Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl

A conversation with Jake Miller of Heirloom Rustic Ales on ending a mixed culture program, avoiding burnout, and embracing lagers.

From brewing spontaneous beer that honors tradition and supports local agriculture, Lisa and Brandon Boldt talk about Primitive Beer in Colorado and how time has been on their side during the pandemic.

The pandemic has been devastating for bars across the country. On this episode we talk with three publicans of beloved craft beer bars about what 2020 has been like, measures they have taken to survive, and the challenges of a new year. Listen to Chris Black of the Falling Rock Tap House in Denver, Polly Watts of the Avenue Pub in New Orleans, and Michael Roper of Hop Leaf in Chicago talk about th...

A conversation about 2020, what comes next for beer, and holiday traditions with author Melissa Cole, reporter and editor Christopher Shepard, and Untappd Co-founder Greg Avola.

A conversation with the brewmaster of New Realm Brewing on the evolution of IPAs, finding the right food pairings, styles that he cares about and wants to develop, and what he's learned over a career of brewing.

From brewing speciality batches to following career desires, and the importance of education, Laura Ulrich of Stone Brewing talks about her beers and passions. As president of the Pink Boots Society she talks about the changing nature of beer education and advocacy.

Hugh Sisson, the founder of Heavy Seas Brewing, talks about 25 years in the brewing industry and what he has learned along the way. From distribution decisions to a love of cask ale and while it will never take off in America, he shares insights, stories, and a prayer from the brewery in Baltimore.

Talking about holiday beer and food pairings with Hutch Kugeman, head brewer at the Culinary Institute of America.

What happens when a reporter decides to become a beer maker? You follow nature. Tom Troncone of Muckraker Beermaker talks about spontaneous ales, seltzers, local ingredients, and news.

Talking about all of the F-Words (Farming, Future, Festivals, Foam, and Fans) with Jean-Claude Tetreault of Trillium Brewing Co.

The south's beer scene continues to evolve and as it does Jason Pellett the head brewer and CEO of Orpheus Brewing in Atlanta talks about embracing both tradition and chaos.

The brewmaster of Lagunitas Brewing Co. talks about the relationship to beer and marijuana, an overall maturing in the beer space, and just how difficult it is to nail a non-alcoholic recipe. Jeremy Marshall has seen a lot of changes at the California-based brewery since it was fully purchased by Heineken three years ago, but says the core and soul of the brewery "that knows a good party" remain f...

Talking with the innovation brewer at Night Shift about creating a recipe from scratch and where she finds inspiration. Then it's a dive into the brewery's future plans that include seltzer, wine and cider.

The newly opened Drowned Lands Brewing space in New York is a wonderful, sleek combination of tradition, modern flair, and finding innovation in beer. Owner Mike Kraai talks about his love of oak, and how he wants his beers to convey a sense of place and time.

The founder and brewer of The Lost Abbey talks about how COVID-19 has changed his business and what the pandemic means for beer in general going forward. Tomme Arthur is here to talk about what comes next for brewing.

Talking about carving out a niche in the already crowded San Diego beer market with the owner of Stave & Nail Brewing Co.

Let's talk about fresh hop beers and how most of us have never truly experienced them properly. Zach Beckwith of Bend Brewing Co. has some thoughts.

When it comes to brewing beer in Napa Valley, going for the same old familiar recipes just won't fly. Nile Zacherle of Mad Fritz Beer talks about how he sources ingredients and how he lets them define the beers he makes.

Talking about lagers, traditions, and why styles matter with Brienne Allan, the production manager at Notch Brewing.

What's the best way to chug a beer? Alex Lovinggood of Barn Town Brewing has some suggestions. Also, we talk about Citra and Mosaic, cocktails, and cheese burgers.

Talking about legacy and the future with Jennifer Yuengling, a 6th generation family member and current Vice President of Operations for D.G. Yuengling & Son brewery in Pennsylvania.

Exploring the concept of evolving tradition when it comes to gose and Berliner weisse with Christopher Meyers, a co-founder of Crane Brewing Co. in Missouri.

Talking about building a beer community, brewing with fruit, and the tough future for breweries with Ethan Cox.

Garrett Oliver talks about the creation and the importance of the Michael Jackson Foundation for Brewing & Distilling.

Talking lagers and what it is like to work in the family business with Lisa Allen of Heater Allen Brewing in Oregon.