Tap the Craft Podcast - Craft Beer Education

In Episode 187 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the American Wheat Beer style and history. We also do tasting notes of the Core4 Brewing Highway 33 American Wheat Ale and Oklahoma Sunset Amber Ale throughout the show. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly inks, materials and...

In Episode 186 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about some of the newer hops found in all our favorite aromatic and flavorful ales. We also do tasting notes of the Core4 Brewing Soul Shine Blonde Ale and Party Shirt NEIPA throughout the show. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly...

In Episode 185 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about Sierra Nevada Brewery, the history and beer that made them famous and respected. This was going to be a solo show with only Denny hosting, but listeners Jim Kudzal and Tara Carlson joined the call to make it a special show. We do tasting notes of the Sierra Nevada Oktoberfest, Hazy Little Thing IPA, Pale Ale and Big Little Thing IPA th...

In Episode 184 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about German Lager styles with a brief look at 15 versions. We have done deep dives on four of the style versions in previous episodes which are called out in the show if you want to go back and learn more. We also do a live beer tasting with a Baltic Porter from Ahnapee Brewery called Cherry Wood. This beer was shared with us from a listene...

In Episode 183 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about 3 Floyds Brewing, the history behind the brewery as well as 12 fun facts you should know. We also do a live beer tasting with a 3 Floyds special beer called Wuckfinter. This beer was shared with us from a listener. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home s...

In Episode 182 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about Belgian Tripel Ale...the history behind the style, as well as where the name came from, the style characteristics and even some home brewing tips in brewing one. We also do two live beer tastings with some beers shared with us from a listener. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print s...

In Episode 181 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about German Wheat wheat beer, starting with the traditional German Hefeweizen, and covering the various other variations like the weizenbock, dunkelweizen, weißbier, gose and Berliner Weisse. We also do two live beer tastings with some beers shared with us from a listener. And finally we discuss the idea of cult classic beers.  So grab...

In Episode 180 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about non-alcoholic beer and the recent growth in its popularity. Why are people drinking NA beer? Is it healthier? What are the NA beers that actually taste good? We answer these questions and much more.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, usi...

In Episode 179 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the history of barrel aged beer. It’s a shorter episode, but full of great content.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly inks, materials and processes. Visit their online store at brewershirts.com and use coupon code TAP...

In Episode 178 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about why IPAs are so popular. We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly inks, materials and processes. Visit their online store at brewershirts.com and use coupon code TAPTHECRAFT202...

Denny joins the crew of the Brewnomics Podcast to share some Jim Dandy Brewing beers and talk about beer ratings and styles. It was originally posted on the Brewnomics feed, but now it is available on our feed for your enjoyment.

In Episode 177 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the history of the Black IPA or Cascadian Dark Ale and describe the style notes. Denny also goes off on a rant about how beer style categories need an overhaul. We share a listener provided podcast episode going further into the Cold IPA style as well as learn of a beer inspired recipe for sauerkraut and stout cupcakes.  We have s...

In Episode 176 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the history of women in brewing. We go back in time 7000 years and work our way up to present times and discover the impact women had on our favorite malt beverage. We also discuss an article diving into the process of developing a “Cold” IPA variant.  We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy...

In Episode 175 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about diversity in craft beer. In 2019 the Brewers Association released the results from their initial diversity survey and we discussed the results and our impressions of current diversity and how diversity can be promoted.  We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor...

In Episode 174 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the Russian Imperial Stout history and style characteristics and provide a few to try out.  We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly inks, materials and processes. Visit t...

In Episode 173 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about an article listing 10 Irish beers to drink for St Patrick's Day. We also discuss the acquisition of Boneyard Beer by fellow Bend, OR Deschutes Brewing, and a historic Hood River, OR hotel offering a special pFriem Family Brewers suite for those on beercation.  We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer an...

In Episode 172 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about the pilsner styles. We learn about some history of the Czech and German styles, as well as the not so well known American Imperial Pilsner. Find out about the different pilsner flavor profiles and malt and hop characteristics.  We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our...

In Episode 171 we invite fellow podcaster, and submariner, Jonny Casino to talk about his craft beer journey, home brewing and military service. We have some great conversations, worthy of radio, but made for podcasting. It’s an extra long show, but the conversation is great.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their h...

In Episode 170 we go live again on Facebook, and we talk about an ancient German style that you just may have had without knowing it...or maybe you do remember it.  We discuss the Adambier style and find out if it is worth bringing back or best left to reminish. We have some great random beer conversations as well. So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they...

In Episode 169 we go live again on Facebook, and we are joined by Mike Allen, one of our Virtual Producers, who brings the topic of beercation destinations where we talk about our favorite beer centric locations to help you plan that 2021 beer trip. We also learn about Mike’s craft beer journey.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirt...

In Episode 168 we go live again on Facebook, and we have a quick end of year episode where we enjoy some listener feedback and talk about our Untappd Year in Beer stats.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-friendly inks, materials and processes. Visit their online store at brewershirts.com...

In Episode 167 we go live again on Facebook, and had a great turnout. Our main topic revolves around discussing the difference between Christmas Ales, Winter Ales and Winter Warmers, as well as two more holiday beer recipes to try out...these are a little easier to create and use Christmas Ales.  So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirt...

In Episode 166 we try something new and record the show live on Facebook, and answer viewer questions live on air. It was a great time and can be viewed in it’s entirety. Our main discussion revolves around holiday recipes that include beer. We have a breakfast dish, a couple side dishes, a couple main dishes, a couple desserts and a drink.   So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visi...

In Episode 165 we try to make 2020 a little better by talking about some beers to pair with your Thanksgiving meal and activities. We also sing the praises of a brewery with fantastic customer service, as well as plenty of great beer conversation.   So grab a beer and enjoy the show!  Visit our sponsor Brewer Shirts, they screen print shirts by hand in their home studio, using eco-f...

In Episode 164 we dive into learning about a newer yeast to show up in American beers, the kveik yeast. We review the work of blogger Lars Garshol to find out about the history of the yeast and how he collected various yeast samples from around Norway in order to have it studied, analyzed and eventually commercialized here in the states. It is a fascinating story, and we only lightly touch on the...