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September 08, 2019 Back to School: Beer School
To kick off the new season, and the new school year our guest this week is Hutch Kugeman. He is the headbrewer and co-instructor of The Art of Science and Brewing class at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He explains how the curriculum was developed, what is covered in the class, the ever-expanding craft beer scene in the Hudson Valley, and the CIA's upcoming educational beer festival - Brew U.
28 min
August 26, 2019 Beer in Atlanta
The Atlanta beer scene is rapidly changing - there are new breweries, markets, bars, and laws. This week on Beer Me on the road, we chat with Bar Manager of Hop City Craft Beer & Wine, Sara Franco, to discuss these changes. We also dive into how selecting beer and training staff is different in Atlanta, some new breweries that are worth the trip, and a few off-topic points.
31 min
August 06, 2019 Craft Beer and Church
Throughout the centuries, beer and church have intertwined - however, there have also been decided separations, especially in the US, before, during, and after prohibition. Those worlds are starting to blend more within craft beer: there is a craft brewery in Orlando that is also a church. This week we chat with Aaron Schmalzle, co-founder of Castle Church Brewing Community in Orlando, Florida. Aaron describes how the quest to homebrew a replica of beer favored by Martin Luther lead him to open a brewery church, and how that operates today.
27 min
July 24, 2019 Beer importers and beer trends in New Orleans
This week we are in New Orleans chatting with Zackary Shelton, General Manager of Cochon Butcher, and a member of the Shelton Brothers Imports family. We talk about beer trends in New Orleans and staff beer education. We also dive into how Shelton Brothers got their start, how they were able to introduce breweries such as Cantillon to the US market, and the role importers play in beer trends.
25 min
July 15, 2019 Maintaining a brand: how to keep true to a brewery's story
We chat with Neil Callaghan, Brand Manager of Cigar City Brewing Company. Originally opened in 2009, this brewery has grown significantly. They now distribute throughout the U.S. and to 15 other countries around the world. How does a small brewery stay true to their brand, their story? This question is answered along with a few detours.
31 min
July 08, 2019 Beer Canning and Clarity
This episode of "Beer Me on the Road" we go to Fairwinds Brewery in Alexandria, VA. We sit down with Charlie Buettner, Brewmaster + CEO and Chris Banich Sales + Operations Manager of Fairwinds. As more breweries are turning to canned beer over bottled, we talk about the ups and downs of using a contract canner vs. installing your own canning line. We also dive into important considerations for canning beer. Fairwinds Brewery is also known for their particularly clear beer. With hazy being all the rage, we discuss what inspired this choice, and what goes into clarifying a beer.
31 min
June 26, 2019 Let's talk about malt
With the rise of hazy IPAs, hops are the main focus for a lot of beer fans. Aromas and flavors of tropical fruit, citrus, pine, herbs, all come from hops. Yes, hops are sexy, but let's talk about malt. Newly elected President of the DC Homebrewers Club, Omar Al-Nidawi and I discuss a malt experiment over a few pints at U street's Saloon. This is our first edition of Beer Me on the road.
30 min
June 10, 2019 Beer Economics
Bart Watson, Chief Economist of the Brewers Association comes by to chat about what exactly an economist does for the brewing industry, how he gets his data and some new stats. We dive into Boston Beer Co. and Dogfish Head joining forces, as well as the Brewers Association Annual Hill Climb.
25 min
June 03, 2019 Building a Brewery
Red Bear Brewing Company recently opened in the NOMA neighborhood of Washington DC. Brewery owners and operators Simon Bee, Bryan Van Den Oever, and Cameron Raspet come by to chat about the opening process. They discuss different decisions they've made and how those decisions have gone on to mold the guest experience, the employee experience, and their experience. If you have ever dreamed about opening a brewery or any business, this is an episode for you!
29 min
May 20, 2019 Expanding a Brewery
Expanding any business is filled with challenges and decisions, expanding a brewery is no exception. Julie Verratti, co-owner, and chief brand officer of Denizens Brewing Co. is in to explain the process of deciding to expand the brewery, things learned in the process and consistency in their brand & culture.
28 min

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Every week a featured guest will help to explore a different part of the dynamic beer world. This will allow you to examine the beer world through different lenses. Whether you are new to beer, or a…