The second episode in Jason Evans’ recording session brings a conversation about the Independent Brewing wort challenge, which Jason regularly competes in. Two examples of his entries are sampled during the discussion.

https://ia601505.us.archive.org/29/items/BrewtalBattleEpisode196/Brewtal%20Battle%20-%20Episode%20196.mp3

Devils Backbone Cran-Gose tart cranberry ale – 3

Blue Moon Cinnamon Horchata Ale w/cinnamon & long-grain rice – 2.5

Welcoming a new guest to the podcast, Carlin has the pleasure of learning the craft beer background of Jason Evans, while trying his latest homebrew. Jason goes in depth about how he brews before he gets a crack at blind tasting for the first time.

https://ia601500.us.archive.org/8/items/BrewtalBattleEpisode195/Brewtal%20Battle%20-%20Episode%20195.mp3

Goose Island Juliet wild ale aged in cabernet barrels w/blackberries – 2.5

New Holland Lost Dune golden ale w/blueberries & coriander – 2.5

Carlin and Rebecca tackle one of the hottest breweries in Maryland with this brewery showcase episode. Carlin breaks down the small town focus of the brewery while he and Rebecca taste four of their special release beers.

https://ia801505.us.archive.org/34/items/BrewtalBattleBurleyOakBrewingShowcaseEpisode/Brewtal%20Battle%20-%20Burley%20Oak%20Brewing%20Showcase%20Episode.mp3

Carlin’s favorite – Double Blueberry Peach J.R.E.A.M. sour w/lactose & fruit

Rebecca’s favorite – Citralaxy New England Style IPA

Another recent trip to the local liquor store yields four recent releases for this episode that evaluates what is currently sitting on the shelf. This particular episode packs a punch for Carlin and Rebecca, in a few different ways.

https://ia801500.us.archive.org/30/items/BrewtalBattleOnTheShelf2/Brewtal%20Battle%20-%20On%20The%20Shelf%202.mp3

Unanimous favorite – Epic Brewing Triple Barrel Big Bad Baptist Imperial Stout aged in whiskey & rum barrels w/cacao nibs, barrel-aged coffee beans & barrel-aged coconut added

Carlin tries going solo in this state of the podcast episode. He discusses where the podcast has been, where it is now, and what could help develop things in the future. This is no dry affair, as Carlin does a warm-up beer and two mystery beers on his own.

https://ia801503.us.archive.org/22/items/BrewtalBattleEpisode194/Brewtal%20Battle%20-%20Episode%20194.mp3

Captain Lawrence 6th Borough Pilsner – 4

Magic Hat Heart of Darkness Stout – 2