Arizona Beer Frontier

It's the mornng before our Senate vote and we are staring down tariffs that will increase our cost of goods for malt, stainless steel and cardboard. Will hemp play a role in our breweries enduring yet another storm? The upcoming Craft Brewers Conference in Indianapolis, Baja Beer Festival, Oh Brther Where Art Thou, Chicago, the end of Beer Week, and Rob's dog Hazel are all on the Bingo card. Want...

With Andrew out sick and with some important bills hitting the house, we tried an experiment. Could this blog be put together in one marathon House session? We used the assistance of AI Rob to do some of the voice-over work and while it worked out OK and might have been the right tool for the job... Well, we'd like to hear your thoughts. Also, there might be some literal blind spots on the audio s...

This podcast is about the Arizona beer industry and upcoming events. The hosts discuss the Arizona Strong Beer Festival, the Brewers Roundtable, and the 30th anniversary dinner at ASH. They also talk about some legislative stuff going on, including the hemp beverage bill and the bill to lower the required minimum amount for a brewery license. Finally, they touch on some of the challenges that the...

In this episode of Arizona Beer Frontier, we sit down with Sue Rigler, owner and founder of Hundred Mile Brewing Co in Tempe. Sue shares her journey into the craft beer industry, discussing the challenges and triumphs of opening a brewery in the heart of Arizona. We delve into Sue's questions about Guild issues such as legislation, Arizona Strong, and Arizona Beer Week. Want to ask a question on t...

This episode of Arizona Beer Forntier features a lively discussion between Rob Fullmer, Director of Government Affairs, and Andrew Bauman, Executive Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild. They cover a wide range of topics, from the upcoming Arizona Strong Beer Fest and the Super Bowl to legislative updates on hemp beverages and water usage regulations. They also delve into the challenges of...

Rob Fullmer, the director of government affairs for the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Andrew Bauman, the executive director, discuss recent news and events in the Arizona craft brewing industry.   They begin by discussing the recent end to a 158-day drought in Phoenix, noting the importance of rain and snow for the state's agriculture and breweries.   The conversation then turns to the Arizona...

This episode of the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast features a conversation between Andrew Bauman, the Executive Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Rob Fullmer, the Director of Government Affairs. They discuss a variety of topics related to the Arizona craft beer industry, including: Social Media and Marketing: The challenges of using social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter to...

Join Rob and Andrew as they podcast from Starfire Brewing in the Friendship Village Retirement Community.  Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here:  https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres and they graciously agreed. We hope you like it as much as the original. wetige...

In this episode of the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, Rob and Andrew discuss the challenges and triumphs of the Arizona craft beer industry. They talk about the Pour Love Into Local campaign, a Brewers Association initiative to support local breweries during the difficult month of January. The Beer Frontierians also discuss the concentration of brands in grocery stores and the importance of suppor...

We did it. We did an actual beer podcast (and not a podcast about beer). Rob and Andrew, from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, sit down to enjoy some holiday beers and blue cheeses. They talk about the holidays, the latest beer industry news, and some upcoming events. They also share their favorite beer experiences of the year. We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version o...

In this episode of Arizona Beer Frontier, Rob and Andrew sit down with Drew Tapolcai, owner of the recently closed Brewers Connection, an influential homebrew shop in the Arizona brewing community. Drew shares his experience working at Four Peaks Brewing Company and discusses the challenges of running a homebrew shop in today's economy. The Beer Frontierians talk about the history of Brewers Conne...

Welcome back to the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, where we explore the vast landscape of craft beer in the Grand Canyon State. Today, we dive deep into industry news and discuss the future of craft beer. Rob and Andrew, your Beer Frontierians, bring you the latest news and insights from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild. In this episode, we discuss: The passing of Rob's father and his legacy. The p...

Join the Beer Frontierians for a lively discussion on the latest happenings in the Arizona craft beer scene and beyond. We'll cover the end of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, a Hallmark movie with a beer-related plot, and the legal and economic implications of THC beverages in Arizona. Plus, we'll recap our recent meeting at SanTan Brewing Company, including the Mash Press, updates on Arizona Beer Week...

Join Rob and Andrew as they discuss the latest news and trends in the craft beer industry, including the impact of tariffs, the importance of the Hispanic market, and the challenges facing small breweries. They also discuss the challenges facing the Guild, including the need for outside revenue and the importance of government affairs. Rob and Andrew sign off, reminding listeners that their podcas...

Join Rob and Andrew as they discuss their recent beer-related adventures. Rob shares his experience at Sierra Nevada's Celly Drippings event, where he also discusses the rituals around the preparation of Thanksgiving turkey and Christmas pudding, while Andrew recounts his trip to Willcox and Bisbee, Arizona. They also touch on upcoming events, including Pint Day and the Arizona Strong Beer Festiva...

Beer Frontierians Rob and Andrew discuss the importance of beer festivals in the craft beer industry, highlighting the recent Barrels Bottles & Brews Festival held at Salt River Fields. They delve into the declining trend of draft beer sales, emphasizing the impact of macro-brewery closures on the industry. The conversation also touches on the significance of supporting local breweries, wineries,...

Andrew takes a swing through Pinetop/Show Low. The Beer Frontierians discuss: Recent events and festivals, such as Local FirstAZ Fall Festival and the Southwest Belgian Beer Fest.    Challenges and uncertainties surrounding hemp beverages and the Beer Institute and DISCUS' stance on them.    A meeting to discuss hemp beverages and the need for legislative clarity before entering the market.    Vis...

We brought in Camila Alarcon, Guild Counsel to discuss the TTB audit process and the different types of liquor licenses.  We also discussed the importance of record keeping and the physical space requirements for breweries.  We touched briefly on the impact of the election on the beer industry as the results were directional but not final. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or c...

This episode of the Arizona Beer Frontier podcast is a lively, wide-ranging discussion between two friends deeply involved in the Arizona craft beer scene. They touch on a variety of topics, including: Legislative Updates: They discuss advocating for changes in minimum beer production requirements for breweries, and the potential for a new hemp beverage bill that would allow alcohol establishments...

This week's podcast episode is a conversation between Andrew Bauman and Hector Martinez, the owner of a beer and wine bar called Hoppy Vine in Oro Valley, Arizona. They discuss the current state of the craft beer industry in Tucson, the challenges breweries face, and the importance of creating a unique experience for customers. Key takeaways: The craft beer scene in Tucson is diverse but faces cha...

It is with great sadness that we have learned about the passing of Anthony Canecchia, the founder of SanTan Brewing. Anthony worked tirelessly to grow craft beer in our state and created a business employing scores of Arizonans throughout his career. We wish the best to SanTan and the Canecchia family in this time of grief. This is an early release so we could capture our thoughts on his memory. W...

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The Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, hosted by Rob and Andrew, discusses various topics related to the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild and the craft brewing industry. Rob shares his experiences with travel delays and the NAU advisory board meetings, emphasizing the importance of hospitality in the industry. They delve into challenges like potential changes to federal nonprofit status and the raising of...

Hosts Rob and Andrew discuss the state of the Arizona craft beer industry, recent brewery events, and upcoming festivals. They start by enjoying a barrel-aged imperial stout from Fate Brewing Company. They then talk about recent visits to breweries like Lumberyard, Bone Haus, Button, Slowbody and discuss the importance of revisiting breweries and appreciating beers in a mindful way, a concept they...