Salt City Suds Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with a pair of young men embarking on their brewing careers at their family’s brewery in Salt Lake City, UT—TF Brewing. Porter and Emmett Templin are not only passionate about mastering the craft of brewing but are also dedicated to preserving the high standards that have made TF Brewing a local standout. With Porter stepping into the shoes of his renowned father, Kevin...

In this episode I finally sit down with brewmaster Jeremy Gross of Grid City Beer Works! We discuss Jeremy's history of home brewing, and cutting his teeth at High West Distillery. Jeremy has a pallet like no other and over time has developed his love of flavors in brewing, cooking and learning to be a bbq pit master. We discuss Grid City Beer Works opening during the pandemic and how that pu...

Wow, Iv'e been chasing this episode for 2 years! I finally was able to sit down with Founder and Master Brewer of 2Row Brewing Brian Coleman and be put on game! We talk 2Row, home brewing, learning and having a focus on yeast. Brian and I also discuss the new location and sprawling location which is 2Row in Midvale, UT in the Salt Lake Valley. From the brewhouse, bar, tv's, stage and poo...

Wow, episode 70 just so happened to be my live recording from the funnest and liveliest craft beer fest! The Utah Brewers Guild, Wild West Collab Fest. I sit down with Mikey for the first hour and talk Utah beer, Wild West Collab Fest, collab beers and more. Then I keep it rolling for much longer then I needed to be and sit down with brewers, cellermen, investors, beertenders, craft beer enthusias...

In this episode I sit at the bar in the taproom at Chappell Brewing and talk to the team about the Salt City Suds & Chappell Brewing Collab. Journey West.  I talk to Jen, Opi and Tim to get their thoughts on the collaboration, the beer itself, the Utah Brewers Wild West Collab Fest and much more. I enjoy a couple pints of the collab itself as it's just too good to not! Sorry for the delay...

In this episode I sit down with Paul Konopelski, Head of Operations at Unita Brewing Company in Salt Lake City, UT. Paul started his path in fermented beverages back in the 90's when his Dad was home brewing. From that point on beer has been on Pauls' radar. From his chemistry classes at UC Santa Barbara to home brewing and heading to UC Davis Master Brewers Program. Soon after that Paul...

In this episode I sit down with James Weed as it's been over two years since we last recorded. James and I  first recorded at Solstice Malt where I was given a tour of the malt house and was shown how James floor malts! Now fast forward to 2024 and James has expanded what he is doing with malts, including barrel agin malts. James has a vast history of home brewing and crafting malts for local...

In this episode I sit down with Jacob and Randon of Proper Brewing Company. I've enjoyed a few pints with Jacob but this is the first time we're joined by Randon, the GM of Proper Brewing. We enjoy a Mexican Black lager to start the podcast and dive right into that beer. We discuss brewing, the tap room, sales, collaborations and much more. We definitely had a great time as one should at...

This episode was recorded on location at Northeast Barrel Company in Lansdale, PA. I sit down with Pat Tramontano and Ian Culcaski. We discuss Northeast Barrel Co, Craft beer, PA and much more. We also enjoy two barrel aged beers and plenty of laughs. Cheers and enjoy. I apologize for any audio issues as I travelled light on recording gear. Cheers! Support the show

In this episode I sit down with Viri of Beehive Distilling. The educator recently turned bar back, turned bar tender talks how she went from educating young minds to education patrons about spirits and cocktails. We talk moving to Utah from LA, graduating from the U of U. Viri brings the heat with the new seasonal cocktails from Beehive Distilling that are currently available. Viri and I talk grow...

In this episode I make it back to TF Brewing to start 2024. I sit down with Greg who's in packaging at TF but like the rest of the team wears many hats at the brewery. Greg also has some of the best facial hair in the beer game. We sit down in the barrel room at TF and discuss how Greg broke into the craft beer industry. From his time at Shades Brewing to making the jump to Templin Family. Gr...

In this episode I sit down with Danni A., & Tristan of Epic Brewing. Danni is currently the GM of Epic Brewing and Tristan is the beer/bar tender at Epic. We sit down at Chappell Brewing as this was Danni's and Tristans first time there. We enjoy some cold pints while discussing the Epic School of Brewing. What is the most difficult part of being a GM and the pros/cons of working within t...

In this episode I sit down with the dynamic and bubbly duo, the Salty Ladies, Sara and Tabatha! We sit down in the tasting room at Level Crossing for another episode full of laughs and more laughs. We discuss how the duo met and what excited them to work together on their current venture per se. @thesaltyladies explore SLC & Utah food and drinks. From tasty dishes to flavor filled pints, their...

In this episode I travel up to O-Town to talk craft beer, food, Ogden and more with Brett Walker of UTOG. We sit down overlooking the brewing pit as Brett calls it and talk about Bretts' journey to UTOG. From home brewing to working at Epic Brewing. Brett started with UTOG at it's launch in 2019 and now is the head brewer.  We discuss UTOG, the beers available, the food and the awesome l...

Apologies for the difference in audio quality and format! I'm learning a new software but the conversation was still great. I recorded with Buckner in packaging and Jake the head brewer at Epic Brewing. Give us a rating of your choice on your platform. Good or bad, it all helps the podcast in the war again the algorithm. Enjoy this episode and let me know what you think! Cheers. disclaimer; p...

You're in for a fun but long episode. In this episode I sit down with Jon Absey, who is better known as the former Utah Jazz Bear! We take a walk through memory lane with Jon from high school to his current charities. Jon came bearing gifts from Drekker Brewing. We discuss Jon and the Jazz Bear with stunts and fan interactions. Jon discusses being given the tour of Drekker Brewing in Fargo. W...

In this episode I sit down with Cody Frank. Cody is part of the Uinta Brewing team and works in packaging. From home brewing to working in local breweries, Cody is learning on the job and everyday. Support the show

In this episode  I sit down in a rowdy place where you can wield steel in the form of an axe! Social Axe Throwing. I sit down with Brayden Floyd one of three partners who launched their business in 2016 in O-Town, UT.  Brayden and his team quickly expanded into SLC and opened not without resistance, a place where you can enjoy local craft beer and chucking axes down the lane. This is a cool place...

In this episode I sit down with Tanner Lenart who is also known as @UTliquorlawyer. Tanner and I sit down at Second Summit Hard Cider to discuss several topics. We discuss what an alcohol attorney does and the practice entails. From assisting a wide variety of clients in obtaining the proper licenses for their line of business within the food & alcohol industry. Tanner discusses her path from...

In this episode I travel up north to Ogden, UT to record with brewmaster Jaqcuie King of Ogden Beer Co., a newly opened brewery here in UT. We're accompanied by Cellerman at OBC, Luiz. Ogden Beer Co., opened in January of 2023 as they came into the space of the former Ogden River Brewing. We discuss the path Jaqcuie has taken to accomplish her goals in brewing and more. From her time in Germa...

In this episode I have a round robin of guests from our first annual bottle share. We recorded at North East Barrel Co., in South Salt Lake, UT. I have quick conversations and enjoy tasting different beers with NEBC owner, Matt as well Mike from the Utah Beer Blog & Bryce, a sponsor of the podcast to name a few of the guests. This was a fun episode but an even better even on a hot summer eveni...

In this episode I sit down with Jaron Anderson, Head Brewer and Owner of Helper Beer in Helper, Utah. Helper Beer recently opened is currently the newest brewery in Utah. First opening dry without any beer on tap and within a month having 8-9 beers ready for locals and tourist abound. Now Helper has over 11 offerings for you to enjoy. Jaron discusses what he and Helper Beer have to offer to curren...

In this episode I sit down with Michael Utzinger of T.F. Brewing. Michael happily enjoys time with his fiancé, pet dog and cat is your go-to-guy when it comes to all things video games. Michael, joined the T.F. Brewing team about a year ago and has been learning to brew under the like of Kevin, Sam and Cobb. Michael sees himself as a sponge when it comes to learning about brewing and all things be...

In this episode is sit down with my San Francisco connect and enjoy a couple pints at Grid City Beer Works. Will also known as @el_perro_borracho on Instagram decided to make a trip to the Beehive State and see for himself what I keep pushing online. The Utah beer scene! Will and I discuss his first impression of SLC as we drove into the city and Bewilder brewing. We discuss water profiles of Utah...

In this episode I sit down with Kris, a beer tender at Grid City Beer Works. Kris and I discuss her move from a craft beer meca, San Diego, CA to Salt Lake City, UT. We discuss her initial thoughts about Utah and SLC and her experience once her and her boyfriend, now fiancé arrived in town. Kris talks about enjoying craft beer at Squatters where she ultimately ended working and making connections....