Beer In Front

Thursday, October 10th is National Black Brewers Day. I’ll talk to Ray Stout from the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild on how Illinois Governor JB Pritzker issued a proclamation recognizing today plus I’ll have beers from two great breweries in Moor’s Brewing and Funkytown.  National Black Brewers DayMoor’s BrewingFunkytownllinois Craft Brewers Guild  Pouring For Neighbors  OddPods MediaBeer Media Group

The Krispy King Lager Competition will be held Wednesday, October 9th at Barrels & Bottles Brewery in Golden, Colorado. Joining me this week is Abby George the Co-Owner of Barrels & Bottles to talk Krispy King.  Krispy King Lager Competition Barrels & Bottles Brewery Fair State Brewing Cooperative Old Irving BrewingBeer Media Group OddPods Media Promo: Grab ‘Em In The Brisket

This week, I'm talking to Chicago Beer Royalty, Chalonda White! We're talking beer, bourbon, and beer cocktails while she's having one from Revolution and I'm having one from 2nd Shift!Beer Media GroupOddPods MediaPromo: From The Middle

This week, I’m making room in the beer fridge by having some great beers from Las Vegas, St Louis, and some I found along the way. That, plus all the beer news of the week and much more!Beer Media Group OddPods Media Promo: BFYTW

This week, I sat down with Tyler from Reducaholic to discuss his great site and the state of the NA industry. I made a Mocktail and reviewed the new hop water from Hop Butcher.  Reducaholic Go Brewing Hop ButcherBeer Media Group OddPods Media Promo: Beer’d Al Podcast

This week, we’re talking malt! Riverbend Malt House opened in Asheville, NC, in 2010. For the past three years, it has been included in Inc. Magazine's fastest-growing private companies and is the first certified Regenified malt house in the world.  Riverbend Malt HouseCraft Malt Month  OddPods MediaPromo: Beer’d Al Podcast

At the DNC last week, Alter Brewing and Sketchbook Brewing collaborated with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker on JBeer. Alter’s is a Mexican-style lager, and Sketchbook’s will be a West Coast-style IPA. Both were served at DNC hosted events at the Convention. Joining me again is Ray Stout, the executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild.  Alter Brewing Sketchbook Brewing   Illinois Craft Brewers Guild   OddPods Media Promo: EverTrending Story

On the show this week, I’ll have Haunted House from Allagash plus an Oktoberfest from Spiteful here in Illinois. Plus, all the news of the week and I have a code for you to save on some great NA beers from Go Brewing!Allagash Spiteful  OddPods Media Promo: Grab ‘Em In The Brisket  Go Brewing Use the code DAVE616 for a 15% discount

Quick show this week. Grandpa Beer and his wife Sharron were in town and dropped of some great beer from Las Vegas. I'll also have one from Tangled Roots in Illinois!CraftHaus BreweryTangled Roots BrewingOddPods MediaPromo: From The Middle

The Brewers Association recently hosted its Midyear State Of The Industry. This episode, I'll talk to Bart Watson, the Chief Economist and VP of strategy for the Brewers Association about the business of beer. Beers from Sierra Nevada and Twisted HippoOddPods MediaPromo: BFYTW

Quick show this week. I'll have an interesting beer from China and from Illinois, a really good one from Soundgrowler. Plus the latest on my back! Soundgrowler BrewingOddPods MediaPromo: Beer'd Al Podcast

Explore the diverse Malt Row in the Ravenswood neighborhood, home to a variety of award-winning breweries, most within walking distance of each other. No matter your beer palate, you’ll find something to enjoy in this eclectic area. Ravenswood On Tap is happening this weekend, on July 20-21, at the intersection of Ravenswood and Berteau, Ravenswood On Tap is one of the best beer events of the Summer. I’m talking this week to Amy Czarkowski, the Events and Programs Manager of the Greater Ravenswood Chamber Of Commerce.    Greater Ravenswood Chamber Of Commerce Begyle Brewing OddPods Media Promo: EverTrending Story

If you are a fan of barrel-aged beers, this episode is for you! The Deep Wood Series over at Revolution Brewing is second to none with the complexity of flavors they are able to extract from the barrels. I sat down with Marty Scott, the Barrel Program Manager at Revolution, about their upcoming 2024 Deep Wood Series. You’ll learn about how different barrels provide different characteristics in the beer and the proper time to drink a barrel-aged beer after opening it. If you’re a brewery owner, Marty also gave a tip on how to up your barrel aging game!Revolution Brewing Deep Wood SeriesOddPods MediaFrom The MiddleGrab 'Em In The Brisket

You might want to grab lunch first! In this episode, I had a great discussion about Chicago's finest food with Aaron FitzPatrick, better known as Fitz Magic online. He's renowned for exploring the top eating spots in Chicago. We made a stop at the city location of Ravinia Brewing to savor their exceptional beer and tacos!FitzMagic EatsOddPods MediaPromo: BFYTW

Midwest Coast Brewing Company, nestled at 2137 W Walnut in Chicago, is on the brink of unveiling its much-anticipated all-season rooftop! This is not just any rooftop, it's a game-changer for the city's taproom scene. With its breathtaking views, an extensive selection of beers, and a retractable roof that defies Chicago’s unpredictable weather, it's a spot you simply can't miss.  Midwest Coast BrewingBeer Adjacent  OddPods MediaPromo: Beer’d Al Podcast