Best The Craft Beer Channel Podcasts (2024)

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Introducing Culture and History: The London Beer Floods 11:14

1h ago11:14

11:14

This is a special episode containing and episode of a 2nd podcast I released. I'm lucky enough that, in addition to all the brewers, I've also managed to talk to beer historians, archaeologists, and those with insights into beers place in culture and history. But there are plenty of people who have published interesting documents but who I will nev…

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Brewer to Brewer: Grant Wood and Lee Lord 1:03:26

2h ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Grant Wood of Bero interviews Lee Lord of Narragansett Beer. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Holiday times are the right time for a nice gingerbread stout. Firsd Tea has ginger- the defining flavor of this zesty holiday classic. Combine ginger with cinnamon, vanilla, and other flavors to create your distinctive holiday brew. Email info@firs…

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The Vibrant Beer Scene in Rochester, New York 38:34

2d ago38:34

38:34

Situated near the Finger Lakes region of New York State, Rochester is not only a beer-lovers paradise - with 31 breweries in Monroe County - but is also home to numerous museums and outdoor activities. The area is based in agriculture which reflects not only in Rochester’s food scene, but also in their beer scene, with many local breweries making b…

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Friday 5pm – ghost town 54:59

31m ago54:59

54:59

Hey beer geeks! As promised this week Jonny has managed to corner Mark Dredge and quiz him about his amazing book, A Brief History of Lager, and talk about the amazing locations that appear in both that and The Meaning of Beer. Brad's back next week! WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtfEWnPsNng Support the show Brought to yo…

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AAB 058: IPA Myths and Truths with Pete Brown 45:41

4d ago45:41

45:41

The most popular sub-style in beer at the moment, the India pale ale or IPA has had a very storied history, or has it? The most overwrought tale in beer is that the IPA was a new style loaded with hops to survive the long voyage to India and when it got there for all the colonists to drink, it was sparkling and delicious, unlike anything people had…

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218 - A Conversation With... Tom Canning 1:37:15

3d ago1:37:15

1:37:15

This week we are finally bringing you another interview! We connect with Tom Canning, founder and organiser of the Berkshire Beer Festival. From missing kegs to randomly sized fence posts, Tom talks us through how he grew his festival from 80 attendees to the successful event that has been running for 13 years. We ask the hard questions – like how …

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Friday 5pm – Drink Jonny Dry? 28:19

6d ago28:19

28:19

Hey folks! It's just little ol' me this week because Brad's in the USA and I didn't think quick enough to get a guest. We'll have one next week, so hang tight while I dig into this week's comments, expand a little on how crazy surgeons were in the 1800s, and outline a new live show format launching next week! JONNY'S BOOK EVENTS: 14/11 – Beer Shop,…

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Brewer to Brewer: Chris O'Connor and Grant Wood 1:00:28

7d ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Chris O'Connor of Prost Brewing interviews Grant Wood of Bero. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Holiday times are the right time for a nice gingerbread stout. Firsd Tea has ginger- the defining flavor of this zesty holiday classic. Combine ginger with cinnamon, vanilla, and other flavors to create your distinctive holiday brew. Email info@fi…

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217 - It's Pumpkin Season! 2024 1:25:23

17d ago1:25:23

1:25:23

It’s our favourite season once again – the pumpkin beers are out! We’re running out of things to talk about when it comes to pumpkin beers now… but we’ve still found something! Jo brings you tips on how to grow your own pumpkins and Tori has found the top pumpkin and bonfire night beers in the UK. We also bring back the cauldron of questions to fin…

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Friday 5pm – teeny tiny screens 51:46

20d ago51:46

51:46

It's been a busy week in the beer world and CBC – we have visited the oldest brewery in the UK, while the government have been confusing beer geeks, and A-list celebs have been buying C-list lager breweries in Wales. WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO: https://youtu.be/4X_v9Y-QI7U Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The …

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AAB 057: The Decadent Dark Arts of Chocolate Beers 47:16

14d ago47:16

47:16

Chocolate is almost universally loved, including by brewers. Often used in stouts or other dark beers, chocolate can add complexity to beer while complimenting the flavors of malt. As making good beer requires good ingredients and skilled brewers, so too does making good chocolate require the best inputs handled by expert artisans. And combining th…

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216 - It's Spooky Season! 1:32:53

21d ago1:32:53

1:32:53

This week, we're embracing the eerie and chilling vibes as it’s spooky season! Venture with us into the haunted corridors of Moon River Brewing in Savannah, where ghosts of gamblers and yellow fever victims roam, and Phoenix Brewing Company in Ohio, famously located in a former mortuary with a history that's as dark as its beer. We'll also recount …

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Friday 5pm – the Madri conspiracy 1:03:03

20d ago1:03:03

1:03:03

It's Friday! It's 5pm! We won an award we forgot we entered! Also, we've been to Burton to learn all about Isinglass, and Madri continues to haunt us. Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble is a weekly podcast that gives you a way to wind down with your first beer of the weekend. Dig into craft beer, f…

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Brewer to Brewer: Jeremy Pryes and Chris O'Connor 1:00:22

22d ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Jeremy Pryes of Pryes Brewing Co. interviews Chris O'Connor of Prost Brewing. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Firsd Tea invites you to experiment with lapsang souchong tea- known informally as "brewer's catnip" because of the natural affinity that many brewers have toward using lapsang in stouts, sours, and porters. Lapsang souchong is a de…

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215 - Lager Series: Munich Dunkel 1:22:01

24d ago1:22:01

1:22:01

In another episode of our Lager series, we're diving into the rich and toasty world of Munich Dunkels through a tantalizing exploration of Hofbrau and Augustiner beers. Using these two iconic brews as our focal point, we delve into their distinctive taste profiles, contrasting the higher bitterness and drier finish of Hofbrau with the strong, malty…

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Friday 5pm – trenchcoating 1:00:24

28d ago1:00:24

1:00:24

This week there's clearly something in the water/beer. Brad's inventing new forms of perversion, while Jonny's desperately trying to talk about our trip to the Tetley and our latest video about beer, death and religion. WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO SEE THE GABF RESULTS Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble…

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A Chat With Métaphore Beer Owner, Jiří Sládek 1:11:01

28d ago1:11:01

1:11:01

In this episode, I chat with Jiří Sládek, founder of Métaphore Beer, one of the most unique and thoughtful breweries in the Czech Republic. Jiří, who describes himself as an “esoteric beer artist,” shares his philosophy-driven approach to brewing, emphasizing authenticity, subtlety, and elegance. He discusses how Métaphore, though a small brewery w…

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AAB 056: How to Brew Gold Medal Beers 42:03

29d ago42:03

42:03

The Great American Beer Festival recently held its annual awards ceremony in Denver, Colorado and hundreds of breweries from all over the U.S. competed to win gold, silver and bronze medals for approx 100 different beer styles. For those who won gold, especially for popular styles like hazy pale ale and German pilsner, what goes into making these b…

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214 - Mount Rushmore Beers 1:11:27

1M ago1:11:27

1:11:27

Who are the pioneers of the craft beer scene? Inspired by Vine Pair’s article ‘The Mount Rushmore of Craft Breweries” we embark on a spirited discussion about the UK craft breweries that have carved a significant niche in the beer landscape. We share our personal picks for a UK "Mount Rushmore" of craft breweries, with Jo highlighting Thornbridge, …

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Friday 5pm – finish your beers, Brazil 1:02:07

1M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

This week is about as chaotic as it gets as we tackle important news such as a monkey drinking beer in Brazil, try to make sense of "genius steals" and relive Brad's birthday micropub crawl. WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO: https://youtu.be/gcrQwT5vxDg Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble is a weekly podcast…

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Brewer to Brewer: Thomas Vandelanotte and Jeremy Pryes 1:04:45

1M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

Thomas Vandelanotte of Brasserie de Waterloo interviews Jeremy Pryes of Pryes Brewing cO. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Firsd Tea invites you to experiment with lapsang souchong tea- known informally as "brewer's catnip" because of the natural affinity that many brewers have toward using lapsang in stouts, sours, and porters. Lapsang souc…

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213 - Q3 Review 2024 1:48:46

2M ago1:48:46

1:48:46

We are now at the end of the 3rd quarter of the year and we endeavour not to say ‘hasn’t the time gone quickly’! Instead, we share with you updates to our beer goals – they are going pretty well and Tori has a spreadsheet to prove it! We also check in on our Drink Harder challenge and let you know the episodes of the podcast you’ve loved this quart…

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Friday 5pm – beer butlers 50:45

1M ago50:45

50:45

This week Brad has a mad-cap scheme to introduce low-alcohol beer to schools, Jonny visits the new Kernel taproom, and we dig into this week's video all about new world hops. Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble is a weekly podcast that gives you a way to wind down with your first beer of the weekend…

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AAB 055: Why Hop Water is Making a Big Splash 45:59

2M ago45:59

45:59

In the last few years hop water has seen explosive growth. For many, it’s a non-alcoholic beverage that scratches the beer itch. But like all things beer, there’s more to it than meets the eye. There is a lot of thought and technique into how to extract the desirable flavors of hops and without malt providing balance, hop water recipes are as caref…

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212 - Our 4th Birthday! 1:46:35

2M ago1:46:35

1:46:35

It’s our 4th birthday! Thank you for sticking with us for 4 whole years! To celebrate, we have a beery afternoon tea with the full works – sandwiches, scones, cake and Colin the Caterpillar…. Can you guess which beer we paired with that?! You will have to listen to find out! We also play the Newlywed Game – do we know our bestie as well as we think…

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Brewer to Brewer: Frezi Bouckaert and Thomas Vandelanotte 58:50

2M ago58:50

58:50

Frezi Bouckaert of Purpose Brewing interviews Thomas Vandelanotte of Brasserie de Waterloo This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea The air is turning crisp, so that means it is time for Fall flavor. Rooibos from Firsd Tea works in wheat beers and pale ales to give copper color and textured smoothness. Combine with vanilla, lemon, or chai flavors fo…

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211 - Lager Series: Italian Pils 1:04:20

2M ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Following on from our German Pils episode, we bring you the Italian Pils next in our lager series. Italian Pils is not listed in the BJCP or Brewers Association guidelines so bring you tasting notes, it’s history and a few fun facts. In this episode we tried: Gallo Pils by Roosters Pastel Pils by Siren Campagnol by La Source Have you got a favourit…

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Friday 5pm – method horse 1:00:17

2M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

This week we relive Love & Beer 2024 and also its hangover, talk through Cambridge University's suggestion we stop serving beer in pints, and end up talking about GameBoy pirated games. WATCH LAST WEEK'S VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/aMQfuLcqhFE BUY THE TASTE-ALONG PACK: https://www.themaltmiller.co.uk/product/craft-beer-channel-love-beer-2-drink-al…

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AAB 054: Vanilla, Where Have You Bean All My Life 51:29

2M ago51:29

51:29

"Vanilla” in common use, has become synonymous with “boring” or “plain.” And yet, brewers will tell you that it is an excellent flavor in beer - and not just stouts. Real connoisseurs of vanilla will even tell you it is one of the most complex spices, with a broad array of aromas and flavors coming from different varieties of vanilla grown in diffe…

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210 - Pre-Holiday Beers: Strange Tradition or Travel Essential? 1:40:10

2M ago1:40:10

1:40:10

In this episode, we’re immersing ourselves in the spirited tradition of holiday beers with a lively discussion on the necessity and culture of pre-holiday brews. Inspired by the recent collaboration between package holiday provider On The Beach and Seven Brothers Brewing, we pair their beer, Breakfast Brew with breakfast sandwiches – are they actua…

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Brewer to Brewer: Jeff Lebesch and Frezi Bouckaert 39:58

2M ago39:58

39:58

Jeff Lebesch, the co-founder of New Belgium Brewing Co. interviews Frezi Bouckaert of Purpose Brewing This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea The air is turning crisp, so that means it is time for Fall flavor. Rooibos from Firsd Tea works in wheat beers and pale ales to give copper color and textured smoothness. Combine with vanilla, lemon, or chai…

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209 - Non-Alcoholiic Stouts: Techniques, Tastings & Trends 55:39

2M ago55:39

55:39

It’s been a while since we’ve talked exclusively about non-alcoholic beer options. With Guinness 0 making such an impact recently, we thought it was time to give you a bit more insight into non-alcoholic stouts, exploring both the opportunities and challenges faced by big brewers and small craft beer producers alike. Larger companies like Guinness …

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AAB: 053 The Unfiltered Truth About Kellerbier 33:34

3M ago33:34

33:34

Kellerbier traces its history to when beer in Bavaria was stored in underground caves which were natural cellars - or kellers. “Kellerbier” means "cellar beer” and kellerbiers today are a throwback to old lagers. Naturally carbonated and unfiltered, kellerbiers are said to be more flavorful and with a softer mouthfeel. And modern brewers are taking…

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208 - Lager Series: German Pils 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Do you German Pilsner? We are continuing our Lager series with a classic this time. But was it this style that put Jo off lagers? As usual we hit you with the style guidelines and history, but we also give you some ‘horrifically untrue facts’ as well! Our German Pilsner examples were: Augustiner Pils Flensburger Pilsener Riba by Garage What’s your …

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Friday 5pm – a child's sandy sock 45:42

3M ago45:42

45:42

This week Jonny gets search for drugs and necks Madri like a true Tadcastrian at a festival. Brad wonders about the health benefit of green hopped beers, and enjoys a comment about Jonny's face from this week's video. WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO: https://youtu.be/xdl_Lzpp-qQ BUY TICKETS TO OUR FESTIVAL: tinyurl.com/loveandbeer2 CHECK OUT JONNY'S PLAYLI…

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Brewer to Brewer: Peter Bouckaert and Jeff Lebesch 48:23

3M ago48:23

48:23

Peter Bouckaert of Purpose Brewing interviews Jeff Lebesch, the co-founder of New Belgium Brewing Co. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Blue Butterfly flower has been used for centuries in Southeast Asian cuisine to add bright blues, pinks, and purples to foods and teas. Now brewers and distillers have joined in, using this flavorless flower …

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207 - Barside Chat with the Topic Jar 1:16:16

3M ago1:16:16

1:16:16

We know you love hearing us chat, so this week we bring back the topic jar and answer some burning questions. Would you rather go to a consistent brewery with only a limited amount of styles or a brewery with more styles but their quality could be hit or miss? What do you do if someone wants to go to Spoons or Brewdog? What are your craft beer red …

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Friday 5pm – glow worm enthusiast 58:24

3M ago58:24

58:24

Brad's back and so is that sense of purposeful chaos her brings. Join us as we talk about what Jonny's been up while Brad's been away, why salted beer is digusting, and just how mad we really are about Madri. WATCH THIS WEEK'S VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgJmhPwKLyY Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channe…

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AAB 052: Debunking Beer Myths with Jeff Alworth 47:03

3M ago47:03

47:03

Myths are everywhere in beer. We don't know when certain breweries were actually created, when some brewing styles were invented, or we have preconceived notions of how certain things should be. In reality, they are not true at all. Beer writer Jeff Alworth has a phrase for some of these: romantic facts. Some are semi-accurate but the truth is stre…

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206 - The Complex World of Gueuze 1:11:08

3M ago1:11:08

1:11:08

This week we dive into the intricate world of Gueuze—a complex and traditional Belgian beer. We'll cover everything from the meticulous cork removal process to the distinct appearances, aromas, and flavours of their chosen versions. Together, they compare the carbonation, foam, and colour of their drinks, and explore the layers of tartness, dryness…

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Friday 5pm – safety crocs 51:07

3M ago51:07

51:07

This week we're joined by Rakey and Jim of The Malt Miller to talk about their collab with Track, our upcoming festival together, and Jonny's trips to Pastore, Two Flints and Pressure Drop! BUY TICKETS HERE: https://www.themaltmiller.co.uk/product/love-beer-festival-september-14th-2024-tickets/ Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the…

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A Chat With Postcard Brewing of Ireland 43:45

3M ago43:45

43:45

In this episode, I'm joined by Jonathan Spielberg, founder of Postcard Brewing Company in Dublin, Ireland. Jonathan, originally from New York, takes us through his journey from IT project management to becoming a key player in Ireland's craft beer scene. We delve into the challenges of transitioning from a hobbyist brewer to establishing a fully-fl…

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Brewer to Brewer: Dick Cantwell and Peter Bouckaert 53:08

3M ago53:08

53:08

Dick Cantwell interviews Peter Bouckaert of Purpose Brewing. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Blue Butterfly flower has been used for centuries in Southeast Asian cuisine to add bright blues, pinks, and purples to foods and teas. Now brewers and distillers have joined in, using this flavorless flower to infuse new colors into familiar drinks…

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205 - Pairing Beer & Chocolate by David Nilsen 1:39:09

3M ago1:39:09

1:39:09

We are bringing the world of pure imagination this week when we introduce you to David Nilsen’s book Pairing Beer and Chocolate: A Guide to Bringing the Flavours of Craft Beer and Craft Chocolate Together. David very kindly sent us a copy of his book and we picked some pairings to share with you. We pair chocolate with a hoppy pale ale, a pumpkin s…

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AAB 051: Introducing the Catharina Sour 46:01

4M ago46:01

46:01

The Catharina Sour is a popular beer style in Brazil that showcases the rainbow of fruits grown all over Brazil from fruits Americans know like guava and passion fruit but some fruits Americans may not be aware of like caju and jabuticaba. Recognized as a style by the BJCP, the Catharina Sour is a source of pride for Brazilians as this showcases th…

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204 - Lager Series: Vienna Lager 1:07:51

4M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

We are showcasing one of Jo’s fave beer styles for this edition of our lager series – Vienna lager. In fact, it’s the style that got her into beer! Tori’s more of a Marzen fan, but each to their own. Looking at the history of Vienna lager, we meet our old friends Anton Dreher and Gabriel Sadlmayer (those thieving brewers with their walking sticks),…

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Friday 5pm – Top Gun drone pilot 51:38

4M ago51:38

51:38

This week we talk about our trips to York, Timothy Taylor's and Crisp Maltings – including a debauched night in a Grade II listed pub and a near drone collision with a combine. We also dig into the comments on our two Chimay videos. Support the show Brought to you by the team behind the Craft Beer Channel, The Bubble is a weekly podcast that gives …

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Brewer to Brewer: Kelly McKnight and Dick Cantwell 58:28

4M ago58:28

58:28

Kelly McKnight of New Belgium Brewing Co. interviews Dick Cantwell. This Episode is Sponsored by: Firsd Tea Blue Butterfly flower has been used for centuries in Southeast Asian cuisine to add bright blues, pinks, and purples to foods and teas. Now brewers and distillers have joined in, using this flavorless flower to infuse new colors into familiar…

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203 - Cocktail Beers: Amaretto Sours 1:29:06

4M ago1:29:06

1:29:06

We’ve got another cocktail inspired beer episode for you! This time we bring you Amaretto Sour, which Jo and Tori are in love with. As per usual, we bring you a touch of history, some fun facts and how you can make your own. There are a bunch of tasty variations to try too! We also give thanks to our robots overlords and ask Chat GTP to create us b…

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AAB 050: Oh, So Many Ways to Hop a Beer 42:44

4M ago42:44

42:44

In the early days of craft beer, hopping was limited to bittering hops, flavor hops and aroma hops, added early, late and later in the boil. Then dry hopping became very popular, particularly with IPAs. As hops came to dominate the craft beer discussion, brewers began experimenting with all manner of hopping techniques in an effort to extract new, …

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