Adam Makes Beer

I’m talking with Antonio Sanchez, aka @wortwrangler — hands down the best brewery meme-maker on the internet. He’s done it all in the industry from brewing, sales, marketing, and more! We’re digging into:🍻 Knockout hops & layering late-boil flavor🧪 Hop oils, concentrates & maximizing aroma💜 Plus, a real convo about Antonio’s fight with lupus — and how the beer community can show up. If...

I’m sitting down with Devin Smith, Head Brewer at Clarion River Brewing and President of MBAA District Pittsburgh 👏 ! Devin’s making serious moves in the brewing world, and we’re diving into: 🌿 Her path into the industry 🌶️ Brewing with herbs & spices 🏛 Leading in the MBAA …and a whole lot more. This is gonna be a killer conversation for anyone passionate about flavor, craft, and community i...

🎙 Episode 60 – It’s Not About You: Growing as a MentorIndustry Pro Podcast with Adam MillsIn this episode, we’re digging into one of the most overlooked (and most powerful) skills in professional growth: mentorship. Whether you’re a head brewer, a production lead, or someone building a team from scratch, your ability to lead and develop others could be the most important part of your career. And h...

I'm kicking off a Career Development Podcast Series to help you build a career with stability, clarity, and meaning. (Link to the worksheet that accompanies this episode below)We’re starting with the one and only: Simon Sinek’s “Start With Why”. (It would be a great idea to watch the talk, linked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA ). I’ll break down the biggest takeaways, how it...

🎙 Episode 58 – Craig Thomas | Brewing Innovation at Abstrax HopsIndustry Pro Podcast – Hosted by Adam MillsIn this episode, we delve into the forefront of brewing innovation with Craig Thomas, of Abstrax Hops. With a rich background in brewing and sensory science, Craig brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. About Craig Thomas:Craig began his brewing journey in Edinburgh, Scotland, before earn...

🎙 Episode 57 – Ken Schramm | Schramm’s Mead & The Compleat MeadmakerIndustry Pro Podcast – Hosted by Adam MillsIn this episode, we sit down with legendary meadmaker Ken Schramm, founder of Schramm’s Mead and author of The Compleat Meadmaker. Known as one of the most influential voices in modern mead, Ken shares insights from over three decades in fermentation—from homebrewing beginnings to sha...

Join us live at 6pm EST this Wednesday on YouTube with guest Gabrielle Lannes Maurey, Head Brewer of @cervejariadogma 🔥We will chat about her path into the industry, the exciting beers they make at Dogma, some of the awesome equipment she gets to use, and more!#probrewer #brewer #ipa #hazyipa #homebrew #brewerylife #craftbeer #lager Adam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/...

We’re sitting down with Shanleigh Thomsen (@shanferments) — fermentation scientist, industry strategist, and an insightful voice in the alcohol space. With a decade of experience across brewing, hops, and product development, Shan has worked at every level of the alcohol supply chain — from global beverage brands to regional farms. She holds a Master’s in Food Science and is currently pursuing her...

🎙️ Episode 55 – Cody Sherwood | Wichita Brewing & Less Hate More Lager PodcastIn this episode of the Industry Pro Podcast, we sit down with Cody Sherwood—brewer at Wichita Brewing Company and host of the Less Hate More Lager Podcast. Cody shares his journey in the craft beer industry, his thoughts on brewing culture, and his deep passion for lager and West Coast IPA.We also dive into an honest...

Link to Janish DMS article: https://scottjanish.com/how-to-prevent-dms-in-beer/ We’ll be answering your questions—live in the chat or via DM ahead of time—and giving a full recap of CBC 2025 in Indy: what we saw, what stood out, and what it means for the industry. Whether you’ve followed since day one or just jumped in—come hang out and celebrate with us. Set a reminder. Bring your questions. Let’...

We’re diving deep into Hop Creep with brewer and researcher Jessica Young! Jessica is finishing her PhD in Food Science at UC Davis, specializing in beer and brewing. She’s got a talent for breaking down complex brewing science into concepts you can actually use in your brewery. 🧪 We’ll talk about what hop creep actually is, why it happens, and how to manage it in your process.🔗 Need expert brew...

In this episode of Industry Pro Podcast, we sit down with Matt Therrien, owner of Lake Ann Brewing, to dive into what it takes to run a thriving brewpub. Matt shares his insights on the key factors that contribute to long-term success in the craft beer industry, including:🍺 Choosing the Right Location – Why your brewery’s surroundings matter just as much as what’s in the glass.🍺 Selecting the Be...

🚨 Join Us Live! 🚨Got questions about brewing, craft beer, the beer industry, or advancing your brewing career? Now’s your chance to get answers! Don’t miss out—tune in and be part of the conversation. 🍻🔗 Need expert brewing consultation or marketing services? Learn more here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16hsLUOo3519_GrKzLFnHe4sBApZOoqCm/view?usp=drive_link 🎙️ Listen to the Adam Makes Beer...

Brewing Big Beers & Bold Hops: Sarah Nadeem of Misfit Brewing on Imperial Stouts & West Coast IPAsAre you looking to master Imperial Stouts and West Coast IPAs? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Nadeem of Misfit Brewing to break down her approach to crafting these two iconic styles. From selecting the right malts and hops to perfecting fermentation and balance, Sarah shares her expert...

Adam chats live with Amy Mast of Craft Leadership! They will talk about communication and building skills that will help to grow your career in craft beer! #probrewer #brewerylife #communicationskills #homebrew Link to the document discussed in this podcast: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17Hv9Zn78DKRI9FkJK1bfGGA08m5DFhEY/view?usp=drive_linkIf you are interested in Adam's consultation or mark...

Join us live with all of your brewing/beer/industry/career questons! It's going to be a blast! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podca...

Adam chats live with John Haggerty, Brewmaster at Warped Wing Brewing! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ada...

Adam chats live with Shane Bird of JuneShine, Eric Dean, North America Sales for Dalum, and Peter Dahlen, Director of Brewing Operations at Sebago Brewing! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.co...

Adam chats live with Alex Rhinehart, Brewmaster and Owner at Southridge Brewing! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/p...

Adam chats live with Boyd Culver, President of Coldbreak! We will be talking all things jockey boxes, business, and more! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple...

Adam chats live with Richard Preiss, cofounder and CEO of Escarpment Laboratories in Guelph, Ontario! If you are interested in Adam's consultation or marketing services, click the link for more details: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pkUkUC-MNmwDrRbacPv8JgaGWEVHeoYU/view?usp=sharingAdam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMUApple Podcast: https://po...

***Note*** I messed up the question about glycol left in the tank jacket. Please allow me some grace as this is all done live, and I got mixed up! Thanks! This is what the AI Overview on Google has to say about it: "No, glycol does not expand when it gets cold; in fact, unlike water, glycol contracts when it freezes, meaning its volume decreases as the temperature drops to its freezing point....

Adam Mills, professional brewer and brewing coach, takes your beer and brewing questions live! Adam Makes Beer Merch Store: https://adam-makes-beer-store.printify.me/products Adam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMU Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502 Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: Blichmann E...

Adam Mills, professional brewer and brewing coach, takes your beer and brewing questions live! Adam Makes Beer Merch Store: https://adam-makes-beer-store.printify.me/products Adam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMU Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502 Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: Blichmann E...

Adam Mills, Director of Brewing Operations at Sonder Brewing takes your beer and brewing questions live! Adam Makes Beer Merch Store: https://adam-makes-beer-store.printify.me/products Adam Makes Beer Podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Si7TqiEY7ZeTq3D7CwqMU Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adam-makes-beer/id1695229502 Instagram: @adammakesbeer Equipment Sponsor: B...