Opening a brewery or taproom is hard work that requires money, time, blood, sweat, and tears. And then there’s no guarantee that what you created will actually work. My next guest comes back to the Good Beer Matters Podcast to teach you how to stack the deck in favor of your success.

As we emerge from the pandemic, there are opportunities for people to open new businesses and serve their communities. Even in normal times, there are always new opportunities if done well. Thanks to Chris for helping us navigate through these challenging waters. Reach out to Small Batch Standard for more help and resources and check out Chris’s new show, The True Craft Podcast.

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A rich culinary tradition is worth traveling to in order to experience the craft. But when that tradition stretches back thousands of years, it’s likely to influence the culture, and yes, even the beer of a region. My next guest not only studies these traditions but helped implement the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the United States.

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Once upon a time, a caveman stumbled upon a pool of bubbling barley. He tasted it, smiled, and began writing the story of beer. My next guest has spent his career contributing to the story of yeast and humankind. In this episode, he takes us deeper to explain the serendipitous story of these tiny microbes.

Yeast is often shrouded by mystery due to its technical nature. But it has been our partner to create the food and drink we love for millennia. I hope, after listening to this episode, you will truly appreciate what this little microbe contributes to our daily life. Please check out the resources at White Labs to learn more.

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Strategies for selling draft beer range from constantly rotating good and bad sellers to keeping the same lineup for decades. One thing most pubs have in common though is that very few can tell you exactly how well each draft line is moving. My next guest has a multi-layered solution to help pub owners pay their bills, educate their staff and delight their guests.

Running a beer business is tough enough, even without a pandemic or myriad other challenges we may face. But there are ways to work smarter, to make life easier, and to turn guests into raving fans. I’ve partnered with Brewlogix because I believe the solutions they provide will help you thrive whatever may come your way.

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If you know, then you know. And, anyone who has ever worked in the restaurant industry knows that it’s hard work that takes knowledge and skill. My next guest is a leader who helps those in the hospitality industry improve their skills and leverage them for the better.

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If you’re like me, you’re not a data collector by nature. But when we back our experience and knowledge with precise information, we can make well-educated decisions for our beer business. My next guest is an expert who helps us learn to interpret and utilize this data to help us plan our next step.

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In a world of fusions, collaborations and collisions of flavor, few are as exciting as that of beer and chocolate. My next guest made a name for himself in the world of beer as a writer and educator. But, one day he discovered bean to bar chocolate and now takes us on a journey as he explores both.

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Craft beer may be big business, but it also employs art, design, and stories. Every year we celebrate home and commercial brew with awards. But, what about the artists and the storytellers? My next guest is one of these designers and storytellers who set out to honor the people who make our beer look so good.

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Fresh on the heels of taking the Advanced Cicerone written test online, I thought why am I working so hard to learn more about beer when, on some level, it’s just beer? My next guest is not only an Advanced Cicerone, but has also taken the Master test. Together we discuss prepping for and challenging these tests, and why you should too. 

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Merry Christmas to all my listeners and guests.  I appreciate all the support.  I wish you all a much better new year.