Bill Howell

Drinking on the Last Frontier

Education EN ↓ 20 episodes

Celebrate craft brewing on the Kenai Peninsula and Alaska with Bill Howell, author of four books on craft brewing in Alaska. Bill's been brewing, tasting and teaching craft beers for 30+ years and is uncapping his vast knowledge for listeners. With news from the beer world, interviews with brewers, deep dives into beer styles and much more. Her the RSS feed here

Author

Bill Howell

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.kdll.org

Latest episode

May 16, 2026

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Episodes

IPA bandwagon isn't losing steam 16.05.2026

Zach Henry of St. Elias Brewing joins Bill to talk about trends and what's tasty in the craft beer world these days

Cheers to summer! 25.05.2025

Bill is back with a special, live, membership-drive edition of Drinking on the Last Frontier. He and guest Zach Henry, owner of St. Elias Brewing Co. in Soldotna, talk about what's new in the craft brewing scene and answer listener questions.

Cheers to all the years and beers 29.03.2025

After eight years, Bill Howell is closing the tab on Drinking on the Last Frontier

Can costs be contained? 22.02.2025

Brewers brace for increased costs from potential tariffs

Warming to the idea of winter brews 25.01.2025

Soldotna's Frozen RiverFest is around the corner

Expansion a brewin' 28.12.2024

Sterling's Naptowne Brewing plans additional brewing space

Cheers to holiday beers 30.11.2024

Looking for a beverage to accompany your holiday feast? Bill has recommendations on craft beers for each course. Plus, checking in on the growth of employee-owned Denali Brewing Co., and the silver medal-winning Girdwood Brewing Co.

Spice it up — brewing with local ingredients 26.10.2024

Kenai River Brewing Co.'s Doug Hogue joins Bill to talk about brewing local — locally grown fruit, hops and more can be added to homebrew for a customized craft beer,

Harboring community brews 28.09.2024
Cheers to Oktoberfest! 31.08.2024

Raise a pint to fall with Oktoberfest-style beers, and the ever-popular good-old Guinness style. Plus, Bill congratulates Susitna Brewing Co., winner of the People’s Choice Brewery and People’s Choice Beer awards at the Kenai Peninsula Beer Festival, and Country Malt Group.

Well seasoned 27.07.2024

Digging the farmhouse seasonal ale

Opt for an alternative — Altbier 29.06.2024

The German Altbier style is a refreshing alternative to heavier, hoppier summer beers

Crafting a success 11.05.2024

St. Elias brewer Zach Henry on balancing palates with popularity

Old meets new 27.04.2024

From the early days of brewing in Alaska to the new kids on the block

Brewers sue state over event restrictions 30.03.2024

Grace Ridge Brewing in Homer joins other brewers to challenge new rules for events in brewery tap rooms

And the winners are... 24.02.2024

Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Alaska Craft Brew and Barley Wine Festival

Through the ages 27.01.2024

Bill delves into the history of aging beer.

Pop the top on new tap room rules 30.12.2023

The long-awaited changes to Alaska liquor laws go into effect in 2024. What does this mean for your favorite craft breweries in the state?

Hop Topic 16.11.2023

Listen to hear about this unique Alaska crop.

Seasonal suds 30.09.2023

Down with pumpkin beer! Long live the real reasons for seasonal brewing selections

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