Better on Draft 358 | Ken's Farewell

Better on Draft 358 | Ken's Farewell

Author: Better On Draft Podcast December 29, 2024 Duration: 59:09
For Ken's last podcast as a regular host he invited Eric Briggeman of Rochester Mills Brewing, the first guest on Better on Draft ever. Join us for a bit of nostalgia and catch up on Rochester Mills and Eric's (and Amanda's) current activities. In 2025 Better on Draft will start recording on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 8:30 Eastern. You can watch us live to share your questions, opinions, and drinks on Facebook, Twitch, and Youtube. Sponsors: Visit Detroit – The Detroit Bre...

There's a person behind every pint, and Better on Draft | Craft Beer Podcast is where you get to know them. Hosted by Dan Cook, Wendy Taylor, Rob Wilson, and Ken Konarzewski Jr., this isn't just a tasting show-it's a deep and often lively conversation about the entire world of craft brewing. You'll hear directly from the brewers themselves, the passionate individuals who turn ideas into the beer in your glass, sharing their unique journeys, challenges, and inspirations. The discussion naturally flows from these personal stories into the wider industry, with the hosts providing regular updates on relevant news and upcoming events that matter to enthusiasts and professionals alike. What sets this podcast apart is its live, communal feel; it's recorded every other Friday evening, creating a real-time forum where questions can be asked and the excitement is palpable. Whether you're deeply invested in the business of beer, curious about the artistry of new styles, or simply love the culture surrounding a great local brew, these conversations offer a rich, behind-the-scenes perspective. It’s an authentic look at the craft, one story and one sip at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Better on Draft 393 | Beer News [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:08
Wendy and Rob get caught up on some recent and less-recent beer news from around the Internet! The Most Popular Beer In America (by search results): https://www.foodandwine.com/most-popular-beer-in-america-according-to-g…
Better on Draft 392 | Rocky Ridge Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:28
Wendy and Rob talk to Hamish and JP of Rocky Ridge Brewing in Australia. Founded outside Perth (where the $@#^ is Jindong?) Rocky Ridge is making some great beer with lofty sustainability goals. From farm to your glass (…
Better on Draft | Cabin North | MI Beer Series #058 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:24
Wendy and Rob are joined by Alex of Cabin North Brewing, a new brewery in the heart of Detroit's New Center - Northwest Goldberg. Alex has brought his love of hazy beers and mixed in Detroit's love of more traditional be…
Better on Draft 391 | Jeremy Banas and Lone Star Beer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:35
Wendy and Rob talk to Jeremy Banas about Lone Star Beer since he wrote the book on it! Did you know this is the second business named Lone Star Brewing? You can find out all about it in Lone Star Beer: A History of Two I…
Better on Draft 390 | ...And We're Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:35
Wendy and Rob return from their adventures! They recount the beer and non-beer parts of their travels and other things. The wonderful brewery in Aukland whose name Rob couldn't remember just then is Galbraith Alehouse -…
Better on Draft Taster | Beer Categories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:40
Information for this taster episode came from the 2013 Splendid Table article by Greg Engert: https://www.splendidtable.org/story/2013/03/21/the-7-flavor-categories-of-beer-what-they-are-how-to-pair-them Rob talks about…
Better on Draft 389 | Chris from Renegade Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:36
While in Denver recently Rob visited Renegade Brewing and pretty much forgot to leave. Wendy and Rob talk to Chris of Renegade about the awesome things going on there. The great beer, community, and fun times that can be…
Better on Draft Not 389 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:52
In this not-episode Rob explains why this is not an episode! Upcoming events: - May 22 - Chris Lane from Renegade in Denver - May 29 - Rob is at Books & Brews Brownsburg at a Schlafly Tap Takeover - June will be prerecor…
Better on Draft 388 | Beer Judging With Beer Judges [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:43
Wendy and Rob talk to Greig of Brewaucracy with Bill and Michelle of the Detroit area about beer judging. We get some of our burning questions answered about how to get started and see a bit behind the curtain of what a…