Episode 167 – Drink Your Shoes!

Episode 167 – Drink Your Shoes!

Author: Denny Conn, Drew Beechum December 12, 2022 Duration: 1:01:48

As we approach year’s end, Denny and Drew catch up on what’s happened over the last couple of week’s and Drew goes to Hobblin’ in his Shoes thanks to Denny’s special delivery!
Episode Links:

  • Homebrewers Association: https://www.homebrewersassociation.org/experimental
  • Guinness Opening in Chicago: https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/guinness-is-opening-a-chicago-location/
  • The Rare Barrel Sells to Cellarmaker: https://www.instagram.com/p/ClFNsHIPauO/
  • Keurig/Dr Pepper invests in Athletic Brewing: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/keurig-dr-pepper-invests-in-non-alcoholic-beer-leader-athletic-brewing-company-301672964.html
  • Hobblin’ Shoes recipe: https://community.grainfather.com/recipes/879557
  • Steam Deck: https://steamdeck.com/
  • The Pongo Fund: https://www.thepongofund.org/
  • Patreon Remember even a buck is good for charity: http://www.patreon.com/experimentalbrewing

Episode Contents:
00:00:00 Opening & Our Sponsors
00:01:51 Announcements & Feedback
00:7:59 The Pub
00:27:08 The Brewery
00:52:23 Quick Tip & Something Other
This episode is brought to you by:


​American Homebrewers Association

Brewing America
​Brewing America

​Jaded Brewing

​Mecca Grade Estate Malt

Wyeast Labs

​YCH Hops

Interested in helping Denny and Drew with the IGOR program (aka help us run experiments!) – contact them at igor@experimentalbrew.com. We want more Citizen Science!

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Ever wondered what happens when you treat your kitchen like a lab and your curiosity as the most important ingredient? That's the spirit you'll find in Experimental Brewing, a conversation with longtime brewers and authors Denny Conn and Drew Beechum. This isn't just about following recipes; it's about questioning them. Each episode feels like pulling up a stool next to two friends who are deeply passionate about both the granular details and the big, joyful ideas behind making beer. You'll hear them dissect the chemistry of a perfect mash just as eagerly as they brainstorm how to actually brew that wild concept you've been sketching on a napkin. The podcast lives in that fascinating space where methodical science meets creative art, all aimed at understanding what makes a beer truly great. Whether you're looking to refine a classic style or figure out if your latest "what if" experiment has any merit, Denny and Drew offer a blend of practical advice, hard-won experience, and infectious enthusiasm. They champion the homebrewer's journey from concept to glass, making the process accessible and endlessly interesting. Tune in for a thoughtful, often humorous, and always genuine exploration of flavor, technique, and the simple pleasure of a well-crafted beer.
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