Greg and Flex are back at it with the help of Erica, bringing all the craft beer fun and some questionable party advice. This week, Flex tackles some serious Oktoberfest research, the crew debates the highs and lows of beer festivals, and Greg feels the spirit (literally) in the back of an Uber. Plus, Erica shares the inside scoop on her latest brewery adventures, Shaq is getting in on the boozy action, and Canada is ready to party 24/7!

Beer Reviews:

• Night Goat - New Glory Craft Brewery: A 5% dark lager with crisp, refreshing vibes, subtle roast, and dark chocolate notes. Greg and Erica find it sweet but solid, perfect for a chill evening.
• Pillow Top - Froth Brewing Company: Flex is impressed by this 8.2% hazy double IPA. With a pillowy mouthfeel and citrusy flavors, this hidden gem deserves more attention.

We are celebrating the start of the upcoming Oktoberfest season, discussing why September into October is the best time of year for beer lovers. Flex talks about his current Oktoberfest beer research kick, while Erica reveals plans for an exciting brewery collaboration. The group also debates the value of beer festivals, and whether they’re worth going to. And Greg shares his latest bizarre Uber story, and the train wreck of trying to drink beer at a Foo Fighters concert.

Booze News:

• Molson Coors CEO takes on a new role at the Beer Institute.
• Shaquille O'Neal invests in BeatBox Beverages and will be the face of their new flavor.
• Montreal is set to become the first Canadian city with 24-hour drinking, bringing a new level of nightlife to the city.
• Heretic Brewery and Distillery has been acquired by Cali Craft Brewing.
• We have the Top 10 Highest Beer Taxes by State: where is it too expensive to enjoy a cold one?

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