The Malting Hour

On this episode we're going all homebrew! Fellow home brewer Jackie Boyer joins us to discuss her journey in homebrew and we get to try her latest brew "Poppin Pilz". We also sample Brandon's latest batch of "Shaggy Tail" pale and discover that there's more to Jackie than she's leading on. Follow Jackie: @thesipartist on all social media outlets Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Chec...

We jump into the Goose Island and Phase Three collaboration "I'm A Bird" imperial stout. This beer impressed all of us and is in the running for a favorite for the 2021 Malteez.

On this episode we speak with Michelle Foik of Eris Brewery and Cider House. We get into the history of the establishment and find out whether or not it's haunted after all these years.

One this episode. Clark brings us some beers from his recent travels.  We also distinguish the difference between a Double IPA and an IPA Double.  Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

WE MADE IT! EPISODE 50!!!  On this episode we talk to Raiye and Tobias of Rabid Brewing.  We drink through several of their beers (and a hard seltzer) while discussing numerous topics including the pros and cons of having chalk boards walls while kids are allowed in the brewery.   HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that has been listening and following our show from the beginning. &nbs...

This week we drink Mikerphone Brewing's "Mikerphone Check 1,2" Double Dry-Hopped Double IPA with Citra hops. We also talk about what we're planning on grilling with nice weather finally in Chicago as well as some NCAA Bracket talks. TOP TIER DOGGIE!

On this episode we welcome Rhinegeist to Chicago by drinking some beers with Matt and Chris. We learn a bit of history, their plans for the future and what "turbo hopping" is all about. https://rhinegeist.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this special LIVE episode we drink Old Irving Brewing's "Luck Linny" Irish Red Ale and a barrel aged Guinness. Be sure to check out the video version of this episode on our Facebook page. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this episode we're joined once again by Lake Effect Brewing owner and brewer Clint Bautz to learn how he's navigated the pandemic as well as what the future holds for his new brew pub.

Coming off the heels of Pedestrian 2.0, Brandon and Tony carried on and decided to give Off Color's BA "Growl" a go. http://www.offcolorbrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds

This week we discuss a delicious DIPA from Short's, "$plurge". $plurge is a Double IPA made with a lavish blend seven varieties of hops. Slightly hazy and light copper in color, the frothy white head has huge aromas of tropical hops. Leading with super fruity citrus and pineapple flavors, this medium-bodied beer is deceivingly smooth for the higher ABV. Treat yourself to this indulgent, tropical h...

On this episode we try out three beers we've never had before. Do we like any of them? Only one way to find out... Featured Beers: 3 Floyds "Barbarian Haze IPA" - https://www.3floyds.com/ Bells Brewing "No, Yeah" - http://www.bellsbeer.com/ Odell Brewing "Wolf Picker" - https://www.odellbrewing.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.co...

This week Brandon and Tony sip and discuss Brandon's Belgian Tripel "Pedestrian 2.0". They all revisit the original recipe they brewed to compare notes. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds

On this episode we speak with Tommy Vasilakis of Brickstone Brewing. We sip on a few of their beers and discuss the history of Brickstone and how they came to be, from small batch home brew to a local favorite. https://www.brickstonebrewery.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this episode of After The Final Pour, we're joined by long time friend Stephanie of Fannie's Cafe. We drink our Imperial Sweet Stout "Into The Void (Roll On)" that features Fannie's Cinnamon Rolls, Saigon Cinnamon, Madagascar vanilla beans and Buffalo Trace Bourbon. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds If you're in the greater Chicagoland area, be sure t...

Part 2 of of our first home brews of 2021, we drink Clark's "Fudgie Dust" pale ale/IPA and Tony's "I Sat By The Ocean" Lime Gose. We also discuss the trials and tribulations of kegging issues as well as the fun of the snow storm we had in Chicago this past weekend. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this (shorter) episode we discuss the first beer we brewed for 2021. Next week we'll discuss our impressions of the beers. Plus Clark pitches his idea for a sitcom. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music and outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this special edition of After The Final Pour, off of the heels of the last ATFP, Brandon and Tony drink and discuss some Weller Special Reserve Bourbon. This episode was recorded November 2020. Cheers! "The Original Wheated Bourbon Whiskey features an exceptionally smooth taste, substituting wheat for rye grain. Bottled at 90 proof, this bourbon stands out with its burnt orange color. Its softe...

On this episode, we drink a couple of NA beer, some carbonated hop waters and discuss what we're planning on brewing in 2021. Cheers to a new year of The Malting Hour. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music and outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

New year, new season, new beers! Well.. sorta. On our first ATFP of 2021 we drink Fulton Brewing's 2015 "Worth Adversary". We recorded this Thanksgiving weekend of 2020 after having a handful of beers beforehand. We thought this would be the best way to start the new year as we are doing "Dry January". Cheers! "This Russian Imperial Stout is not exactly a lightweight. It’s about drawing a line in...

On this episode we dive into our favorite beers of 2020. We discuss our top beer as well as some runners up and take a deeper look into our Untappd history. Break music provided by "Beach Bomb" Hailing from Oslo, Norway, Beach Bomb gives you Surf Rock from the cold waters of the North. The single "Night Surf" tells the story about a lone Surfer surfing somewhere along the coastline of Norway on a...

On the season finale of After The Final Pour, we keep in the holiday spirit with Bell's "Old Fashioned Holiday Ale" "Call us old fashioned, but we like to have special brews for special times of the year. We aged our Christmas Ale in bourbon barrels, then added dried cherry and orange peel. This winter warmer invokes classic flavors of the season and is perfect to sip by the fireplace, or put in t...

On this episode we plow through a handful of delicious Christmas beers and discover there are new tasting descriptors for said beers. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli)remixed by @Asaphelps Break music provided by ndo (currently unreleased so follow him here(@ellis-d-988465683) Outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com

On this episode, coming off the heels of us trying Deth's Tar, Cafe Deth and Maple Deth, we enjoy Hubbard's Cave "Peanut Butter S'More" Imperial Stout. Brewed with marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, and peanut butter. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Thanks to Hubbard's Cave for making great beer.

On this episode we reconcile with our feelings from episode 35 by drinking some of our own home brewed beers. We also welcome super fan Mike Vertucci on to the show and drink his Pumpkin Stout. Whose brew will reign supreme? Well, we know.. but you need to listen to find out. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music provided by Fluid Minds (@englishsofthearts) Outro provided by...