Beer In Front

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 OddPods Media Promos from Infectious Groove and Grab 'Em In The Brisket Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

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 Od...

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 Promo: OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

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 OddPods Medi...

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...

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 OddPods Media Promo: Beer’d Al Podcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704...

This week, I'm going back to the year 1040, when Weihenstephan first started brewing beer. I had three of them, and they are terrific! I had one locally from Wild Onion that was great as well! Weihenstephaner Wild Onion Brewery OddPods Media Promo: Super Media Bros Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

In 6 short years, Voodoo Ranger has taken over the craft beer IPA category for National brands. I'll talk about that and taste four different ones. Pops On Hops OddPods Media Promo: Married With Television Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

This week I’m talking Italy on the podcast. I’ll have a beer from Italy, an Italian Style Pilsner, and a Kettle Sour inspired by an Italian Ice along with that Italian Ice from Miko’s side-by-side. I’m also talking about my favorite dish Braciole! All that and more on Beer In Front this week! Birra Moretti Mikerphone Brewing Old Irving Brewing Miko’s Italian Ice Braciole Recipe OddPods Media Promo...

Grab your Lederhosen and Dirndl because this is the Oktoberfest Episode of Beer In Front! I'll have the Hofbräu Oktoberfest from Munich as well as 2 local Illinois ones, Half Acre & Roaring Table. There's some more AI hijinks and a special Jagoff segment at the end! Hofbräu München Half Acre Beer Roaring Table Brewing OddPods Media Promo: Grab 'Em In The Brisket Become a supporter of this podc...

Sometimes the beer in front of you is the best one yet. I'll talk about some old school beers that maybe you've forgotten about. Some new beers that have the potential to be a classic. I'll also talk to various people around the beer world and get their stories all about beer. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

This week, I have my annual Shower Beer and this year I’m having Shiny Math Rocks from Pipeworks Brewing in Chicago. I’ll also have Big Wave from Kona Brewing and I’ll tell you my Maui story. #BeerInFrontShowerBeer Links: Pipeworks Brewing Kona Brewing Company Chicago Brew Pass Friday Night Flights OddPods Media Promo: Infectious Groove Music Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake...

Solo show this week and I'm having 2 Beers In Front! The first is an old school classic, Vanilla Porter from Breckinridge. The 2nd is a Chicago one from Pipeworks called Alla Salute. This is an Italian Pilsner in collab with JP Graziano in Chicago. Put Them In The Cart! Promo: The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447...

Good show this week. I talked to Joe Churo and James Bigler over at Go Brewing, the 1st Non-Alcoholic Craft Brewery in the state of Illinois. I also tried a few of their beers and can vouch for them, they were really good! Plus, you get to hear an cloned AI version of my voice in the intro and outro. They removed my Chicago accent and call it Jaygoff! All this and more! Go Brewing! Good Beer Hunti...

Old Irving Brewing and Omega Yeast have teamed up to make a GABF Gold Medal Winner in the Hazy IPA category NOT hazy? I talked with Matthew Moldenhauer over at Old Irving about this and their new Helles that is one of my favorite new beers out this Summer! Old Irving Brewing Omega Yeast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/suppor...

This week I chatted with Abigail and Barry over at Pops on Hops. We talked Florida beer, music, and their great show! I also had a fantastic beer from Roaring Table locally in Illinois. Pops On Hops Roaring Table OddPods Media Promo: Super Media Bros Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

Illinois Craft Beer Is Better… Outdoors! Put on your hiking boots, go outside and enjoy a State Park and Beer. I’m talking this week with Stephanie and Emma over at Fresh Air Friendship who have collaborated with the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild with a fun partnership spotlighting the State Parks of Illinois along with some fantastic local breweries along the way! I’ll talk about news of the week...

Changing things up this week and talking Mead. I stopped over at Second City Meadery and spoke to Peter Schultz there. I really enjoyed the 3 I had from them and will by all means be stopping over there again! Second City Meadery Promo: Married With Television OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

After a month or so of interview shows, I wanted to put out a quick "fun" sized episode. I'll have the latest in beer news and a couple really good beers to talk about! Promo: OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

On this episode, I talked with Ryan Pak over at Soundtrack Your Life. We talked Movies, Music & Beer! Soundtrack Your Life is a must listen for me each week and Ryan is a fellow Certified Beer Server as well! Soundtrack Your Life Promo: EverTrending Story OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

This week I sat down with Clay Gentry over at Hello Monty/Dynamo in Chattanooga. I'm telling you, these beers were fantastic! I also had a local Chicago beer from Maplewood that was great as well. Hello Monty Maplewood Brewery Promo: Grab'Em In The Brisket OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group

Do you want to learn more about different beer styles? Want to learn techniques that will make the beer you serve smell and taste better? This episode is for YOU! I talked with Chris Pisney over at the Cicerone Program and we discussed the program and how that will help all of us be more educated when it comes to beer. You don't have to be in the beer industry to find everyday use in the Cicerone...

If you're in the Delaware or Myrtle Beach area, Crooked Hammock Brewery is a place you must hit up! I had some killer beers from them and talked with Larry Horwitz who is the Director Of Brewing Operations. Their Hammock Light Lager is their newest offering and it's one to have on any day! Crooked Hammock Brewery The Muck Podcast OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak...

I'm honored to have Michael Williams over at Great Lakes Brewing Company on today to talk about my favorite National Craft Brewery. I've had their classic beers on the show before and today we'll have two of their new offerings. Was informative to talk with a Classic Craft Brewery about their heritage and their plans for the future. Great Lakes Brewing Company Promo: From The Middle OddPods Media...

What a fun show this week! Talked with Seamus Gallager over at Montucky Cold Snacks about their beer that is everywhere now! Fun company that doesn't take themselves too seriously and gives 8% back to local charities! Montucky Cold Snacks Promo: BFYTW OddPods Media Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support . Beer Media Group