In this episode, Adam talks to Dr. Matt Winans of Fermentis and discusses all things yeast and fermentation!#probrewer #professionalbrewer #howtobrew #brewery #homebrew #waterchemistry #ipa #dryhop #neipa If you are interested in my consultation & marketing services, or just want to know more, please check out the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QuXzi8IaBIzlIchBbiWvnX4h6QcTcMBQ/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: Blichmann Engineering Pro BrewingWebsite: https://www.blichmannengineering.com/pro-brewingEmail: [email protected]: Brewed Fiscally - For all of your brewery financial needs! https://brewedfiscally.com/#howtobrew #probrewer #brewerylife #howtobrewbeer #howtomakebeer #craftbeerbrewing ---Hello, I am Adam! I am professional brewer and educator outside of Cincinnati, OH. I am a former high school and university educator, and I have been making beer for a living for over a decade. My goal here is to give a behind-the-scenes look into the craft brewing industry, and to share any knowledge I have. I am not the perfect brewer, but I am always pushing myself to get better and to learn more. Our goal in the brewhouse is to always aim for the bullseye, knowing we will never hit it. That mantra keeps us focused on continual growth, and helps us appreciate the journey of improving as brewers.If you have questions like: How to keg beer in a brewery - How to make beer in a commercial brewery - How to harvest yeast in a brewery - How to dry hop in a brewery - How to can beer in a brewery - How to clean a fermenter in a brewery - How to transfer beer in a brewery - How to purge a tank in a brewery - How to add fruit to a beer in a brewery - How to brew beer in a microbrewery - How to add coffee to a beer in a brewery - How to become a professional brewer, you have come to the right place!

In this podcast professional brewer Adam Mills takes all of your beer and brewing questions!#probrewer #professionalbrewer #howtobrew #brewery #homebrew #waterchemistry #ipa #dryhop #neipa If you are interested in my consultation & marketing services, or just want to know more, please check out the link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QuXzi8IaBIzlIchBbiWvnX4h6QcTcMBQ/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: Blichmann Engineering Pro BrewingWebsite: https://www.blichmannengineering.com/pro-brewingEmail: [email protected]: Brewed Fiscally - For all of your brewery financial needs! https://brewedfiscally.com/#howtobrew #probrewer #brewerylife #howtobrewbeer #howtomakebeer #craftbeerbrewing ---Hello, I am Adam! I am professional brewer and educator outside of Cincinnati, OH. I am a former high school and university educator, and I have been making beer for a living for over a decade. My goal here is to give a behind-the-scenes look into the craft brewing industry, and to share any knowledge I have. I am not the perfect brewer, but I am always pushing myself to get better and to learn more. Our goal in the brewhouse is to always aim for the bullseye, knowing we will never hit it. That mantra keeps us focused on continual growth, and helps us appreciate the journey of improving as brewers.If you have questions like: How to keg beer in a brewery - How to make beer in a commercial brewery - How to harvest yeast in a brewery - How to dry hop in a brewery - How to can beer in a brewery - How to clean a fermenter in a brewery - How to transfer beer in a brewery - How to purge a tank in a brewery - How to add fruit to a beer in a brewery - How to brew beer in a microbrewery - How to add coffee to a beer in a brewery - How to become a professional brewer, you have come to the right place!

I’m talking with Antonio Sanchez, aka @wortwrangler — hands down the best brewery meme-maker on the internet. He’s done it all in the industry from brewing, sales, marketing, and more!

We’re digging into:🍻 Knockout hops & layering late-boil flavor🧪 Hop oils, concentrates & maximizing aroma💜 Plus, a real convo about Antonio’s fight with lupus — and how the beer community can show up.

If you’ve ever shared one of his memes or learned from his posts, this is a chance to give back.

👉 Support Antonio’s GoFundMe:https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-antonio-sanchezs-wort-wrangler-battle-with-lupus #IndustryProPodcast #WortWrangler #LupusAwareness #SupportAntonio #CraftBeerMemeKing #HopOils #KnockoutHops #BreweryBranding #YeastNerdsUnite #FruitedBeer #CraftBeerCommunity #GoFundMe #MemeLordBrewer #BeerPodcast #AdamMakesBeer #BrewForACause

I’m sitting down with Devin Smith, Head Brewer at Clarion River Brewing and President of MBAA District Pittsburgh 👏 !
Devin’s making serious moves in the brewing world, and we’re diving into:
🌿 Her path into the industry
🌶️ Brewing with herbs & spices
🏛 Leading in the MBAA
…and a whole lot more.
This is gonna be a killer conversation for anyone passionate about flavor, craft, and community in beer.
🎧 Episode drops soon — stay tuned!
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🎙 Episode 60 – It’s Not About You: Growing as a MentorIndustry Pro Podcast with Adam MillsIn this episode, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked (and most powerful) skills in professional growth: mentorship. Whether you’re a head brewer, a production lead, or someone building a team from scratch, your ability to lead and develop others could be the most important part of your career.And here’s the hard truth: mentorship isn’t about you. It’s about who you’re serving.💡 In this episode, I cover:Why great mentors focus on others, not themselvesHow knowing your own strengths helps you guide othersWhy telling the truth — even when it’s uncomfortable — is the real key to growthThe critical importance of setting clear expectationsWhat I’ve gotten wrong as a mentor — and how I’ve grown from itActionable steps to become a more honest, effective, and respected mentor🔥 Special Segment: “Where I Failed”I share one of the biggest mistakes I made early on as a mentor, how it held my team back, and the shift that changed everything.This episode kicks off a new series on Career Development for Brewers and Beverage Pros, where we’re digging into practical, purpose-driven strategies to help you grow — not just in your job, but in your career.If you’re looking to step into leadership, build others up, and become someone people want to follow, this one’s for you.📌 Subscribe for more career-building content for brewers, leaders, and professionals in the beverage world.🎧 Listen to the full Career Development series on your favorite podcast app.#IndustryProPodcast #CareerDevelopment #Mentorship #BrewerToLeader #BreweryLeadership #MentorMindset #BreweryCulture #CraftBeerCareers #AdamMakesBeer #ProfessionalGrowth #BrewerLife #LeadershipDevelopment #BrewingIndustry #MentorshipMatters #TellTheTruth #It’sNotAboutYou #BeverageProfessionals #BeerIndustryPodcastIf you have questions like: How to keg beer in a brewery - How to make beer in a commercial brewery - How to harvest yeast in a brewery - How to dry hop in a brewery - How to can beer in a brewery - How to clean a fermenter in a brewery - How to transfer beer in a brewery - How to purge a tank in a brewery - How to add fruit to a beer in a brewery - How to brew beer in a microbrewery - How to add coffee to a beer in a brewery - How to become a professional brewer, you have come to the right place!

I'm kicking off a Career Development Podcast Series to help you build a career with stability, clarity, and meaning. (Link to the worksheet that accompanies this episode below)We’re starting with the one and only: Simon Sinek’s “Start With Why”. (It would be a great idea to watch the talk, linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA ). I’ll break down the biggest takeaways, how it’s changed my own path, and how you can start putting it into practice right now. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your job or wondered what’s next — this is for you.✅ Honest real life examples✅ Actionable steps✅ Career growth without the corporate fluffLink To Find Your Why - Career Development Worksheet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ENV1kH2f6umr3OcP4i2-LkSfqydds9Fh/view?usp=sharing#CareerDevelopment #StartWithWhy #SimonSinek #FindYourWhy #ProfessionalGrowth #PurposeDrivenCareer #AdamMakesBeer #BreweryLife #LeadershipTools

🎙 Episode 58 – Craig Thomas | Brewing Innovation at Abstrax HopsIndustry Pro Podcast – Hosted by Adam MillsIn this episode, we delve into the forefront of brewing innovation with Craig Thomas, of Abstrax Hops. With a rich background in brewing and sensory science, Craig brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.About Craig Thomas:Craig began his brewing journey in Edinburgh, Scotland, before earning a Master of Science in Brewing and Distilling from Heriot-Watt University. His career includes roles at Cara Technology, where he provided global sensory consultancy, and at Firestone Walker Brewing Company, managing their sensory program. In 2023, Craig joined Abstrax Hops to spearhead innovative solutions in the American brewing scene. He is a Master Cicerone®, a seasoned GABF and WBC judge, and actively contributes to the BA's Draught Beer Quality Subcommittee and the ASBC's Sensory Subcommittee.Topics Covered:Craig's career journey from Scotland to the forefront of American brewing innovationThe science and application of Abstrax Hops' terpene-based productsInsights into sensory analysis and its role in brewingThe development and impact of TTB-approved, botanically derived hop extractsFuture trends in hop utilization and flavor enhancement in craft brewingLearn More: 🌐 Abstrax Hops: https://abstraxhops.com#BreweryLife #ProBrewer #AbstraxHops #IPA #CraftBeerInnovation #TerpeneTechnology #SensoryScience #MasterCicerone #BrewingInnovation #HopExtracts #CraftBrewing #BeerScience #BrewingPodcast #NEIPA

🎙 Episode 57 – Ken Schramm | Schramm’s Mead & The Compleat MeadmakerIndustry Pro Podcast – Hosted by Adam MillsIn this episode, we sit down with legendary meadmaker Ken Schramm, founder of Schramm’s Mead and author of The Compleat Meadmaker. Known as one of the most influential voices in modern mead, Ken shares insights from over three decades in fermentation—from homebrewing beginnings to shaping the future of the mead industry.We cover:🍯 Ken’s path into the beverage world and the founding of Schramm’s Mead🌳 His hands-on work in fruit selection and orchard management🧪 The parallels between brewing beer and making mead🧬 Yeast selection, nutrient additions, and common mistakes in meadmaking📜 Legal and industry challenges facing meadmakers today🧠 Career development, legacy, and advice for the next generation of fermentersWhether you're a pro brewer, fermentation geek, or curious drinker, this episode is packed with wisdom, science, and storytelling.💡 Sponsored by:• Blichmann Engineering – Pro brewing systems that scale with you.• Brewed Fiscally – Financial strategy and bookkeeping for growing breweries.🔔 Subscribe for more expert interviews and deep dives into the beverage industry!📌 Learn more about Schramm’s Mead: https://schrammsmead.com📚 Get “The Compleat Meadmaker”: https://www.brewerspublications.com/products/the-compleat-meadmaker#IndustryProPodcast #KenSchramm #SchrammsMead #Meadmaker #FermentationScience #CraftMead #Homebrewing #TheCompleatMeadmaker #BreweryLife #CraftBeverage #YeastScience #FruitFermentation #MeadMaking #BrewingCareer #AdamMakesBeer #MeadPodcast

Join us live at 6pm EST this Wednesday on YouTube with guest Gabrielle Lannes Maurey, Head Brewer of @cervejariadogma 🔥We will chat about her path into the industry, the exciting beers they make at Dogma, some of the awesome equipment she gets to use, and more!#probrewer #brewer #ipa #hazyipa #homebrew #brewerylife #craftbeer #lager Adam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: Blichmann Engineering Pro BrewingWebsite: https://www.blichmannengineering.com/pro-brewingEmail: [email protected], I am Adam! I am a professional brewer, consultant, and content creator outside of Cincinnati, OH. I am a former high school and university educator, and I have been making beer for a living for over a decade. My goal here is to give a behind-the-scenes look into the craft brewing industry, and to share any knowledge I have. I am not the perfect brewer, but I am always pushing myself to get better and to learn more. Our goal in the brewhouse is to always aim for the bullseye, knowing we will never hit it. That mantra keeps us focused on continual growth, and helps us appreciate the journey of improving as brewers.

We’re sitting down with Shanleigh Thomsen (@shanferments) — fermentation scientist, industry strategist, and an insightful voice in the alcohol space.With a decade of experience across brewing, hops, and product development, Shan has worked at every level of the alcohol supply chain — from global beverage brands to regional farms. She holds a Master’s in Food Science and is currently pursuing her MBA at UC Davis, where she focuses on market strategy and ingredient innovation.In this episode, we’ll dig into:🌿 Behind-the-scenes of hop growing & the seasonal realities of the supply chain🍇 What brewers and drinkers get wrong about sourcing ingredients🔬 Fermentation trends across beer, wine, cider & non-alc🌎 Sustainability & storytelling in craft beverage marketingThis one’s a must-listen for brewers, brand builders, and fermentation nerds alike.#IndustryProPodcast #ShanFerments #BreakingBrews #FermentationScience #CraftBeer #HopHarvest #AlcoholInnovation #SustainableBrewing #CraftBeverage #WomenInBeer #BreweryLife #BeverageMarketing #IngredientSourcing #FutureOfFermentation #BrewingIndustry #SensoryScience