Better On Draft | A Craft Beer Podcast

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Michael Williams of Great Lakes Brewing joins us again to talk about brewing in Cleveland. Unlike most interviews we do, Michael's job at GLBC involves also making sure each one of his co-workers understands beer, the brewing process, and craft beer as an industry as a whole. Michael also trains customers on the process utilizing his Advanced Cicerone certification. From new beers to old favorites, Michael shows us why GLBC celebrating 35 years in business!Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Craftapped (Code BOD for 15% Off At Checkout) - https://craftapped.com/join-page-by-state/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!Wendy starts off the news segment talking about the the increase use case for genetically modified yeast strains setting up massive debate within the industry, and where could the benefits lay. Dan talks about how Anheuser Busch believes it's going to win back its customers and Ken talks about how a certain local brewery could win back his patronage. Lastly Ken talks about the new Guy Fieri Flavortown FMB while Dan and Wendy talk about their love for his shows.Ken's Article - Two Roads to Flavortown: Craft Brewer and Guy Fieri Team Up for Flavortown Spiked FMB - https://www.brewbound.com/news/two-roads-to-flavortown-craft-brewer-and-guy-fieri-team-up-for-flavortown-spiked-fmbWendy's Article - Genetically Modified Yeast Sets Up Debate in Brewing Industry - https://www.probrewer.com/beverage-industry-news/business-of-beer/genetically-modified-yeast-sets-up-debate-in-brewing-industry/Dan's Article - Bud Light brewer confident it can win back US drinkers, but sa

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Entering the top 50 Craft Breweries by Production and being named Best Craft Brewery by Brewbound in 2022, Matty-O (Matt Cohen) of Fiddlehead takes us on a journey of growth, their reliance on their production of Fiddlehead IPA, and even touch on his love of Disc Golf. Matt tells us about his love for draft beer, and how his business is reliant on making sure all of his beer is fresh, cold, and good to go!Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Craftapped (Code BOD for 15% Off At Checkout) - https://craftapped.com/join-page-by-state/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Keith Patterson has spent a lot of time working in the film and television industry, and this year has decided to branch out into documentaries.  From state parks to shipwrecks, Keith has a lot on his plate, but the one thing that lingers is his love for his hometown Grand Rapids Michigan, aptly named, Beer City USA.  Keith talks about how he came up with the idea, the different topics he wanted to touch on, and the warm welcome the industry has given him.  Listen to the show as we break a bit deeper into why he wanted to do it, and what is coming in the future for his show.You also can support his show by going to https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/beer-city-usa-documentary-television-series#/MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and wh

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CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!The hosts talk about what success is in the craft beer world, if there is ever a time to turn down a free beer, and what modern medicine can tell us about future craft beer purchases.Ken's Article - Bump Williams Consulting: Manufacturers Focus on New Shoppers to Drive Growth, While Retailers Ask for Focus on Core Brands - https://www.brewbound.com/news/bump-williams-consulting-manufacturers-focus-on-new-shoppers-to-drive-growth-while-retailers-ask-for-focus-on-core-brandsTito's Article - Mystery Phillies fan buys two rounds of beer for people in Section 103 - https://6abc.com/philadelphia-phillies-mystery-fan-section-103-free-drinks-wild-card-series/13867960/Wendy's Article - Fast-food outlets ‘are going to be hurt’ in areas where Ozempic and Wegovy are heavily used, but the selloff in candy and beer stocks is ‘somewhat overdone’ - https://fortune.com/2023/10/06/ozempic-selloff-in-candy-and-beer-stocks-over-overdone/Dan's Article - Jim Koch: The Craft Indus

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:As the crew continues to schedule upcoming guests, another episode without one brings a new topic and new game hosted by Ken. Tito joins the show to talk about the Better on Draft Beer festival from last weekend, and Dan, Ken, Wendy, and Tito answer pressing questions from reddit.Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraftUntappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraftYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraftTwitter - https://

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!On this episode of the news, Wendy talks about the newest craft beer brewer after their purchase of former ABI ownership, Dan goes over medal winners and we talk about the importance of a medal, and Dennis talks about the trends changing by generations as they enter the emerging world of NA beverages.Dennis' Article - Sam Calagione: Ongoing Draft Challenges ‘A Generational Problem,’ Not a Pandemic Issue - https://www.brewbound.com/news/sam-calagione-ongoing-draft-challenges-a-generational-problem-not-a-pandemic-issueDenni's Article #2 - How Brands Are Addressing Non-Alc’s Biggest Barriers - https://www.brewbound.com/news/how-brands-are-addressing-non-alcs-biggest-barriersWendy's Article - Tilray Brands becomes #1 Craft Brewer in the Pacific Northwest - https://newschoolbeer.com/home/2023/10/tilray-number-one-craft-brewer-pacific-northwestDan's Article - GABF 2023 Winners - https://www.greatamericanbeerfestival.com/the-competition/2023-winners/Sponsors:North

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:It’s that time of year for reflection, seeing what we have done, and what we want to do. Wendy leads the team in a discussion of some of our bucket list breweries, festivals, and beers we want to make sure we get to try and attend.  We talk about everything from music to TV in this casual episode where we get to learn a little bit more about each other.Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraftUntappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraftYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betteron

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Thank you to Amanda and Gina for joining us from The Tasting Alliance to talk about their latest endeavors, their beer competition and RTD competition. They take us through a history of the organization hosting some of the most world renown spirits competitions and how they are entering the beer space. From how they choose judges to how they pick winners, follow us on our journey to understand how the world of competitive beer competitions influences us on our day to day lives as beer fans.Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Faceb

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!Rob W. is welcomed back to bring us some news as we continue our journey to find a new craft beer host. He talks about delivery apps and we discuss the beers that ALDI creates for its customers, Ken is curious if you’ve ever bought a beer because of an advertisement, Wendy asks us if we are in any beer clubs and what would get us to join one, and Dan gives us some updates on GABF including the Boston Beer Brunch in which Jim Koch is trying to make randalling a thing again.Ken's Article - Molson Coors Returns to Super Bowl with Coors Light Ad - https://www.brewbound.com/news/molson-coors-returns-to-super-bowl-with-coors-light-adRob's Article - DoorDash (DASH) Expands Grocery & Alcohol Delivery With ALDI - https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/doordash-dash-expands-grocery-alcohol-delivery-with-aldiWendy's Article - The Best Craft Beer Clubs for Every Type of Brew Buff - https://www.foodandwine.com/best-craft-beer-clubs-7486013Dan's Article - Randall Jr. - https

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!With Dan in New Zealand, Ken and Wendy welcome Jeff back to the show to talk about craft beer news and stories from the past weeks. Recapping the UP Beer Festival Jeff asks if there is a decline in the beer festivals of the country from pre-covid with the increase costs of labor and ingredients. Wendy tasks us to think about what breweries do to reduce, reuse, and recycle to help the planet and if we would go to one of those venues, and Ken talks about the prices of a case of beer in each state and how the three of us have adjusted our spending as we get older, and as the industry changes.Ken's Article - THE PRICE OF A CASE OF BEER IN YOUR STATE – 2023 - https://www.americancraftbeer.com/the-price-of-a-case-of-beer-in-your-state-2023/Jeff's Article - The death of the beer festival is jolting the craft brewing industry - https://www.axios.com/2023/07/11/decline-craft-beer-festival-gabf-2023Wendy's Article - All-solar power for Surrey’s One Planet Brewing - https:/

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!Wendy starts the show telling us about fresh hop season and Ken continues the show talking about on premise sales vs. keg sales and if you are still going to craft beer bars in 2023. Brenden asks us what our favorite brewpubs are as the top 10 were ranked by USA Today readers which included two from Michigan, and Gary finishes the show talking about New Jersey laws and how breweries are fighting against it.Ken's Article - CRAFT BEER DECLINES IN FIRST HALF 0F 2023 - https://www.americancraftbeer.com/craft-beer-declines-in-first-half-0f-2023/Gary's Article - With no action by Murphy to roll back restrictions, breweries launch ‘Sign The Bill Phil’ IPA - https://njbiz.com/with-no-action-by-murphy-to-roll-back-restrictions-breweries-launch-sign-the-bill-phil-ipa/Brenden's Article - Elevate your beer-drinking experience at the 10 best brewpubs in the US - https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-brewpub-2023/Wendy's Article - With Draft Beer Sales Down, more

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:With a vast knowledge of architecture, and a love of craft beverages, Harold Remlinger combines his love into a career of building craft breweries. Harold talks about his other ventures including religious and medical buildings, his love for building everything he uses including his boat, and what he likes to do when he relaxes. If you're looking to start or buy a brewery this is a must listen to episode as we go over the do's and don't many people don't realize when building out.Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id10911

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!Ken starts off the episode with a lengthy breakdown of how Modelo took over the number one spot in beer in the US and ponders if they will be there for the long haul.  Wendy talks about the possibility for new alcohol consumption suggestions by the US Government.   Rob gives us a rundown on how we can help the folks in Maui, and we go around trying to figure out if Gen Z is drinking more or less, partying more or less, and what that has to do with Labor Day coming up.Ken's Article - How Modelo Took Over #1 Spot (See Page 2 for my story)Rob's Article - Garrett Marrero and Maui Brewing Step Up to Support Local Community – You Can Help - https://www.probrewer.com/beverage-industry-news/business-of-beer/garret-marrero-and-maui-brewing-step-up-to-support-local-community-you-can-help/Dan's Article - Numerator: Fewer Consumers Plan to Celebrate Labor Day in 2023 - https://www.brewbound.com/news/numerator-fewer-consumers-plan-to-celebrate-labor-day-in-2023Wendy's Ar

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Alex Puchner joins us on this episode to help us understand more the world of corporate brewing. He explains his beginnings of homebrewing in the 80s in California, to his ties to our state. BJ’s Brewhouse may have many locations, but Alex helps us talk about how he manages the multiple brewhouses, the use of reverse osmosis to help with the water chemistry, and we get a sneak peak into the details of the new location going up in Grand Rapids this fall!Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/bettero

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!We think Dan has had it up to his limit with IPA's and how they are still king in 2023 with Sierra Nevada going hard into the world of IPA's, Wendy talks about Treehouse opening up a massive tap house with a golf course and what other type of venues we'd love to see a tap house or brewery, and Ken talks about the re-consolidation of craft beer from the major players like AB and what smaller companies will pick up the pieces.Ken's Article - Anheuser-Busch to Sell 8 Craft Brands to Tilray - https://www.brewbound.com/news/anheuser-busch-to-sell-8-craft-brands-to-tilrayKen's Second Article - Tilray Brands takes full ownership of cannabis drinks maker Truss Beverage - https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/tilray-brands-takes-full-ownership-cannabis-drinks-maker-truss-beverage-2023-08-18/Dan's Article - Sierra Nevada to Go Big on Hazy and Imperial IPAs, Non-Alc, Day Drinking in 2024 - https://www.brewbound.com/news/sierra-nevada-to-go-big-on-hazy-and-imp

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Live from the 49th State, Geoff and Marcy Larson join us to talk about being the first modern craft brewery in Alaska, the reason why Alaskan Amber is their flagship, and discuss all the ways that Alaskan Brewing is the leaders in sustainability from what they do with their CO2, spent grain, and more. We learn about some Alaskan laws and wildlife that they've encountered at the brewery, and we discuss distribution, trends, and what the next 40 years of Alaskan Brewing will hold!Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjTDownload the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.comSubscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BODSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKgiTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740Facebook - h

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO:Recorded live on site, Jef and Jen Smith of Loaded Dice join Dan, Ken, Wendy, and special guest host Matt Bush to chat about craft beer, The Fat King, and what is going to be new and fun for their upcoming second site. We follow up on some questions we asked the last time they were on the show including if they still believe in Open Source Brewing, and we learned how they pivoted at the beginning of the Pandemic. While the audio quality isn't the best, the quality of content is still great! Come check it out!MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities.Sponsors:North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-14602144542