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For this episode of Brewstilled, it’s a recap of HBO’s House of The Dragon episode 3 from season 2. In episode 3, we see our characters each embark on their separate paths with their own goals and agenda. The war has yet to begin, but the tension in the realm is brewing and distilling as more houses who were on the fence are now choosing sides. Yet, there is also a desire to prevent the war all together. This episode was more surreal in some cases and we had a surprise meeting towards the end. I’ll be recapping it here on Brewstilled with a Double IPA from Barrel Brothers Brewing Company as the beer pairing. 

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For this episode of Brewstilled, the Road to 40 continues as I’ll be discussing the last summer of my 30’s. The summer season is the one season that many see as filled with endless possibilities and as we approach our 40’s we may come to see summer differently. In this episode, I’ll recap my experiences at the recent beer festival called the Freshtival, my recent visit to Mattie Groves Brewing in Sacramento and what’s to come in the last summer in my 30’s. I’ll also be discussing the beer I recently tried out. It’s all here on Brewstilled. 

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For this episode of Brewstilled, I’ll be recapping episode 2 of the House of the Dragon season 2 from HBO. Episode 2 starts out immediately from the aftermath from the events of episode 1. With just 2 episodes in for season 2, we’re seeing what is becoming an escalating storyline. We saw perspectives from the viewpoints of Team Green and Team Black in this episode as we saw more of their struggles, goals and desires. We saw more secret alliances unfold, but as we all know nothing is ever what it appears to be in the Game of Thrones universe. I’ll be recapping it all here on Brewstilled with a Pale Ale from Russian River Brewing as the beer pairing. 

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For this episode of Brewstilled, I’ll be recapping the Season 2 premier for House of The Dragon from HBO. For the season 2 premiere, the battle lines have been drawn between Team Green and Team Black. Each side has their strengths and weaknesses as they prepare for the coming war. We also see where the characters stand. This episode is also known for its shocking ending that will no doubt play a big role in season 2. I’ll be recapping it here on Brewstilled with a Tart Ale from Great Notion Brewing as the beer pairing. 

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For this episode of Brewstilled, it’s the inaugural power rankings for the House of the Lombardi. In this episode, I’ll be ranking all 10 teams for the House of the Lombardi in terms of where they stand in the summer before the 2024 NFL season. Each of the House of the Lombardi teams have their own strengths, weaknesses and storylines that will play a role in determining their destiny in the 2024 NFL season. I’ll discuss the list and where each team ranks and how anything can change between now and the 2024 NFL season. An IPA from Russian River Brewing is on tap for the beer pairing. It’s all here on Brewstilled!

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For this episode of Brewstilled, I’ll be talking about possible destinations for Bill Belichick for the 2025 NFL season. The 2024 NFL season will be the first season without Bill Belichick in decades, but he’ll likely be back for the 2025 season with a whole new team. The key question is, where will Bill Belichick be for the 2025 NFL season? I’ll be talking about that topic of intrigue here on Brewstilled as no doubt the speculation will only continue until Bill Belichick finds a new team in 2025. I made a list of 6 teams with one of them being a dark horse who may call on Bill Belichick’s services for the 2025 NFL season and I’ll discuss each one. Yet is hiring Bill Belichick a good move? I’ll be discussing that as well. A West Coast IPA from Pure Project is on tap for the beer pairing. 

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For this edition of Brewstilled, I’ll be discussing the 10 key matchups for the 2024 NFL season within the House of The Lombardi. There are 21 games in total for the House of The Lombardi and I narrowed down the 10 key games that all occur in the 2024 NFL season for the House of The Lombardi teams. These games occur from week 1 to week 18 of the season. Some have rivalries, revenge games, and even a potential dark horse Super Bowl matchup. I’ll be discussing these games and how they might play a role in the 2024 NFL season. A rustic style Pilsner from Sante Adairius Rustic Ales is on tap for the beer pairing. 

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For this episode of Brewstilled, I’m joined by Andy from The Monks Cellar in Roseville California. The Monks Cellar is a Belgian Style Brewery who brews Belgian style beer, along with having a restaurant with an excellent food menu. In this episode, I talk with Andy about his start into brewing, the origins of The Monks Cellar, Belgian style beer and more. We also discuss the current state of the beer industry, which continues to get more complex by the day. This year’s California Craft Beer Summit is also discussed as we talk about our takeaways form this year’s California Craft Beer Summit. It’s all here on Brewstilled!

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In this episode of Brewstilled, it’s a Triple IPA showcase as I’ll be showcasing 5 Triple IPAs. I’ll also be describing the Triple IPA beer style. The Triple IPA is a unique beer style that is an enhanced beer style from the more traditional IPA. These IPA’s are hoppier and contain higher alcohol content. They’re also highly south after from craft beer enthusiast with Pliny the Younger from Russin River Brewing serving as a prime example. The 5 Triple IPA’s I’ll describe in this episode are prime examples of this beer style of intrigue. I’ll also provide a brief recap of my experiences at the 2024 Central Valley Brewfest in Turlock California. It’s all here on Brewstilled!

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For this episode of Brewstilled, we’ll be exploring a unique beer scene that has been surrounded by intrigue and mystery, the beer scene in North Korea. For many North Korea is an enigma that unfolds like a rubrics cube that can’t be solved. With all of the mysteries of this isolated regime, the North Korean regime has invested in its own beer scene that has captured the imagination of beer enthusiasts all around the world. Along with their beer scene, North Korea also has a lively drinking culture that possibly provides an escape from dismal life in the isolated regime. In this edition of Brewstilled, I’ll be discussing North Koreas beer scene and the role it plays in this regime of mystery.