Beer Sessions Radio (TM)

This week on Beer Sessions Radio, host Jimmy Carbone welcomes Matt Monahan and Sam Richardson from Other Half NYC, as well as Niko Krommydas to the studio. Sam and Mike tell us about how they got into craft beer and what led them to start Other Half Brewing Company. After the break, Brady Lowe calls in and tells us about the Cochon 555 tour, which is coming to NYC next Sunday, January 26th. Later on, the group discusses the classifications of a Cascadian Dark Ale and a Black IPA. Are they in fact different beers, or rather different names for the same thing? Tune in to find out! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “We like lots of hops. Hops are good.” [11:45] “I would rather run out of IPA than have old IPA around.” [42:30] Sam Richardson on Beer Sessions Radio “If I can walk from Clinton Hill where I live to Carrol Gardons to get a beer to support somebody that’s paying rent and working hard in that neighborhood to make it better, I’m gonna choose that. [41:30] Niko Krommydas on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’ve got a full house tonight on Beer Sessions Radio. Host Jimmy Carbone brings in representatives from a number of breweries. Ben Keene, author of The Great Northeast Brewery Tour, draws us into his book as the gang reads a few passages. Tune in to find out which other beer aficionados have contributed some of their words to the book! Later on, Kelly Taylor describes the difficulties of moving a brewery to a new locations. Finally, Jimmy and his guests discuss the rise of using local ingredients. This program has been sponsored by Great Brewers. Music provided by Dead Stars. Image from Amazon “In the northeast there are probably 400 breweries or more.” [10:45] —Ben Keene on Beer Sessions Radio “In my opinion, most craft brewers are underfunded when they start.” [27:45] —Bob Fauteux on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beer Sessions Radio is back in action for 2014 with Ben Wiley of Glorietta Baldy, Kelly Taylor of Kelso, and Jimmy Ludwig of the Happy Hour Guys! Jimmy Carbone chats with Kelly about his brewing roots on the West Coast, and how he learned to make beer with a few kettles and a heater! Hear about Ben’s past as a Japanese interpreter; how has the Japanese craft beer scene evolved since Ben’s time living in the country? Jimmy Ludwig talks about small breweries in Michigan and calls up Andy Langloy and Dave Manson of his favorite new Michigan brewery, Black Rocks Brewing Co.! Hear about their quick progress in the Michigan market, and the secret hop in their 51K IPA! Tune in to hear more about homebrewing and local Brooklyn hops! Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com. Music by Dead Stars. “Nuance is incredibly important in beer. I think that’s the direction the industry is headed… You need to focus on the core. It’s needs to be flavorful and sessionable. ” [15:20] — Kelly Taylor on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Beer Sessions Radio, Jimmy invites a big crew of craft beer legends into the studio in anticipation of the Union Beer portfolio tasting! Dick Cantwell of Elysian Brewing Co. in Seattle stops by the studio to talk about beer writing, pumpkin ales, and experimental hop varieties. Find out why Dick believes that beer is all about balance, even when using odd or uncommon ingredients. Irene Firmat and Jamie Emmerson of Full Sail in Hood River, Oregon join the program to talk about their dedication to local ingredients and water efficiency. Hear about Full Sail’s twenty years in the craft beer game, and how the industry has evolved since their start. Dave Brodrick and Bobby Gagnon of legendary NYC craft beer bars The Blind Tiger and The Gate talk about the beers they served in the mid-90s, and what the shift towards American craft beer meant to their draft lines in those days. Ray Darmstadt of St. Gambrinus Beer Shoppe shares his experiences from opening his beer store in the heart of Brooklyn. Finally, hear from Union Beer’s Tim Stendahl! What beers are getting Tim excited for the Union Beer portfolio tasting? Find out on this week’s edition of Beer Sessions Radio! Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com. Music by Hardbodies. “Every decision is a branding decision… people think that one or two beers are going to sell themselves. These days, there’s a new brewery popping up everyday… there’s a limited attention span.” [14:25] — Dick Cantwell on Beer Sessions Radio “I think for many of us who started craft beer in the 1980s… it was about quality of life more than anything.” [24:00] — Irene Firmat on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Beer Sessions Radio, host Jimmy Carbone brings in a few brewers from across the Atlantic to defend British breweries. Representatives from Wandering Star Brewery, Samuel Smith Brewing, and Sixpoint gather to discuss the specific qualities of certain British beers as well as British beer culture. This program has been sponsored by Great Brewers. Music provided by Pamela Royal. “The UK is the only place where cask beer wasn’t extinct.” [13:00] —Alex Hall on Beer Sessions Radio “Beer is a long term relationship, it’s not a one night stand.” [26:30] —Chris Post on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Beer Sessions Radio, host Jimmy Carbone brings in guests Kelly Taylor, James Tai, & Michael J Malone to discuss the beer scene in various parts of New York City. Kelly then describes for us the process in which beer gets canned. Jimmy then brings up holiday beers, and the group discusses their opinions on Christmas beers. This program has been sponsored by Great Brewers. Music provided by Dead Stars. “It’s supposed to taste like a beer, it’s not supposed to taste like punch.” [30:00] — Kelly Taylor on Beer Sessions Radio The brewer has a certain level of intention that he or she has when putting out a product, and as a curator of a beer program, you really want to express that to its fullest and maintain some sense of integrity” [44:30] — James Tai on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Carbone is talking beer and food pairings with Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergso of Torst & Luksus, and Sarah Monroe, Beer Director at Eleven Madison Park! Tune into this episode to hear how the beer pairing program is run at Greenpoint’s Luksus. Find out how Sarah’s food studies at NYU inspires her work at Eleven Madison Park. Why does Sarah think that beer certification programs need to include more information about brewing science and service? Hear Jimmy, Jeppe, and Sarah talk about beer’s place in fine dining. Later, Luke and Walt Dickinson from Wicked Weed Brewing in Asheville, North Carolina join the program. Hear about the new brewery, and their ambitious brewing start. This program has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. Music by Dead Stars. “If you’re really into something, you can learn it. If you put a lot of time and energy into it, that will get you a long way.” [12:35] “The beer has to look like the meat that you’re eating. If the meat is dark, have a dark beer, and if it’s light, try a light beer.” [21:00] — Jeppe Jarnit-Bjergso on Beer Sessions Radio “Many people like to think, ‘What can the beer do for the food?’ But I like to say, ‘What can the food do for the beer?'” [22:45] — Sarah Monroe on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Beer Sessions Radio, host Jimmy Carbone brings in some beer experts from Germany to talk about a number of breweries in Germany, and subsequently the world. They explore the differences between traditional German beer and the ever-changing world of American craft beer. Then, Jenn Litz from Girls Pint out gives us some analytics regarding how much of beer sold in American supermarkets is considered craft. This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Music provided by Four Lincolns. “It says on all the bottles ‘Enjoyment for Body and Soul,’ which is what this is really all about.” [5:25] — Lars Dalhaus on Beer Sessions Radio “We brew the beer that we want to drink. We’re a small brewery, so we have the luxury of doing that.” [38:35] — Nikki Cavanugh on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It’s Bree O’Connor’s last episode as Beer Sessions Radio’s producer! This week, Jimmy Carbone, Ed Berestecki, and Bree reminisce and talk about their favorite episodes of Beer Sessions Radio. What guests were their favorites, and what beers really impressed them in the studio? Later, Steve Wood talks about his childhood in the apple orchard, and how he came to start Farnum Hill Ciders. Why does Steve prefer still to sparkling ciders? Find out what differentiates industrial cider production from the techniques and methods used by Farnum Hill Ciders. Find out how Steve uses tannic apples to produce elegant cider! Tune into this program to hear Steve diagnose the problems with Ed’s apple trees, and listen to Steve talk about pruning practices and his distaste for pesticides. This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Music has been provided by Dead Stars. “I love the product even more after I meet the person, because after I meet the person, I understand the product. You understand why that guy made that beer.” [3:50] — Bree O’Connor on Beer Sessions Radio “I didn’t know that cider was going to be our business; I was just fooling around!” [22:10] — Steve Wood on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Carbone is talking beer writing on this week’s edition of Beer Sessions Radio! This week, Jimmy’s sidekick is Jimmy Ludwig from The Happy Hour Guys; tune in to hear about some of The Happy Hour Guys’ recent travels, and some of Jimmy’s favorite food and beer pairings. Tony Forder of the Ale Street News stops by to talk about his recent European beer tour. John Holl drops by to talk about his new book, The American Craft Beer Cookbook, and the recipes he’s collected from some of the country’s best beer bars and restaurants. Why are so many people introduced to the craft beer movement through food? Later, Wendy Littlefield calls in to talk about the upcoming Coast to Coast Toast, and how the nationwide event hopes to promote craft beer and quality food. Tune in to hear Anne Likes Beer talk about the growth of craft beer, and why it needs to stay authentic. This program has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. Music has been provided by Pamela Royal. “Talking with people about how beer can mimic food can help draw them out of their shells.” [8:50] “It’s fun to find commonalities in beers that would go well with food!” [13:15] — John Holl on Beer Sessions RadioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.