Episode 26: Community Service

Episode 26: Community Service

Author: Brandon E. Gaylor May 26, 2020 Duration: 28:14

We discuss our first tastes of some regional Texas beers and highlight some notable news stories in the craft beer world.

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There's a certain magic in the sound of a cap being popped or a can being cracked, a prelude to discovery. Let's Sip!-A Craft Beer Podcast is built around that moment, hosted by Brandon E. Gaylor. This isn't just a checklist of tasting notes, though you'll certainly hear those. It's a deeper look at the culture and community that bubbles up around the craft. Each episode feels like pulling up a stool next to a friend who's equally passionate about what's in the glass. You'll hear conversations about the stories behind local breweries, the artistry of different brewing techniques, and how a simple beverage can become a centerpiece for connection. The podcast explores why we gather, what we talk about over a pint, and how small-batch beer reflects larger societal shifts. So, whether you're a seasoned hophead or just curious about what makes a hazy IPA special, grab your favorite brew. This is an invitation to slow down, savor the flavor, and think a little more about what you're drinking. Tune in for genuine, meandering chats that are as much about the people and places as they are about the beer itself.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 48

Let's Sip! - A Craft Beer Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Episode 6: A Craft Beer Primer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:52
In this episode, the podcast caters to newbies with the Let's Sip Craft Beer Primer. Then, it's time for a first sip of Melvin Brewing, new to the Chicago market.
Episode 5: Beer Festivals and Tropical Ghosts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:46
It's beer festival season, so let's discuss the GABF medals(for Illinois and Chicago) and Beerhoptacular. We then feature a big, hazy IPA from Forbidden Root.
Episode 3: Hazy Tastes and Unsolicited Opinions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:09
In this episode, we discuss beer coding, and using beer reviews to make purchasing decisions. We also talk new hazy releases from a couple of West Coast breweries.
Episode 1: Paper Umbrella and Canning Concerns [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:57
On Episode One of Let's Sip, we review Goose Island's new Tropical IPA Paper Umbrella. We also discuss Boston Beer Co.'s canning headaches and showcase some recent solid beer releases.