Buzzed with Brian

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting for. This includes waiting 5-10 minutes for a perfectly poured beer. You will get just that with a slow pour pils! On this episode Brian discusses the history behind this draft service, and the popularization of this style in the United States. To highlight this style Brian was able to get his hands one none other than THEE Slow Pour Pils from Bierstadt Lagerhaus. Now, go out, and grab a beer and enjoy the slow rise of the foam! 

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://www.bierstadtlager.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, best enjoyed at a savory pace
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Beer Consumed: 

Slow Pour Pils by Bierdstadt Lagerhaus (Denver, CO)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

The People’s Pint is back! This episode Brian is ready to serve up a brew he helped make to you all! Remember, beer is better when we share it. This was the second year Brian has been growing his own cascade hops in his backyard. The hops were sure loving the new trellis and all the sunshine. The recent harvest was fantastic! Naturally, these freshly picked hops found there way into a base pale ale wort. Crack open a beer of your own and join Brian as he dives into a beer of his own making!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, some real fresh home grown music
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Beer Consumed: 

2025 Cascade Fresh Hop Homebrew

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Fall brings a bountiful harvest, and hops are no exception. This time of year brings many beers that were lucky enough to have freshly picked hops steeped in the whirlpool. You should start noticing "Fresh" and "Wet" hop beers starting to hit your favorite stores beer shelf! On this episode Brian discusses the harvest, and processing of hops, and of course how the modern movement of these freshly hopped beers came to be. To highlight this style Brian hand selected a beer from G5 Brewing out of Beloit, WI. Tim the brewer down there has made an annual habit of dropping a fresh hop release. Now, go out and grab a fresh hopped beer of your own and enjoy this week's episode!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://www.g5brewing.net/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, as fresh as fresh gets! 
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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://allaboutbeer.com/article/celebration-ale/

https://sierranevada.com/blog/our-beer/your-harvest-guide-wet-hops-and-fresh-hops

Beer Consumed: 

Working with Nature Fresh Hop 2025 by G5 Brewing Co. (Beloit, WI)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 
 
Its finally feeling like fall here in the midwest! Oktoberfest in Munich began back on September 20th and is wrapping up this week; however, there are still plenty of festive beers out there to drink! BWB fans may recall Brian covered the history behind the Marzen and Festbier in the past. On this episode he brings them both together along with plenty of new information not covered before. To aid in the process he selected a fine offering from the legendary KC Bier.. Now, don some lederhosen, grab a stein, a pretzel and enjoy this week’s episode!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://kcbier.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, legends of any festival! 
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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://www.craftbeer.com/beer-styles
https://www.hopculture.com           
https://growlermag.com/oktoberfest-a-brief-history/#:~:text=The%20exact%20style%20has%20changed,at%20Oktoberfest%20in%20the%201990s.
https://www.oktoberfest.de/en/magazine/tradition/the-history-of-oktoberfest
https://learn.kegerator.com/festbier/
https://www.beantobarstool.com/blog/oktoberfest-lager
 
Beer Consumed: 

Festbier by KC Bier (Kansas City, MO)
 

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian is back with more Czech lager goodness, but this time, he’s taking you to the dark side! Building off the last episode, he's diving into the history of the Dark Czech Lager. Get ready for some stories from his time in Prague, where a cold mug of beer was always within reach. Plus, a beer from brewery with several features on the pod, Amorphic Beer. This beer brings a unique take on this style from the Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee. So, grab a cold one, kick back, and enjoy this history lesson on one of beer’s most beloved styles!

Cheers Beers! 

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https://www.amorphicbeer.com/ 

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Rocking in the light and the DARK

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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://www.bjcp.org/style/2015/3/3D/czech-dark-lager/

https://www.hopculture.com/czech-dark-lager/

https://beerandbrewing.com/tmave-pivo-the-czech-republics-uncommon-dark-lager/

Beer Consumed: 
Ovense Tmave Pivo by Amorphic Beer (Milwaukee, WI)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

For Brian, this episode has been a long time coming. If you know him, you know the Czech Pils is probably his all-time favorite beer style. It’s a style so iconic, it single-handedly birthed countless imitations of clear pale beer and inspired generations of brewers. In this episode, Brian dives deep into the history of the Czech Pils, exploring how this legendary beer style came to be. And to top it off, Brian shares his thoughts on a pristine example brewed in Crown Point, Indiana. So, grab a cold one, kick back, and enjoy this history lesson on one of beer’s most beloved styles!

Cheers Beers! 

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https://www.crownbrewing.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, deserving off a grand crown! 

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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin, a personal tour of Pilsner Urquell and these sites...
https://www.bjcp.org/style/2015/3/3B/czech-premium-pale-lager/

https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/lovebeerlearningblog/a-little-bit-about-czech-pilsner

https://www.thespruceeats.com/history-of-pilsner-353306

Beer Consumed: 
Bohemian Export Pilsner by Crown Brewing (Crown Point, IN)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

The People’s Pint is here! This episode marks the official rebrand of the former audience submission series... because beer is better when we share it. Got a recommendation or a brew in hand? Let’s get it on the show and talk about it!  It’s the pints from people everywhere that keep this show on tap! 

This time, the featured pour traveled a long way to reach the Midwest. The beer comes from Salmon, Idaho, courtesy of friend-of-the-pod Nick, who brought a few crowlers back to Wisconsin. Crack open a beer of your own and join Brian as he dives into the latest pick: Highlander Beer.

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://www.highlanderbeer.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Music for the people
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Beer Consumed: 

Infinite Glow by Highlander Beer (Salmon, ID & Missoula, MT)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian was back out in the wild with his microphone this week. He made a pit stop at Stateline Distillery and was joined by the now named "Professor Beer" aka Tim Virnig, BJCP Certified Beer Judge/Lead Beertender at Garth's Brew Bar. Fans of the pod know that Tim certainly dropped a knowledge bomb. This time, Tim and Brian talk about the many different faucets you may see pouring your beer. As well as the history, and culture behind them! Lukr brand, aka that delicious foam making side pull tap handle from the Czech Republic was the star of this episode. Now, grab a beer or Mliko pour of your own! 

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/16/dining/drinks/mliko-czech-beers.html
https://www.statelinedistillery.com/

https://www.workingdraftbeer.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Pouring their best out for you
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Beer Consumed: 

Brian - Pulp Culture by Working Draft Beer (Madison, WI)

Tim - Stateline Apertivo & Soda at State Line Distillery (Madison, WI)

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https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-stephanies-journey-against-pancreatic-cancer

Another namesake brewery in the Milwaukee craft beer scene shuttered their doors this past weekend. Kyle and Stephanie Vetter founded 1840 back in 2017 and unfortunately due to challenging times in the industry and a dire medical diagnosis for Stephanie, they decided to close their doors. The Go Fund Me link above is to help offset any of the financial burden acquired through medical bills/expenses for Stephanie's care. This episode pays homage to 1840's time in Milwaukee and to the memories that the Vetters created for their loyal patrons!  

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Pouring one out for 1840.
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Beer Consumed: 

Lil Bro Blue Brett Saison by 1840 Brewing Co (Milwaukee, WI)

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Brian has another hyper regional style coming your way! Altbier hails from Dussedorf nestled in the northwest region of Germany. This specific style of beer is a malt forward classic ale with lager like attributes. Brian features a beer from famed east coast brewery, Tree House, as they continue to dominate and branch away from their Hazy IPA reputation. Come for the history and stay for the beer. Now, grab one of your own and sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode! 

Cheers Beers! 

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https://treehousebrew.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Alt-ernative rock? Yes!

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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://www.bjcp.org/style/2015/7/7B/altbier/

https://beerandbrewing.com/dictionary/kX0vhv1TwC/

https://auslanderblog.com/altbier-dusseldorf-guide/

Beer Consumed: 
At Ease by Tree House Brewing Co (Charlton, MA)