In our second of our quarterly “random hoppy things” episodes wherein we gather notable hop-driven drinks from local breweries, we have a murderers’ row lineup to lead us into the warmer months - and we even include one non-beer. The high quality of the beverages leads to steadily sloppier discussions of Craig’s first Magic: The Gathering tournament, Ryan’s transition into erotic craft beer fiction novelist, our desire for unique taproom experiences, and the assembly of a Hop Conclave to give these experimental varieties an identity. It’s girthy - yet grippable, so grab an earful of this.  

Beers Reviewed

Hop Butcher for the World - Tropical Hop Water for the World (Sparkling Hop Water)

Werk Force Brewing - Formerly Light (Session IPA)

Suncatcher Brewing - MI Pale Ale (American Pale Ale)

Mikerphone Brewing & Saint Errant Brewing - Pale Pauper 2025 (American Pale Ale)

Half Acre Beer Company & Firestone Walker Brewing - Daisy Cutter Union (West Coast IPA)