The Craft Beer Podcast

Bill Hyland and Ryan Beal Bozeman Brewing Company - Portland Beer Podcast episode 85 Telling the Stories of the Portland Beer and Cider Scene and Beyond! In this Bozeman, Montana centric, "on the road" episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Bill Hyland and Ryan Beal who are both brewers with Bozeman Brewing Company.

Gus and Sarah Dose & Tomas Sluiter Mountains Walking Brewery - Portland Beer Podcast episode 84 Telling the Stories of the Portland Beer and Cider Scene and Beyond! In this Bozeman, Montana centric, "on the road" episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Gus and Sarah Dose & Tomas Sluiter talking all things Mountains Walking Brewery. iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 83 episodes we have created and shared. More About this Episode During this episode you will learn where Gus' beer journey began, as well as where his craft beer journey began. You will hear the tale about Sarah and Gus' first date and Sarah shares when it was that Gus first told her that he wanted to open a brewery. Gus and Sarah share what brought them to Bozeman and how Mountains Walking came to be. Tomas tells us about Dōgen Zenji & where the name for Mountains Walking comes from, and Sarah, Gus, Tomas and Steven close this episode enjoying and talking about number of Mountains Walking beers including Junegrass Northwestern IPA, Gallatin Roar Triple IPA, and Digger Bee Honey Rye. Follow Mountains Walking Brewery Website – www.mountainswalking.com Facebook - www.facebook.com/MountainsWalkingBrewery Instagram - www.instagram.com/mountainswalkingbrewery The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at Mountains Walking Brewery in Bozeman, Montana. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com

Nicholas Velasquez Bunkhouse Brewery - Portland Beer Podcast episode 83

Telling the Stories of the Portland Beer and Cider Scene and Beyond!

In this Bozeman, Montana centric, "on the road" episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Nicholas Velasquez with Bunkhouse Brewery. i

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Other Podcasts Mentioned During this Episode

Lucky Lab Barleywine Festival Casey Lyons – Portland Beer Podcast Episode 26 – www.portlandbeerpodcast.com/lucky-lab-barleywine-festival-casey-lyons-portland-beer-podcast-episode-26

More About this Episode

During this episode you will learn where Nicholas' craft beer journey began, the role that his time in Eugene, Oregon played in his beer journey, what brought him to Bozeman, and Nicholas shares some of the characteristics that make for a good brewer.

Nicholas and Steven close out this episode enjoying and talking about some of the amazing beers that they brew at Bunkhouse Brewing!

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The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at Bunkhouse Brewery in Bozeman, Montana.

Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast.

Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing!

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Jesse Bussard and Loy Maierhauser Co-founders of Bozeman Craft Beer Week - Portland Beer Podcast episode 82

Telling the Stories of the Portland Beer and Cider Scene and Beyond!

In this Bozeman, Montana centric, "on the road" episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Jesse Bussard and Loy Maierhauser Co-Founders of Bozeman Craft Beer Week

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Website – www.bozemancraftbeerweek.com

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The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at Bozone – the Bozeman Brewing Company tasting room.

Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast.

Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing!

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Salmon-Safe IPA Fest 2018 Preview - Portland Beer Podcast episode 81 In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Eric Steen Hopworks Urban Brewery previewing the 2018 Salmon-Safe IPA Fest Tickets - Get your tickets to this fun Portland Beer Festival here - www.salmonsafeipafest.com iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 80 episodes we have created and shared. More About the Salmon-Safe IPA Fest FESTIVAL SESSIONS: Session #1: 12-4pm (Kid Friendly) Panel Talks: 4-5pm Session #2: 5-9pm (21+ Only) FESTIVAL PRICING: $25 in advance | $30 at the door FESTIVAL PACKAGE INCLUDES: Special anniversary glass chalice 10 drink tickets - 4oz. pours An Order of HUB's world-famous pretzels Raffle ticket TICKETS www.salmonsafeipafest.com From the Salmon-Safe IPA Fest Page "On August 25th, Hopworks Urban Brewery (HUB) presents the inaugural Salmon-Safe IPA Festival. The first beer festival of it's kind, invites 22 breweries to make special beers with Salmon-Safe certified ingredients, which means each beer's ingredients come from farms that are committed to protecting clean water in regional watersheds. The festival is divided into two sessions. The first is an all ages session that runs from 12-4pm and Session #2 is 21+ and runs from 5-9pm. Each ticket package costs $25 and comes with 10 drink tickets, an order of HUB's world-famous pretzels, a HUB 10th anniversary chalice and a raffle ticket for prizes from various Salmon-Safe certified businesses. The festival also invites attendees to enjoy music, food, lawn games, and art. Each session has only 400 tickets available and the event is expected to sell out, so make sure you grab your ticket in advance. In between the two sessions, from 4-5pm, there will be short panel discussions with some of Salmon-Safe's leading movers and shakers in the beer industry and beyond. These farmers, suppliers, and businesses will talk about what Salmon-Safe means for them and why it's important. Seating for the panel talks are limited to 100 tickets and cost $5 each. Proceeds from the event will benefit Salmon-Safe, an environmental nonprofit based in the Pacific Northwest." The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at the Pod Bar @ Carts On Foster Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com

Erick Rico Suave Russ Pono Brewing - Portland Beer Podcast episode 80 by Steven Shomler In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Erick Rico Suave Russ Pono Brewing. iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 79 episodes we have created and shared Other Podcasts Mentioned During this Episode Larry Bell Founder of Bell's Brewery and Upper Hand Brewery - Portland Beer Podcast Episode 7 – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast/larry-bell-founder-of-bells-brewery-and-upper-hand-brewery-episode-7-podcast-beer-podcast Alan Taylor Brewmaster at Zoiglhaus Brewing Company – Portland Beer Podcast Episode 41- www.portlandbeerpodcast.com/alan-taylor-brewmaster-at-zoiglhaus-brewing-company-portland-beer-podcast-episode-41 More About this Episode During this episode you will learn what brought Erick to Portland, what role Bell's Brewery had in Erick's craft beer journey, how he came to be part of the Pono Brewing team, and Erick tells Steven about three of Pono's flagship beers - Three Amigos Mexican Lager, El Garrote IPA, and Pineapple Express Kolsch. If a Friend is Visiting Portland – Erick's Brewery and Restaurant Lists During this Podcast Erik also shares his list of Restaurants and Breweries that he would take someone visiting Portland to. Please Note – these two lists were current as of the date of this episode being recorded - July 2018. Erick is always finding new & wonderful places to eat and drink. Please consider these lists snapshots in time. Breweries Baerlic – www.baerlicbrewing.com Culmination Brewing - www.culminationbrewing.com Gigantic - www.giganticbrewing.com Upright - www.uprightbrewing.com Restaurants Ataula - www.ataulapdx.com Cameo Cafe Portland - www.cameocafe.com Du's Grill - www.dusgrill.com Il Solito - www.ilsolitoportland.com Kachka – www.kachkapdx.com Lardo – www.lardosandwiches.com Mae - www.maepdx.com Magna - www.facebook.com/magnapdx/ Olympia Oyster Bar – www.oobpdx.com Pizzeria Otto - www.pizzeriaotto.com Reel M' Inn - www.wweek.com/bars/2017/05/22/portlands-finest-fried-chicken-is-served-in-a-division-street-dive-bar Tamale Boy - www.tamaleboy.com Yonder - www.facebook.com/yonderpdx Follow Erick Rico Suave Russ Instagram - www.instagram.com/eldojio Follow Pono Brewing Website – www.ponobrewing.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/PonoBrewing Instagram - www.instagram.com/ponobrewing Twitter – www.twitter.com/ponobrewing The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at Beer O'Clock. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com .

Portland Radler Festival 2018 Preview - Portland Beer Podcast episode 79 In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits Dan Malech StormBreaker Brewing previewing the 2018 Portland Radler Festival iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 78 episodes we have created and shared. More About The 2018 Portland Radler Festival When - The 2018 Portland Radler Festival is happening Saturday Aug 11th from Noon – 6 PM Where - StormBreaker Mississippi is 832 N Beech St, Portland, OR 97227 Tickets - Link - www.merctickets.com/events/56321449/2nd-annual-portland-radler-festival?view_id=public-event-overview Advance Tickets are now on sale for $18 and includes Tasting Mug and 10 Taster Tickets. Day of Event Tickets will be $20 and includes Tasting Mug and 8 Taster Tickets. Portland Radler Festival 2018 Pour List 54 40 Brewing Ginger Lemonade Radler 3.2% Kolsch + Organic Lemonade + Grated Ginger Baerlic Brewing Dad Juice 3.0% Dad Beer + Grapefruit/Lemon/Lime Brewery 26 Oregon Pineapple Sun 3.0% Oregon Sun IPA + Pineapple Jarrito's Mexican Soda Cider Riot Honky Tonks in Heaven 3.4% Black Berry Cider + Big Red Cream Soda Coalition TBD Culmination Brewing Classically Rad! 4.5% Pilsner +Blood Orange/Grapefruit Dirty Pretty Pretty in Pink 4.0% Pilsner + Grapefruit Laurelwood Brewery Mojave Blossom 2.5% The Wood Lager + Lemon Hibiscus Lompoc Brewing Sun's Out Pints 4.4% Pilsner + Peach/Citrus Migration Brewing Lime in the Coconut 3.3% Berliner Weiss + Lime Coconut Modern Times PDX Grapefruit ICE 3.3% ICE Pilsner +Grapefruit Ordnance Brewing Bloops Blueberry Radler 2.5% Blueberry + Lemon Pono Brewing Purple Stuff 3.6% Brown Bag Vintage + Grape Soda StormBreaker Passionately Pineapple 2.6% Total ReKolsch + Pineapple/Passionfruit Picnic Table Wine Berry Wine Radler or Citrus Wine Radler 5.5% White Wine + Acai/Pomegranate/Blueberry White Wine + Peach/Tang/Lemon/Pineapple Hopworks Totally Radler 3.0% HUB Organic Pilsner + Grapefruit Steigl - The one that started it all! Grapefruit or Zitrone (Lemon) 3.2% Swift Cider Poma Rosa 3.2% Hard Apple + Blood Orange with CBD Wayfinder Rad Hell 2.5% Wayfinder Helles + Lemon Wild Ride Brewing Orange Creamsicle 2.4% Chillin' Vanilla Cream Ale + Fanta Orange Soda Zoiglhaus Brewing Berlin Mule 4.4% Berlinerweissebock + Lime & Vanilla Follow The Portland Radler Festival Websites – www.PortlandRadlerFestival.com www.WhatIsARadler.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandRadlerFestival Instagram - www.instagram.com/portlandradlerfestival The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at StormBreaker Brewing Mississippi. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com

Hazy Daze 2018 Preview with Nick Schuurman Lardo PDX, and Erick Russ Pono Brewing - Portland Beer Podcast episode 78 In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Nick Schuurman Lardo PDX, and Erick Russ Pono Brewing previewing the 2nd annual Hazy Daze Hazy Beer Festival iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 77 episodes we have created and shared. Other Podcasts Mentioned During This Episode Chef Rick Gencarelli Founder of Lardo and Grassa — Portland Culinary Podcast Episode 1 - www.portlandculinarypodcast.com/chef-rick-gencarelli-founder-of-lardo-and-grassa-portland-culinary-podcast-episode-1 Gabriel Gordon Beachwood Blendery & Beachwood BBQ and Brewing – Portland Beer Podcast Episode 50 - www.portlandbeerpodcast.com/gabriel-gordon-beachwood-blendery-beachwood-bbq-and-brewing-portland-beer-podcast-episode-50 More About The 2018 Hazy Daze Hazy Beer Festival The 2018 Hazy Daze Hazy Beer Festival is happening Friday Aug 3rd through Sunday Aug 5th. Hours for Beer Friday Aug 3rd 5 PM – 11 PM Saturday Aug 4th 11 AM - 11 PM Sunday Aug 5th 11 AM - 10 PM Location Lardo Portland East 1212 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, Oregon "Tickets" Admission to the Hazy Daze Hazy Beer Festival is FREE. No Ticket needed. The glass you need to participate in this Portland Beer Festival is also FREE! Beer tasting tokens will cost $1.00 each. Beers pours will be available in 4 oz., 8 oz., and 16 oz. sizes. Pours will cost between 2 to 16 tokens depending on the cost of the beer and the size of pour that you get. Special Food Being Served During Hazy Daze Friday August 3rd 6 PM – 9 PM Asian Smokehouse with XLB and Lardo Saturday August 4th 12 PM – 5 PM King Pin Lobster Co. - Lobster Rolls, NE Clam Chowder and more! Sunday August 5th 11 PM - 3 PM Lardo Brunch - Dirty Fry Benedict, Stuffed French Toast, Wood Fired Eggs in Purgatory! Hazy Daze Hazy Beer Festival Facebook Event Page www.facebook.com/events/1694143294036434 Follow Lardo PDX Website – www.lardosandwiches.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/LardoPDX Instagram - www.instagram.com/lardopdx Twitter – www.twitter.com/lardopdx The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at Beer O'Clock. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com

Oregon Brewers Festival 2018 Preview - Portland Beer Podcast episode 77 In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Chris Crabb whose super powers include making beer festivals happen, and Jessica Standley with McMenamins previewing the 2018 Oregon Brewers Festival! iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 76 episodes we have created and shared. More About The 2018 Oregon Brewers Festival The 2018 Oregon Brewers Festival is happening Thursday July 26th through Sunday July 29th Hours Thursday July 26 Noon - 9 PM Friday July 27 Noon – 9 PM Saturday July 28 Noon - 9 PM Sunday July 29 Noon - 7 PM Location Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204. Down The New OBF App Here https://download.socio.events/event/MjAwMQ== Beers Here is a link to the list of beers being poured at the 2018 Oregon Brewers Festival - www.oregonbrewfest.com/beers "Tickets" The Oregon Brewers Festival is not a ticketed event, and there is no admission charge to enter the festival grounds. In order to consume alcohol, the one-time purchase of a 2018 souvenir plastic mug is required and costs $7. Beer, cider and wine are all purchased with wooden tokens, which cost $1 apiece. Beer and Cider - It costs four tokens for a full mug of beer or cider or one token for a taste; Wine - it costs five tokens for a five ounce pour of wine; no tasters available for wine. The purchase of mugs and tokens is made on-site at the Mug/Tokens tent just inside the Oak Street entrance. Mugs or glasses from past festivals will not be filled; however, tokens from past festivals may be reused. The mug/token sales booth is CASH ONLY and does not accept credit cards or checks. The festival does provide eight ATM machines on premise. If You Are Under 21 Please note: Due to OLCC regulations If you are under 21 you can only attend the Oregon Brewers Festival with your Parent - guardians are NOT acceptable. Let Us Say That Again - If you are under 21 you can only attend the Oregon Brewers Festival with YOUR Parent. See this link for more information - www.oregonbrewfest.com/festival/faq Follow The Oregon Brewers Festival Website – www.oregonbrewfest.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/OregonBrewFest Instagram - www.instagram.com/oregonbrewfest Twitter – www.twitter.com/oregonbrewfest The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at The Pod Bar Food Cart at Carts on Foster. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com #PortlandBeerPodcast

Alex Acker Jing-A Brewing Co. - Portland Beer Podcast episode 76 From The Archives From the Archives! This Portland Beer Podcast episode, as well as the two episodes before it -- 74 and 75, were all thought to be lost in a computer mishap. All three of these episodes were recently recovered and even though they are older – they have only improved during the time that they were cellared. In this episode of the Portland Beer Podcast our Host Steven Shomler visits with Alex Acker Jing-A Brewing Co. from Beijing, China. This episode was recorded the summer of 2016 during the Oregon Brewers Festival. Enjoy! iTunes – You can subscribe to the Portland Beer Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 Go to www.PortlandBeerPodcast.com to see the other 75 episodes we have created and shared. More About this Episode During this episode Alex tells us how Jing-A Brewing Co. got started, where the name "Jing-A" came from, and he tells us about some of the ongoing beers that Jing-A brews. Alex also tells us about the Beijing craft beer scene including Great Leap Brewing, Slow Boat Brewery, Arrow Factory Brewing, and more, and Alex provides some travel and food suggestions for when you travel to China! Baijiu During this episode Alex talks about "Baijiu." Baijiu is a Chinese spirit that happens to be distilled right here in our neck of the woods by Vinn Distillery. Steven recently recorded an episode of the Portland Culinary Podcast with Michelle Ly telling the Vinn Distillery story. Here is a link to that episode- www.portlandculinarypodcast.com/michelle-ly-vinn-distillery-portland-culinary-podcast-episode-27 Follow Jing-A Brewing Co. Website – www.jingabrewing.com Facebook – www.facebook.com/jingabrewing Instagram - www.instagram.com/jingabrewing The Portland Beer Podcast 411 The Portland Beer Podcast is brought to you by Portland Culinary Radio, and this episode was recorded at The Pod Bar Food Cart at Carts on Foster. Steven Shomler is the Host and Creator of the Portland Beer Podcast. Many thanks to Ken Wilson a true Media Maestro for his excellent sound engineering and editing! Follow The Portland Beer Podcast iTunes – https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/portland-beer-podcast/id1122710910?mt=2 SoundCloud – www.soundcloud.com/portlandbeerpodcast Facebook – www.facebook.com/PortlandBeerPodcast Instagram – www.instagram.com/portlandbeerpodcast Twitter – www.twitter.com/PDXBeerPodcast The Portland Culinary Podcast The Portland Beer Podcast has a sister podcast - the Portland Culinary Podcast www.PortlandCulinaryPodcast.com #PortlandBeerPodcast