Double Hopbeat: A Homebrewing Podcast

Ronnie Lawson of RW’s Brewing walks Shannon and James through the process of starting a yeast library, including all of the equipment someone needs to get started. Plus, Ronnie shares his experience as the 2018 Sam Adams LongShot Winner and medaling in his first ever homebrew competition.   Special thank you to Ronnie from @rws_brewing for coming on the show!   Don't forget to check out our merch:...

Greg, from HOPtuary Brewing Co, joins James and Shannon on the podcast to chat about his brewing setup, becoming a BJCP judge, advice for those looking to enter competitions, and his experience sampling the Treehouse Data Set Series.  Special thanks to Greg, @hoptuary_brewingco for joining us! Don't forget to check out our merch: https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products

For their 5 year podcasting anniversary, James and Shannon revisit their very first episode, How to Pick a Pint. Whether you are a new comer to the craft beer scene or old hat, learn how to find the perfect pint for you when visiting a brewery and some tips to keep in mind.    Don't forget to check out our merch: https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products

James and Shannon welcome advanced cicerone, certified taster and author Mandy Naglich (@drinkswithmandy) back to the show to talk about Mandy’s book “How to Taste: A Guide to Discovering Flavor and Savoring Life”. Mandy shares tips on how to get the most from your beer tasting experiences, and tries the barrel aged imperial stout James made off of Mandy’s gold winning stout recipe.  Special thank...

James and Shannon are joined by Brandon from Huston House Brewing @hh_brewco and they chat about red IPAs, the benefits of being in a home-brew club and the unexpected effect COVID had on Brandon's beer journey.   Thanks again to Brandon for coming on the show! We have merch! https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products

On this week’s episode, James and Shannon explore the world of packaging beer on a homebrewing level. How did packaging beer start and how are homebrewers packaging their creations today? James talks about his newest homebrewery additions of the Oktober Can Seamer and Duofiller can easy. How to decide between bottles or cans? Tune in and learn how you can fill and package beer at home and what equ...

This episode, John, from @Ironton_brewing, stops by the pod to highlight his renovated homebrewing space and how he incorporates technology into brewing. Big thank you again to John, for coming on the show! Don't forget to check out our merch! https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products

Happy New Year! To round out 2023 James and Shannon check out Berkley Beer Company (@berkleybeercompany), step up their canning game and James unboxes the Brew Bucket 2.0 from SS Brewtech.  Don’t forget we have merch! https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products

Jordan from Billy's Tavern Homebrew is in the house! Tune in as Shannon and James chat about how Jordan pays homage to his grandfather through his homebrewing, his unique distribution method and his most adventurous beer.    Thank you again to @Billystavernbrew ( https://www.hopp.bio/billystavern ) for joining us on the show. Check him out on Instagram and Facebook @Billystavernbrew and on Twitter...

This episode Shannon and James chat with Christian from Mishicott Brewing about his family's history in the brewing industry and his recent journey as a homebrewer.    Christian's Marzen recipe featured on Spike Brewing's website: https://spikebrewing.com/blogs/recipes/oktoberfest-recipe-with-mishicott-brewing   Check out more about Christian's family history here! https://www.manitowoccountyhisto...

It's our 100th episode! Who would have thought we'd make it this far. Take a stroll down memory lane with James and Shannon as they reminisce about the past 4 1/2 years of podcasting with favorite moments, homebrewer highlights, and a behind the scenes look into how the show is made. 

Happy Halloween! It's that time of year again where Shannon shares how beer and halloween intersect. And James tests Shannon's knowledge of beer and candy pairings.    Make sure to check out our merch and support our Brew Another Day initiative: https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products     This episodes sources: https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/why-the-first-female-brewers-look-a-...

The duo have a double brew day before Shannon jets off to Chicago to check out the second Guinness location to open in the U.S. (@guinnessbrewerychi) and the largest independently owned brewery in the city, @Revbrewchicago.   Make sure to check out our merch and support our Brew Another Day initiative: https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products  

Fresh from their trip to good old Florida, James and Shannon are joined by Jeremy from @mainstmagic to chat all things alcohol at Hollywood Studios.   Special thanks to Jeremy from @mainstmagic for joining us on this episode and sharing his experiences. Make sure to check out our merch and support our #Brewanotherday initative at https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/products    

The dynamic duo are joined by another dynamic duo Matt and Ray, two friends turned homebrewers. Matt (@Oilcreekbrewing) and Ray (@1419Brewing) share their homebrewing stories and how they intertwine. Find out who is the Master and who is the Padawan, how roses can add a little something extra to a beer and how PH can impact the outcome of your beer.  Special thanks to Matt and Ray for joining us o...

Our quest to chat with homebrewers from across the country continues. This week James and Shannon chat with Mike from @marshallmashbrewlab about his endeavor into using a coolship, brewing with seafood and brandy barrel aging.  Special thanks to @marshallmashbrewlab for cracking open a beer with us. Don't forget we have merch! Access our merch page here: https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/...

Rob and Corinne from Pratt Brewing Company pay another visit to Double Hopbeat podcast! Big things have been in motion since James and Shannon last sat down with Pratt Brewing, such as opening a craft brewery! Tune in to hear more about the joys and challenges that cane come along with leveling up from homebrewing to craft brewery. Don't forget we have merch! Follow the link to check it out! https...

Double Hopbeat Podcast Brew another day initiative- To commemorate our family, friends and loved ones in our community battling cancer, we are releasing a special shirt and mug. A portion of the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society. You can find the brew another day t-shirt (all sizes for $30) and mug ($15) from the link in our bio for podcast merch.  Brew another day is our initiative...

James and Shannon do a deep dive into Omega Yeast's discovery of the HZY1 gene in yeast.    Sources for today's show: (2023). Omega Yeast. “Omega Yeast Discovers a Yeast Gene that Makes Beer Hazy.” https://omegayeast.com/news/omega-yeast-discovers-a-yeast-gene-that-makes-beer-hazy     (2023) Keith Lacy, Rita Mormando, Jeremy R. Smith, Patrick A. Gibney, Lance M. Shaner, Laura T. Burns. “Identifica...

James and Shannon sit down with YouTuber and Massachusetts Homebrewer Steve, also known as @TheApartmentBrewer. Brewing a beer can be as easy as watching a video on YouTube. Find out how Steve uses the platform to walk experts and new comers alike through the brewing process in easily consumable videos.  Don't forget, we have merch! Check it out > https://double-hopbeat-podcast.printify.me/prod...

After a quick trip to Pennsylvania, James and Shannon recount their brewery adventures, discuss how Shannon's first sour beer turned out and delve into the technique of split batch (SPLATCH) brewing. Plus a special announcement!   @wellcraftedambler @Tanneryrunbrewworks

For their 90th episode, James and Shannon are joined by Jeff from @Beers_and_Kayak on Instagram. Beer can be a part of any activity so why not kayaking. Hear how Jeff mixes his love of craft beer and the great outdoors.   Thank you to Jeff @Beers_and_Kayak for joining us on this week's episode. If you would like to come on our show and share your craft beer or homebrewing journey, send us a DM on...

James and Shannon visit the Sandwich MA location of Treehouse Brewing and share some tips and tricks. Plus, what do 19th century Danish paintings, cooked hotdogs, and weed-wackers have to do with beer? Tune in the find out.  @Treehousebrewing

James has returned from the sunshine state with tales to tell. Shannon and James are joined by former Disney cast member Brandon to talk all things drinking EPCOT and Florida beer.    @rockpitbrewing

James gives a quick review of his new Spike wort chiller while Shannon recounts her not one, but TWO brew days. Plus Shannon educates James about an unusual alcoholic drink.   Follow us on Instagram @Doublehopbeatpodcast