All About Beer

Back in the heyday of craft beer, everyone was hoping to get bigger. Opening a brewery was about large scale growth, ideas of grandeur and big corporate buyouts. Nowadays, those dreams are essentially gone and breweries are now deciding what is the best way forward. With all the doom and gloom now, we talk to two brewery owners about what staying small means in today’s world: one who is “growing down” his business to be more nimble in today’s world and one who is deliberately staying small, focusing more on beers he wants to brew while brewing beers for his community and taproom.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Hopsteiner
Let’s talk brewhouse efficiency: Replacing pellet loads with Salvo cannot only boost aroma density, but reduce trub load and increase beer wart. Seems like simple math, but if it is still not obvious— replacing pellets with Salvo can give you MORE BEER per batch with BETTER brewhouse efficiency. Salvo —designed for brewers who are tired of sacrificing yield for aroma Explore flavor solutions at http://shop.hopsteiner.com/.

Escarpment Laboratories
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

Athletic BrewingYour first sip of Athletic Brewing Company’s non-alcoholic beer is a game-changer – it tastes so good, you can’t believe it's non-alcoholic. They've won 185 taste awards to prove it. From goldens, to IPAS, lite brews or their new Lime & Salt brew, they’ve got a flavor for whatever the mood calls for - which means great beer, no hangovers, and guilt-free drinking every day of the week. You can try Athletic's non-alcoholic brews for yourself at over 75,000 grocery or liquor stores, bars and restaurants nationwide. Or check out limited styles, exclusively on their website.Go to Athleticbrewing.com to find stores near you or get brews shipped right to your door! Get 15% off your first online order.Terms and conditions and certain limitations apply. Athletic Brewing Company. Fit For All Times.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Hosts: Em Sauter and Don Tse
• Guests: Tomme Arthur, Devin Bush
• Sponsors: Hopsteiner, Escarpment Laboratories, Athletic Brewing, All About Beer
• Tags: small, brewing, business
• Photo: The Lost Abbey

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Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com/

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Hops are an agricultural product. That means they are subject to weather, climate and terroir. Sometimes those year-to-year differences are subtle, but in years of wildfires or drought, differences can be dramatic, if not in the hops themselves, then in their prices.

By using advanced hop products, and by using hop blends, brewers can achieve greater consistency and predictability in flavor. Blending can also help add complexity and achieve balance in flavor. As an added benefit, brewers can enjoy cost savings. It’s an approach with multiple benefits.

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Hopsteiner
This episode is brought to you by Hopsteiner and Alora™ hops. If you're looking for the next breakthrough aroma variety, Alora delivers. With 5 times more bound 3MH thiol precursors than Cascade hops, Alora gives brewers incredible potential for unlocking vibrant tropical and citrus character. Add in a unique oil profile featuring over 50% selinene—and you get expressive notes of peach, apricot, yuzu, and sweet melon. Discover otherworldly flavor with Alora™. Shop Alora and other products at http://shop.hopsteiner.com/.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Don Tse
• Guests: Dan Rowe, Paul Schroeder
• Sponsor: Hopsteiner
• Tags: Hops, Flavor, Brewing
• Photo: Hopsteiner

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com/

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Brienne Allan of Sacred Profane interviews Tom Clark of Berwick Brewing.

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Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: Brienne Allan
• Guest: Tom Clark
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, Lager, Pitch, Pabst, Germany, New Jersey
• Photo Credits:

• The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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On this episode of Brewer to Brewer Shawn Cooper of Halfway Crooks Beer interviews Brienne Allan of Sacred Profane.

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RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
Fall gets busy fast. Seasonal releases, Oktoberfests, football weekends, packed taprooms. The last thing you need is to be waiting around on your label printer. StompStickers.com keeps things moving with fast print times, low minimums, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order. Thousands of breweries have trusted Stomp for over 30 years for labels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes, and more. Give them a shot this fall at https://stompstickers.com/ and use code TRY15 for 15% off your first order.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Shawn Cooper
• Guest: Brienne Allan
• Sponsor: Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: Lager, pitch, business, hops, travel, Czech Republic
• Photo Credits:

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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In this episode, we’re doing something different. John Holl, the editor of All About Beer and the producer of this show, is going to join Jeff to discuss iconic beers. Now that we've recorded 7 episodes of the show, it's worth taking a step back and considering the concept of a classic or iconic.

We're also going to discuss storytelling and the way a good iconic beer has something to say. With history, agriculture, brewing processes, wars, laws, and even marketing, iconic beers have rich stories. It's the job of the brewery to make a great beer, but we're tasked with finding the reason that beer matters.

You'll get a demonstration of this process midway through the show as John makes the case for an unlikely icon, so listen for that. And looking forward, we're in the process of lining up a slate of future shows, so expect the story of another iconic beer next month.

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This episode is sponsored by:

RahrBSGThis episode of the One Iconic Beer podcast is supported by RahrBSG – trusted supplier to brewers, distillers, and beverage makers across North America. From the barley field to your brewhouse, we’re proud to support the people behind great beer with the ingredients, expertise, and service they depend on. Whether you’re brewing the next great American Double IPA or crafting an award-winning continental lager, RahrbSG provides the industry’s finest quality, selection, and support. Behind every great – or even iconic – pint, there is a partner who knows what it takes to make it happen. RahrBSG is proud to keep the beer flowing with you.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

Escarpment Labs
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

• Host: Jeff Alworth
• Guest: John Holl
• Sponsor: Escarpment Labratories, RahrBSG, All About Beer
• Tags: Michelob Ultra, Orval, History, Sales
• Logo Design: Jeff Quinn

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Lounge R&B Piano
By Music_for_videos

https://pixabay.com/music/rnb-lounge-rampb-piano-166431/

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Todd Boera of Fonta Flora interviews Shawn Cooper of Halfway Crooks Beer.

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: Todd Boera
• Guest: Shawn Cooper
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, hats, taprooms, lager, hops, computers
• Photo Credits:

• The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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Matt Tarpey of The Veil interviews Todd Boera of Fonta Flora.

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

Ekos
We're proud to sponsor the Brewer to Brewer podcast series. We're also proud that Ekos is the #1 craft beverage management software trusted by brewers worldwide to streamline the many moving parts of running a craft brewery — inventory, production, compliance, and sales — all in one platform. Ready to simplify your brewery? Visit goekos.com to learn more and book your demo.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
Fall gets busy fast. Seasonal releases, Oktoberfests, football weekends, packed taprooms. The last thing you need is to be waiting around on your label printer. StompStickers.com keeps things moving with fast print times, low minimums, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order. Thousands of breweries have trusted Stomp for over 30 years for labels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes, and more. Give them a shot this fall at https://stompstickers.com/ and use code TRY15 for 15% off your first order.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Matt Tarpey
• Guest: Todd Boera
• Sponsor: Ekos, Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: business, bread, taprooms, spontaneous, IPA,
• Photo Credits: Todd Boera and Matt Tarpey

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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Cream ale is a truly American beer style. Reflecting the agriculture of the northeast where the style originates, cream ale showcases corn and high diastatic power malt. In many respects, it is a simple beer: regular corn, simple malt and light hopping. But its simplicity is its superpower.

Cream ale is an easy-drinking beer that remains a regional favorite to this day. Comparisons to German helles are not inapt. Far from bland, an annual cream ale festival showcases the art of this American classic.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Hopsteiner
Let’s talk brewhouse efficiency: Replacing pellet loads with Salvo cannot only boost aroma density, but reduce trub load and increase beer wart. Seems like simple math, but if it is still not obvious— replacing pellets with Salvo can give you MORE BEER per batch with BETTER brewhouse efficiency. Salvo —designed for brewers who are tired of sacrificing yield for aroma Explore flavor solutions at http://shop.hopsteiner.com/.

Escarpment Laboratories
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

Athletic BrewingYour first sip of Athletic Brewing Company’s non-alcoholic beer is a game-changer – it tastes so good, you can’t believe it's non-alcoholic. They've won 185 taste awards to prove it. From goldens, to IPAS, lite brews or their new Lime & Salt brew, they’ve got a flavor for whatever the mood calls for - which means great beer, no hangovers, and guilt-free drinking every day of the week. You can try Athletic's non-alcoholic brews for yourself at over 75,000 grocery or liquor stores, bars and restaurants nationwide. Or check out limited styles, exclusively on their website.Go to Athleticbrewing.com to find stores near you or get brews shipped right to your door! Get 15% off your first online order.Terms and conditions and certain limitations apply. Athletic Brewing Company. Fit For All Times.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Hosts: Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guests: Andy Cook and Logan Ackerley
• Sponsors: Hopsteiner, Escarpment Laboratories, Athletic Brewing, All About Beer
• Tags: History, Brewing, Cream Ale,
• Photo: by Em Sauter

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com/

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JC Tetreault of Trillium interviews Matt Tarpey of The Veil

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: JC Tetreault
• Guest: Matt Tarpey
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, growth, spontaneous fermentation, farming, business
• Photo Credits: Matt Tarpey and JC Tetreault

• The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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Dino Funari of Vitamin Sea Brewing interviews JCTetreault of Trillium.

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
Fall gets busy fast. Seasonal releases, Oktoberfests, football weekends, packed taprooms. The last thing you need is to be waiting around on your label printer. StompStickers.com keeps things moving with fast print times, low minimums, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order. Thousands of breweries have trusted Stomp for over 30 years for labels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes, and more. Give them a shot this fall at https://stompstickers.com/ and use code TRY15 for 15% off your first order.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Dino Funari
• Guest: JC Tetreault
• Sponsor: John I. Haas, Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: Brewing, Business, Growth
• Photo Credits: JC Tetreault and Dino Funari

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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American IPAs have been brewed up and down the West Coast for over 45 years. In that time, they changed a lot. One of the most important moments for the style's evolution came in 1999, when Russian River released an early example of a double IPA. Pliny the Elder used techniques we now consider completely standard, but which were uncommon and even controversial then. In today's episode of One Iconic Beer, we hear from the beer's creator, Russian River co-founder Vinnie Cilurzo, and another West Coast legend, former Stone brewmaster and author of the book IPA, Mitch Steele. They tell the story of Pliny the Elder and the development of IPAs in the United States.

Visit https://www.allaboutbeer.com/ for more podcasts, to read original articles, and to get info on upcoming events.

Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This episode is sponsored by:

RahrBSGThis episode of the One Iconic Beer podcast is supported by RahrBSG – trusted supplier to brewers, distillers, and beverage makers across North America. From the barley field to your brewhouse, we’re proud to support the people behind great beer with the ingredients, expertise, and service they depend on. Whether you’re brewing the next great American Double IPA or crafting an award-winning continental lager, RahrbSG provides the industry’s finest quality, selection, and support. Behind every great – or even iconic – pint, there is a partner who knows what it takes to make it happen. RahrBSG is proud to keep the beer flowing with you.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

Escarpment Labs
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

• Host: Jeff Alworth
• Guests: Vinnie Cilurzo, Mitch Steele
• Sponsor: Escarpment Labratories, RahrBSG, All About Beer
• Tags: Russian River Brewing Co. Pliny the Elder, IPA
• Logo Design: Jeff Quinn

The following music was used for this media project:

Lounge R&B Piano
By Music_for_videos

https://pixabay.com/music/rnb-lounge-rampb-piano-166431/

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Ryan Lavery of Widowmaker Brewing interviews Dino Funari of Vitamin Sea.

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This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: Ryan Lavery
• Guest: Dino Funari
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, festivals, growth, Stadiums,
• Photo Credits:Dino Funari and Ryan Lavery

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Brad West of Xul Beer Co. interviews Ryan Lavery of Widowmaker Brewing Co.

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RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

Ekos
We're proud to sponsor the Brewer to Brewer podcast series. We're also proud that Ekos is the #1 craft beverage management software trusted by brewers worldwide to streamline the many moving parts of running a craft brewery — inventory, production, compliance, and sales — all in one platform. Ready to simplify your brewery? Visit goekos.com to learn more and book your demo.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
Fall gets busy fast. Seasonal releases, Oktoberfests, football weekends, packed taprooms. The last thing you need is to be waiting around on your label printer. StompStickers.com keeps things moving with fast print times, low minimums, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order. Thousands of breweries have trusted Stomp for over 30 years for labels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes, and more. Give them a shot this fall at https://stompstickers.com/ and use code TRY15 for 15% off your first order.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Brad West
• Guest: Ryan Lavery
• Sponsor: Ekos, Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: business, art, restaurants, growth, Boston
• Photo Credits: Ryan Lavery and Brad West

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Oktoberfest season! What started with a Bavarian royal wedding and horse race has turned into one of the biggest parties on the planet with tents, games, rides and most importantly, beer. But what are the differences between the way Germans brew the beer for Oktoberfest and how other countries do it? What about differences in parties, culture, food, and music?

This month on the All About Beer podcast, we talk to a brewer at the classic Munich, Germany based Hofbrau about their brewing practices for their very popular festbier and Chicagoland adjacent brewery Goldfinger about how they keep Bavarian tradition alive as well as create their own spin on the classic beers of this celebrated season. Prost!

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Hopsteiner
Let’s talk brewhouse efficiency: Replacing pellet loads with Salvo cannot only boost aroma density, but reduce trub load and increase beer wart. Seems like simple math, but if it is still not obvious— replacing pellets with Salvo can give you MORE BEER per batch with BETTER brewhouse efficiency. Salvo —designed for brewers who are tired of sacrificing yield for aroma Explore flavor solutions at http://shop.hopsteiner.com/.

Escarpment Laboratories
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

Athletic BrewingYour first sip of Athletic Brewing Company’s non-alcoholic beer is a game-changer – it tastes so good, you can’t believe it's non-alcoholic. They've won 185 taste awards to prove it. From goldens, to IPAS, lite brews or their new Lime & Salt brew, they’ve got a flavor for whatever the mood calls for - which means great beer, no hangovers, and guilt-free drinking every day of the week. You can try Athletic's non-alcoholic brews for yourself at over 75,000 grocery or liquor stores, bars and restaurants nationwide. Or check out limited styles, exclusively on their website.Go to Athleticbrewing.com to find stores near you or get brews shipped right to your door! Get 15% off your first online order.Terms and conditions and certain limitations apply. Athletic Brewing Company. Fit For All Times.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Hosts: Em Sauter and Don TSE
• Guests: Tom Beckmann, Dr. Jörg Lehmann
• Sponsors: Hopsteiner, Escarpment Laboratories, Athletic Brewing, All About Beer
• Tags: History, Brewing, Germany, Oktoberfest
• Photo: by John Holl

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Mike Pallen of Mikerphone Brewing interviews Brad West of Xul Beer Co.

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Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: Mike Pallen
• Guest: Brad West
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, festivals, growth, Stadiums,
• Photo Credits: Mike Pallen and Brad West

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Tom Knowlton of Drekker Brewery interviews Mike Pallen of Mikerphone Brewing Co.

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RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

John I. Haas
You don’t have to travel to Yakima to make hop selection part of your harvest. With Remote Selection from John I. Haas, your brewing team can evaluate hop samples right at the brewery and select the sensory profiles that best fit your beers. And through Next Gen Selection, minimum commitments start at just 220 pounds per variety, making meaningful hop selection accessible to more breweries. This harvest, make your hops your choice. Contact your Haas Sales Representative or visit https://www.johnihaas.com/Harvest/ for more information.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
Fall gets busy fast. Seasonal releases, Oktoberfests, football weekends, packed taprooms. The last thing you need is to be waiting around on your label printer. StompStickers.com keeps things moving with fast print times, low minimums, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order.
Thousands of breweries have trusted Stomp for over 30 years for labels, keg collars, coasters, beer boxes, and more. Give them a shot this fall at https://stompstickers.com/ and use code TRY15 for 15% off your first order.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Tom Knowlton
• Guest: Mike Pallen
• Sponsor: John I. Haas, Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: LTO, IPA, CHI, MKE,
• Photo Credits: Mike Pallen and Tom Knowlton

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Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
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Jared Pulliam of Lost Generation Brewing interviews Tom Knowlton of Drekker Brewery.

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Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

• Host: Jared Pulliam
• Guest: Tom Knowlton
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, festivals, football, business, IPA
• Photo Credits: Tom Knowlton and Jared Pulliam

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One beer “gave us a vocabulary that includes the word pilsner for a style of beer, the word pilsner for a type of malt, and the word pilsner for a type of glassware,” observes the Prague-based writer Evan Rail. “No other brewery has had that type of impact,” he concludes.

He isn’t exaggerating. It’s hard to argue that any other brewery or beer has had a greater impact on the world than Pilsner Urquell, the subject of this episode of One Iconic Beer. Among the first golden lagers ever made, it would soon spark a wave of imitators that would spread around the world, a legacy we can see in every pub and store that servers beer.

How did a brand-new brewery located in a small Bohemian town with no history of making lagers pull off this trick? And what was so special about the original pilsner that has allowed it to flourish for nearly two centuries?

We’ll hear from Rail, who has written more extensively about Czech beer than any English-language writer, about the breweries origins and its development over decades filled with revolution, war, and turmoil. We also hear from Kamil Ruzek, a brewer who has spent the past 24 years at the brewery. He takes us into the brewery and shows us how things work.

Join us for the remarkable story of the world’s most influential beer on this episode of One Iconic Beer.

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RahrBSGThis episode of the One Iconic Beer podcast is supported by RahrBSG – trusted supplier to brewers, distillers, and beverage makers across North America. From the barley field to your brewhouse, we’re proud to support the people behind great beer with the ingredients, expertise, and service they depend on. Whether you’re brewing the next great American Double IPA or crafting an award-winning continental lager, RahrbSG provides the industry’s finest quality, selection, and support. Behind every great – or even iconic – pint, there is a partner who knows what it takes to make it happen. RahrBSG is proud to keep the beer flowing with you.

Escarpment Labs
Tired of inconsistent fermentations and off-flavors in your beer? It’s time to strike back with Yeast Lightning Nutrient from Escarpment Labs. Unlike generic nutrients, Yeast Lightning is a balanced blend containing bioavailable zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins designed specifically for beer yeast. It’s been proven to shorten fermentation times and improve final beer flavor. Plus, it helps you get more generations out of your yeast, saving you money on every batch. Whether it's a dry-hopped IPA or a crisp lager, give your yeast the fuel they actually need. Order your first pack today by emailing sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Mention the All About Beer podcast to get free shipping on your first order.

• Host: Jeff Alworth
• Guests: Kamil Ruzek and Evan Rail
• Sponsor: Escarpment Labratories, RahrBSG, All About Beer
• Tags: Pilsner Urquell
• Logo Design: Jeff Quinn

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Elliott Johnson of Soul Mega interviews Jared Pulliam of Lost Generation Brewing Co.

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Click here to support independent journalism covering the beer industry.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

RahrBSG
Shopping for organic malt? There’s no need to pay a premium for imports. Gambrinus Malting has your organic brewing needs covered with a full lineup of certified organic malts, including Organic Pilsner, Pale, Munich Light, and Wheat. Crafted in British Columbia from the finest North American barley and wheat, Gambrinus organic malts deliver the performance you expect at domestic prices. For the organic malt you need at a price that’ll make you smile, the answer is simple: Order Gambrinus from RahrBSG.

Keg Logistics
As an industry-leading keg management partner, Keg Logistics delivers premium stainless-steel kegs with the flexibility you truly need.

Whether you're kegging your first batch or scaling your distribution, choose the program that fits: rent-to-own, flexible term leasing, or pay-per-fill. Get top-quality kegs without massive upfront costs, and terms that grow with you. Thousands of brewers, cider makers, and wineries trust Keg Logistics to keep production flowing. Head to http://keglogistics.com/allaboutbeer for your custom quote. Keg Logistics – Your Kegs. Your Choice.

Stomp Stickers
If you’ve been loyal to your current printer for years, we get it. Switching feels risky. That’s why StompStickers.com keeps it simple: low minimums for an easy test run, fast print times so you’re never stuck waiting, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every order. Thousands of brewers have already trusted them for over 30 years, and now you can try them for less. Head to StompStickers.com and use code TRY15 for 15% off your order.

Ekos
We're proud to sponsor the Brewer to Brewer podcast series. We're also proud that Ekos is the #1 craft beverage management software trusted by brewers worldwide to streamline the many moving parts of running a craft brewery — inventory, production, compliance, and sales — all in one platform. Ready to simplify your brewery? Visit goekos.com to learn more and book your demo.

All About Beer
At All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.

• Host: Elliott Johnson
• Guest: Jared Pulliam
• Sponsor: Ekos, Stomp Stickers, Keg Logistics, RahrBSG
• Tags: Czech Republic, IPA, Washington, D.C.
• Photo Credits: Jared Pulliam and Elliott Johnson

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Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
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Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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Zack Day of Funkytown Brewery interviews Elliott Johnson of Soul Mega.

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This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sennos
What if the secret to a better batch of beer started before fermentation ever began? By understanding the way water chemistry impacts the sensory quality of finished beer, and by analyzing fermentation and other data, brewers can control sensory aspects of their product like never before. Sennos put together a free eBook that breaks down water chemistry fundamentals every brewer should know — no fluff, just the fundamentals. Download Water Chemistry for Brewers at https://sennos.com/

Berkeley Yeast
Our Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It’s super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don’t have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.

Malteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit http://www.malteuropmaltingco.com/ to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

John I. Haas
When every pound of hops matters, brewers need products that work harder in the brewhouse. LupoMAX® was engineered to deliver concentrated lupulin, intense aroma expression, and reduced process loss, helping breweries improve yields while maintaining true-to-type hop character. Available in standout varieties like Citra®, Mosaic®, Krush®, and more, LupoMAX gives brewers a smarter path to bold flavor and operational efficiency. Talk with your Haas Sales Representative or visit lupohops.com for details.

• Host: Zack Day
• Guest: Elliott Johnson
• Sponsor: Sennos, Berkeley Yeast, John I. Haas, Malteurop
• Topics: Brewing, IPA, Growth, Chicago, business, Washington D.C.
• Photo Credits: Elliott Johnson and Zack Day

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProd
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod

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