This is the first episode devoted to the pairing of craft beer and food. Carlin and Rebecca kick things off in sugary, creamy style by seeing how four different flavors of ice cream match up with four different types of stouts. The big take away? Stouts and ice cream, just do it. Overall Best Ice […]

In Mike’s final episode of the recording session, Carlin fills Mike in on his experience with a place called Birroteca. A few other locations enter the discussion, which gets Carlin gung-ho about some new local places to enjoy craft beer. Revolver Brewing Blood & Honey Ale w/blood orange peel, honey & spices – 3.5 Ellicottville […]

With Mike Jonczak still in the house, he and Carlin talk about a topic you can’t avoid in craft beer, acquisitions. Once that topic has been exhausted, the guys move to the mystery beers, which serve as a delicious reward, especially one of them. Fremont Brewing Bourbon Barrel Abominable Winter Warmer – 6 Bell’s Kalamazoo […]

Mike Jonczak gets to try a tasty warm-up beer while he talks about what he’s been up to lately. Fireworks, bourbon barrels and trying as many beers as he can sums it up. Then, mystery beers deliver some solid stuff, including one beer Carlin’s been meaning to get around to trying. Stillwater Artisanal Ales Vacuum […]

Carlin covers information on different types of lagers, while Rebecca just wants to taste the example beers. The tasting ends with an impromptu food pairing and an eventual teaser about episodes to come. Unanimous Favorite – Troegs Brewing’s Troegenator Doppelbock

A young brewery is already expanding into Carlin’s neck of the woods, and he is wondering if this is too soon. Jordan throws in his two cents, thoroughly covering the topic. Then, Jordan finds a beer to look out for in one of the mystery brews. Evil Genius I Love Lamp Pineapple Hefeweizen – 4.5 […]

Carlin welcomes long-time podcasting pal, Jordan Dennis, for his first Brewtal Battle appearance. After talking about Jordan’s limited involvement with beer, he gets his first shot at rating mystery beers, which brings one big surprise. Fremont Brewing The Sister Imperial IPA – 4.5 Broken Barrel Blue Agave Infused Ale Aged w/Tequila Staves – 2

Because of their recent trip to Oregon, Carlin and Rebecca jump back to the west coast for this brewery showcase episode. Sustainability, life and work balance, and the production of good beer are the main drives of this brewery, which the two find to be the perfect trifecta. Carlin’s Favorite – Dawn Of The Red […]

It’s the day after the conclusion of the Beer Me Bro competition and Kyle Norman stuck around for another episode. This episode is unique, as Kyle brought three barrel aged beers from Voodoo Brewing that serve as the warm-up beers. Smuttynose FinestKind IPA – 3.5 Dogfish Head American Beauty Imperial Pale Ale – 2

The Beer Me Bro competition comes to an exciting conclusion as Carlin, Kyle Norman and Nathan Kalasnik compete for tastes of a highly coveted craft brew. And, right before the mystery beers, Kyle unveils an awesome Beer Me Bro winner’s prize. Brouwerij Emelisse Kamperland Creme Brulee Stout – 7 Fremont Brewing Summer Ale American Pale […]