All About Beer

Brian Hutchinson of Cannonball Creek interviews Michael Aubuchon of Koakai Brewing Co. and Kyoto Japanese Market in Oceanside, CA

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
Malteurop 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 www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at [email protected] or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

Ollie
It doesn’t matter what size your brewery is. 1 barrel or 1,000. Maybe you’re in planning. Whatever the size or situation, Ollie has helped brewers save money and become more efficient. The best part? When you’re talking to the Ollie team, you’re talking to people who have worked in the industry. Learn more about Ollie and how it’s transforming breweries everywhere at getollie.com/pod.

• Host: Brian Hutchinson
• Guest: Michael Aubuchon
• Sponsor:  Malt Europ, Ollie, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Hops, Business, Colorado, California, Rice Lager
• Photo Credits: Courtesy of Brian Hutchinson and Michael Aubuchon

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Since bursting onto the scene in 1999, double IPA or imperial IPA has captured the imagination of brewers and the taste buds of consumers.  It is consistently one of the most competitive categories at beer competitions like the World Beer Cup and the Great American Beer Festival.So what makes great, award-winning double IPA?  And how do brewers that brew it well continue to evolve their beers as consumer trends change, so their beers continue to be relevant and continue to win medals?  Two Brewery of the Year winners tell us the secrets to brewing great double IPA on this episode of the All About Beer Podcast.  Spoiler alert: it’s not just hops that are important.

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Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, where trailblazing runs in the family. From crafting a movement with their iconic Pale Ale, to taking the IPA haze craze nationwide with Hazy Little Thing – it’s an adventurous spirit you can taste in every sip. Find your next favorite beer wherever fine beverages are sold. With new brews for every season, there’s always something to discover. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Still Family-Owned, Operated & Argued Over.

• Hosts:  Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guests: Matt Cole, Stefan Weber
• Sponsors: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., All About Beer
• Tags: IPA, Hops, Double IPA, Imperial IPA, Brewing
• Photo: John Holl

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Alex Bakken of Westbound & Down interviews Brian Hutchinson of Cannonball Creek Brewing Company.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
Malteurop 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 www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at [email protected] or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

FirsdTea
Firsd Tea is a proud sponsor of the Brewer to Brewer podcast. Firsd Tea offers more than tea, bringing herbs and botanicals from across the globe to your doorstep. Be it flower, root, or leaf, contact Firsd Tea to find colorful, fragrant, flavorful botanicals. Email [email protected]  for more.

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: Alex Bakken
• Guest: Brian Hutchinson
• Sponsor:  Malt Europ, FirsdTea, All About Beer
• Tags: Lager, IPA, Hops, Selection, Ownership
• Photo Credits:  Courtesy of Alex Bakken and Brian Hutchinson

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

Pilsner Urquell is one of the most famous beers in the world and many would argue it’s the original golden lager as, after all, “Pilsner Urquell” means Original Pilsner. But what is its origin story, how is it brewed and how has Pilsner Urquell the beer evolved (if at all) from its invention in 1842 in the town of Plzen, Czech Republic?

On this episode of the “All About Beer” podcast, we talk to Brewmaster Emeritus and Plzen native Václav Berka about the history of golden lager from the Czech perspective and how Pilsner Urquell conquered the world and brought Czech lager and drinking traditions to mankind.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

RahrBSG
Need ingredients and supplies that deliver consistent, high-quality beer? RahrBSG has you covered. From hops to malt to yeast to unbeatable customer service, we are dedicated to your success. RahrBSG—Ingredients for Greatness.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, where trailblazing runs in the family. From crafting a movement with their iconic Pale Ale, to taking the IPA haze craze nationwide with Hazy Little Thing – it’s an adventurous spirit you can taste in every sip. Find your next favorite beer wherever fine beverages are sold. With new brews for every season, there’s always something to discover. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Still Family-Owned, Operated & Argued Over.

• Hosts:  Em Sauter and Don Tse
• Guest: Václav Berka
• Sponsors: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., RahrBSG, All About Beer
• Tags: Czech Republic, Pilsner, Czech Lager
• Photo: Andy Crouch

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

Whitney Burnside of Grand Fir Brewing interviews Alex Bakken of Westbound & Down.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
Malteurop 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 www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at [email protected] or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

Ollie
It doesn’t matter what size your brewery is. 1 barrel or 1,000. Maybe you’re in planning. Whatever the size or situation, Ollie has helped brewers save money and become more efficient. The best part? When you’re talking to the Ollie team, you’re talking to people who have worked in the industry. Learn more about Ollie and how it’s transforming breweries everywhere at getollie.com/pod.

• Host: Whitney Burnside
• Guest: Alex Bakken
• Sponsor:  Malt Europ, Ollie, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Hops, Business, Colorado, Cask Ale
• Photo Credits: Courtesy of Alex Bakken and Whitney Burnside

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

Japanese rice lagers are having a moment in the beer industry right now. It feels like nowadays everyone is brewing one and they’ve become a popular part of the golden lager trend. But what goes into making them and what unique ways are people exploring to bring this style to the next level? We’ve also been told that rice is just a cheap adjunct that adds no flavor of consequence but new research suggests that rice is more than it seems.
 

On this episode of the All About Beer podcast, we talk to a brewery owner about new ways to brew Japanese rice lager (foeders?!) and a food scientist who gives us the new facts on rice flavor.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, where trailblazing runs in the family. From crafting a movement with their iconic Pale Ale, to taking the IPA haze craze nationwide with Hazy Little Thing – it’s an adventurous spirit you can taste in every sip. Find your next favorite beer wherever fine beverages are sold. With new brews for every season, there’s always something to discover. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Still Family-Owned, Operated & Argued Over.

• Hosts:  Em Sauter and Don Tse
• Guests: Sean Buchan and Scott Lafontaine
• Sponsors: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., All About Beer
• Tags: Rice Lager, Brewing, Flavor, Process
• Photo: John Holl

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

Jesse Brown of Formula Brewing interviews Whitney Burnside of Grand Fir Brewing.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
Malteurop 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 www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at [email protected] or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

FirsdTea
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 for those warm, earthy notes of the season. Talk with the team at Firsd Tea, and they'll help you find the best way to use rooibos and other botanicals for your next project. Email [email protected]  for more.

• Host: Jesse Brown
• Guest: Whitney Burnside
• Sponsor:  Malt Europ, FirsdTea, All About Beer
• Tags: Lager, IPA, Hops, Selection, Ownership
• Photo Credits:  Courtesy of Whitney Burnside and Jesse Brown

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

There’s been a lot written about the state of the beer industry.  Overall beer is down.  Craft beer is down.  Breweries are closing.  But is it all doom and doom?  Is this “the new normal,” or is this temporary?

Statistics tell us the truth.  And while it is true that the industry is facing headwinds, there are segments and beers that are doing well.  What can we learn from those positive trends to take beer into the future?

This Episode is Sponsored by:

RahrBSG
Need ingredients and supplies that deliver consistent, high-quality beer? RahrBSG has you covered. From hops to malt to yeast to unbeatable customer service, we are dedicated to your success. RahrBSG—Ingredients for Greatness.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, where trailblazing runs in the family. From crafting a movement with their iconic Pale Ale, to taking the IPA haze craze nationwide with Hazy Little Thing – it’s an adventurous spirit you can taste in every sip. Find your next favorite beer wherever fine beverages are sold. With new brews for every season, there’s always something to discover. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Still Family-Owned, Operated & Argued Over.

• Hosts:  Don Tse and Em Sauter
• Guest: Jessica Infante and Christopher Shepard
• Sponsors: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., RahrBSG, All About Beer
• Tags: Beer industry, news, IPA
• Photo: 

The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
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Artist website: https://incompetech.com

Ashleigh Carter of Bierstadt Lagerhaus interviews Jeff Bagby of Bagby Brewing.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Brewery Branding Co.
Since 2009, Brewery Branding has been crafting merch that helps breweries thrive.They’re born and raised in Portland, Oregon, giving them front row seats to the craft beer revolution and inspiring them to serve as your industry ally for everything branded: apparel, headwear, drinkware, and all the “wouldn’t it be cool if…” ideas you can dream up. 

Brewery Branding has been there, done that, and made the t-shirts to prove it.​ Brewery Branding didn’t rise to the top by being just another supplier; they’re your merch mercenaries ready to get in the trenches with you. Their expert design team, online stores, warehousing, and fulfillment services are here to make your life easier—and your custom goods more profitable than painful.​

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Whether you're refreshing your retail space, gearing up for festival season, or launching a new product in retail, Brewery Branding delivers custom goods that are on-trend, on-brand, and ready to succeed. From the smallest batch to the biggest order, nothing gets them more excited than raising a glass to your success.

Firsd Tea
Firsd Tea is a proud sponsor of Brewer to Brewer. Firsd Tea has worked with top brewers across the country to bring popular and innovative ingredients to beer and hard tea. Contact Firsd Tea to learn more about  natural and flavorful teas, botanicals and instant teas. Email [email protected] to find out more.

• Host: Ashleigh Carter
• Guest: Jeff Bagby
• Sponsor:  Brewery Branding, Firsd Tea, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Business, Planning, IPA, 
• Photo Credits: Courtesy of Jeff Bagby and Ashleigh Carter

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

Spencer Longhurst of Barrique Brewing and Blending interviews Jesse Brown of Formula Brewing.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
Malteurop 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 www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at [email protected] or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.

Ollie
It doesn’t matter what size your brewery is. 1 barrel or 1,000. Maybe you’re in planning. Whatever the size or situation, Ollie has helped brewers save money and become more efficient. The best part? When you’re talking to the Ollie team, you’re talking to people who have worked in the industry. Learn more about Ollie and how it’s transforming breweries everywhere at getollie.com/pod.

• Host: Spencer Longhurst
• Guest: Jesse Brown
• Sponsor:  Malt Europ, Ollie, All About Beer
• Tags: Brewing, Hops, Business
• Photo Credits: Courtesy of Spencer Longhurst and by April Hughes.

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