Join us on the Capital of Craft Podcast as we delve into the intricate world of hops with Steve Burchill, Southwest Region Sales Manager at Hollingbery & Son Hops and a craft beer industry veteran. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the evolving economic factors influencing hop usage and strategies for maintaining financial sustainability in brewing.

Topics discussed in the podcast:

● Economic Trends in Hop Usage: How breweries are adjusting to economic pressures in hop selection.

● Historical Hop Purchasing Trends: A review of past buying behaviors and their impacts on today’s practices.

● Popularity of Key Hop Varieties: Why Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe remain staples in brewing.

● Innovations and Market Adaptations: New hop varieties and their integration into brewing recipes.

● Hop Storage and Quality Management: Advanced techniques ensuring quality over time.

Whether you're a new brewer or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with essential knowledge and practical tips for navigating the complex hop market and enhancing your brewing operations.

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Join the Capital of Craft Podcast as we delve into the intricate world of brewery trademarks and legal hurdles with Candace Moon, from the Craft Beer Attorney. With years of specialized experience in the craft beverage industry, Candace offers a wealth of knowledge on how breweries can navigate the complex terrain of legal issues to protect their brands and streamline their operations.

Topics Discussed:
Trademark Basics: Explore the fundamental aspects of trademarks in the brewing industry.
Common Misconceptions: Debunk common myths about what trademarks protect and how they are obtained.
Licensing and Regulatory Challenges: Learn about the crucial role of proper licensing and the common pitfalls breweries face.

Navigating Federal and State Regulations: Insight into dealing with the TTB and state alcohol control boards.

Local Compliance Issues: Understand the impact of local regulations such as zoning and licensing requirements on breweries.

Trademark Registration Process: The steps involved in registering a trademark and tips for smooth processing.
Trademark Challenges in the Alcohol Industry: Discuss the competitive nature of trademarks in the crowded craft beer market.

Handling Trademark Infringement: Effective strategies for managing potential trademark disputes.

Maintaining Trademarks: How to keep a trademark enforceable over time.

Legal Advice for New Breweries: Essential tips for new breweries to protect their brand and ensure compliance.
Whether you're a budding brewery owner or a seasoned beer industry veteran, this episode offers invaluable insights into protecting your brand and ensuring legal compliance. Tune in to learn from Candace Moon's extensive experience and practical advice!

Join the Capital of Craft Podcast as we delve into the dynamic world of craft beer sales with industry expert Cesar Torres.

Join us on the Capital of Craft Podcast as we delve into the intricate world of hops with Steve Burchill, Southwest Region Sales Manager at Hollingbery & Son Hops and a craft beer industry veteran. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the evolving economic factors influencing hop usage and strategies for maintaining financial sustainability in brewing.

Topics discussed in the podcast:

● Economic Trends in Hop Usage: How breweries are adjusting to economic pressures in hop selection.

● Historical Hop Purchasing Trends: A review of past buying behaviors and their impacts on today’s practices.

● Popularity of Key Hop Varieties: Why Citra, Mosaic, and Simcoe remain staples in brewing.

● Innovations and Market Adaptations: New hop varieties and their integration into brewing recipes.

● Hop Storage and Quality Management: Advanced techniques ensuring quality over time.

Whether you're a new brewer or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with essential knowledge and practical tips for navigating the complex hop market and enhancing your brewing operations.

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Dive into the world of hop research with Arun, an associate professor at SDSU, as we explore the fusion of science and craft beer. Uncover the transformative projects that promise to revolutionize San Diego's brewing scene, from climate-resilient hop cultivars to innovative solutions for pest resistance. Join us on this enlightening journey through academia's contribution to a more sustainable and richly flavored craft beer future.

Joined by Brandon Hernandez of San Diego Beer News, we unpack the essentials of building fruitful relationships between breweries and media outlets. On this episode of the Capital of Craft Podcast, Brandon Shares his expert insights on what makes brewery news newsworthy, emphasizing the importance of being proactive, communicative, and equipped with media-ready content. We also explore the challenges and opportunities inherent in media engagement, from the necessity of timeliness to the power of shaping public perception. 

Additionally, this episode shines a light on the evolving role of the San Diego Brewers Guild in fostering community, adapting to industry shifts, and empowering its members through innovative initiatives.

Join us for a compelling discussion on one of the craft beer industry's most crucial challenges: managing outside sales for self-distributing breweries. In this dense and competitive market, smaller breweries often struggle to gain handles and shelf space. With the expertise of Marc Martin, a seasoned beer sales professional and a dedicated board member of the San Diego Brewers Guild, we dive into this complex issue.

Marc brings his professional insights as we explore the top strategies that breweries, even those with limited resources, can immediately implement to improve the effectiveness of their sales team and elevate their sales game. This episode is an invaluable opportunity for breweries to learn actionable steps to enhance their presence in the market

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