The Best Beer I Drank This Week

In this special year-end episode, host Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League runs down his favorite local beers of 2024! From standout IPAs to classic lagers and everything in between, Brian shares the brews that made this year unforgettable. Whether you’re a fan of big hops, bold flavors, or perfectly balanced beers, this episode is packed with recommendations to add to your must-try list....

On this episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," host Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League highlights Hammer Head, a German Amber Lager from Brickyard Brewing. This lager combines rich malt flavors with a toasty sweetness and a smooth, crisp finish, making it a perfect option for lager lovers. Whether you’re savoring it fresh at the brewery or grabbing a pint at your local spot, Hammer...

Welcome to "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we’re excited to feature Hibernaculum IPA from Thin Man Brewing. Bursting with flavors of grapefruit, lemon peel, watermelon, and mango, this hazy IPA is a fruity, refreshing delight.  Perfectly balanced and packed with tropical notes, Hibernaculum is available now at local retailer...

Welcome to another episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're featuring a local favorite – Lovejoy Lager from Buffalo Olde Brewing. This crisp, refreshing lager is a true testament to classic brewing, offering clean malt flavors with a hint of sweetness and a smooth finish.  Perfectly balanced and easy to drink, Lovejo...

Welcome back to another episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're spotlighting Friends With Boats from Thin Man Brewing, an IPA that may bring summer to mind, but it’s just as great as the weather cools down. Bursting with tropical fruit flavors like pineapple and citrus, this brew offers a smooth, juicy experience that pa...

This week, we're featuring The One v62 from New York Beer Project. This release in their popular IPA series is a showcase of juicy, tropical hop goodness. Bursting with ripe citrus, pineapple, and passionfruit flavors, The One v62 delivers everything you love about a hazy IPA. With a smooth, pillowy mouthfeel and just the right balance of bitterness, this IPA is perfect for any hop lover. Whether...

Welcome to another episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're raising a glass to Resurgence Brewing Company's 10th Anniversary IPA! This American IPA, with a 6.8% ABV, is a true celebration of hops, featuring a delightful bouquet of soft and ripe tropical fruits, white grape, and citrus hop notes. Balanced with a creamy mal...

Welcome to another episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're excited to introduce Evolutions 005, the latest creation from BriarBrothers Brewing’s experimental brew series. This New England IPA, with a 7% ABV, offers everything you love about the style: creamy, pillowy, and irresistibly delicious. Featuring a unique blend...

Welcome to another exciting episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're highlighting a fantastic collaboration brew – Do a Kickflip! Created with the talented folks at Smoldered Society, this light lager packs a refreshing punch at 4% ABV and is brewed with yuzu, adding a unique citrusy twist. Available in both cans and on d...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell of the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're celebrating the arrival of spring with a fantastic brew from Wayland Brewing in Orchard Park – Weissbier! This traditional German wheat beer, also known as Hefeweizen, is meticulously crafted with pilsner and red wheat malts, a hint of noble hops, and...

Welcome to another episode of "The Best Beer I Drank This Week," hosted by Brian Campbell from the Buffalo Beer League! This week, we're featuring a standout brew from Ellicottville Brewing Company – Cherry Wheat! This sweet dark cherry ale captivates with its natural balance and enchanting aroma. It offers a light tartness that transitions into subtle vanilla hints, ending with a crisp, smooth fi...

Have you tried this Hoppy Ale yet? Let us know your favorite beer this week at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or by calling (716) 486-BEER (2447) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The White Russian Golden Stout was brewed in collaboration with Scott McMillan, Co-Founder of the Buffalo Beer League and the winner of The Dude Hates Cancer Homebrew Contest. This unique brew was aged on Kaluha coffee cold brew, cocoa nibs, and vanilla, creating a beverage that truly embodies the spirit of The Dude! If you have a favorite beer, let us know about it at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com...

Have you had a chance to check out Citra Fog yet? It's a very good 6% IPA from Southern Tier Brewing Company. Check it out! If you want to share the best beer you drank this week, call us at 716-486-BEER or email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This Double NEIPA from Mortalis in collaboration with Fidens hides its 8% behind a soft body and Citra and Nelson hops. Grab some now! As always, email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or call us at (716) 486-BEER to tell us your favorite beer this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian goes into the 3rd beer from Froth in this podcast's short time. A full 20% of the beers mentioned have been from Froth and this one doesn't disappoint. A 4.8% sessionable Hazy IPA featuring Citra, El Dorado, and Mosaic hops. Want to get in on the action? Tell us your favorite beer this week at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or at (716) 486-BEER (2997) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

On this episode, Brian Campbell of the Buffalo Beer League talks about Double Order, a new double NEIPA coming in at 8.5%. If you want to share your favorite beer this week, either email Brian at Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or call (716) 486-BEER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out Citrus Pils from Genesee Brrewing. As always, we want to hear from you at (716) 486-BEER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's past October, but we don't need a reason to continue drinking this seasonal version of Buffalo's Favorite IPA. Listen to see what Brian from the Buffalo Beer League has to say about it. Want to get in on the action, dial 716-486-BEER or email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com with your favorite beer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian talks Double Juice life from Frother Brewing Company. A "Double dry-hopped Hazy Double IPA with Mosaic, Citra & El Dorado hops." ( https://www.craftbeerkings.com/products/froth-double-juice-life ) Wanna tell us your favorite beer this week? Email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com or can 716-486-BEER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian returns with a review of Dullahan Hazy IPA from 12 Gates. The 5th release in the Monsters & Myths series, brewed with El Dorado, Huell Melon, Mandarina, Bavaria, and Simcoe hops. Want to join the show like Marc and Mark did? Call us at (716) 486-BEER or email Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

American Lager 4.2% Alc. by Vol. Made with All New York State Cascade Cryo hops from @hopguild Let us know your favorite beer this week at (716) 486-BEER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dandy is a German Dark Lager that we brewed with our good buddy over at @autarkbrewhouse. This is the 1st of 2 fall offerings that we collaborated on and couldn’t be more excited with the turnout. Pouring a dark chocolate brown, this lager presents an aroma packed with toffee like sweet pretzel and complimented with a delicate balance of roasted coffee and sweet licorice. -From Briar Brother's Fac...

Have you tried Wayland Brewing Company in Orchard Park yet? They've made a good first impression on many beer-drinkers in Western New York. this week we're highlighting their West Coast IPA Good Clean Fun. Do you have a favorite beer you want to tell us about? Call us at (716) 486-BEER or send us an email: Brian@BuffaloBeerLeague.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pineapple IPA, a curious blend of Pineapple puree and IPA. Found at Buffalo Olde Brewery: 1221 E Lovejoy St Buffalo, NY. https://www.thebuffalooldebrewery.com/ We want you to tell us your favorite beer this week at (716) 486-BEER (2337) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.