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The Origins of Oktoberfest

The Origins of Oktoberfest

Update: 2025-09-29
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Oktoberfest is a party AND a beer! Join Gary, Allison, and Bobby as they delve into the brewing secrets, seasonal challenges, and history of the beloved annual event.

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TIMELINE

00:00 Welcome!

00:15 The Popularity of Oktoberfest Beer

02:05 The Brewing Process and Ingredients

03:23 The Science Behind the Flavor

04:33 Nostalgia and Local Popularity

09:08 Fest Beer vs. October Fest

11:57 Brewing and Aging Techniques

12:46 Planning for Oktoberfest

12:59 Challenges of Brewing Oktoberfest

14:00 New Tanks and Production Changes

17:55 Balancing Seasonal and Year-Round Beers

20:52 Future Plans and Expansion

22:47 Support us on Patreon!

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CREDITS

Hosts:

Bobby Fleshman - https://www.mcfleshmans.com/

Allison Fleshman -https://www.instagram.com/mcfleshmans/

Joel Hermansen

Gary 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

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