Respecting the Beer

Joining McFleshman's in 2021, Eric "Cooler" Rottier shares the major differences of big brewers to craft and his contributions to the tap list at the brewery.PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!01:26 Meet Cooler the Brewer02:57 Traditional Brewing Deep Dive05:15 Why They Call Him Cooler07:00 Schwarzbier to Stowaway Origin08:40 Happy Accident Beer Science12:43 Brewery Roles and Work Balance16:31 Favorite Beers and Winter Talk18:56 Sales Obsession and Style Trends20:30 Brewing Mistakes and Filtering21:43 Dream Beer Styles22:38 Dortmunder Redemption23:14 From Homebrew to Pro25:42 Mad Scientist Flavors26:54 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Razor 94.7 104.7 music director, Decker, stops by to share his love for craft beer, music, and the story involving Slash and Russian River Brewing.Follow Decker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deckeronair/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!01:46 Decker's Origin Story04:39 Beer as a Music Soundtrack06:20 Local Music Beer Collab Idea07:54 Minnesota Beer Hot Takes10:52 Taste Is Personal Science13:00 Big Mergers Ruin Brands16:26 Appleton Culture and Growth19:54 What to Order First22:33 Bands Touring and Brewery Stops25:45 Homebrewing First Mistakes27:10 Skipping Slash for Russian River Brewing31:16 Collab Ideas and Beer Law34:35 Metal Talk Meets Brewing Legends38:39 Sour Beer Science42:02 Death Row Beer Flight46:01 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

After much reluctance due to being "trendy," Bobby finally made a hazy. And now there is a few more on tap. The gang reviews the origins and recipes of Blazy, Alter Ego, and other varients of the McFleshman's Hazy family.PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!01:10 Why Brew a Hazy?02:54 What Makes a Hazy?04:33 Hazy Origins And Hype06:26 Hops, Terpenes, And Flavor (Oh My!)07:46 Brewing Alter Ego Recipe11:09 Water Chemistry & Mouthfeel14:25 Controlling Haze Stability16:26 Shelf Stable Haze16:43 Hazy Alter Egos17:23 Toasting Coconut Tales20:57 Rambutan Beer Dreams22:16 Adding Fruit Safely23:28 Why Blaze and Maisy?25:35 Mango London Origin28:51 Future Variants and Fats30:38 Cheese Curd Beer Chaos33:03 Support Us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Brewer and author Jamil Zainasheff returns to talk about moving from homebrewing to owning a brewery, collaboration with Mitch Steele and Fuller's, and evaluating some of his most famous quotes. Part 2 of 2.Learn homebrewing with Mr. Malty! https://www.mrmalty.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!00:14 Jamil Zainasheff on Going Pro04:26 Evil Three Returns08:56 Fullers Collaboration Tales18:16 Ordinary Beer Is Boring21:32 Life Too Short For Bad Beer23:22 Treat Every Guest Special26:04 Invite To McFleshman's Brewery28:28 Mount Rushmore Of Brewing35:23 Where To Find Jamil36:13 Best Homebrewing Books40:40 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

We welcome award-winning homebrewer, author, professional brewer, and Heretic Brewing founder Jamil Zainasheff to the show! Jamil shares how he began brewing, the importance of BJCP styles, and some of his early brewing challenges. Part 1 of 2.Start homebrewing with Mr. Malty! https://www.mrmalty.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!01:02 Jamil Zainascheff02:59 Brewing Network Era06:00 Medals and Mastery09:42 Style Guide Deep Dive12:23 Schwarzbier Misfire15:36 Why Styles Matter18:52 Hardest and Best Beers25:25 Going Pro with Heretic26:26 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Omega Brewing Experience's Steve Zink stops by the podcast "studio" during Lagerfest 2025. Steve retired from Oshkosh Defense and decided to start a brewery in small town Wisconsin. He shares his style of brewing and why he named the company Omega.Visit Omega Brewing Experience: https://www.facebook.com/p/Omega-Brewing-Experience-100063586692791/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Live from Lagerfest 202500:59 Steve Zink Origin Story01:55 Traditional Beer Philosophy03:58 Nano Brewery Setup05:43 Desert Island IPA06:44 Recipe Tweaks and Tradition09:18 Hazy IPA Market Reality11:14 Best Sellers and Lager Fest Pour13:15 Cold IPA Deep Dive14:10 What’s Next for Omega15:20 Why Omega Experience17:41 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Live at Lagerfest 2025, Ben Schreiner of Mosinee Brewing Company steps away from their booth to talk taproom, best brews, and creating community.Visit Mosinee Brewing Co: https://www.mosineebrewing.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!00:29 Meet Ben Shreiner of Mosinee Brewing00:45 From Homebrew to Pro02:00 Brewery Launch & Pandemic Surivval03:22 Hometown Brewery Reach04:30 Packaging and Food Plan05:54 Traditional vs Trendy07:01 Wisconsin Beer Stats08:40 Brew System and Beer Styles12:17 Decoction and Water Chemistry15:56 Mosinee's Taproom & Best Sellers19:18 Best vs Favorite Beer20:16 Most Technical Beer?23:22 Sourcing Local Hops26:03 Visit Mosinee Brewing Co!27:39 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

We finally get the rest of the Appleton Beer Factory team on mic! Gary and Bobby host Jeff Fogle, Ben Fogle, and Carl Pierce to trace Appleton Beer Factory’s origins. From Jeff’s 1982 homebrew build and sanitary welding to ABF’s DIY 22-tank system. They cover early ingredient hunts, business planning, recession-era funding, the ABF–McFleshman’s collaboration, contract brewing, expansion and a proposed alley pipe?Visit ABF: https://appletonbeerfactory.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome to Respecting the Beer!01:12 Jeff Fogle's Origin Story03:11 Brewing Before the Internet04:19 Sourcing Ingredients the Hard Way05:56 Sanitary Welding 10108:21 Carl Pierce, ABF Partner11:53 Building the Appleton Beer Factory18:06 The DIY Brewery Build-Out19:51 Partnering with McFleshman’s22:23 What's Next for ABF?25:34 A Pipe Over the Alley??26:32 What to Order at ABF28:07 Mount Rushmore of Brewing31:21 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Live from Lagerfest 2025, Gary, Joel, and Eric chat with Melissa and Josh from Cocoon Brewing (opened Feb 2023). They cover what sets Cocoon's taproom apart from others, the origins of the retro butterfly theming, and most importantly, what's on tap!Visit Cocoon Brewing: https://cocoonbrewing.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Live at Lager Fest 202501:37 Cocoon Brewing Origin Story02:31 The Taproom Experience09:15 On Tap at Lagerfest10:05 Where to Find Cocoon in the Wild10:49 What Brings People In12:35 Mount Rushmore of Brews14:30 "Let’s Hang”15:28 What’s Next for Cocoon?17:08 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

The team discuss Lagerfest and what it takes to put the unique beer festival together. Usually october every year, Lager Fest is hosted by McFleshman's Brewery with craft brewers, food trucks, and live music. Learn abo ut their brewing events, community impact, and exciting plans for future festivals.PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--CHAPTERS00:00 Recapping Lagerfest 202501:11 McFleshman's Lagerfest03:02 Organizing a Beer Fest07:32 The Beer Parade!12:54 Future Plans and Innovations14:24 Unique Beers and Experiments18:21 Distillation and Barrel Aging18:48 Exclusive VIP Tasting19:20 The Strength of Gertrude20:52 Beer Festivals and Their Value22:40 Marketing Strategies at Beer Fests24:25 Lager Fest Financials26:40 Future Events and Expansions33:05 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Gary interviews Bobby (not Robert!) and Allison about the history, naming, ingredients, and brewing process of the Hildy Pils at McFleshman's. Cara is going nuts for this one!PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 The Hildy Pils01:26 Origin Story10:14 Water Profile13:51 Malt and Hops Selection17:46 Spunding and Fermentation Techniques20:15 Yeast and Pressure20:51 Sulfur Compounds21:49 History of Pilsners23:07 The Importance of Oak23:58 The Skunky Smell26:32 The Legacy of Augustiner Yeast29:19 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

After having interviewed one of the most prolific craft brewers, Ken Grossman, Bobby Fleshman and Joel Hermansen breakdown how they feel after interviewing their hero, sharing a few more personal stories about Sierra Nevada. Gary Arndt and Producer Dave try Sierra Nevada "Green" for the first time. PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Ken Grossman Postgame Show00:51 Recapping the Ken Grossman Interview03:18 The Impact of Ken Grossman on Beer Culture05:36 Personal Connections08:42 First Taste of Sierra Nevada Ever?27:19 Diverse Beer Offerings at McFleshman's28:00 Chasing the Challenge28:32 Bobby's Beer Inspired by Sierra Nevada32:34 Ken Grossman's Influence and Legacy40:09 Post-Show Wrap-Up--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Ken Grossman of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company share his ethos behind their operations, including renewable energy and sustainable brewing. Gary, Joel, and Bobby try to stop gushing just long enough to learn about Ken's legacy and the future of the company.PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Ken Grossman Part 2!00:12 Sierra Nevada Brewing Energy Efforts06:24 Patagonia and Capitalism09:15 Challenges in the Brewing Industry10:42 Family Dynamics in Business11:11 Early Challenges in Craft Brewing22:52 Ken Grossman's Beer Preferences31:32 Legacy and Future of Sierra Nevada33:09 Thank You Ken!35:06 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

We fan girl for 79 minutes and 18 seconds. I mean, seriously, they've talked about him so much before, it's nice to actually hear from the man himself!Join Gary Arndt, Joel, and Bobby as they interview Ken Grossman, founder of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. From early brewing challenges to craft beer innovations and the story behind iconic beers like Celebration Ale and Torpedo, discover the journey of an American craft beer pioneer. Part 2 coming next week!PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 The Godfather of Craft Beer05:09 Celebration Ale: A Deep Dive14:49 Innovations and Brewing Challenges34:50 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Gary, Bobby, and Allison review the brewery's progress in 2025, discussing successes, challenges, and opportunities for future growth. They delve into the evolving beer market, strategic choices for expansion, and the importance of community and quality in their craft. PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Gary's Pet Peeve00:33 Year-End Review of 202503:15 Community and Business Achievements05:40 Future Plans10:27 Collaborations and Community13:31 Tourism Experience15:25 Accidental Beer Creation...20:51 Cider Experiment22:17 Gary's Influence22:50 Expansion Plans26:22 Challenges in Distribution31:14 A BEVERAGE Company33:18 SWOT Analysis42:18 Support the show on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

Happy New Year, beer lovers! Join us for an uncut episode featuring the 'Pope of Foam,' Charlie Bamforth. With over 20 minutes of cut conversation, we dive deep into the art and science of brewing, the importance of foam, and how beer shapes civilization.Patreon Exclusive Live Stream - Jan 5 @ 7 PM (CST): https://www.patreon.com/posts/146379474PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Patreon Livestream - Jan 500:56 The Pope of Foam01:47 Charlie's Journey into Brewing04:53 The Science and Lifestyle of Beer42:29 Pubs for Community Building53:34 Beer and Civilization01:00:18 Importance of Beer Foam01:19:25 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

What make's McFleshman's english porter special? Continuing our Taplist series, Gary grills Bobby and Allison about the origins and recipe for White Horse.Patreon Exclusive Live Stream - Jan 5 @ 7 PM (CST): https://www.patreon.com/posts/146379474PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Holday Break Announcement00:44 Welcome!02:54 The Tadcaster Trip05:53 The Art of Beer Labels09:07 Porter vs Stout11:26 A Complex Recipe14:02 The History of Porters14:54 Open Fermentation and Yeast15:46 Water Chemistry16:42 ABVs18:10 Second Chance Porter20:51 White Horse Experiments25:07 The Art of Cask Ales26:07 Smoked Beers27:28 We Got a Real Horse??28:20 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

What is the current state of beer and brewing in Wisconsin? Greg Washington of Badger Beer Report reports the latest trends, brewery openings, and the bittersweet closures in the Wisconsin beer scene.Badger Beer Report: https://www.badgerbeerreport.com/PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Welcome Greg!01:05 State of Beer in Wisconsin01:51 Losses in the Industry02:58 Greg's Journey into Beer05:09 New Breweries and Innovations09:02 Importance of Community and Experience13:34 New Glarus Expansion and Industry Insights18:16 First Time Go To Beer23:01 Greg's Third Place26:11 Favorite Porters and Breweries28:30 Mt. Rushmore of Wisconsin32:47 The Community of Brewers34:22 Check Out Badger Beer Report!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

What goes into an award winning English IPA? Bobby reveals all in this dive into the recipe and origin story of Tall Mast, McFleshman's iconic English IPA.PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Troubadour & Quantum01:18 The Story Behind Tall Mast05:32 Brewing Techniques11:59 Water Composition21:52 Ingredients and Hops23:05 Understanding Alpha and Essential Oils23:41 Exploring Different Hop Varieties26:05 Grains29:34 Yeast31:11 Open Top Fermentation36:12 Why Bobby Keeps Screwing Around40:51 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co

How does international trade impact your favorite local brew? Hear Bobby and Allison's personal experience with tariffs buying a new brewing tank. Gary and Joel help delve into the complexities of brewing logistics, economic challenges, and the science behind crafting premium beers. PATREON SUPPORTpatreon.com/respectingthebeerpodcastUncut episodes with bonus contentAccess to exclusive beersAccess to 50-minute video tour of McFleshman'sFACEBOOK GROUPhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/respectingthebeerQUESTIONS?Email us at respectingthebeer@gmail.com--TIMELINE00:00 Welcome!02:14 Tariff Talks03:17 Challenges in Brewing04:16 Tank Installation and Expansion08:38 Distribution and Market Dynamics11:48 Impact of Tariffs and Inflation17:08 The Love of Beer and Brewing17:46 Marketing Challenges and Insights18:37 Craftsmanship and Storytelling21:32 Economic Challenges and Adaptability23:48 The Academic Perspective27:24 Community and Collaboration29:37 The Realities of Running a Brewery33:37 Support us on Patreon!--CREDITSHosts:Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/Joel HermansenGary Ardnt - https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/Music by Sarah Lynn Huss - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.huss.52/Recorded & Produced by David Kalsow - https://davidkalsow.com/Brought to you by McFleshman's Brewing Co