagramLike us on Facebook! Supported by the Brewers Association of Maryland

Everything sucks, but at least we still have beerThe Brewers Association released their 2024 brewing industry stats recently. As expected, it wasn't great, but it could be worse. There are still passionate people opening breweries and us consumers still have more options for great beer than we ever have before. Praise be.ChatGPT and Beer (and other things)Do you use AI in your job? For Brian and I it's become a daily tool. It's advancing amazingly fast. There are fun beery things you can do with it, too. Get beer recommendations, have it create labels and action figures from your description, or research info on beer and breweries. One caveat - it gets things wrong, a lot, and it states them rather confidently. Question everything it tells you and verify the info. If something doesn't look right then call it out and the AI will take another look to verify its info... but it may tell you something else wrong again.It's hard not to be political these daysY'all, we have been doing this show for going on 10 years and we've always avoided politics. That's becoming difficult to do but we will (in most cases) try to present things as facts and information. But, it's getting crazy out there. The tariffs are hitting the industry already with one smaller local brewery saying the tariffs have already cost them an extra $60,000. Constellation Brands reports that the immigration policies are impacting their sales. I hope our countries can get their acts together, cause it's not looking good.In other news...More brewery closures announced of brands owned my Tilray and Monster, and Miller releases a beer-infused record of dive bar sounds. Seriously.Thanks for listening to Beer Guys Radio! Your hosts are Tim Dennis and Brian Hewitt with producer Nate "Mo' Mic Nate" Ellingson and occasional appearances from Becky Smalls.Subscribe to Beer Guys Radio on your favorite app: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSSFollow Beer Guys Radio: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube If you enjoy the show we'd appreciate your support on Patreon. Patrons get cool perks like early, commercial-free episodes, swag, access to our exclusive Discord server, and more!

Believe it or not, there's more to life than beer. There's also wine, spirits, cider—even NA products! But just because you've mastered beer doesn't mean you can simply begin making and selling other types of alcoholic beverages. When a brewery moves to expand their offerings and enter new markets, there is no shortage of new requirements and restrictions that apply. From new licenses to additional taxes to dealing with state control boards, the entire process can look different from everything you've become accustomed to.Come hear regulatory experts Alex Koral, Sovos ShipCompliant, and Candace Moon, The Craft Beer Attorney, discuss the ins and outs of how your brewery can move beyond beer to reach new customers and excite existing ones with novel offerings.Candace L. Moon is a San Diego-based attorney who has spent the last 15 years dedicating her law practice to the craft beer industry. She has worked with over 500 craft breweries and craft breweries-in-planning nationwide, handling many legal areas including business entity formation, alcoholic beverage law, contract review, and trademark law. She has been a member of the Brewers Association since 2009 and served on the Board of Directors for both the San Diego Brewers' Guild and The Pink Boots Society. Ms. Moon has taught Beer Law classes at UCSD, SDSU, and UC Davis. She is the author of “Brew Law 101: California Edition.” Ms. Moon is also the co-founder of Start A Brewery.com, a website for start-up breweries looking for guidance and a bi-monthly podcast of the same name.Based in Boulder, Colorado, Alex Koral is Regulatory General Counsel for Sovos ShipCompliant, where he serves as lead legal researcher for beverage alcohol regulation and has become a leading expert on interstate distribution of alcohol. He has spoken on the topic at many industry events including the Craft Beer Professionals Virtual Conferences, Craft Brewers Conference, American Craft Spirits Association Convention, as well as meetings for the National Council of State Liquor Administrators and the National Liquor Law Enforcement Association. Alex has been in the beverage alcohol arena since 2015, after receiving his J.D. from the University of Colorado Law School.Stay up to date with CBP: http://update.craftbeerprofessionals.orgJoin us in-person for CBP ConnectsHalf workshop, half networkingCharlotte, NC | June 9-11, 2025Register now: https://cbpconnects.com/

We're back after a short break, and David drinks the Costco-exclusive Deschutes Kirkland Signature Helles-Style Lager.Kirkland Signature Helles-Style Lager is a recipe from the Oregon-based Deschutes Brewery that won a gold medal at the 2023 Great American Beer Festival. The beer is 4.5% ABV and is a nearly perfect example of the German-inspired style that is both crisp and clean.The Brewers Association annual ranking of the top 50 craft breweries is also out, and we talk about the biggest movers on the list. One of the headlines for David is that Rhinegeist Brewery is now the biggest brewery in Ohio, moving up to 16th overall and passing longtime champ Great Lakes. BrewDog and Fat Head's also rank as Ohio breweries in the top 50.We break down the following new stories:Brewers Association Reports 2024 U.S. Craft Brewing Industry FiguresChurchill Downs Partners with TEN20 Craft Brewery with 'Churchill Downs Light' BeerWhistlePig Whiskey Toasts 4/20 With Marijuana-Flavored Maple Syrup Want to grow a better beard and become a legend? Subscribe here to become a Producer of Beers and Beards. https://plus.acast.com/s/beers-and-beards-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A conversation with Dave Colt, the co-founder, CEO, and Brewmaster of Sun King Brewery in Indianapolis. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.Visit IndyYou love craft beer. You'll love Indy.The Indy Craft Pass is your free passport to 40+ of the city's best breweries — Sun King, Metazoa, Upland, and so many more. Check in, earn points, score swag — yes, beer can actually win you prizes! Sip local, explore new taprooms, and make your beer run count. Grab your free Indy Craft Pass now at VisitIndy.com — and let the good beers roll! Host: John HollGuest: Dave ColtSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, The 5th Ingredient, Visit IndyTags: Brewing, Taproom, Hospitality, IndianaPhoto: John Holl

  The Brewbound team catches up on the latest headlines, including the Brewers Association's release of its top 50 breweries lists and updated data; the newest craft-on-craft merger between Fort Point Beer Co. and HenHouse Brewing in California; the closure of another Monster-owned production brewery; the surprise shutdown of a craft-centric distributor in Vermont; and the retirement of Molson Coors longtime CEO.    Jess, Justin and Zoe also play Another Round or Tabbing Out on a shower beer collaboration.    Plus, Jess and Justin interview Chris Riedy, chief revenue officer for cashback rewards app and tech and date insights firm Ibotta.

These are confusing times, and hard times to work in a small business. As Bart Watson of the Brewers Association recently said, beer makers really dislike uncertainty. So, how can anyone plan when the global supply chain is changing minute by minute? On this epidode we talk about how to budget for the unknown. The last few months have seen a fire hose of news coming out of Washington D.C., a lot centered around tariffs and global trade. Admittedly, it's difficult to do a show on the topic because of the chaotic nature of the rollout from the White House and how seemingly concrete plans crumble minutes after they are announced. This obviously creates uncertainty in the markets and on main street. This episode features two conversations that center around what might be coming and how to best prepare. Bart Watson the president and CEO of the Brewers Association talks about the bigger picture and then Audra Gaiziunas of Brewed for Her Ledger tells us how you can best budget for uncertainty. The BYO Nano Podcast Episode 64  is sponsored by:RahrBSG / Gambrinus IPA MaltGambrinus IPA Malt possesses an elusive color falling between very pale pilsner and golden pale ale malt. Tailor-made to complement contemporary West Coast IPAs, it provides balancing sweetness and body in the presence of piney, juicy, and tropical hop profiles. Delivering a delicate profile of bread, toast, grain, and slight nuttiness, Gambrinus IPA Malt is a workhorse base malt. Available now as the latest addition to the premier range of brewing malts offered by RahrBSG. More info at: rahrbsg.com/gambrinus-ipa-malt/ Five Star ChemicalsBig news, brewers—Five Star Chemicals Saniclean PAA Pro is officially launching at CBC. This powerful new acid-based sanitizer combines the best of Saniclean with the strength of per-acetic acid for fast, effective cleaning that keeps your equipment in top shape. Trusted quality, pro performance—now in a PAA formula. Learn more at fivestarchemicals.com. Brew better. Brew with Five Star.BYO Nano+ MembershipGet access to hundreds of hours of on-demand videos covering small craft brewery strategies with BYO's Nano+ Membership. Learn from craft beer experts watching replays of past NanoCon seminars plus a complete library of in-depth workshops. You'll also have full online access to all of BYO's digital content and an annual digital magazine subscription. Check out byo.com/nanoplus for more details.BYO Nano Brew Podcast Episode 64Host: John HollGuests: Bart Watson, Audra GaiziunasContact: nano@byo.comMusic: Scott McCampbell

In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited Bier Bath in Sykesville, Maryland, interviewing co-founders Greg and Hector. The idea for Bier Bath came from Hector's visit to a beer spa in Iceland. He and Greg, who initially considered a brewery, partnered to bring the concept to the US.The "beer bath" uses beer ingredients (hops and barley), minerals, and Epsom salt in water, not actual beer, yeast, or alcohol. Benefits include vitamin B and antioxidants good for the skin. The experience involves a soak, infrared sauna, and shower.Bier Bath features a separate spa and a large taproom with a rotating selection of nearly 100 beers, mainly from microbreweries. They have a flight club and are introducing their own house lager. Future plans include potential expansion and a take-home version of the beer bath experience; they will also be adding cocktails to their offerings.Subscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow Chris on Instagram Like us on Facebook! Supported by the Brewers Association of Maryland

We're back in Indianapolis this week for a conversation with the couple behind Kismetic Beer Company - Nicole and Ryan Oesch. It's a conversation on taproom aesthetics, beers that inspire, and community building. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.Visit IndyYou love craft beer. You'll love Indy.The Indy Craft Pass is your free passport to 40+ of the city's best breweries — Sun King, Metazoa, Upland, and so many more. Check in, earn points, score swag — yes, beer can actually win you prizes! Sip local, explore new taprooms, and make your beer run count. Grab your free Indy Craft Pass now at VisitIndy.com — and let the good beers roll! Host: John HollGuests: Nicole Oesch, Ryan OeschSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, The 5th Ingredient, Visit IndyTags: Brewing, Taproom, Hospitality, IndianaPhoto: John Holl

This week starts our road to Indianapolis and the upcoming Craft Brewers Conference. Indianapolis is a great city to visit and has a host of excellent breweries. One of them, Guggman Haus Brewing Co. joins the show to talk about about lagers, Indy Car racing, and building a family business. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The 5th IngredientIf you're running a brewery owner or operator, Beer30 by The 5th Ingredient is the ultimate command center. The most powerful brewery management software on the market, Beer30 handles the entire brewing workflow, from recipe development to production. Once your beer is brewed and ready, it seamlessly manages your inventory and streamlines your brewery's sales and distribution--all in the same easy-to-use platform. Beer30 lets you get back to the beer and the people that made you fall in love with this industry in the first place. And no other brewery management software gives you the ability to truly master your business and get the insights that you need to thrive in an increasingly competitive industry. Visit the5thingredient.com/AllAboutBeer today to learn more and receive 3 free months of Beer30.Visit IndyYou love craft beer. You'll love Indy.The Indy Craft Pass is your free passport to 40+ of the city's best breweries — Sun King, Metazoa, Upland, and so many more. Check in, earn points, score swag — yes, beer can actually win you prizes! Sip local, explore new taprooms, and make your beer run count. Grab your free Indy Craft Pass now at VisitIndy.com — and let the good beers roll! Host: John HollGuests: Abby Gorman and Derek GuggenbergerSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp Stickers, The 5th Ingredient, Visit IndyTags: Lager, Hospitality, Indiana, RacingPhoto: John Holl

Welcome to This Week in Rauchbier for April 1, 2025. Our Rauchbier spotlight is a recording from Dovetail Brewery's annual Thank You For Smoking Event. It's a panel discussion that includes Bill Wesselink and Hagen Dost of Dovetail, Lane Fearing and Ryan Walker of Roaring Table, Greg Browne of Geneva Lager Works and Cesar Marron of Sketchbook Brewing Company. Then Bart Watson the President and CEO of the Brewers Association joins us to share the latest growth and success of Rauchbier in the marketplace. Enjoy these audio smoky delights. Thanks to Hagen and Bill for the inspiration to do this show. Hear the genesis of This Week in Rauchbier on episode 5 of Drink Beer, Think Beer.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.Host: John HollGuests: Bart Watson, Bill Wesselink, Hagen Dost, Lane Fearing,  Ryan Walker, Greg Browne, and Cesar MarronTags: beer, craft beer, rauchbier, smoke, April Fool's DayMusic for this episode:NewsSting by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4124-newsstingLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Next month the Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America takes place in Indianapolis. From April 28th to 1st May, America's largest gathering for the beverage alcohol industry will bring together countless figures from across the drinks sectors. And for Ann Obenchain, she lovingly likens it to a 'taproom on steroids'. Because as we all know, such events are the perfect opportunity to learn, and to reconnect. Ann Obenchain is the vice president of marketing and communications for the Brewers Association. Here she develops and leads the strategic direction of the association's marketing and communications activities, and serves as spokesperson with the media for events, including the Great American Beer Festival, Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America, World Beer Cup, and Homebrew Con. In this podcast, we discuss that a time why it is more important than ever to engage with our consumers, our peers and the wider industry. The latest trends taking hold across the USA, why diversification remains key and by taking a little time out of our taprooms, events such as CBC and BrewExpo America represent the perfect opportunity to partake in a taproom environment of a different kind.

A conversation about lager brewing with Brittany Barrie and Jim Barrie of BarrieHaus Beer Co. in Tampa, Florida.  For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuests: Brittany Barrie and Jim BarrieSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Lager, Hospitality, Florida, DrinkingPhoto: John Holl

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Mike LaRosa, Head Brewer & Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing Co. After gaining experience at Saucony Creek, Kane Brewing, and Tired Hands, he became a sought-after brewery consultant. His work with New Trail's original founders led to him joining as a Co-Owner. New Trail was ranked America's fastest-growing brewery in 2021 by the Brewers Association and is now among the top 70 largest production breweries in the U.S.   New Trail Brewing Co: https://newtrailbrewing.com/ @NewTrailBrewing _______________________________________ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Zilka & Co Brewing Supplies: https://zilkaandcompany.com/elementor-1120/   Brad Adelson - Technical Expert brad@zilkaandcompany.com 818-400-7323 _______________________________________ EPISODE NOTES: Mentioned Breweries Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery - King of Prussia, PA - Closed in 2023 Sterling Pig Brewing - Media, PA John Harvards Brewery and Ale House - Hancock, MA Saucony Creek Brewing - Kutztown, PA Human Robot - Epi 10 & 15 - Philadelphia, PA Manayunk Brewing - Philadelphia, PA Kane Brewing - Ocean Township, NJ Sly Fox Brewing - Epi 11 - Pottstown, PA Oskar Blues Brewery - Brevard, NC The Alchemist Brewery - Stowe, VT Tired Hands - Ardmore, PA Meetinghouse - Philadelphia, PA Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE Carbon Copy Brewing - Epi 2 - Philadelphia, PA Tonewood Brewing - Barrington, NJ Industrial Arts Brewing - Beacon, NY Freak Folk Bier - Waterbury, VT The Veil Brewing - Norfolk, VA Tree House Brewing - Charlton, MA Trillium Brewing - Canton, MA Hill Farmstead Brewery - Greensboro Bend, VT Tannery Run Brew Works - Ambler, PA Hale & True Cider Co. - Philadelphia, PA Neck of the Woods Brewing - Pitman, NJ Attic Brewing - Philadelphia, PA Otto's Pub & Brewery - State College, PA Happy Valley Brewing - State College, PA Bullfrog Brewery - Williamsport, PA Riepstine's Pub - Williamsport, PA Rosko's Brew House - Williamsport, PA Therapy Brewing - Montoursville, PA Bald Birds Brewing - Jersey Shore, PA John Ryan Brewery - Williamsport, PA Troegs Brewing - Hershey, PA DuClaw Brewing - Bel Air, MD - Closed 2023 Neshaminy Creek Brewing - Croydon, PA Iron Hill Brewery - West Chester, PA Chestnut Hill Brewing - Philadelphia, PA North Park Beer - San Diego, CA Dancing Gnome Brewery - Pittsburgh, PA Old Thunder Brewing - Blawnox, PA Mentioned People Brian McConnell - Owner & Brewer of Sterling Pig Joe Percoco - Industry Brewer  Colin McFadden - Co-Owner of Meetinghouse Sam Calagione - Founder of Dogfish Head Alyston Upshaw - Epi 39 - Owner of Concrete Blues Marty West - Co-Owner of Meetinghouse Mike Nuhn - Brewer at Tonewood Jess Reaves - Head Brewer at Industrial Arts Brewing Ryan Miller - Head Brewer & Co-Owner of Freak Folk Bier Bogdan Lisachenko - Head Brewer of Attic Brewing Laura & Todd Lacy - Owners of Attic Brewing Dave Hertwig - Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing Charles Imbro - Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing Ryan Keats - Graphic Designer Marc Campolongo - Production Manager at New Trail Andrew Foss - Head Brewer of Human Robot Mentioned Businesses Brewers Association - Craft Beer Trade Organization Foxduck - Design Studio Bierhual - Epi 38 - West Chester Beer Bar Beermill WC - Epi 23 - Beer Distributor  Yakima Chief - National Hop Producer _______________________________________ What We Drank? Trail Marker IPA | 6.5% | Centennial, Amarillo, & Simcoe New Trail Brewing ---------------------------------- 24/7 Hazy Session Hazy IPA | 4.7% | Citra & Mosaic New Trail Brewing ---------------------------------- Crisp Lime Lager | 4.8% | American Noble New Trail Brewing ---------------------------------- Crisp Amber Lager Amber Lager | 5.0% New Trail Brewing _______________________________________ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠@brewedat ⁠⁠/ ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠@brewedat⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠@thebrewedatpodcast⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠BrewedAt Website: ⁠⁠www.brewedat.com

A conversation with Kyle DePietro, the brewer and owner of Sasanoa Brewing.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuest: Kyle DePietroSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Saison, Maine, FarmingPhoto: John Holl

Allagash Brewing will celebrate its 30th anniversary this summer, and founder Rob Tod knows where he'll be and what he'll be drinking on the brewery's birthday, July 1 – an Allagash White at the Great Lost Bear, the taphouse that served the first pint of White in Portland, Maine.   “I remember it like it was yesterday. That was our very first draftline,” Tod tells Brewbound managing editor Jess Infante on the latest episode of the Brewbound Podcast. “I shipped eight kegs of Allagash White to Nappi Distributors on June 29, and July 1 I worked at the brewery all day and my plan was to head down to the Bear where I knew it was going on tap at 5 o'clock, and just hang out for a few hours and having a bunch of beers.   “I thought, my work's going to be done. I've spent a year building the brewery. I've written this recipe, I've brewed the beer. I'm kind of all done,” he continued.   Tod had a pint with the Bear's owners and was happy with it. He had a second pint and a realization hit him: “I've got to get back to work.”   “I got in my car and I drove right back to the brewery and kept working on whatever I was working on at the time just continuing to build and piece the brewery together,” Tod said. “I've always felt like the work isn't done.”   In the conversation, Tod Tod discusses growing Allagash into the 15th largest Brewers Association-defined craft brewery by volume. He also explains what Allagash is looking for in distributor partners, how much capacity his brewery has left for expansion and why the brewery pulled back in the early 2000s.   “We've really optimized how we can support a market, whether it's a really close local market like Boston or Minnesota, Colorado or even Los Angeles,” Tod explained. “We really do feel like we've got a strong, competitive go-to-market plan and that we can do a really solid, optimized job supporting our distributor partners.”   Tod taps into Allagash's innovation approach that checks the boxes of “balanced, drinkability, complexity and authenticity” and how the launches of a lager, hazy IPA and variety pack feed into those pillars.    Plus, the Brewbound team recaps the latest headlines and plays Another Round or Tabbing Out on Minute Maid Spiked's foray into lemonade, pink and otherwise.

A conversation with Chris Lohring of Notch Brewing on the vexing, fascinating, and flavorful world of Czech-style LagersFor more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuest: Chris LohringSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Czech lager, hops, malt, brewing, travelPhoto: John Holl

Guinness is synonymous with U.S. St. Patrick's Day celebrations. National ambassador Ryan Wagner joins the Brewbound Podcast to discuss preparation for the holiday, how the Splitting the G viral phenomenon has played a role in the brand's upward trajectory and introduces it to new consumers.    Wagner also discusses the on-premise rebound following the pandemic, what goes into creating a perfect Guinness pour and consumer learnings in recent months.   Plus, the Brewbound team discusses the latest news coming out of Constellation Brands' Gold Network Summit with distributors, the New England Craft Beer Summit and the financial picture for the Brewers Association.    Jess, Zoe and Justin also play Another Round or Tabbing Out on recent beyond beer innovation plays, including Constellation's Rule of Five hard punch; Boston Beer's Sinless vodka RTDs and Just Hard Squeezed FMB; and Barrel One's latest crossover brand with Crystal Light Vodka Refreshers.

A conversation with Jude La Rose of Chicago's Hop Butcher for the World on the current state of IPA. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuest: Jude La RoseSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: IPA, Chicago, Hospitality, Growth, HopsPhoto: John Holl

A conversation with Alyssa Hoberer and Jacob Kemple as they get ready to open up Full Frame Beer in Denver, Colorado. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuests: Alyssa Hoberer and Jacob KempleSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Denver, IPA, Community, Openings, Food, Service, HospitalityPhoto: 

In Episode 276 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the current challenges facing the craft beer industry and how the proposed tariffs may further impact our favorite breweries. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:Hoof Hearted Brewing $60 Nachos DIPAMother Earth Brew Co Project X - Cosmic Dissonance Hazy IPALINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:Trump Administration Announces New Tariffs on Aluminum and Steel written by Katie Marisic and found on the Brewers Association websiteHow New Tariffs May Impact Your Brewery written by Katie Marisic and found on the Brewers Association website

This episode goes to Utah to talk with Kevin Templin of Templin Family Brewery about taking beers slow, brewing with unusual ingredients, an exploration into natural wine, and how low ABV beers can help foster conversation and community. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuests: Kevin TemplinSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Utah, Dandelions, IPA, Lager, LawsPhoto: 

January 2025 was a record month for non-alcoholic (NA) beer in grocery stores. NA beer claimed a 4.2% share of beer grocery sales during the month, according to NIQ food store data shared by Bump Williams Consulting.    The Brewbound team discusses how Dry January shook out, plus why industry leaders are bullish on regional cider; how the dots connect between the Consumer Price Index for beer at home outpacing overall inflation and beer's 2024 summer slump; and who is keynoting the Brewers Association's Craft Brewers Conference in Indianapolis.   Plus, Justin, Jess and Zoe play Another Round or Tabbing Out on a surprise bev-alc platform and the We Love LA collaboration beer effort.

A disastrous spate of wildfires last month leveled thousands of homes and businesses, changing the course of people's lives and disrupting the economic balance of major industries across Southern California. The Law Makers, Law Breakers and times that there oughta be a law. The Brewers Association, a trade group representing small breweries, is warning that the 25% tariffs that President Donald Trump is imposing on steel and aluminum imports are going slam the craft brewery industry for very simple reasons.

While it is rewarding and exciting to own a small brewery, there is also a lot of worry that comes with it. Over time things can snowball, accumulate, and become a burden. Regular check-ins on mental health are important, and no matter who you are in the brewing space, or your role, taking care of yourself is paramount. That's the focus on this episode. Everyone is feeling the stress these days. From outside influences to internal worry, everyone is carrying a lot of weight on their shoulders. If you're running a small business, the worry of your staff is on you as well. While there are many things in our control, there are also a lot of things that are simply not easily dealt with. Finding balance from within and managing what you can is important to mental health. Being pulled in a dozen different directions all at once rarely brings calm, but by focusing on what you can control and finding the moments - or longer - to take a break adds up to a better human experience. Of course there are other considerations to mental health in the beer space, and other challenges to navigate. To get a better understanding on what is available out there and how to best access it, we're pleased to be joined by J Jackson-Beckham, the Director of Member Resources for the Brewers Association, better known in the industry as Dr. J.A former professor of Communication Studies, Dr. J dedicated her academic career to the study of American beer. She is an author, speaker, vocal advocate for the craft beverage community, homebrewer, and Certified Cicerone. In 2018, Dr. J was named the Brewers Association's first-ever Diversity Ambassador. In 2020, she was named Imbibe Magazine's Beer Person of the Year. Today, she helps craft beverage organizations develop practices that drive success, build communities, and empower individuals as the Brewers Association Director of Member Resources.The BYO Nano Podcast Episode 62  is sponsored by:RahrBSG / Gambrinus IPA MaltGambrinus IPA Malt possesses an elusive color falling between very pale pilsner and golden pale ale malt. Tailor-made to complement contemporary West Coast IPAs, it provides balancing sweetness and body in the presence of piney, juicy, and tropical hop profiles. Delivering a delicate profile of bread, toast, grain, and slight nuttiness, Gambrinus IPA Malt is a workhorse base malt. Available now as the latest addition to the premier range of brewing malts offered by RahrBSG. More info at: rahrbsg.com/gambrinus-ipa-malt/ BYO Nano+ MembershipGet access to hundreds of hours of on-demand videos covering small craft brewery strategies with BYO's Nano+ Membership. Learn from craft beer experts watching replays of past NanoCon seminars plus a complete library of in-depth workshops. You'll also have full online access to all of BYO's digital content and an annual digital magazine subscription. Check out byo.com/nanoplus for more details.BYO Nano Brew Podcast Episode 62Host: John HollGuest: Dr. J Jackson-BeckhamContact: nano@byo.comMusic: Scott McCampbell

Brewery openings around the country slowed in 2024. We had a conversation with Kelly Dudeck, executive director of the Brewers Association of Maryland, to see how the craft beer industry is doing.

A special episode of the All About Beer Podcast with Em Sauter and Don Tse:The New England IPA (NEIPA) or Hazy IPA has come to dominate the beer landscape with most breweries having at least one (or sometimes entire portfolios) devoted to the beer style. But how did this happen? In 2013, a small group of breweries in New England, all of which were quite tiny at the time, began to brew a beer that took what we knew of as IPA (bitter, clear) and turned it on its head, creating a thickish, orange colored beer with tons of hop flavor but not a lot of bitterness.The world took notice and all of a sudden, the NEIPA was a worldwide phenomenon. Let's go back to the beginning and talk to two brewers from New England who were in the room when it happened, their experiences with the beginning of the trend and how it has changed their approach to brewing today.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.

Celebrate the Super Bowl with the beers and food of Philadelphia and Kansas City. Representatives from the city join the show to talk about their favorite drinks and snacks, and where to visit in their city (beyond bars and breweries). For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.Host: John HollGuests: Brian Rooney and Meredith Megan RebarSponsors: All About Beer, Stomp StickersTags: Football, Travel, Beer, Drinks, SnacksPhoto: John Holl

Nitro coffee at FH Stienbarts is just one of the many treats you can sample when you pick up your brewing supplies. More involved in the community and events than ever, make sure you stop by for the next competition and talk with Mark Gillette. Ryan learns about the American Homebrewers Association parting from the Brewers Association. John talks about his latest trip to Great Notion, and Mark brews up some fun. Learn more about the homebrewing community on this episode of Brew Happy!

Quicksand isn't nearly as prevalent as I thought it would be when I was a kid.Have you ever been stuck in quicksand. I have. Seriously. But, I really expected my adult life to be a constant battle to dodge the killer soup and I'm pretty thrilled that's not the case.Brewers Association and American Homebrewers Association to splitSome big news this week with the BA and AHA announcing they'll split. The two have operated together for decades but feel the split will allow both groups to focus on their members more. It seems amicable and hopefully will mean good things.Brian shares an update on the We Love LA relief beer. The movement has a website now and more breweries are joining the cause.San Francisco's Toronado is up for sale. After 38 years the owner is calling it a day. Sounds like his hope is someone will buy it and carry on the torch.Sapporo news is always disappointed. In the latest punch, they've laid off 2% of their workforce. Par for the course in beer these days, but still a bummer to hear.In other news we talk about the weirdest beer names, QuikTrip (convenienve store change) is bringing back their own beer after a long hiatus, and the states with the highest beer taxes.Thanks for listening to Beer Guys Radio! Your hosts are Tim Dennis and Brian Hewitt with producer Nate "Mo' Mic Nate" Ellingson and occasional appearances from Becky Smalls.Subscribe to Beer Guys Radio on your favorite app: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSSFollow Beer Guys Radio: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube If you enjoy the show we'd appreciate your support on Patreon. Patrons get cool perks like early, commercial-free episodes, swag, access to our exclusive Discord server, and more!

This episode features an interview with Lucy Devlin, Naked Wines' vice president of wine. Naked Wines operates as a marketplace connecting independent winemakers directly to consumers, bypassing traditional distribution systems. We discuss the company's business model, challenges in navigating US alcohol regulations across different states, and the current state of the wine industry, including the rise of non-alcoholic options. Finally, we touch upon the winemakers' passion and Naked Wine's unique customer engagement model. If you love rye whiskey you are going to want to check out Rye Revival www.ryerevivalmd.comSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelFollow Chris on Instagram Like us on Facebook! Supported by the Brewers Association of Maryland

A conversation with Dr. Christina Wade, author of the new book Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland.For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The Best of Craft Beer Awards Attention brewers: registration is now open for the 2025 Best of Craft Beer Awards. This is a BJCP sanctioned competition judged by fellow brewers and industry leaders; it uses a unique set of style guidelines that champions harmonious and dynamic beers.  Held in beautiful Central Oregon, it's the third largest professional brewing competition in North America and is an opportunity to have your hard work evaluated and rewarded. In addition to traditional and specialty beer styles, new this year is the Hop Water category.Register your beers through January 31, 2025 by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/. Don't delay, learn more and get your beers signed up by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/ Host: John HollGuest: Dr. Christina WadeSponsors: All About Beer, Best of Craft Beer Awards, Stomp StickersTags: Ireland, History, Ale, DrinksPhoto: Nine Bean Rows

Hurray's Girl Beer won Brewbound's 2024 Pitch Slam competition during the Brewbound Live business conference last month in Marina del Rey, California.    Founder Ray Biebuyck joins the Brewbound Podcast to discuss how Hurray's Girl Beer is working to reclaim the term “Girl Beer,” the brand's post-ironic, satirical and humorous vibe and why it's attempting to create a discourse about women and beer.    Biebuyck explains why she's interested in bringing women into the beer category, while getting her beer to stand out both on shelf and in social media algorithms.     Hear more from Biebuyck in this week's featured interview. Plus, the Brewbound team dives into the latest news, including the split between the Brewers Association and the American Homebrewers Association and hard times at Sapporo-Stone and Monster Brewing.   Also, Another Round or Tabbing Out returns with discussions around “faux-stalgia” lager brands, cannabev advertising and a surprising cameo by Angry Orchard.

Over the last month the news coverage out of Los Angeles has been terrifying and heart breaking. A number of fires, driven by the wind, have claimed lives and tens of thousands of homes. Lives are up ended and rebuilding will take years or more. Brewers are used to stepping up in these situations, be it fires, hurricanes, or other natural disasters, there's a good bet that within a few days of something terrible happening, a collaboration beer will pop up. Brewers anywhere can make it and then donate processed to relief efforts or specific charities. Common Space Brewing brewing stepped up this time with the We Love LA beer, and brewery co-founder Brent Knapp is here to talk about the origins of the beer and how folks can help. He's joined by Brian Avery of Bravery Brewing, who is also the president of the LA Brewers Guild. Both joined me  via zoom. SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code THINKBEER for 15% off your first order.The Best of Craft Beer Awards Attention brewers: registration is now open for the 2025 Best of Craft Beer Awards. This is a BJCP sanctioned competition judged by fellow brewers and industry leaders; it uses a unique set of style guidelines that champions harmonious and dynamic beers.  Held in beautiful Central Oregon, it's the third largest professional brewing competition in North America and is an opportunity to have your hard work evaluated and rewarded. In addition to traditional and specialty beer styles, new this year is the Hop Water category.Register your beers through January 31, 2025 by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/. Don't delay, learn more and get your beers signed up by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/ Host: John HollGuest: Skip SchwartzSponsors: All About Beer, Best of Craft Beer Awards, Stomp StickersTags: Styles, Sours, Bacon, Barrels, CreativityPhoto: WeldWerks Brewing Co.

A tough year for craft. Big changes at the Brewers Association. A billionaire saving Anchor from the abyss. Looming dietary guidelines for alcoholic beverages …   2024 was a whirlwind.   To wrap up the year that was, the Brewbound team is joined by Christopher Shepard, senior editor of Beer Marketer's Insights, and Dave Infante, author of the Fingers newsletter and a contributing editor and columnist at VinePair.    The quintet gives the inside scoop on covering some of the year's top stories, and dives into the news to watch in 2025.

Skip Schwartz of WeldWerks Brewing Co. joins the show to talk about building recipes for stouts and sours with uncommon ingredients and how some of these beers are serving as gateways to other styles and flavors. For more Drink Beer, Think Beer check out All About Beer.SponsorsStomp StickersStomp Stickers is a proud member of the Brewers Association that produces a wide variety of printed brewery products such as beerlabels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes and much more. Stomp's website features an easy-to-use design tool, low quantity orders, fast turn times, and free domestic shipping. Visit StompStickers.com and use code BREWER for 15% off your first order.The Best of Craft Beer Awards Attention brewers: registration is now open for the 2025 Best of Craft Beer Awards. This is a BJCP sanctioned competition judged by fellow brewers and industry leaders; it uses a unique set of style guidelines that champions harmonious and dynamic beers.  Held in beautiful Central Oregon, it's the third largest professional brewing competition in North America and is an opportunity to have your hard work evaluated and rewarded. In addition to traditional and specialty beer styles, new this year is the Hop Water category.Register your beers through January 31, 2025 by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/. Don't delay, learn more and get your beers signed up by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/ Host: John HollGuest: Skip SchwartzSponsors: All About Beer, Best of Craft Beer Awards, Stomp StickersTags: Styles, Sours, Bacon, Barrels, CreativityPhoto: WeldWerks Brewing Co.

Episode 508 - Jason Perkins, Allagash Brewing Co. Happy Monday, Thieves! We've got an old friend on the show this week in Jason Perkins of Allagash Brewing. Jason is the Brewmaster and Vice President of Brewing Operations (encompassing the departments of Warehouse/Supply Chain, Production, Packaging and Quality) at Allagash and has been a part of Allagash since 1999. He currently sits on the board of the Brewers Association, American Malt & Barley Association, and Allagash Wilderness Waterway Foundation, and is actively involved with the Hop Quality Group. He is the Chair of the Brewers Association's Technical Committee, a former board member of the Master Brewers Association of the Americas-New England as well as the Maine Brewers' Guild—and is the recipient of the 2016 Russell Schehrer Award for Innovation in Craft Brewing. Tune in and let us know what you think!***As always, you can email your questions, complaints, whimpers, or whines to us at stealthisbeerpodcast@gmail.com. We read everything we get and we'll try to respond as quickly as we can. If not online, then on air. And THANKS! You can subscribe to STB on iTunes and PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW!!! Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.