Ep 125 - Welcome to Anaheim April 2024 - Anaheim, CA This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we venture to Anaheim, CA! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Mike try Unsung Brewing CO.’s “Cloud Shrine” and Noble Ale Works’  “Naughty Sauce”. They are joined by Chris Mariani from Unsung Brewing Co. and Jimmy Goetz from Noble Ale Works  In this episode, the group talks about the growth of seltzers, beer for the non-beer drinker, and how can art sells beer. They learn about the...

Ep 124 - Andy Stohlmann - Bunkhouse Brewing March 2024 - Bozeman, MT This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we venture to Bozeman, MT! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Glenn try Bozeman Brewing CO.’s “Bozone” and Bunkhouse Brewing’s “Bramble Cherry Sour”. They are joined by the Head Brewer and Co-owner ofBunkhouse Brewing, Andy Stohlmann In this episode, the group talks about Montana beer consuption, the rapid growth of breweries in Bozeman, and fly fishing. They learn how...

Ep 123 - Returning to PittsburghFebruary 2024 - Pittsburgh, PA This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we return to Pittsburgh, PA! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Ethan try Burghers Brewing’s “Nubble” and Dancing Gnomes’s “Lustra.” They are joined by the Head Brewers and Co-owners of both breweries, Neil Glausier from Burghers Brewing as well as Andrew Witchey from Dancing Gnome.In this episode, the group talks about the logistics of brewing lagers, the growth of European...

Ep 122 - Welcome to Portland Maine January 2024 - Portland, ME  This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Portland, Maine! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Glenn try Austin Street Brewery’s “Patina” and Foundation Brewing Company’s “Epiphany.” They are joined by the Head Brewers and Co-owners of both breweries, Will Fisher from Austin Street Brewery as well as John Bonney from Foundation Brewing Company. In this episode, the group talks about the limitations of...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Spokane, Washington! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Mike try Lumberbeard’s “Flavor Nuggets” and The Grain Shed’s “Purple Egyptian.” They are joined by the Head Brewer and Co-owner of The Grain Shed, Teddy Benson.  In this episode, the group discusses local sourcing ingredients and how it can impact the brewing process, sustainability, and end product of beers. They also learn about some of the local sights and history in...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Nashville, Tenessee! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Glann try Jackalope Brewing Company’s “Drinking Buddy” and “Thunder Ann.” They are joined by the President of Jackalope Brewing Company, Steve Wright.  In this episode, the group discusses the birth of the brewing scene in Nashville, brewing collaborations, opinions on what IBUs mean in today’s landscape and what Bruce Springsteen means to Jackalope Brewing Company.   You...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Nashville, Tenessee! On this episode, Jonathan and cohost Glann try Southern Grist’s Southern Fest and The Black Abbey Brewing Company’s Tennessee IPA.  In this episode, the duo discuss Nashville nicknames, history of their Untappd accounts, long names of beers and a Nashville classic drink called a Bushwacker.  You can drink along with us from the comfort of home! Join the City Brew Tours Beer Club, get delicious beers...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Seattle, Washington! On this episode, Jonathan tries Stoup Brewing’s Northwest Red Ale and Obec Brewing’s Porter No. 3. He is joined by Brad Benson, Owner of Stoup Brewing, and Wayne Jehlik, Co-Owner and Head Brewer at Obec Brewing. In this episode, Brad initially shares the beginnings of Stoup Brewing but is forced to sign off due to technical difficulties. Jonathan and Wayne then continue the conversation, delving into the...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore Seattle, Washington! On this episode, Chad and Todd try Fremont Brewing’s Blood Orange, Lime & Sea Salt Gose and Georgetown Brewing Company’s “Bodhizafa” IPA. They are joined by Andrew Dekay, Head of Sales at Georgetown Brewing. In this episode, the trio discuss how Georgetown Brewing was once the largest draft-only brewery in America. They chat about the movie “Point Break” and the influence the film has on the brewery....

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore St. Louis, Missouri! On this episode, Chad and Todd try 4 Hands Brewing Company’s “Cast Iron” Brown Ale and Perennial Artisan Ales’ “Saison de Lis” Saison. They are joined by Jesse Stansbury, owner and founder of Brew Hop STL. In this episode, Jesse explains the history of craft breweries in St Louis and the relationships between different breweries. The group chats about the unbelievable amount of caves in St. Louis and why...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast we explore St. Louis, MO! On this episode, Chad and Todd try Urban Chestnut Brewing Company’s “Schnickelfritz” Weissbier and 2nd Shift Brewing’s “Casual Experimentation” Belgian Tripel. In this episode, Todd playfully sets aside his Chicago roots to appreciate St. Louis, delving into chess and his past glories. Chad shares the story behind 2nd Shift's inception, and the conversation naturally gravitates toward the allure of Belgian...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Thom Roholt explore Portland, OR! On this episode, Brian and Thom try Old Town Brewing’s Pilsner and Baerlic Brewery’s “Noble Stout” Oatmeal Stout. They are joined by Head Brewer of Old Town Brewing, Todd Britt.  In this episode, Todd explains Old Town’s methods for making a crystal clear pilsner. He shares the “Believe in Portland” shirt initiative, where $10 of every shirt sold goes to local charities. The...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Thom Roholt explore Portland, OR! On this episode, Brian and Thom try Von Ebert Brewing’s “Volatile Substance” IPA and Threshold Brewing’s “Jens Bailed” Grisette. Beer power couple Sara and Jarek Szymanski, owners of Threshold Brewing, join the pod to talk about their brewery. But they’re not alone! Becca Linn, brewer at Von Ebert, joins in to round out a fun discussion about Portland’s beer scene. The...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Ethan Angelica explore Brooklyn, NY! This week, Brian and Ethan try Brooklyn Brewery’s “Brooklyn Lager” and “Summer Ale” Pale Ale. In this episode, Brian and Ethan chat about all things Brooklyn Brewery. Ethan shares the history of Brooklyn Brewery’s logo and its renowned designer, Milton Glaser. They discuss how you can find Brooklyn-based beers throughout Europe. Later, they discuss Brooklyn Brewery’s...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Ethan Angelica explore Brooklyn, NY! This week, Brian and Ethan try Threes Brewing’s “Vliet” Pilsner and “Logical Conclusion” New England IPA. They are joined by Lead Guide for City Brew Tours NYC, Jonathan Mayer.   In this episode, the CBT group engages with the livestream chat for a discussion around conversion beers, or beers that you give people when introducing them to craft beer. Jonathan and Ethan...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Ethan Angelica explore Brooklyn, NY! This week, Brian and Ethan try Kings County Brewers Collective’s (KCBC) “Salu” Pilsner and “Marble of Doom IV” Fruited Sour.  In this episode, Brian and Ethan are joined by City Brew Tours’ own Isaac Bell for a brief chat about the featured beers. The trio dive into discussion about KCBC’s can art illustrator Earl Halloway, and ponder if anyone truly knows what a...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Ethan Angelica explore Brooklyn, NY! This week, Brian and Ethan try Other Half Brewing’s “Forever Ever” Double Dry Hopped Hazy IPA and Threes Brewing’s “All or Nothing” West Coast IPA.  In this episode, Brian and Ethan discuss the growth and success of Other Half Brewing. They also explore the list of interesting experimental breweries situated in Brooklyn. Ethan, a Brooklyn resident, imparts his expert...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Anthony Braxton explore Cincinnati, OH! This week, Brian and Braxton try MadTree Brewing’s “Ahuevo!” Mexican Lager and Urban Artifact’s “The Gadget” Midwest Fruit Tart. They are joined by Scotty Hunter, CFO and cofounder of Urban Artifact.   In this episode, Scotty explains how Urban Artifact came to be and how they decided on the brewery's name. He delves into the specifics of what constitutes a Midwest...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Anthony Braxton explore Cincinnati, OH! This week, Brian and Braxton try Rhinegeist Brewing’s Petrichor Wheat Ale and Beer for Humans Easy Hop Ale. They are joined by Steven Hampton, Executive Director of the Brewing Heritage Trail.  In this episode, Steven explains the origins of the Brewing Heritage Trail, a tour company that teaches guests the rich history of beer through Cincinnati’s historic brewery...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Anthony Braxton explore Cincinnati, OH! This week, Brian and Braxton try Listermann Brewing Company’s Nutcase Peanut Butter Porter and Hop Head New England IPA. They are joined by Matthew Daniel, Head Brewer at Listermann Brewing Company.  In this episode, Matthew discusses the origins of Hop Head, a beer that was developed through experimentation with beers named after Reservoir Dogs. Matthew also shares...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Anthony Braxton explore Cincinnati, OH! This week, Brian and Braxton try 50 West Brewing Company’s Chasing Sunsets Peach Ale and Streetside Brewery’s Return of the Mac Coffee Blonde. They are joined by Victor Navarro, Head Brewer at Streetside Brewery.  In this episode, Victor shares his journey into the world of brewing, highlighting the challenges and lessons he learned while homebrewing. He also talks...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Glenn Stoops explore Grand Rapids, Michigan! This week, Brian and Glenn try Brewery Vivant’s Big Red and Rapid IPA. Later, they are joined by Jason Spaulding, Co-Founder of Brewery Vivant and Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits.  In this episode, Brian & Glenn discuss the different malts of Red IPAs. They break down the differences between American IPAs, West Coast IPAs and New England IPAs. Jason discusses...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Glenn Stoops explore Grand Rapids, Michigan! This week, Brian and Glenn try Brewery Nyx’s Stout.  In this episode, Brian & Glenn dive into discussion about Food & Wine's "Top 25 Most Important American Craft Beers". The duo discusses notable omissions and debates the rankings of certain beers. They shine a spotlight on the influential Heady Topper, widely regarded as the originator of the Hazy IPA...

This month on the City Brew Tours Beer Club Podcast, host Brian Hatheway and co-host Glenn Stoops explore Grand Rapids, Michigan! This week, Brian and Glenn try Broad Leaf Brewery’s Sour Lake (Guava, Passionfruit, Orange) and Fruit Moon (Blueberry Vanilla).  In this episode, Brian discusses friends of the podcast who won medals at the 2023 World Beer Cup. Brian and Glenn talk about breweries who have created additional brands to experiment beyond traditional styles. Brian also shares the...