Vacation Beers Don't Count

Vacation Beers Don't Count

Author: Craft Beer Republic October 16, 2024 Duration: 50:45

Flex and Greg are back; no hurricane can stop us! Flex is just off the plane from his hurri-cation. We're basking in the final glow of Oktoberfest, waiting in long lines for cookies, and drinking all around the world! There's also too much money being spent on crappy booze, a prime example of how accurate the Flex Algorithm is, a weird offering from Sam Adams, and getting hammered to watch hockey.

Beers We're Drinking:

  • Flex is drinking On the Loose, an IPA from Tripping Animals in Miami, FL.
  • Greg is chugging Alesmith’s Oktoberfest Märzen as Oktoberfest season comes to a close.

Flex tells us all about his Disney trip to the infamous Dick Hotel! He also got to drink around the world at EPCOT, pound some foreign beers, eat the best fish and chips, and get hurricaned out. Greg recaps a brewery baby shower (because beer makes everything better) and shares his experience seeing Something Corporate live. Unfortunately, the concert left him with more than just great memories—food poisoning hit hard, and it was rough! And Flex confirms that the Algorithm is accurate! 

Booze News:

  • Monica is out as the head brewer at Pedals & Pints, and Greg is left piecing together the story.
  • Beer distributors donate $75,000 to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund.
  • Sam Adams is selling a limited-edition seance kit, because apparently, summoning dead brewers is the new fall trend.
  • Hockey fans in Utah break the stadium beer sales record. Who knew Utahns could drink that much?!
  • And we've winners from the 2024 Great America Beer Festival!

Follow us:

Flex: Instagram: @flex_me_a_beer

Craft Beer Republic: CraftBeerRepublic.com



There's a certain magic that happens when a great beer meets a good story, and that's the space where you'll find Craft Beer Republic. More than just a tasting notes rundown, this weekly conversation feels like pulling up a stool in a friendly taproom. Each episode, released every Wednesday, dives into the vibrant world of craft brewing with a genuine curiosity for what makes a pour memorable. You'll get a thoughtful breakdown of the latest releases and essential industry news, but the heart of the podcast lies in the conversations. The hosts regularly sit down with the brewers, innovators, and passionate characters who are shaping the landscape, uncovering the personal journeys and creative science behind your favorite labels. It’s for anyone who appreciates the craft, whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just beginning to explore beyond the familiar. Tune in for a blend of analysis, humor, and community that celebrates not only the beverage in your glass but the culture and connection it fosters. This is a podcast built on the idea that every beer has a narrative waiting to be shared, making each listen a new discovery.
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