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| 208 - Lager Series: German Pils | 02 Sep 2024 | 01:04:10 | |
Do you German Pilsner? We are continuing our Lager series with a classic this time. But was it this style that put Jo off lagers? As usual we hit you with the style guidelines and history, but we also give you some ‘horrifically untrue facts’ as well!
Our German Pilsner examples were:
Augustiner Pils Flensburger Pilsener Riba by Garage
What’s your favourite type of pilsner? Let us know!
Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq
Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew
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| 207 - Barside Chat with the Topic Jar | 26 Aug 2024 | 01:16:16 | |
We know you love hearing us chat, so this week we bring back the topic jar and answer some burning questions.
Would you rather go to a consistent brewery with only a limited amount of styles or a brewery with more styles but their quality could be hit or miss?
What do you do if someone wants to go to Spoons or Brewdog?
What are your craft beer red flags – this was a great one and we’ve put the question back in the jar to come up with amber and green flags next time!
Have you got questions for us to add to the jar? Let us know and we’ll pop it in!
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| 206 - The Complex World of Gueuze | 19 Aug 2024 | 01:11:08 | |
This week we dive into the intricate world of Gueuze—a complex and traditional Belgian beer. We'll cover everything from the meticulous cork removal process to the distinct appearances, aromas, and flavours of their chosen versions. Together, they compare the carbonation, foam, and colour of their drinks, and explore the layers of tartness, dryness, and fruity funk that make these beers so unique.
We will also take you through the fascinating history of Gueuze, the specific serving temperatures, and the traditional glassware that enhance the drinking experience. You'll hear about their adventures finding Lambic baskets, the artistry behind the brewing process, and the fascinating revival of traditional beer styles in Belgium.
In this episode we drank
Oude Geuze from Boon Cuvee Rene Oude Gueuze by Lindemans
Do you want us to explore the lambic styles more? Let us know!
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| 205 - Pairing Beer & Chocolate by David Nilsen | 12 Aug 2024 | 01:39:09 | |
We are bringing the world of pure imagination this week when we introduce you to David Nilsen’s book Pairing Beer and Chocolate: A Guide to Bringing the Flavours of Craft Beer and Craft Chocolate Together.
David very kindly sent us a copy of his book and we picked some pairings to share with you. We pair chocolate with a hoppy pale ale, a pumpkin spice ale (obvs!), a non alcoholic sour and a Flanders red! We share what works (and what doesn’t!) and talk you through where we got our chocolates from so you can create your own delicious pairings.
What is your favourite chocolate and what beer would you pair it with? Let us know!
Buy a copy of Pairing Beer & Chocolate from Bean to Barstool here: https://www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/pairing-beer-chocolate-book
Find Bean to Barstool on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/beantobarstool/
Grab Jo’s beer & chocolate pairing kit here:
Find chocolate here:
Find our beer & Halloween candy pairing episode here: https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/a-womans-brew-podcast/episode-112-beer-amp-candy-pairing
Find our beer & chocolate bar comparison with Vocation’s Celebration beers here: https://lovebeerlearning.co.uk/a-womans-brew-podcast/episode-121-a-vocations-christmas
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| 204 - Lager Series: Vienna Lager | 05 Aug 2024 | 01:07:51 | |
We are showcasing one of Jo’s fave beer styles for this edition of our lager series – Vienna lager. In fact, it’s the style that got her into beer! Tori’s more of a Marzen fan, but each to their own.
Looking at the history of Vienna lager, we meet our old friends Anton Dreher and Gabriel Sadlmayer (those thieving brewers with their walking sticks), find out who brews better – head brewers or ghosts, and how the best versions of beers may be picked by our feline friends.
We found two great examples of the Vienna lager style from home and abroad:
Elements #12 Vienna lager from Wild Horse in Wales Chungdamdong Myuhnuri by Artmonster Brewery in Korea
This can be a difficult style to find, but if you do let us know where you got it!
Here is the great article Jo mentioned: https://learn.kegerator.com/vienna-lager/
ICYMI - check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq
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| 203 - Cocktail Beers: Amaretto Sours | 29 Jul 2024 | 01:29:06 | |
We’ve got another cocktail inspired beer episode for you! This time we bring you Amaretto Sour, which Jo and Tori are in love with. As per usual, we bring you a touch of history, some fun facts and how you can make your own. There are a bunch of tasty variations to try too!
We also give thanks to our robots overlords and ask Chat GTP to create us beer cocktail versions of an Amaretto Sour. Tori tries an addition of a wheat beer and Jo adds a citrusy pale ale – but does it work?
Beers we tried:
The Way To Amaretto by Brew York x Unbarred Death by Amaretto Sour by Vocation
Are you new to Amaretto Sours or are they a staple on your drinks menu? Let us know!
Did you miss our other cocktail inspired episodes? Catch up here:
Strawberry Daiquiri
Pina Colada
Margarita:
Mojito:
Mixed Drinks:
Espresso Martinii:
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| 202 - Introducing the Topics Jar! | 22 Jul 2024 | 01:33:40 | |
This week we are beating the burnout and having a chat about our upcoming plans and topics picked by you, the listener!
We introduce our topics jar – we’ll pick random questions from the jar and attempt to answer them. This is an ask us anything opportunity – and apparently not just about beer! Would you rather have a wifi brain or a time traveling finger? Would you rather only order pints or always have a flight of 10 beers? How do you feel about beer haul photos and why do they have to be on your stairs?!
Tori and Jo share their upcoming plans and give some top travel tips to help you on your summer beer travels too!
Have you got a question for the topics jar? Share it will us!
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| 201 - Quarter 2 Review | 15 Jul 2024 | 01:50:52 | |
Said in very British voice: ‘where has that time gone?!’ We are already half way through the year and checking in on our 2024 beer goals.
We both think we’ve done alright so far, Tori is working on hard mode (obvs) while Jo is reviewing and refining her goals – mid year is the best time for this! We also look at how far we’ve got with our Drink Harder challenge and, once again, debate what constitutes a dive bar!
Tori lets us in on her data collection for the year so far and Jo shares the beginnings of her beer journal. We’ll also see which were the top episodes of the quarter.
How are your beer goals going? And where is your fave dive bar? Let us know!
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| 200 - Episode 200! | 08 Jul 2024 | 02:06:39 | |
It’s our 200th episode!!! If this is your 1st episode with us or your 200th, thank you for being on this journey with us!
We’ll look back at our top episodes, run through a bit of our history and introduce you to some new Chat GTP beer cocktails to celebrate! We talk about our journey and what beer we think represents the podcast (it’s pumpkin spice, obvs!)
What has been your favourite episode so far and what do you want to hear in the next 200? Let us know!
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| 199 - Lager Series: Light Lager | 01 Jul 2024 | 01:27:39 | |
In this episode of our lager series we are diving into the effervescent world of American light lagers, shining a spotlight on their unique place in beer culture.
Alongside giving you tasting notes, we navigate the fascinating history and marketing strategies that have propelled these beverages into the hearts and hands of many… if not those of us craft beer lovers! Tori grabbed us a Miller Lite while she was in the US, so we can give you our honest insights into the typical example of this style. We then compare this to craft and non alcoholic versions brewed here in the UK.
We drink: Miller Lite Good Time by Duration Low Life by Mash Gang
Do you shun light lagers or do you indulge in a little guilty pleasure every now and then, maybe on a hot day while bbqing?! Let us know!
Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq
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| 198 - The Gender Pint Gap: Revisited Report | 24 Jun 2024 | 01:51:52 | |
This week, we're diving into the challenges and opportunities for women in the beer industry and community with the thought-provoking findings from The Gender Pint Gap: Revisited report by Dea Latis. Using the report as a starting point, we'll explore the ten challenges and nine opportunities it highlights, addressing critical aspects such as the need for gender-neutral marketing, inclusive spaces, and better representation in mainstream advertising.
We'll share personal anecdotes and our thoughts on the opportunities outlined in the report, like promoting premium beer, emphasizing taste over price, and introducing low or no-alcohol options. Additionally, we'll touch on how these changes can cater to different age groups and demographics while creating education and career opportunities in the industry.
We discuss the societal norms and constraints that influence women's attitudes toward beer, the physical and psychological impacts they face, and the necessity for businesses to make ground-level changes to support inclusivity.
This is such an important piece of research and we give a huge thanks to Annabel Smith and Dea Latis for taking it on.
You can read the report for yourself here: https://dealatisuk.wordpress.com/2024/05/23/thegenderpintgaprevisited/
Here is the article Tori found about women working in the beer industry:
And catch up on our episode with Dr J here:
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| 197 - Lager Series: Dortmunder Export | 17 Jun 2024 | 01:27:12 | |
Our lager series continues this week with the lesser known Dortmunder Export. We have examples from Lost & Grounded, Exhale and Culmination Brewing and take you through what you should expect from this classic style.
We won't just stop with the tasting notes, though. We’ll also be your guides through the optimal glassware and serving temperatures to ensure you get the best out of each pour and possible food pairing options. We trace the historical roots of the DAB Brewery, unfolding its journey through the technological revolution of refrigeration in the late 19th century, its resilience post-World War II, and its eventual mergers with prominent brewing groups. We'll delve into how Dortmunder Export became a significant component of German beer sales and the intriguing sulfuric notes that define this beer style.
As is our way, we take a few detours during this episode – look out for talk about Bristol, St Patricks Day and international supermarkets!
We drank: Newstalgic 7 from Lost & Grounded Zorc from Exhale Dork from Culmination Brewing
Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq
Recommend us a Dortmunder!
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| 196 - Book Club: Girly Drinks | 10 Jun 2024 | 01:59:06 | |
We’ve been talking about it for ages, so here it finally is – our first book club episode and we’re reading Girly Drinks by Mallory O’Meara which dives into the fascinating intersection of beer, history, and powerful women.
Join us as we unravel historical narratives, challenge gender stereotypes, and celebrate the unsung heroines of the alcohol industry. From Cleopatra's controversial portrayal to the inspiring achievements of master blender Joyce Spence, we'll highlight the powerful stories of women and their relationships with alcohol throughout history that O’Meara has brought forth for us.
We'll also discuss ancient drinking rituals, debunk myths surrounding alewives and witches, and share our personal experiences with beer cocktails inspired by history. Plus, don't miss our thoughts on the book's chapters, their immersive drink pairings, and Tori's adventures with Chat GTP-generated recipes.
So grab a beer cocktail and O’Meara’s amazing book and read along with us!
Find the playlist that accompanies the book here: https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/girly-drinks/
Find the drink pairings here: https://www.malloryomeara.com/girly-drinks-drink-pairings
Here is a great interview with Mallory O’Meara:
And if you want to follow Jo’s bookstagram, find her here: https://www.instagram.com/joanne_listenstobooks/
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| 195 - Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice | 03 Jun 2024 | 01:43:13 | |
Here at A Woman’s Brew, it’s always Pumpkin Spice season! We missed our pumpkin episode last autumn, but we have finally got round to trying our selection of pumpkin spiced beers for you now.
From the aroma reminiscent of freshly roasted coffee with a hint of warming spices, to the unexpected flavour profiles that these unique beers deliver, we'll leave no pumpkin unexplored. As we savour each sip, we'll share our thoughts, preferences, and memories, from childhood pumpkin carving experiences to our university days of culinary exploration.
Join us as we recount the origins of our pumpkin fascination, debate the authenticity of whimsically named pumpkin varieties in our fun "Real or Fake" game, and explore the history and versatility of pumpkins in both food and beer. We'll also take a nostalgic detour to discuss our experiences with pumpkin spice items like pop tarts and lattes, and reflect on the influences of our diverse family cuisines.
What was your favourite pumpkin spice beer? Let us know!
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| 194 - The Beer Flight Debate | 27 May 2024 | 01:40:36 | |
How do you feel about beer flights? Here at A Woman’s Brew both Tori and Jo are big advocates for beer flights - both for beer choices, pour size and beer education. But there is a debate going on as to whether a beer flight works for breweries and taprooms – does it slow down service? Not give the best representation of the beer? Or maybe there isn’t enough space for glass storage?
We look through two articles and decide if we agree with the opinions, of if we are still pro-flight.
What are your thoughts on beer flights? Are you for or against?
Check out the articles here:
Article one from Inside Hook: https://www.insidehook.com/beer/why-breweries-saying-no-beer-flights
Article two from Punch Drink: https://punchdrink.com/articles/craft-beer-flights-debate/
And here is the image of the Russian River flight: https://www.reddit.com/r/CraftBeer/comments/11hpz0j/joined_this_sub_to_let_you_know_that_russian/
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| 193 - Brussels Beer Extravaganza | 20 May 2024 | 01:28:32 | |
This week, Tori and Rik take us on a journey through their recent trip to Brussels, focusing on their fascinating tour at Cantillon Brewery. They'll compare this unique experience to other brewery tours they've been on, highlighting the complexities and history of lambic brewing in Brussels. Beyond the brewery, they'll recount their adventures in the city—from discovering hidden gems like La Source and Stella Coffee to navigating the challenges of finding quality street food and managing travel anxieties. Whether it's savouring a luxurious bourbon barrel-aged coffee stout or exploring the Delirium Village, they bring you their honest opinions and helpful travel tips. So grab your favourite brew, settle in, and join us as we explore the vibrant beer culture and rich history of Brussels in this thrilling episode! What’s your favourite Belgian brew? Let us know!
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| 192 - Navigating the Tour de Geuze | 13 May 2024 | 01:23:23 | |
Back by popular demand (if you don’t listen to Tori!), Rik joins Tori to talk about their recent Belgian excursion to the Toer De Geuze where tradition meets the bubbling excitement of craft brewing. They embraced the unique opportunity to peek behind the curtains of some of Belgium's most revered Lambic breweries and blenders. But! Navigating this event, that only happens every two years, can be a bit challenging. They share their top tips for planning and budgeting for the trip and how to find your way to the event hosted by Horal – The High Council for Artisanal Lambic Beers. Tori and Rik visited Tilquin, Lambiek Fabriek, Kestemont and De Cam, each having their own unique attributes and activities for the day. Has this inspired you to plan a trip for the next Toer De Geuze or do you have other tips to help travellers to the Pajottenland? Let us know! You can find out more about the Toer De Geuze here: https://horal.be/en/events/toer-de-geuze/ And read the blog post that Jo found here: https://thebeernut.blogspot.com/2017/05/geuze-bus-tours.html?m=1
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| 191 - Top Rated Beers | 29 Apr 2024 | 01:49:44 | |
This episode takes a unique spin as we explore the landscape of top-rated beers, sipping our way through Julius by Treehouse and some of it’s variants. We'll navigate the world of exceptional beers, discussing the finer points that elevate a beer to "top-rated" status. Tori shares her experiences of visiting Treehouse while she was in the US and Jo walks you through her Try All The Beers blog series. We’ll help you put together your bucket list of beers you must try with this episode! We drink through Julius (will Jo like it?!) and it’s variants Queen Julius and Cobbler – are these beers worthy of being top rated? What are your top rated beers and what’s on your beer bucket list? Let us know!
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| 190 - Lager Series: Mexican Lager | 22 Apr 2024 | 01:09:53 | |
This week, we're embarking on a flavourful journey south of the border to explore the enigmatic world of Mexican lagers. But do we once again have more questions than answers? We contrast craft enthusiasms with macro lager charm and question how a slice of lime became synonymous with a whole genre of beer. From the Austrian-brewed history of the Vienna lager's Mexican adventures to the European and American perspectives that have painted our knowledge of these beers, we not only taste some UK versions but alos look at the colonial history of Mexico that has shaped it’s brewing heritage. So whether you have a Corona in hand or a Cerveza, join us while we try to define what a ‘Mexican Lager’ actually is. In this episode we drink: Cerveza from Fierce Beer Luz from Omnipollo Mexican Lager from Northern Monk.
Do you have Mexican beer recs for us? Let us know your top picks! Here are the articles that Jo recommends you read about Mexican lager: https://www.casketbeer.com/home/2022/12/1/mexican-lager-history-and-appropriation https://beerisforeveryone.com/colonialism-and-the-legacy-of-lager-in-mexico/amp/
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| 189 - Core Ranges and Formative Beers | 15 Apr 2024 | 01:44:31 | |
In this episode we tap into the world of core beer ranges, the power of first beer impressions, and the essence of a brewery's core lineup. What makes a great core range and what do you expect from a brewery’s flagship beers? Do you have a favourite core range? We also took this opportunity to taste through some beers Jo brought back from the US from Alaskan Brewing Co – one of the breweries that got her into beer. Tori and Jo share a selection of the beers that started their craft beer journeys – with some interesting overlaps! Oh! And Tori gamifies the system by testing Jo’s knowledge of core range beers! What beers started your craft beer journey? Let us know!
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| 188 - Quarter 1 2024 Review: Completing Our Goals One Sip At A Time! | 08 Apr 2024 | 01:32:54 | |
It's been a wild ride this first quarter of 2024, keeping us busy when we should be working on our beer goals and the drink harder challenge! Despite our best efforts to stay on top of our beer check-ins and tracking, we admit, keeping up has been a bit of a struggle. But it's all in the name of good beer and great company! But! We have a few updates for you, including our memorable visit to Craft Beer Junction and savouring beers blended with intriguing fruits. Jo chats about her dedication to tracking the beer styles she tries this year and how she faced mixed emotions when drinking a whiskey drink, a vodka drink, a lager drink, and a cider drink – all in one sitting! Tori is on a mission to widen her circle of beer appreciation and engage in heartfelt conversations with fellow enthusiasts. She tells us of her experience of hosting her first panel and is planning some trips in 2024 – so make sure you are following us on socials to see where she ends up. Oh!.... Did we mention we’re in a book too?! How are your beer goals going so far in 2024? Let us know! You can grab your copy of ‘The Devil is in the Draught Lines’ here:
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| 187 - Guess The Hop: Understanding and Identifying Hop Varieties | 01 Apr 2024 | 01:16:48 | |
This week, we're delving deep into the world of hops with Siren’s thrilling challenge of "Guess the Hop." Using the challenge as a starting point, we guide you through the intense and important process of judging hops for brewing, discussing the meticulous attention to detail and keen sense of smell required. We share our experiences of identifying different hops, the tools and techniques we recommend, and the impact of unconscious bias in the tasting process. Together, we will take you on a journey through the complexities of hop selection, exploring the variability in scent and quality influenced by factors such as weather, agricultural changes, and the location where hops are grown. From rubbing hop samples to using sensory wheels, books and single hopped beers, we will provide valuable insights into the intricate art of discerning hop aromas and flavours. Moreover, we’ll share our thoughts on the influence of suggestion and external descriptions on the perception of flavours in beer, offering valuable tips and considerations for both seasoned tasters and beginner beer enthusiasts. So, join us as unravel the complexities of identifying hops in beer. It's a hop-filled adventure you won't want to miss! Read more about Siren’s Guess The Hop challenge here: https://www.sirencraftbrew.com/stories-and-events/blog/guess-the-hop You can still buy the beers here: https://www.sirencraftbrew.com/browse/guess-the-hop And find Mark Dredge’s hop wheel here: https://www.beerdredge.com/beer-wheel What’s your favourite hop? Let us know!
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| 186 - A Conversation With... Matt Lincoln | 25 Mar 2024 | 01:47:04 | |
He’s back! Our mate, Matt Lincoln, formerly of Siren and Unbarred, and who has been on the podcast a couple of times, is leaving us to move to the US! Tori took the opportunity to ask him about the move and revisit his background in beer. Matt gives us his current insights into Atlanta, where he is moving to, and adds his top tips for moving a beer stash to another country. Also – does lager pair with Victoria Sponge? How much Yorkshire Tea is he packing? And what are his hot takes on controversial US drinking practices? Listen to find out! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 185 - Yonder Mystery Beers 2024 | 18 Mar 2024 | 01:00:33 | |
Tasting beers blind is a hard task, but it’s also really fun! This week we are trying to guess what Yonder’s 2024 mystery beers are and arguing about it along the way! We discuss blind beer tastings in general – they are a great way to train your tasting palate - and ways you can set up your own. As it happens, Jo has a kit for that in her Etsy shop! Have you tried this year’s mystery beers? What do you think they are? You can still enter Yonder’s competition until 31stMarch, find out more information here: https://brewyonder.co.uk/blogs/news/mystery-beers-project-2024 And if you want to see what we thought of last year’s mystery beers, head over to Ko-Fi and buy us a beer here: Grab Jo’s Blind Beer Tasting Kit here: Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 184 - Lager Series: West Coast Pils | 11 Mar 2024 | 01:08:27 | |
Who knew there could be some new hotness in lager?! Continuing our lager series, we look at West Coast Pils, which is billed to be the hottest beer style of 2024 (do you agree?!) As a new style, there aren’t any definite style guidelines for West Coast Pils yet, so we dig into what you should expect. We tried three versions from UK breweries and look at what factors are shaping the style. We drank: Ricochet by Siren Brew Co West Coast Pils by North Brew Co x Left Handed Giant Cold Coast by Mash Gang Is this beer the best of the lager and IPA worlds? Have you had the chance to try one yet? Let us know! Check out the article that Jo found about West Coast Pils here: https://beerandbrewing.com/writing-the-rules-of-west-coast-pilsner/ Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 183 - A Conversation With... Craft Beerings | 04 Mar 2024 | 01:08:59 | |
You know we love supporting women owned businesses at A Woman’s Brew, and who better to visit us than Carys from Craft Beerings. You may have seen Carys’ offerings at beer festivals – beautiful earrings, bracelets and more made from craft beer cans. We talk about the origins on Craft Beerings, her creative process and what makes a beer can perfect for creating jewellery with. Craft Beerings has also been nominated for Essex Small Business Awards, go vote for Carys here: https://thesmallbusinessawards.co.uk/essexvoting/ And check out where she will be next over on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craftbeerings/ Do you own any craft beer inspired jewellery or wearables? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 182 - A Conversation With... Holy Goat | 26 Feb 2024 | 01:33:12 | |
We are super excited this week to have Johnny from Holy Goat on the podcast. If you’re new here, Holy Goat is one of our fave sour breweries with it’s gorgeous beers! We talk all things Brett fermentation, fruit and where recipe ideas come from. We hear all about the history of Holy Goat and try to make Johnny pick a beer that represents the brewery. We drank some beautiful beers that are currently available on the Holy Goat webshop: Bergamot Crusher Starhammer 1867 Double Export Stout Grab some here: What has been your favourite Holy Goat beer? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 181 - Brave Noise Round Up: Hand Brew Co | 19 Feb 2024 | 01:42:23 | |
We are still here, being brave and making noise and very glad to see a new Brave Noise beer! This time it’s from Hand Brew Co and we were very pleased to chat to Kate, their head brewer. Our lovely friend Pip also joined us as proceeds from the beer are going to support The Coven – welcome back to the pod Pip! We chat about the positive experiences we’ve all gained from being a part of Brave Noise, and how diverse people can really be – just like beer! It’s still possible for breweries to take part in the Brave Noise initiative – who do you want to see brew a Brave Noise? Let us know! Unfortunately, the beer is sold out, but check out Hand Brew Co’s website to grab some of their other tasty beers. If you identify as a woman you can sign up for their International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/handbrewcoiwd Find out more about the Coven here: https://www.instagram.com/thecoven.w.o.p/ Missed our other Brave Noise episodes? Check them out here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqXIBqPSo2JgE_HaCjT9KjR Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 180 - Lager Series: Kellerbier | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:54:45 | |
We apologise in advance for this episode in our lager series on Kellerbier – it may cause more questions than we answer! You will have seen beers called Kellerbier, you may have seen beers listed under the style, but what exactly is a Kellerbier and why is this style so confusing? We attempt to answer this for you and share some examples you can try. But as Em Sauter says in beer there are a lot of right answers! Beers we tried: aU Ungespunddet Naturtrub from Mahrs Brau Keller Pils from Lost & Grounded Zwickl from Cloudwater & Braybrooke Beer Co Have you tried any good Kellerbiers lately? Let us know! Find more information about Kellerbier here on Alcohol Professor and Kegarator: https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog-posts/kellerbier https://learn.kegerator.com/kellerbier/ Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 179 - Cocktail Beers: Espresso Martini | 05 Feb 2024 | 01:07:20 | |
It’s been a while, but we are bringing you another cocktail beer episode! This time we are looking at the delectable Espresso Martini. You know how Jo & Tori love coffee! We drink beers from Wiper & True, New Bristol and Yonder and decide if your espresso martini loving friends would drink the beers with you. As per, we hit you up with some fun facts, a few interesting variants of the cocktail and how you can make your own. What cocktail inspired beers do you want to see next? Let us know! Did you miss our other cocktail inspired episodes? Catch up here: Strawberry Daiquiri Pina Colada Margarita: Mojito: Mixed Drinks: Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Facebook Group: Women's Pint Club Join the mailing list: https://www.subscribepage.com/v5c0a7 Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 178 - Your Beer Challenge If You Choose To Accept It! | 29 Jan 2024 | 01:47:38 | |
You know we love a challenge here at A Woman’s Brew, so we thought we’d create our own beer challenge this year, alongside our beer goals. We look at the Drink Harder challenge for 2024, which we will take part in again and then think about tasks we could add to our own A Woman’s Brew beer challenge. Will you be following the Drink Harder challenge or do you have challenge suggestions for us? Let us know! Check out Katie’s Beer School Drink Harder Challenge here: https://katiesbeerschool.wordpress.com/drink-harder-2024-and-passport/ Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 177 - New Year Who Dis?! | 22 Jan 2024 | 01:34:42 | |
We’ve made it to January 2024 – New Year, New You and all that, or maybe just New Year, same you because you are awesome! We’re looking at reflecting and resetting in this week’s episode. Tori & Jo give you a run down of what they got up to over the Christmas break and if they actually managed to add anything to their Drink Harder challenge. Spoiler alert – we are putting together our own beer challenge for 2024 – let us know any challenges you would like to see! There’s chat about hobbies, learning, planning, a touch of Tryanuary and to cleanse your palate, we give you a refresher on beer tasting techniques to set you up for 2024. What are your plans for 2024? Any top Tryanuary picks we should know about? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 176 - Conversations with a Beer Widow | 15 Jan 2024 | 01:01:29 | |
At the end of last year, Jo got stuck in Germany. Tori took the opportunity to record an episode with her husband Rik. You will have heard us talk about our long-suffering partners, if you’ve been listening to us for a while. Both of our husbands are very supportive of what we do – luckily for us! Rik answers Tori’s questions about being a beer widow – what’s it like going to different beer places with her, what are his experiences within the beer community and how does he feel about holidays being a bit beer focused! Oh, and there is a bunch of Japan chat too. Do you want to hear from Rik again, or maybe Jo’s husband Gordon? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 175 - Lager Series: Radler vs Shandy | 08 Jan 2024 | 01:05:17 | |
We are back with our lager series and this time we are looking at a refreshing mix of Radlers and Shandies. Where did these beverages come from? Why did we start cutting beer with fruit juice anyway? And what is the difference between a Radler and a shandy? We drink 4 different versions to ease you in and we want to know – what’s the best beer to make a shandy with? Let us know! Beers we drink in this episode: Einsiedler Radler Radler Shandy by Newbarns Get Your Strava on by Duration Schofferhofer Grapefruit Read the article Jo found from Mark Dredge here: Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awomansbrew/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AWomansBrew Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @lovebeerlearning Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 174 - End of Year Review 2023 | 01 Jan 2024 | 01:53:25 | |
We have come to the end of 2023 and it’s time for our Q4 review. Did we accomplish all of our beer goals? How did we do with our Drink Harder challenge? We also share our goals for 2024 and of course, those Untappd Stats! We are planning a beer challenge for next year – what challenges would you like to see included? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 173 - Christmas Time 2023 with ELusive's Mince Pie Barleywine | 25 Dec 2023 | 01:26:42 | |
It’s that festive time of year again and this year we bring you a selection box of mince pie barleywines from our friends at Elusive Brewing. While we sip on those, we chat about Advent calendars, Christmas traditions and the history of mince pies. Tori even shares some silly Christmas cracker jokes! What are you drinking for Christmas this year? And what’s your favourite Christmas cracker joke? Let us know! Happy Holidays all! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 172 - Build Your Dream Taproom! | 18 Dec 2023 | 01:58:34 | |
If you had your own taproom, what would it be like? What are your perfect taproom and pub aesthetics? What events and fun things would you have happening? Join us as we play build your dream taproom! We preface this with the note that we understand that there are real life space and financial implications, but we are going full fantasy mode here! There are no restrictions to what our imaginations could concoct. What does your dream craft beer drinking establishment look like? And where are your favourite drinking establishments? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 171 - Lager Series: Rice Lager | 11 Dec 2023 | 01:19:43 | |
We are back with our lager series and this time we bring you Japanese Rice Lager! With Tori jetting off to Japan we thought we would bring you some actual Japanese versions…. Listen to find out how that worked out! This style is pretty new in the grand scheme of lagers, so we bring you a little history and a little bit about using rice in beer and brewing. Beers we tried: Asahi Super Dry Akita Inu Beer Summer Beer by Newbarns Pink Lemonade Rice Lager by Donzoko Have you had any good rice lagers lately? Let us know! Here is the article Jo found about rice lagers in Brew Your Own magazine: https://byo.com/article/rice-lager/ Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 170 - Interesting & Unique Ingredients | 27 Nov 2023 | 01:07:52 | |
There’s been talk recently about ingredients in beer and if here, in the UK we should restrict what can go in a beverage called beer. Here at A Woman’s Brew we say why stifle creativity?! So, we bring you some beers that use interesting or even unique ingredients. Some of these beers we’ve been sitting on for a little bit, so they may be difficult to get hold of if you want to try them – soz! But hopefully we inspire you to go try some beers made from interesting things. We tried: Elixir by Yonder, a birch water, cold-steeped, barrel aged, sour porter with chaga. Read more here: https://brewyonder.co.uk/blogs/news/natures-elixir Purple is the new black by Kees, a Ube pastry stout DDF M*rs Bar from Vault City x Neon Raptor, a deep fried mars bar stout What’s the weirdest ingredient you’ve ever had in a beer? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 169 - She Drinks Beer 2nd Birthday Beer! | 20 Nov 2023 | 01:02:47 | |
We are delighted to have Kelly from Good Chemistry back on the podcast this week, chatting about their new beer All Welcome. The beer was brewed to celebrate the 2nd birthday of She Drinks Beer – a regular night at the pub for women who enjoy beer. To mark the occasion, Kelly and the team at Good Chemistry welcomed women from the Bristol hospitality scene to the brewery to brew a delicious pale ale. We chat to Kelly about the brew day and why She Drinks Beer is such an important event. Through these events held at Good Chem’s pubs The Good Measure and The Kings Head, not only do people get to socialise in a welcoming environment, they also get to learn about the beverage they love. And we at A Woman’s Brew love that! Find out more about the brew day on Good Chemistry’s blog here: https://goodchemistrybrewing.co.uk/2023/10/14/all-welcome-rebrew/ Check out the She Drinks Beer page to find out when the next event is here: https://goodchemistrybrewing.co.uk/she-drinks-beer/ And grab the beer while you can here: https://shop.goodchemistrybrewing.co.uk/products/all-welcome-cans-12x440ml It’s also available at our faves Hop Hideout and The Green Goddess! Go get some! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 168 - Session Stouts | 13 Nov 2023 | 01:03:38 | |
Stouts – for some they are a seasonal indulgence and others they are an all year round affair. But often you will hear in the craft beer community cries of ‘it’s too thin!’ or ‘this would be better if it was barrel aged!’ We are here to challenge this misinformation – session stouts are a thing and they can be just as flavourful as your 15% syrup thick beers! There is always a time and place for imperial stouts, but what about your oatmeal, dry irish, milk and export stouts? We try 4 different stouts all under 5.5% and see if we can get the same luxurious experience we would get with an imperial (spoiler – we do!) Beers we tried: Scoria by Neon Raptor Mini Milk by Arbor Dusk by Cloudwater Cold Pressed Summer Stout by Unbarred How do you feel about session stouts? Let us know in the comments. Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 167 - Beer Tarot with Courtney Iseman | 06 Nov 2023 | 00:43:55 | |
Beer is often linked to music, pop culture and other interests that craft beer drinkers enjoy – but have you ever considered pairing beer with tarot? Courtney Iseman has been pulling tarot cards and pairing them with beer experiences for a while in her newsletter Hugging The Bar, which Jo loves to read. She’s now put her experience into a new beer zine - Beer Tarot: Pulling Cards, Pouring Beer, & Discovering Self. With Courtney, Jo discusses how you can start using tarot and how you can apply it to your craft beer hobby. She also gives advice on how to work on your own zine. Grab your copy of Beer Tarot to learn more here: https://www.beantobarstool.com/shop/p/beer-tarot-zine-by-courtney-iseman Check out more of Courtney’s work here: https://www.instagram.com/highwaytohops/ And subscribe to Hugging the Bar for more beer & tarot pairings here: https://huggingthebar.substack.com/ If you are interested in learning about tarot, Biddy Tarot is a great resource: https://www.biddytarot.com/tarot-card-meanings/ Check out the Beer Tarot set here on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kseay/the-beer-tarot/description And check out Bean to Barstool here: https://www.instagram.com/beantobarstool/ Are you going to give tarot and beer pairing a go? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 166 - Lager Series: Festbier | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:52:39 | |
We couldn’t just tell you about Marzen, we have to do Festbier as well! The current favoured beer of Oktoberfest, we talk you through how this relatively young beer style came about and what to expect in your mass! Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq What crispy bois should we investigated next? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 165 - Lager Series: Marzen | 23 Oct 2023 | 01:15:17 | |
We are a bit late for Oktoberfest this year, but we’d drink a Marzen all year round! Continuing our lager series, we’re moving to Munich and the beer festival of all beer festivals. Marzen was one of the original beers drunk at Oktoberfest, so lets look at its origins and what you should expect from the style. Beers we tried: Klosterbrauerei Weissenohe - Eucharius Marzen Kulmbacher Brauerei - Mönchshof Märzen Klosterbrauerei Weltenburg - Weltenburger Anno 1050 Duration - Harvest Bier Jo is passionate about Marzens and how they should be true to style – listen in full to see which we recommend. Check out the rest of our lager series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmO-fOFdLEdqjHZZ2nkKqXCB6zg_UW2Jq Have you found any good Marzens this season? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 164 - Social Media and Beer | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:44:39 | |
During our visit to Unbarred to brew Like & Subscribe (available now!), we sat down with Emma Inch and Dan Philips to talk Social Media. You might love it, you might hate it, you might have a relationship status that’s ‘it’s complicated’ with social media, we all have our viewpoints. And the internet is the place to air those! We discuss our own relationships with social media, the platforms we love and share some positive and negative experiences. We can’t deny that Tori and I wouldn’t have met without Facebook and there are some positive communities and tribes that have been built through social media. What are your thoughts? Let us know! And go Like & Subscribe all of the people! Emma Inch – Same Again Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/same-again/id1696297943 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fermentationradio/ X: https://twitter.com/fermentradio Dan Philips – 1 Minute Beer Reviews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1minutebeerreview/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1minutebeerreview Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 163 - Like & Subscribe! | 09 Oct 2023 | 00:52:57 | |
Have you liked & subscribed?! We were given the unique opportunity by our friends at Unbarred to collaborate on a beer. Now, that doesn’t sound too unique, as you know we’ve done that before. However, this time we were collaborating with other content creators as well as a brewery! Pulling together all the people who love craft beer so we can support and champion one another, the new beer Like & Subscribe is being released on 10th October at all good bottleshops, bars, taprooms and pubs as well as on Unbarred’s webshop. We got to brew the beer, along with the wonderful Emma Inch of Fermentation Radio and Same Again and our new mate Dan Philips of 1 Minute Beer Reviews. This episode starts on brew day where we chat to Jordan and Brett from Unbarred and Iain from BarthHaas X, who brought along the hop products for the brew. We then move on to the beer being and we chat to all those involved. Why is the beer community important to us and how do we, as content creators, use our passion to support the industry we love? Go grab a few cans of Like & Subscribe at Unbarred’s webshop here: https://www.unbarredbrewery.com/collections/frontpage And go Like & Subscribe all of the people! Emma Inch – Same Again Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/same-again/id1696297943 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fermentationradio/ Dan Philips – 1 Minute Beer Reviews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1minutebeerreview/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@1minutebeerreview Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 162 - It's Our 3rd Birthday! | 02 Oct 2023 | 01:41:57 | |
It’s our birthday!! Can you believe we’ve been doing this little thing for 3 years now?! Thank you to each and every one of you that has listened and watched so far. We revisit ice cream beer with three beers inspire by our fave dessert. We also look back at what we’ve achieved over the last three years and share what we are most proud of. Beers we tried for our birthday: Lucaria by Thornbridge Cherry Garsour by Unbarred x Amundsen Baby Scoop by Three Brothers. What do you want to hear about from us in the future? Let us know so we can create the episodes you want to keep listening to! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 161 - Q3 Review | 25 Sep 2023 | 01:33:42 | |
How are we ¾ of the way through the year already?! It’s time for our Q3 roundup, where we let you know how our beer goals are going! We’ve been to a few places this quarter and share our Bristol and Brighton beer recs with you. There’s some pumpkin spice latte chat (tis the season, jump 5 mins in if you want to skip it!) and we consider writing our own beer challenge for next year. Let us know what tasks you want to see on our beer challenge in the comments! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 160 - A Conversation With... Mysterious Brewing | 18 Sep 2023 | 01:34:31 | |
We’re solving the mystery that is Mysterious Brewing, this week! We chatted to Ken, co-founder of the brewery about his homebrewing background and how the brewery began only 5 months ago. We were very lucky to try 3 beers from Mysterious – Citrus Triangle, Citra single hop pale, Black Light, a black IPA and Sitka, a spruce ESB. Ken gives us his best advice for budding homebrewers and those that want to move into the commercial field. We also talk about cuckoo brewing and the Berkshire brewery scene. Have you found Mysterious Brewing’s beer yet? You can grab it here: https://mysteriousbrewing.com/shop/ And find out more about Burgtoberfest here: https://mysteriousbrewing.com/burghtoberfest/ Give Mysterious a follow on socials here: https://www.instagram.com/mysteriousbrewing/ https://www.facebook.com/mysteriousbrewing Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com | |||
| 159 - Unpopular Opinions | 11 Sep 2023 | 01:54:00 | |
Everyone has an opinion on beer, some of them more popular than others. We gathered some of your unpopular opinions about craft beer and share our own thoughts on the subjects. Do you agree with our thoughts or do you have any unpopular opinions of your own you’d like to share? Let us know! Get in Touch: Email: awomansbrewpodcast@gmail.com Website: http://www.lovebeerlearning.co.uk Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lovebeerlearning Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovebeerlearning Tori: @adventures_in_hoptimism Joanne: @awomansbrew. Support us: https://ko-fi.com/awomansbrew Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LoveBeerLearning Subscribe: · iTunes · Spotify · Acast · Stitcher · TuneIn Watch: Music: Higher Up by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Additional sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com | |||