Drinking on the Last Frontier

IPA bandwagon isn't losing steam 16.05.2026 1:02:31 ↓

Zach Henry of St. Elias Brewing joins Bill to talk about trends and what's tasty in the craft beer world these days

Cheers to summer! 25.05.2025 49:10 ↓

Bill is back with a special, live, membership-drive edition of Drinking on the Last Frontier. He and guest Zach Henry, owner of St. Elias Brewing Co. in Soldotna, talk about what's new in the craft brewing scene and answer listener questions.

Cheers to all the years and beers 29.03.2025 52:56 ↓

After eight years, Bill Howell is closing the tab on Drinking on the Last Frontier

Can costs be contained? 22.02.2025 59:58 ↓

Brewers brace for increased costs from potential tariffs

Warming to the idea of winter brews 25.01.2025 51:34 ↓

Soldotna's Frozen RiverFest is around the corner

Expansion a brewin' 28.12.2024 49:24 ↓

Sterling's Naptowne Brewing plans additional brewing space

Cheers to holiday beers 30.11.2024 54:26 ↓

Looking for a beverage to accompany your holiday feast? Bill has recommendations on craft beers for each course. Plus, checking in on the growth of employee-owned Denali Brewing Co., and the silver medal-winning Girdwood Brewing Co.

Spice it up — brewing with local ingredients 26.10.2024 57:49 ↓

Kenai River Brewing Co.'s Doug Hogue joins Bill to talk about brewing local — locally grown fruit, hops and more can be added to homebrew for a customized craft beer,

Cheers to Oktoberfest! 31.08.2024 59:58 ↓

Raise a pint to fall with Oktoberfest-style beers, and the ever-popular good-old Guinness style. Plus, Bill congratulates Susitna Brewing Co., winner of the People’s Choice Brewery and People’s Choice Beer awards at the Kenai Peninsula Beer Festival, and Country Malt Group.

Well seasoned 27.07.2024 58:55 ↓

Digging the farmhouse seasonal ale

Opt for an alternative — Altbier 29.06.2024 54:53 ↓

The German Altbier style is a refreshing alternative to heavier, hoppier summer beers

Crafting a success 11.05.2024 56:05 ↓

St. Elias brewer Zach Henry on balancing palates with popularity

Old meets new 27.04.2024 56:12 ↓

From the early days of brewing in Alaska to the new kids on the block

Brewers sue state over event restrictions 30.03.2024 1:00:00 ↓

Grace Ridge Brewing in Homer joins other brewers to challenge new rules for events in brewery tap rooms

And the winners are... 24.02.2024 1:00:00 ↓

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Alaska Craft Brew and Barley Wine Festival

Through the ages 27.01.2024 57:42 ↓

Bill delves into the history of aging beer.

Pop the top on new tap room rules 30.12.2023 57:42 ↓

The long-awaited changes to Alaska liquor laws go into effect in 2024. What does this mean for your favorite craft breweries in the state?

Hop Topic 16.11.2023 54:56 ↓

Listen to hear about this unique Alaska crop.

Seasonal suds 30.09.2023 59:00 ↓

Down with pumpkin beer! Long live the real reasons for seasonal brewing selections