Beer In Front

I’ve been doing this for 4 years? On this episode, I’ll go back to the beginning with the 1st beer I had on the show, Samuel Adams Boston Lager. I also had some really good ones from Illinois.

Beers:
Samuel Adams
Energy City
Werk Force
Horse Thief Hollow
Haymarket

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It’s the 4th Anniversary of Beer In Front! On this episode, I’ll talk to Lars Dalhaus from Momentum Brewery about their great NA beers. Momentum currently has 2 styles out, a Golden, and a Hazy IPA. Both are worth picking up!

Momentum Brewery
Proof No More

OddPods Media
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This week, I chatted with Becca Schepps, the founder of Mortal Kombucha. Mortal makes some great Kombucha now in 16oz aluminum bottles and also a new line of hydration packets. Being Flagship February, I had the classic Sierra Nevada as the Beer In Front.

Mortal Kombucha

OddPods Media
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This week, I talked with Carmine and Thomas over at the award-winning Rock Solid Brewing Company in Georgia. I need to make a visit there soon! I'll also have a Japanese Lager from Harland out of San Diego as the Beer In Front.

Rock Solid Brewing Company

OddPods Media Network

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Beer'd Al Podcast
Super Media Bros

You may have seen that the award-winning Ravinia Brewing Company is having some legal issues. I spoke with Jeff Hoobler from the brewing company and we discussed the brewery, taproom and what you can do to help them out during this. If you’re in the area, please check them out and support a great local business. They have a Go Fund Me page set up to help with legal fees as well.

Ravinia Brewing Company
Go Fund Me
Patch News Article

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Quick show this week. I had 2 outstanding Non-Alcoholic Beers from Alesmith Brewing out of San Diego. Both of these will be in my fridge after Dry January!

Alesmith Brewing
OddPods Media
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Quick show this week for your commute. Guinness and Sierra Nevada have come out with Non-Alcoholic beers recently and I’ll try them on the show. Plus, a brewery is making beer from water recycled from a jetbridge?

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This week I chatted with Karen Sheehan from All The Beer_More Beer. Karen is a Digital Creator and Beer Enthusiast from Chicago. We talked beer, cider, breweries, and much more! I had the great Ninja vs. Unicorn from Pipeworks as the Beer In Front, AND a special return of The Jagoff Of The Week!

Karen Sheehan
Pipeworks Brewing

OddPods Media
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Happy New Year! A few weeks ago, I stopped at Go Brewing to talk with owner Joe, and the Director Of Sales, Matt. They make some of the best NA beers out there! We tried some of their offerings and discussed tips for people who want to cut down on their alcohol consumption. After our chat, I decided to do Dry January for myself. I’ll talk a little about that and the usual beer news and Beer In Front segment.

Listen for a chance to win a gift card from Go Brewing so you can try their beer for yourself!

Go Brewing!

OddPods Media

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Super Media Bros
From The Middle
BFYTW

In this episode, I’ll explore the world of ciders. Brian and Matt join to share their expertise on different types of ciders and how they can be a delightful addition to any holiday gathering. Stay tuned as we learn about the history, flavors, and pairing suggestions for these festive beverages.

Matt Augustine
Cider Brian

Farnum Hill Ciders
Stormalong Cider
Uncle John’s Cider Mill

Eris Brewery & Cider House
Right Bee Cider

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Holiday Beers are some of my favorites. This week, I'll be having 5 different ones. Sierra Nevada & Great Lakes that are national brands, St. Bernardus from Belgium, Triptych and Cruz Blanca from Illinois. Whatever Winter Holiday you celebrate, these beers will be a nice touch for your celebration!

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On this episode, I’ll chat with Corey Smale over at Garage Brewing about their beers and how they are taking the market by storm. I’ll also have one from Southern Grist and tell the story on how my grandmother took her sauce recipe with her.

Garage Beer
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This script is for Episode 187 of the "Beer in Front" Podcast, titled "187". It starts with the host, Dave Zalatoris, introducing the show and mentioning future talks on old school beers, new beers, and interviews with people in the beer world. The host then discusses beer news, including Metropolitan closing in Chicago. Dave also shares a personal story about a Thanksgiving tradition with his grandmother's stuffing. The podcast includes taste testing and reviewing of certain beers like Metropolitan’s Krankshaft, and a Grey Goose Classic Martini Cocktail. Dave ends the episode by hinting at branching out to different unrelated topics in future shows.

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The big news in beer this week was that Ravinia Brewing Company was being sued by Ravinia. I'll have my take on this and enjoy a Taco Fest from Ravinia. I'll have a Tepache, a fermented pineapple beverage that is also delicious.

Ravinia Brewing Company

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In this episode, I'll recap the Festival of Barrel Aged Beers and discuss my favorite beers from the event. I'll also share my experience of drinking the barrel aged Christmas Ale from Great Lakes Brewing.

FoBAB
Illinois Craft Brewers Guild
Great Lakes Brewing

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The Festival of Barrel Aged Beers is right around the corner. This week, I'll talk to Ray Stout, the Executive Director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, about the upcoming Festival of Barrel-Aged Beers and the Illinois Diversity In Brewing Scholarship. I'll also have a beer aged in wine barrels that was delicious!

Festival of Barrel Aged Beers
Illinois Craft Brewers Guild
Sketchbook Brewing

OddPods Media

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For this Sober October, I tried a lot of different hop-flavored waters, a hop tea, and an NA Fruited Sour. Some I really loved and would put in the cart again!

Hoplark
Sierra Nevada
Revolution Brewing
HOP WTR
Noon Whistle
Go Brewing!
Lagunitas

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This week, I talked to Mark Strong from the Syracuse area. He sent over 4 Pilsners from Suarez Family Brewery, and let me tell you; those were fantastic! Mark gave a lot of suggestions, so if you’re ever in the area, take notes for beer suggestions! I also had the Oaktoberfest from Firestone Walker, and if you see that one around, I recommend it!

Suarez Family Brewery
Firestone Walker
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Join Julia Herz from the American Homebrewers Association and learn how to brew beer like a pro right in your home. Get ready to impress your friends with your new brewing skills!

The American Homebrewers Association is an excellent resource for anyone interested in beer; whether you’re a brewer or a beer enthusiast, the AHA has something for everyone!

I had Bell’s Amber as the Beer In Front this week. Larry Bell started as a homebrewer, and their shop in Kalamazoo still has homebrewing supplies!

American Homebrewers Association
Bell’s Brewery
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This week, I talked to D.T. over at Space Castle, and he recapped the Great American Beer Festival. I also had from Victory the Golden Monkey Belgian Tripel, which was fantastic! Plus, when did Growlers start costing a left arm to buy?

Space Castle
Victory Brewing Company
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