Salt City Suds Podcast

In this episode I sit down with Logan Arnold of Slackwater SLC. The beer man, the beer aficionado and beer buyer for the Salt Lake City location of Slackwater. We were joined by a cohost for the first time ever, Jason Sanders from episode 8 of the Salt City Suds Podcast. Logan, Jason and I discuss what Slackwater is, what they do best and opening a third location. Slackwater is known for their art...

In this episode I sit down with Eric & Chris of Beehive Distilling via the Beehive State. This is our first time recording with a distillery! Eric, Chris and I get right into cooling down with refreshing cocktails. Eric and Chris discuss the history of Beehive Distilling & how 2022 is progressing. We discuss how brewing beer and distilling spirits differs or remember one another? The proce...

In this episode I sit down with Sam Sisk a brewer at TF Brewing! From the onset of the episode Sam welcomes me with a Helles brew. Sam and I discuss the TF Brewing facility. Sam opens up on his history with beer and brewing. We discuss the HQ standards at TF Brewing & being known for German style bier. Sam talks in high regard about Kevin Templin (TF Brewing founder) and how Kevin has helped h...

In this episode I sit down with Erika Palmer of Red Rock Brewing in SLC, UT. Erika and I jump into tasting from the onset of the episode. We discuss the history of Red Rock Brewing. The ever expanding craft beer scene in Utah & being in the sales side of it. What you can expect from Red Rocking Brewing and their pubs when you visit. Erika discusses traveling, expansion, events and much more! S...

What an episode! When you get the chance to sit down and enjoy a pint, a chug and chance to converse with someone you've heard of so much you jump on that opportunity!   Steph and her many alter egos hop on the podcast to #talkhop and life! We discuss Grid City, Red Rock Brewing and the Utah brew scene. We connect on how we connect with many of the same people. Steph was awesome and brought g...

In this episode I sit down with President of the Hop Bombshells home brew club, Michelle Mcdonald & Nicci Lyman, events coordinator of the club. Breaking in the club to podcasting! The trio discusses a brief history of women being the original brewers. We discuss the current scene of brew festivals. The status of the club. Being welcoming to women interested in beer and brewing. We discuss muc...

In this episode of the podcast. I sit down with Marcio Buffolo, Master Brewer of Shades Brewing. (Shades of Pale) We open the podcast with a moment of silence for the victims of the Uvalde, TX & a friend of Buffolo, Ryan Buxton. Buffolo and I take a dive into Buffolos history with beer, craft beer and brewing. We discuss Shades Brewing being an award winning brewery! Buffolo brings the goods f...

In part 1 of this episode I sit down with Rebecca Cardaccio, the sales director for Proper Brewing Co., & Jeff Bunk, director of operations at Proper Brewing Co. Rebecca, Jeff & I discuss the Proper Brand & entities. Rebecca & Jeff discuss new additions to the proper team. We discuss & taste the new West Coast vs East Coast IPA pack by Proper. How Utah beer consumers differ fro...

In part 2 of this episode I Rebecca Cardaccio, Jeff Bunk & I continue our conversation. We continue our tasting journey through the "hot box" which is the Proper Brewing Co., 8 pack of 16oz cans. This edition is the West Coast vs East Coast IPA styles. (a must buy) We discuss the history of firkins at Proper Brewing Co. Rebecca enlightens us with her amazing pallet as she aced her ci...

In this episode is sit down with Glenn Closson of Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company in Orlando, FL. Glenn discusses the history of Ivanhoe Park Brewing & the homage they to Ivanhoe Park which was a local amusement park. I taste two award winning beers. A recent bronze at CBC for their Vienna Style Lager. Glenn enlightens me about the craft beer scene in Orlando & FL. Moving from California to F...

In this episode I sit down with Tim Chappel of Apex Brewing. This episode was actually recorded at Tims' house as Apex Brewing is under construction. Tim and I discuss local breweries & the CBC. Tim discusses opening the brewery and what that entails. Tim opens up about his travels and how that helped with the launch of the brewery. We #talkhop and taste a CDA (Cascadian Dark Ale) Support...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Mikey of the Utah Beer Blog & City Weekly. Mike Riedel is a photojournalist, blogger, Utah beer homer (his own self title) and the stalwart when it comes to covering the Utah beer sector. Mikey and I discuss the history of his blog, Utah Beer Blog, the transition to City Weekly and his stint at SLUG mag, the misconception of Utah beer and so much...

In this episode I take a trip west of down town SLC and visit James of Solstice Malt. James Weed is the owner and operator of Solstice Malt, the only malt house in the state of Utah! James and I geek out about the history of brewing, the science of malting and of course local beer in Utah. James discusses his history in finance and how it helped in launching a business in his current passion, the...

In this episode I sit down with Co-owner of Bewilder Brewing Ross Metzger and Master Brewer Stephen and as you know #talkhop! We discuss the history of Bewilder, Salt City Brew Supply and the some of the challenges in shifting from home brewing to actual brewery. Ross discusses the difficulties in dealing with regulations in Utah and specifically Salt Lake City that accompany a brewery. Stephen is...

We have reached 10 episodes! Thank you for listening and streaming the podcast. On episode 10 of the podcast, I sit down with Trent Fargher of Shades Brewing and Talk Hop. From the onset Trent and I discuss the history of Shades Brewing from beginning to 2022! The changing scene of West Temple & South Salt Lake City. Trent and I also discuss inflation, rising costs of goods hampering growth an...

In episode 9 of the podcast. I talk with Matt from Northeast Barrel Company. Support the show

In episode 8 of the Salt City Suds Podcast I sit down with Jason Sanders. Jason was a winner of Discovery Channels; Moonshiners: Master Distiller. Jason and I discuss his personal trifecta of being a Chef, Distiller and Home-brewer. I take a look at Jason' Instagram and react to some of his food photos. We also cheers a beer at Saltfire Brewing which we both consider home base. There is much...

In this episode I talk HOP with Chad Hopkins of Hopkins Brewing Company. We discuss being a true local to Sugar House. History of the building which Hopkins Brewing resides in. Being a well traveled brewer and owner. Also being a proponent of supporting local. Thank you for tuning into another episode of the Salt City Suds Podcast. We are growing and moving up the podcast list! Keep supporting as...

In this episode I sit down with Rob, one half of RoHa and a third of the RoHa Brewing Project! Rob and I discuss the origins of RoHa Brewing Project. Which may or may not include some special notebooks and the classic Thirsty Thursday! Dry January. The expansion of the RoHa taproom in Salt Lake City. We also discuss crazy schedules to make this episode happen. Rob talks about what being a local &a...

In this episode (out of chronological order) of the Salt City Suds Podcast we break with the norm and record with a couple of craft beer novices. Josh and Mike are my guests whom are childhood friends of mine. We discuss local breweries, craft beer and the latest project Josh and Mike are taking on, launching a Car Club. Beyond the Craft; We talk several topics and catch up with each other. It&apo...

We're starting off 2022 a tad bit late but better late then never! In this episode we recorded on site at Level Crossing Brewery. I sit down with Andy whom is a home brewer from Salt Lake City, UT by way of Sandy. Andy and I discuss his travels, tasting different micro brews, being a home brewer and of course we taste the Craft from Level Crossing Brewery! We tasted;  THE BLACK ALBUM IMPERIAL...

On episode 3 I take a stop at Salt Fire Brewing and talk to founder Ryan Miller. We talk beers, Utah DABC, the business of expanding outside of Utah and much more. Make sure you listen to the entirety of the episode as there as a worth while giveaway! Thank you for your downloads of the podcast! We have cracked the top 150 food Apple Podcast in the U.S.A. (no beer category available). Support the...

In part one of episode 2 of the Salt City Suds podcast I sit down with Derik, the Master Brewer of Strap Tank Brewery in Lehi, Utah. We discuss beers, food, the Strap Tank name and more. Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. Support the show

In part two of episode 2; we continue out conversation with Derik from Strap Tank Brewery;(Lehi location). In part 2 we discuss the process of fine tuning new beers, seasonal beers and Derik's go to beer that isn't Craft! Thank you for listening and taking the time to support the podcast. Please reach out to us with an ideas or feed back. It is definitely much appreciated.  Support the s...

In this quick episode (not episode 2) I wanted to shout out a few podcast contributors & thank you the listeners and followers of the podcast. I provided an update on our recently rescheduled podcast with Derik from Strap Tank Brewery. Happy Turkey Day! Support the show