Buffalo Brews Podcast

Milkshake. Milkshake IPA. One is creamy and dessert. The other is creamy, fruity and could be a dessert selection. One requires a straw. The other beckons your waiting lips to the edge of a freshly poured glass. What characteristics make the Milkshake IPA stand out from its cousins? Join Jason and Craig as they open a can of Clouds and Cream from Central Waters Brewing Company of Amherst, Wisconsi...

The episode many have waited for. Born from the legendary Vermont brewery, The Alchemist, we set aside our simple, traditional and crisp cousin for the hop varieties, juiciness, cloudiness and complex flavor profiles that made Heady Topper famous. Pour your favorite and learn how grains, hop timing, yeast and no filtration make it the most popular style in America. This episode features Golden Key...

In 2016, 22 acres of farmland located outside Cazenovia, NY belonged to a different brewery with different goals. Fast forward to 2019 when that brewery was replaced with Meier's Creek Brewing Company and the result was some of the finest IPA's and sours variety in Central New York. So prepare to be Chasing Goosebumps and give Maximum Effort   because It Takes Blue To Tango . Hey, Don&ap...

Listening to this series you know what an IPA is. But what is a double IPA? Jason and Craig let you know as well as where they come from and how they are made. In the who's who category we introduce Vinnie Cilurzo, the Godfather of the modern double IPA. And how is it pronounced? Dip-a or die-a? This episode features Flip Phone Contact from Fifth Frame Brewing Company in Rochester, NY. Visit...

We had the pleasure of being official sponsors of ESW BrawlFest and sat down with the new ESW Tag-Team Champions, Chael Conners and TJEpixx of CXR. Brian and Jason  ask about their interest in wrestling, their training, and we learn what the champs like to do in their spare time. All of this ahead of their title defense against Greed. Spoiler alert: CXR won! Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcas...

We have reached the "hold my beer" stage as the IPA is born is the U.S. We track the 1980's and 90's before the Great American Beer Festival and the IPA became the most entered category in 2002. What difference do hops make from their origins in England to the American traditional? Also, Craig and Jason talk food pairings, This episode features IPA from Brindle Haus Brewing Com...

Before America said "hold my beer," the IPA (India Pale Ale) was founded in 1835. If you push the timeline all the way back to the 1760's you get the origins of the IPA with the British Pale Ale. Gather 'round as Jason and Craig host story time as we learn how it all began. Barley, hops, maturation and a trusted ship aging process for the perfect refreshment.  In this episode w...

Popping open Look Twice, Head West from Sloop Brewing Company, Jason and Bri give a rundown of the CollaBEERation 4 event that never fails to create a great festival atmosphere. What is the craze with this cake at Aldi? Some new visits around the area as we enjoyed some nostalgia (as well as beer and food, let's face it). What is coming up for Series 5 of Bear-ly Getting Started? Visit our we...

Sour Power has been fun and we finish it out with one of the most popular new breweries and one of the hottest beer styles. Listen as we learn from the start that you open a smoothie-style sour sooner than later. What makes them different from other beers? Full of flavor and texture, sit down with your favorite Schmoojee and celebrate  Imprint Beer Company's success with us.   Visit our websi...

Jason and Bri kick off season 4 of the, now, AWARD-WINNING Buffalo Brews Podcast drinking Solar Bronco from Brickyard Brewing Company as they reflect on the Total Solar Eclipse experience. Steel Leaf Brewing is moving. CollaBEERation and the Tap & Craft Festival are coming. Find out which beer festival Jay and Bri do not like. Get a glimpse into the upcoming WNY Summer Hiking Challenge. Learn...

The power of the sour returns stateside and to the Empire State for the third part of our series. Explore the profile of tartness, flavor and mouthfeel with Jason and Craig as they also take us on a tour on the flavor wheel. Fruit and hops will have you visiting soon enough to try it for yourself. Featuring Straylight Sour IPA from Hudson Valley Brewery. Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcast.co...

In a journey that began 1,122 days and 100 episodes ago the podcast brings it's season 3 finale with Jay and Bri's Excellent Adventure. From food and drink, to hiking, to traveling internationally, join your hosts of the latest happening around the area. Thank you so much for your support over the last three years. We look forward to even more and it is simply not possible without you, t...

A special Tuesday episode (number 99) as Bear-ly Getting Started brings one more beverage choice from Belgium. Introducing the Fruit Beer, a vivid, fresh and fruity taste which bursts with character and flavor. Jason and Craig discuss variations, food pairings, and answer the question... 'what is a cuvee?' In this episode the guys are enjoying Red by Petrus. Visit our website at BuffaloB...

Series 4 is here and that brings us 'Sour Power'. Each episode will bring you more energy as we explore what makes sour beers unique. Our first stop is across the Atlantic to Belgium as Jason and Craig talk about traditional Lambic ale and answer the question, what is a gueuzerie? Craig brought Gueuze Tilquin à l’ancienne to the party. Sit back and feel the power! Visit our website at Bu...

In the spirit of dry January or whichever month, reason or occasion you choose, there is no denying that the current non-alcoholic beer game is stronger than ever. Jason and Bri sit down with their friend Tony as he opens his knowledge and selection for this tasting episode. How are NA beers made? Which are some of the most popular? And what does Pete Schweddy have to do with this? Visit our websi...

We close out Series 3 with a style that is the face of festivals and a favorite of collectors, the barrel-aged stout.  How are they created? What are the common flavor notes? Months of patience gives birth to rich flavor and aromas. In this episode we feature Black Ops from Brooklyn Brewing.  Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcast.com Email: buffalobrewsPR@gmail.com Follow us on social media. In...

Revving the engines as we proceed through this series, you cannot talk stouts without a visit to one of the most fascinating and popular varieties, the Imperial Stout. Craig and Jason go in depth on the style and what makes it superior to some of its cousins. In this episode we feature Komes Imperial Stout from Browar Fortuna, located in Miroslaw, Poland.  Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcast....

Continuing our 'Shout for Stouts' we follow the beer tree to the export stout. Listen as Craig talks about water, filtering, and alcohol by volume ranges. Download this episode, pop in your ear buds and be prepared to be bowled over as we highlight 'Over The Line' from Meier's Creek Brewing Company located in Syracuse, NY.   Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcast.com Ema...

It's that time of year and the NFL Playoffs are here. Just before the start of the Super Wild Card Weekend, Jason and Bri sit down to make predictions all the way to who is going to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. What makes this interesting is one of them is a 6-time fantasy football champion and one knows very little about the game. Who will have the better record? Click, follow and subscrib...

Series 3, entitled 'Shout for Stouts', begins with a classic we know as the Irish Stout. However, you will learn what happens when you add nitrogen to stout as opposed to the classic carbon dioxide. The result is a tasty, easy drinker reminiscent of a certain Irish favorite.  Click, follow and subscribe to the Buffalo Brews Podcast wherever you listen. Cheers! Visit our website at Buffal...

As promised, in this installment of 'Throwback Thursday Episodes, we are sharing the first part of our April 2022 interview with Mike Radomski of Outside Chronicles. Learning about the early days of OC we can understand what gave birth to the WNY Hiking Challenges and a thirst for the beauty that the outdoors offers. Go to outsidechronicles.com to learn more. Click, follow and subscribe to th...

Happy New Year from all of us at the Buffalo Brews Podcast. On Day 1 we like to get outside and hike one of the great trails in the area. Jason talks the 2023 WNY Winter Hiking Challenge as well as nearby breweries, craft bars and meaderies where you can enjoy food and drink before or after your time in mother nature.  Click, follow and subscribe to the Buffalo Brews Podcast wherever you listen. C...

It's the Christmas weekend and we have your traveling and visiting needs with news about recent closures and additions as well as a review of holiday beers featuring Brewdog, Thin Man, and Abomination. What's coming up for us? And how do you pronounce the word 'liqueur'?  We want you to hit the subscribe button for Christmas. Click, follow and subscribe to the Buffalo Brews Pod...

In this festive episode of the Buffalo Brews Podcast, Jason and Bri take listeners along for their annual adventure on the Seneca Lake Deck the Halls Wine Trail, celebrating its 30th year. Over three days and 19 wineries, they dive into the magic of holiday décor, creative food pairings, standout wines, and the quirky moments that make wine weekends unforgettable. They kick things off with a stop...

Rounding out Series 2, we explore the Doppelbock and feature Optimator from Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu in Munich. Starting in 1397, becoming the largest in town in 1867, it still stands in the same location. This beer is an ever-promising treat for the taste buds and an aroma of toasted malt, caramel, and dark fruits to match. Thank you, as always, for listening. We look forward to bringing you Seri...