A Woman’s Brew

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? And we’ve got a few podcast stats to wow you with.

What has been your favourite episode over the last 4 years? Let us know!

Jo's beer scone recipe can be found here: https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/lovebeerlearningblog/baking-with-beer-scones

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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 favourite Italian Pils you can recommend us?

Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq

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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 actually the perfect pairing?

As well as investigating people’s attitudes towards airport beers, we also discuss our top drinking moments – do yours match ours or those of the article, which you can find below:

https://www.beerguild.co.uk/news/all-holidaying-brits-want-is-a-beer-they-can-drink-with-breakfast-now-a-package-holiday-company-has-delivered/

Do you grab an airport beer before you go on holiday? Let us know!

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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 have harnessed their resources to master the art of creating non-alcoholic versions of their classic recipes, while smaller brewers continue to innovate despite financial constraints.

We'll take you through the sensory experience of tasting alcohol-free beers, breaking down the nuances in flavour, mouthfeel, and mouth-watering potential. Examining everything from the technology behind 0% ABV brewing, to a fun taste test of a cinnamon bun verses cinnamon and coffee stout from Mash Gang, our discussion covers the growing demand for health-conscious alternatives and the importance of consistent quality in craft beer venues.

We also delve into intriguing collaborations, such as a chocolate stout from Northern Monk partnering with Leeds-based Get Baked, analysing how ingredients like lactose can impact taste and accessibility. Whether you’re curious about how non-alcoholic stouts stack up to their full-strength counterparts, or looking for the next great alcohol-free drink, we've got recommendations and insights to share.

Would you drink a 0% Guinness, or would you rather just have a soda? Let us know!

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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 favourite type of pilsner? Let us know!

Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq

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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 flags – this was a great one and we’ve put the question back in the jar to come up with amber and green flags next time!

Have you got questions for us to add to the jar? Let us know and we’ll pop it in!

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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, and fruity funk that make these beers so unique.

We will also take you through the fascinating history of Gueuze, the specific serving temperatures, and the traditional glassware that enhance the drinking experience. You'll hear about their adventures finding Lambic baskets, the artistry behind the brewing process, and the fascinating revival of traditional beer styles in Belgium.

In this episode we drank

Oude Geuze from Boon

Cuvee Rene Oude Gueuze by Lindemans

Do you want us to explore the lambic styles more? Let us know!

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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 spice ale (obvs!), a non alcoholic sour and a Flanders red! We share what works (and what doesn’t!) and talk you through where we got our chocolates from so you can create your own delicious pairings.

What is your favourite chocolate and what beer would you pair it with? Let us know!

Buy a copy of Pairing Beer & Chocolate from Bean to Barstool here:

https://www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/pairing-beer-chocolate-book

Find Bean to Barstool on Instagram here:

https://www.instagram.com/beantobarstool/

Grab Jo’s beer & chocolate pairing kit here:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1163176689/beer-and-chocolate-pairing-kit-beer-and?click_key=cd5772abc9cbcfc5bf727fd0f4397a03a7f3d339%3A1163176689&click_sum=9656aa96&ref=shop_home_active_1

Find chocolate here:

https://cocoarunners.com/

Find our beer & Halloween candy pairing episode here:

https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/a-womans-brew-podcast/episode-112-beer-amp-candy-pairing

Find our beer & chocolate bar comparison with Vocation’s Celebration beers here:

https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/a-womans-brew-podcast/episode-121-a-vocations-christmas

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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), find out who brews better – head brewers or ghosts, and how the best versions of beers may be picked by our feline friends.

We found two great examples of the Vienna lager style from home and abroad:

Elements #12 Vienna lager from Wild Horse in Wales

Chungdamdong Myuhnuri by Artmonster Brewery in Korea

This can be a difficult style to find, but if you do let us know where you got it!

Here is the great article Jo mentioned:

https://learn.kegerator.com/vienna-lager/

ICYMI - check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq

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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 beer cocktail versions of an Amaretto Sour. Tori tries an addition of a wheat beer and Jo adds a citrusy pale ale – but does it work?

Beers we tried:

The Way To Amaretto by Brew York x Unbarred

Death by Amaretto Sour by Vocation

Are you new to Amaretto Sours or are they a staple on your drinks menu? Let us know!

Did you miss our other cocktail inspired episodes? Catch up

here:

Strawberry Daiquiri

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=8f9aefbf-c009-455e-abd6-cbdd15b810ce&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Pina Colada

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=0756e7c9-5c2a-4ecd-9ab8-3a171d98f81f&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Margarita:

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=dedc5856-3ab7-43db-a74c-fd399c3ea053&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Mojito:

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=fd1b3a7a-b6bb-4f29-9e49-346ecca4953c&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Mixed Drinks:

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=a12ddc8c-4ea3-47ad-80f4-c6e06dfafede&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Espresso Martinii:

https://podcasts.helloaudio.fm/player?episodeId=fa6fbe03-4046-4a72-9a33-8d0cd088bcca&code=ZDrObY3z8e¢ered=true

Get in Touch:

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Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk

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Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism

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