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We are the Craft Beer Connoisseurs - three friends and a producer who like to drink, and talk about, craft beer. We welcome everyone to our podcast where we discuss craft breweries, craft beer and talk about everyday topics!
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The Craft Beer Connoisseurs are back once again for another season, reviewing beers and breweries.
Season 5- Episode 1 - we review Meuse Brewing out of Scotland, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Cole and review 2 beers. Terroir (2023) a farmhouse saison and Framboise which is a foeder aged sour. We also talk about Meuse’s beginnings & focus on sustainability.
Then we discuss our favourite parts about the fall season.
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Season 4, Episode 24, the last of our fourth season!
We are joined by Producer Francisco to discuss our favourite and most memorable parts of the season as well as our favourite beers and breweries of the season.
Finally, we reveal which brewery in season 4 had the best overall Untappd rating of the beers we tried, and we crown another champion, the best beer of season 4!
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Season 4 - Episode 23 - we review 4 Degrees Brewing out of Smiths Falls, Ontario
We are joined by Producer Derek and throw you for a loop as we try 5 different beers along with a cider. We also discuss the new ownership & rebranding into The Tap Room Inc.
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Season 4 - Episode 22, we review Creemore Springs Brewery based in Creemore, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Shea and we review 2 beers. The first is Premium Lager which is a Bohemian Lager and second is Witbier (Summer Edition) which is of course a Belgian Style Witbier. Then, we discuss all things events: what type of event do we like, what we enjoy the most and what we would do if we had our own Craft Beer Connoisseurs event!
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Season 4 - Episode 21, we review Clear Lake Brewing based in Torrence, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Addison and we review 2 beers. The first is Summer Ale which is a golden ale and second is American IPA which is of course an American IPA. We also discuss the location as a premier destination for eating, relaxing and enjoying all the amenities.
Then, we discuss our experiences at the lake!
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Season 4 - Episode 20, we review Henderson Brewing based in Toronto, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Blair and we review 2 beers: Henderson’s Best which is an English Ale & Meek Joe which is a Session IPA. We also discuss their relationship with Rush & how you can find their beer @ Pearson Airport
Then, we discuss celebrities in the craft beer industry.
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Season 4 - Episode 19, we review TWB out of Kitchener, Ontario.
After a hiatus, we are back!
We review 2 beers : Wobbly Wheel which is an american IPA & Order of the Sleeping Car which is a porter. We also discuss their DIY approach & collaborative approach to the brewery
Then, we discuss our summer plans
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Season 4 - Episode 18, we review Three Sheets Brewing Company based in Port Elgin, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer John and we review 2 beers: Puerto Elguino which is a Mexican Style Lager and Down the River which is a New England Style IPA. We also discussed their opening right before the pandemic and their pivot strategies.
Then, we answer some vacation related would you rather questions.
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Season 4 - Episode 17, we review Broadhead Brewing Company now based in Orleans, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Ian where we review 2 beers: Blueberry Blonde & Amber Ale. We also discussed their move from a much smaller location into the big scale location they have today.
Then, we discuss St Patrick's Day Traditions & share memories.
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Season 4 - Episode 16, we review Bancroft Brewing in Bancroft, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Nelson to review 2 beers. The first is Iron Man which is an amber American pale ale. The second is Logger’s Ale which is an English Brown Ale. We also discuss how the brewery started and their dedication to their community.
Then, we discuss entrepreneurship.
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Season 4 - Episode 15, we review IX Poets Brewing, which is a contract brewery.
We are joined by Producer Pat to review 2 beers. The first is Buzzer Beater which is a pilsner. The second is Hazy Mariner which is a New England pale ale. We also discuss the brewery’s origins, history and how they got their name.
Then, it's all about valentines day.
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Season 4, Episode 14
In this episode, we travel to Perth ( not the county or Austrailia), Ontario & review Perth Brewing.
Joined by no Producer for a first time in CBC history , we review 2 beers: The Last Duel Lager & their Mocha Stout. We also discuss their gluten reduced initiative around all their beers
Then, we discuss our favourite things from the 90’s
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Season 4, Episode 13
In this episode, for the first time in a while, we travel back to Toronto & review Rorschach Brewing.
Joined by Producer Todd, we review 2 beers: Truth Serum - Double Dry Hopped IPA & the Watermelon Candy Sour out of their Jolly Beans series. We also discuss their unique take on beers & what we have had in the past.
Then, we have a conversation about Rorschach the man himself and what he was known best for!
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Season 4, Episode 12
In this episode, we review Four Fathers Brewing out of Cambridge, Ontario.
Joined by Producer Henrick, we review 2 beers: “The Starter” which is a Session IPA and “Von Doom” a chocolate caramel wafer imperial stout. We also discuss their beginnings and previous beers we have indulged in.
Then, we have a conversation about some of the fastest growing sports, like pickleball.
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Season 4, Episode 11
In this episode, we review Fogorig Brewing located just outside of Campbellford.
Joined by Producer Joe, we review 2 beers - One of them ‘Naughty’ & One of them ‘Nice’ - they are both bourbon barrel aged based on their Scottish Ale ‘Highland Ground’ with different blends mixed in. In order to find out, you must unwrap this episode, give it a listen & find out
Then, we discuss our Christmas traditions.
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Season 4, Episode 10
In this episode, we have a guest host for a full episode as fan of the podcast Trevor joins us for a full episode while we review Wave Maker Brewing in Cambridge
Joined by Producer Ed, we review 2 beers – Anomalous which is Dry Hopped Saison & Eternal which is a Double IPA. We also refer back to our interview w/ Scott from Wave Maker back from Paris Drinks Fest last year.
Then, we discuss who we would like to have as a guest host from a couple of different categories!
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Season 4, Episode 9
In this episode, Chris makes his long awaited return and we go up to the Ottawa Valley to review Cold Bear Brewing located in Arnprior.
Joined by Producer Zac, we review 2 beers: Madawaska which is bohemian pilsner and Shift Change which is an ordinary bitter. We also discuss their recent win at the Canada Beer Cup.
Then, Chris enlightens us on where he has been and his future on the pod.
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Season 4, Episode 8
In this episode, we review one of the newest breweries to open in Schooner St Brewing which is in Waterloo, Ontario
Joined by Producer Nate, we review 2 beers – Czech Yourself which is a Czech Pilsner & Motor Boat which is an oatmeal milk stout. Plus we discuss the tour taken during opening day by Brett & his wife
Then, we discuss different memberships that we have & future ones we would want to obtain.
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Season 4, Episode 7
In this episode, we go back to Perth County & review Black Donnelly’s Brewing located just outside of Mitchell
Joined by Producer Tim we review 2 beers – Biddulph’s Hazy IPA & Seven Sons which is an amber lager. We also discuss the backstory to how the brewery got its name.
Then we discuss our experiences with the paranormal…afterall it is spooky season right!
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Season 4, Episode 6
In this episode, we review Lovebird Brewing out of the Grey Highlands
Joined by Producer Austin we review 2 beers – Good Things which is a dry hopped rice lager & Lovely Day which is a New England style pale ale. We also discussed where to find them as there is no bricks/mortar brewery location yet.
Then we discuss our experiences with birds.
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