Craft Beer Industry Update

Craft Beer Industry Update

Author: Better On Draft Podcast June 29, 2019 Duration: 1:46:29

Rob, Ken, and Matt talk about the three tier system, and rise and fall of some breweries in the state, how the local brewpub is turning into the local watering hole removing the local dive bar, and Matt has his plan to fix the three tier system! Packed and loaded with banter and discussion on the state of the industry and ideas to improve it and more, right here in Episode 184 Learn more by listening to the show! Subscribe to our podcast at http://playpodca.st/betterondraft Don’t forget to listen to us live every Friday at 7pm EST on Facebook Live. We are also on your Spotify too! https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2 www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook.com/betterondraft www.untappd.com/bodpodcast www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft www.instagram.com/betterondraft SPOTIFY- https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm


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: 584

Better on Draft | Craft Beer Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Better on Draft 379 | Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:55
Wendy and Rob talk to Jeremy, founder and operator of Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative. We talk about what it means to run a business as a cooperative, Broken Clock's philosophy about where they fit in their world, and w…
Better on Draft | Tasting Flight: 2025 GABF [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:27
Wendy and Rob talk about the Great American Beer Festival's medal winners from Michigan, Indiana, and a few other places. We'd love to hear about your GABF experiences as an attendee, brewer, vendor, volunteer, judge, or…
Better on Draft 378 | Elm Street Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:12
Wendy and Rob are joined by Seth from Elm Street Brewing. Hear how Seth got into brewing at Elm Street and became the head brewer there, designing and brewing his own recipes on a commercial scale. Elm Street Brewing's m…
Better on Draft 377 | Burn Em Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:10
Wendy and Rob talk to Steve Murray, one of the founders of Burn Em Brewing in Michigan City, IN. Burn Em is in a newer space with an interesting kitchen and lots of good beer on tap. You can find out more at their websit…
Better on Draft 376 | Phantom Canyon [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:46
Wendy and Rob talk to Brian Koch from Phantom Canyon Brewing in Colorado Springs, CO. Colorado's oldest brewpub sits right in the heart of the Springs' downtown and is worth a visit for provisioning your next hike or cel…
Better on Draft 375 | Berkeley Alley Beer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:18
Wendy and Rob talk to Liz and Chelsea of Berkeley Alley Beer and BodyByBeer podcast. Berkeley Alley Beer can be found at https://thealleybrews.com/ and in Denver, CO. It is a proudly welcoming space so you should go chec…
Better on Draft 374 | Unmapped Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:29
Wendy and Rob talk to Derek from Unmapped Brewing outside Minneapolis, MN. You can learn more about Unmappd and plan a visit (maybe for one of their charity events, maybe for their to-be-determined winter parking lot eve…
Michigan Beer Series #056 | Hold MI Beer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:54
Wendy and Rob talk to Steve aka Hold MI Beer about his last year of being a beer writer, bartender, and traveler.Steve writes for Better on Draft: https://www.betterondraft.com/ and you can follow him and find additional…
Better on Draft 372 | Eric Bean of Columbus Brewing Company [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:00
Wendy and Rob talk to Eric Bean from Columbus Brewing Company. If you find yourself in Ohio, especially in Columbus, check out some of their beers. Eric talks about how he got started in craft beer in the early 90s all t…