#PourPeople! This is Episode 48 - High Tea
Craft Beer Reviews and Tasting Notes: Youâll hear detailed discussions and reviews of various craft beers, including sour beers from Transient and Hitchhiker, with tasting notes and opinions on their flavors, aromas, and overall impressions.
Craft Beer Trends and Industry Insights: Conversations about current trends in the craft beer industry, such as the rise of seltzers, ready-to-make cocktails, and sparkling ales. The hosts also discuss the impact of market conditions and financial challenges on breweries like Lagunitas.
Brewing Techniques and Ingredients: Exploration of brewing techniques and ingredients, including the use of champagne yeast, lactic acid for kettle sours, and unique flavor combinations like peanut butter and raspberry in sour beers.
Beer Community and Culture: Reflections on the evolving craft beer community, both online and offline, including the use of platforms like Discord for beer discussions and virtual hangouts.
Brewery News and Updates: Updates on brewery openings, closures, and new projects, such as the closure of Lagunitas' Chicago location and the opening of "The Worthy Pint" by Kevin and Kelsy Groover.
On This Episode We Sipped On...
-"Watermelon Fresh Kicks" Sour by Transient (Bridgman, MI)
-"Just Filling - Pineapple Upside Down" Smoothie Sour by Hitchhiker (Pittsburgh, PA)
-"Mmhmmm" Raspberry Peanut Butter Pastry Sour by Hitchhiker (Pittsburgh, PA)