Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

First off… Thank you loyal fans of the pod! The show was officially nominated for Madison’s Best Podcast of 2023. Now I need your help to win! From June 1st – 30th you can submit ONE vote for my podcast to officially become Madison’s Best for 2023! Click the following link, find Best Podcast under “Arts & Entertainment”, and select Buzzed with Brian. Thank you! 

https://www.channel3000.com/madison-magazine/best-of-madison/best-of-madison-2023-vote-now/article_81bb44d4-9dae-11ed-8778-831b6146a870.html#//

In spirit of Madison’s Best voting, Brian kept it local this week. He took an easy trip to the Lone Girl Brewing Company just north of Madison. Joining him on the mic was Owner, Kevin Abercrombie, and brewer John Russel. Kevin and John discuss their journeys with beer and share their passion behind this brewery. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Kevin and John for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this brewery special, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://thelonegirl.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, a homeward bound wind to bring you closer to family
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

The Lone Girl Beer Consumed: 
On the Rails Light IPA 

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

This week Brian brings you a little bonus content with a special Sunday release! Joining him on the mic was Armand Ferranti, the President/Founder of Draft Top. You may recognize Draft Top as the product featured in Brian’s latest social media giveaway. Draft Top safely and consistently takes the top off any canned beverage. This allows the user to enjoy an enhanced aroma/tasting experience while cutting back on any potential single use waste. Armand tells his story of how he started the business, and the direction it is headed in for the future! Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Armand for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers! 

You want to buy a Draft Top product for yourself?! Use my promo code: BuzzedWithBrian
to get 15% off! 

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https://drafttop.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Sometimes they play without their tops on
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

This week Brian was enjoying some sunny weather down in Tampa, Florida when he dropped by Angry Chair Brewing. That’s right the pod has officially entered another state! Joining him on the mic was Founder/Owner, Ryan Dowdle. Buzzed with Brian fans from Wisconsin may recognize Angry chair as they often do big time collaboration with Untitled Art. On the episode Ryan shares his start up story with brewing, and how Angry Chair evolved into a renowned establishment known for their big pastry and barrel aged stouts. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Ryan for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

 
After you consume the content of this brewery special, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://angrychairbrewing.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, the joy from their music will make you rise out of your angry chair
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Angry Chair Beer Consumed:
Vodnik
Simple Math 

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian enjoyed recording out in the snowy oasis at Pour Another Round’s Outdoor Winter Beer Fest in Green Bay, WI. Thank goodness the snow is all gone now though! Joining him on the mic was, Co - Founder and Brewer, Alex Falish, of Noble Roots Brewing Company. Alex shared his journey with beer, starting with a mess in his parents kitchen, then moving to the garage, and finally establishing a real production space. Alex also talks a little more detail on Noble Roots’ current expansion plans. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Alex for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this brewery special, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://www.noblerootsbrewing.com/home

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, a band of Noble birth https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Noble Roots Beer Consumed: 
Blonde Belgian 
Alpine Folly  

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian!  

Brian made another quick journey to Milwaukee, WI and found himself at Gathering Place Brewing Company. Joining him on the mic was Founder/Owner, Joe Yeado. Joe shared his journey with beer, from home brewing in DC, to winning medals, and finally moving back to Wisconsin to start his own brewery. Joe discusses the opening of their second taproom location in Wauwatosa, and the upcoming "Lager and Friends" beer festival they host each year toward the end of May. Tickets can be purchased through their website. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Joe for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this brewery special, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://www.gatheringplacebrewing.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, a band bringing people together since 2013
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Gathering Place Beer Consumed:
Ryed of the Valkyries 
Yeah, We Got Beaches

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

In spirit of Cinco de Mayo, Brian places a microphone in front of his good friend Matt, and challenges him to a blind taste test. Buzzed with Brian fans will recognize Matt from a previous blind taste test episode! He also is the famed editor and engineer of the pod. Not to mention a part of the killer band, North Breese, that provides all the transition music for the show. Tune in to today’s episode to see how Brian and Matt do, stacked up against three different Mexican Style Lagers! 

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content and the beer, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://www.indeedbrewing.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, hitting a hall of fame career in blind beer guesses
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Beer Consumed: 
Mexican Honey Light by Indeed Brewing Co. (Minneapolis, MN & Milwaukee, WI)
Modelo Especial (Mexico)
Corona (Mexico)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

April is nearly wrapped up, spring is in full gear, and Brian has a delightful seasonal beer to share with you all this week! The Maibock (also known as a Heller Bock) is a true seasonal beer loaded with history. Brian speaks to the history and reviews a beer from a familiar place! The beer in hand has roots with not one, but two previous BWB guests, Amorphic Beer and Garth’s Brew Bar. Grab a Maibock of your own and enjoy this week’s episode!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

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https://www.amorphicbeer.com/
https://www.garthsbrewbar.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, swiftly moving you into the warm weather of spring!
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA
History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://www.brewersassociation.org/edu/brewers-association-beer-style-guidelines/#90
https://allaboutbeer.net/article/maibock-and-helles-bock/
https://www.americancraftbeer.com/what-the-hell-is-a-maibock/

Beer Consumed: 
Eye of the Beerholder by Amorphic Beer (Milwaukee, WI) & Collab with Garth’s Brew Bar (Madison, WI)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian delivers a new bite sized version of the show this week. Celebrating the people that give him beer is just as important as celebrating the beer itself! This week Brian features a beer given to him by BWB fan, Tyler King. Tyler hand delivered the Lonely Blonde ale by Fulton Beer Co. to be featured on the show. If you want to learn more about the blonde style or need a refresher you should queue up Ep. 008. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Tyler for bringing this beer to the show! 

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this episode, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://www.fultonbeer.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, They also take audience submissions!
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Beer Consumed: 
Lonely Blonde by Fulton Beer (Minneapolis, MN)

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian headed down to the windy city to visit Lo Rez Brewery and Taproom in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Joining him on the mic was, Owner and Head Brewer, Dave Dahl. Fans of the show may recall Lo Rez from Ep. 010 when Brian featured their saison, Voxel. Dave shared his journey with beer as he opened his own brewery. Sit back, relax, and raise a pint to Dave for coming onto the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this brewery special, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://lorezbrewing.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, High Fi sound pairing with Lo Rez Beer
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Lo Rez Beer Consumed: 
Phantasma 

Welcome to Buzzed with Brian! 

Brian hosted quite the spectacle at his home recently. Beer shares happen frequently in the world; however, this one was special. With the help of some great friends (Duffy, Bailey, Chris, Anna, Scott, Aryn, and Dani) they took down 6 different Central Waters Barrel Aged Anniversary Beers. Brian has each guest make a quick appearance on today’s show to help discuss the tasting notes as they traveled back in time through these beers. 

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!  

After you consume the content of this episode, please write a review, follow Buzzed with Brian on social media, and hit that subscribe button. Brian would think you’re pretty neat if you did!
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https://centralwaters.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, A vertical not quite 10 feet tall
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

Central Waters Beer Consumed: 
Nineteen (2017)
Twenty (2018)
Twenty-Two (2020)
Twenty-Three (2021)
Twenty-Four (2022)
Twenty-Five (2023)
Brewer’s Reserve Double Barrel Stout 
Black Gold