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Episode 71: Crafting a Memorable Beer and Food Program
Episode 71
Having food options is a way to bring in new customers and to keep fans coming back. There are many ways a small brewery can approach a menu and this month we’re talking with folks who have dedicated…
Published on 11 hours ago
Episode 70: Exploring Innovations in Yeast
Episode 70
Yeast is the critical ingredient that turns humble wort into magical beer. This month, a look at the microbe from multiple angles and how to make the most out of it in your small-scale craft brewery.…
Published on 1 month ago
Episode 69: Small-Scale Lagering
Episode 69
Lagers have been having a moment for a long time now. In this current age of brewing, there are many small breweries that are giving the time and attention to making lagers of note. We have two guest…
Published on 2 months ago
Episode 68: The 2025 North American Hop Report
Episode 68
While many of us are still holding on to the last days of summer, trying to make the most out of downtime, the work is gearing up on farms across the Pacific Northwest in North America. It’s almost h…
Published on 3 months ago
Episode 67: Improving your Beer Quality
Episode 67
Sensory analysis, setting up a lab for QC tests, and understanding your raw ingredients are all paramount when it comes to improving the quality of your beer. We talk with two experts - Lindsay Barr …
Published on 4 months ago
Episode 66: Innovations in the Malt Industry
Episode 66
This episode takes a deep dive into malt offerings from both the larger suppliers and those on the craft side. As we take a look at this critical ingredient, experts will share insight on innovation,…
Published on 5 months ago
Episode 65: Brewing with Alternative Grains
Episode 65
The Craft Brewers Conference was held in Indianapolis last month and at the ingredients supplier booths, amid the talk of new hop varieties, there were several beers brewed with non-traditional grain…
Published on 6 months ago
Episode 64: Brewery Budgeting for Uncertain Times
Episode 64
These are confusing times, and hard times to work in a small business. As Bart Watson of the Brewers Association recently said, beer makers really dislike uncertainty. So, how can anyone plan when th…
Published on 7 months ago
Episode 63: Strategies for Embracing Beer Holidays
Episode 63
How can your brewery make the most out of the holidays? More than just slinging stout on St. Patrick’s Day, or a festbier during Oktoberfest, there are ways to create a welcoming vibe that will get p…
Published on 8 months ago
Episode 62: A Brewer's Guide to Mental Health
Episode 62
While it is rewarding and exciting to own a small brewery, there is also a lot of worry that comes with it. Over time things can snowball, accumulate, and become a burden. Regular check-ins on mental…
Published on 9 months ago