Tap the Craft Podcast - Craft Beer Education

In Episode 287 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the two fluid density measurement methods used in the brewing process. Find out the differences and history behind using specific gravity and degrees Plato. We also have two random beer tasting sessions as well.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach th...

In Episode 286 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Jim and Brittney Barrie of Barriehaus Beer Co about their upcoming The Dog Days of Summer beer release. There is also a series of listener voicemails detailing a 4 day Oregon Coast brewery crawl.  We have three random beer tasting sessions as well.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would...

In Episode 285 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about Southern Prohibition Brewing with the production manager Bill Childress. Learn about one of the oldest craft beer breweries in Mississippi.  We have three beer tastings as well.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapt...

In Episode 284 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about Barkyard Brewing with brewer Matt Jung and partner Chris Lopez. We have a great time chatting about beer and do a couple Barkyard Brewing beer tastings.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or interac...

In Episode 283 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about thiolized yeast and learn how it can enhance the flavors of hops and malt. We also do a couple Alabama beer tastings.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.c...

In Episode 282 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the decoction mash brewing technique. Learn about how it’s done, the benefits and the historical significance. We also do a couple Alabama beer tastings.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or intera...

In Episode 281 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Ben Howe, co-owner and head brewer, from Otherland Beer in Bellingham WA. The conversation dives deep into German artisan lager brewing and how Ben has taken pieces of all his experiences to craft his special rustic lagers.   We also do tasting sessions with three of his fantastic lagers.  Now grab a bee...

In Episode 280 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the origins and style characteristics of the Japanese Rice Lager. We also do our last tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Modern Prometheus featuring a blend of maple bourbon barrel aged imperial stout, apple jack barrel aged imperial stout and bourbon barrel aged imperial stout.  Now grab...

In Episode 279 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with long time listener Matt Knight and find out about his craft beer journey and a little of the Rochester, NY craft beer scene. We also discuss an article concerning what breweries need to do to succeed in 2025.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the ho...

In Episode 278 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the history of the Irish Red Ale and style characteristics. We also do a tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Thee Wolfman featuring wheated bourbon barrel aged imperial stout with chocolate and cherries. Find out if this beer lives up to the previous tastings.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the...

In Episode 277 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the 2025 predicted craft beer trends. We also do a tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Strange Case featuring apple jack brandy barrel aged imperial stout with caramel flavor. Find out if this beer lives up to the previous tastings.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would li...

In Episode 276 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the current challenges facing the craft beer industry and how the proposed tariffs may further impact our favorite breweries. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or interact with us on Facebook at facebook...

In Episode 275 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about our favorite breweries beginning with the letters X, Y or Z. We also do a tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Watery Depths featuring lime gin barrel aged saison ale. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecr...

In Episode 274 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Jeremy Kinter and TJ Frederich about Tractor Brewing . We learn about Jeremy and TJ’s personal craft beer journeys, as well as TJ’s brewing experience and how he helped lead Tractor Brewing to a Gold Medal at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to cont...

In Episode 273 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Wayne Wambles, owner and brewer at Griffon & Sphynx out of Brevard, NC. We learn about Wayne’s personal craft beer journey, as well as his brewing experience and how he helped build Cigar City Brewing from the ground up (literally). Wayne fell in love with the Ashville, NC area and decided to open his own brew...

In Episode 272 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about our favorite breweries beginning with the letter “W”. We also do a special tasting session with the Cigar City El Catador Club Eniw Yelrab Bourbon barrel aged barleywine style ale. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@...

In Episode 271 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the history of Christmas beer in the United States. We also do a special tasting session with the Cigar City El Catador Club “Return of the Snack” bourbon barrel aged imperial stout with cacao nibs and peanuts . Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the host...

In Episode 270 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about our favorite breweries beginning with the letters U & V. We also do a special tasting session with the Cigar City El Catador Club “with Brooding Wings” Baltic Porter aged in Pinot Noir barrels then aged in brandy barrels. We unbox two mini-tackers of the month as well. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!&nbsp...

In Episode 269 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Dan Jordan of White Dog Brewing in Boise, ID. We learn how White Dog Brewing was started and ended up in Idaho. We also discover how Dan, and the entire brewery ownership team, transitioned from very different careers to running a successful brewery.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would lik...

In Episode 268 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Rob and Sydney Harrelson, the owners of Bert’s Brewing in Garden City, ID. We had a wonderful conversation spanning a number of topics and learning about getting through the Siebel Master Brewer program, water profile impact in brewing and the benefits of side-pull taps.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!&n...

In Episode 267 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Chris Baker, the director of brewing operations from Mother Earth Brew Co in Nampa, ID. Chris talks about his entry into the craft beer industry from a career in biochemistry. We also learn about the history of Mother Earth Brew Co and how they ended up with a production brewery in Idaho. Mother Earth was generous...

In Episode 266 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with John Kilkert and Aaron Ludwig of Tin Cannon Brewing out of Gainesville, VA. We learn about their craft beer journeys and how they teamed up to open Tin Cannon Brewing 10 years ago. John and Aaron have some great stories and experience to share. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact...

In Episode 265 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Sarah Real of Hot Plate Brewing in Pittsfield, MA. We learn about Sarah’s craft beer journey, eventually leading her into brewing and opening Hot Plate Brewing. We discuss how they promote inclusivity at the brewery and work toward sustainability in sourcing ingredients. We also unbox our September Tintacker.com m...

In Episode 264 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about a new hop oil extract from Yakima Chief Hops called HyperBoost. Denny is solo so the show is shorter in length. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecra...

In Episode 263 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the declining craft beers sales occurring since the pandemic. We also unbox our August Mini-Tacker of the Month box.   Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!  If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com , or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.c...