Beer Sessions Radio (TM)

From Italy to Chico, CA, we’re talking great craft beer on Beer Sessions Radio! Jimmy Carbone welcomes back Dave Brodrick, and calls filmmaker John R. Richards of Beer Hunter the Movie to talk about what made beer writer Michael Jackson so special. Find out where you can see the film in New York City! Jan Apanich and Jerry Clum of Sierra Nevada are in the studio talking about their brand’s role in the craft beer movement, and how their East Coast expansion will affect their carbon footprint. Hear from food writer, historian, and sommelier Katie Parla about the unique craft beers being produced in Italy. Jon Lundbom of B. United talks about the cost of importing Italian brews, and how Italian beer history allows for creativity. You don’t want to miss this episode; tune into Beer Sessions Radio! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Thanks to Dead Stars for today’s music. “He was more about people, history, geography, and music than about beer. But he had an amazing palate, and no one could describe the flavors in beer better than Michael Jackson… He was a journalist; he really captured the stories of people.” [9:10] — John R. Richards on Beer Sessions Radio “People are realizing that the number of flavor profiles of beer pair with food so well.” [12:00] — Jerry Clum on Beer Sessions Radio “These Piedmont-based brewers are doing a lot of beers with fruit, and to great effect.” [22:25] — Katie Parla on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re celebrating beer writer Michael Jackson and the American beer scene on this week’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio. Jimmy Carbone is joined in the studio by guest co-host Jen Schwertman, and honored specialty beer rep Mike Lovullo. Tune in to hear how Michael Jackson defined beer styles, and how contemporary American craft brewers have built upon those definitions. The cast tries some hoppy sessionable beers via White Birch. Hear from Lanny Hoff of Artisanal imports; what beers does Lanny bring into the country? Hear what beer cities Lanny visits regularly, and why Cleveland is pioneering American beer culture. Later, hear the cast talk about some of their favorite German beers! Tune into this episode to hear about the beer festivals you should attend this summer! This program has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. Thanks to The California Honeydrops for today’s music. “For us to be successful selling high-end beer, we must remember that we can’t leave out any beer drinkers.” [20:15] — Lanny Hoff on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week’s jam-packed episode of Beer Sessions Radio joins us with Josh Bernstein and Jen Schwertman, and together along with Jimmy Carbone they talk about the latest in the craft beer scene. Josh talks about his latest app, Craft Beer New York, designed to introduce the community to the latest craft beer bars, breweries, and shops in New York City. Chris Wilson of Weyberbacher Brewing Co. also calls in to talk about his latest brews such as the Belgian Style Double IPA, and the history behind getting into the beer brewing industry from a science background. Excited about the upcoming Philly Beer Week, Chris talks about various brews that he hopes to unveil soon. Lastly, Adam Dyle of Eater SF talks about Savor NYC, an upcoming craft beer and food experience coming June 14-15th to the Altman Building and MET Pavilion in Manhattan, NY featuring great craft beer and food pairings. Tune in to get your weekly dose of the craft beer community! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Thanks to Dead Stars for today’s break music. “We took inspiration from a shoefly pie, to mimic that we took molasses, and we put in a good bit of oats to create that crusty flavor” [19:02] —Chris Wilson on Beer Sessions Radio “Listen to everyone’s story of how they got there and they’re all different, but the common thread is that they are in love with the process, and they realize that this [beer brewing] is what’s motivating me.” [24:05] —Jen Schwertman 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 Mead Week in New York City, and Jimmy Carbone is celebrating the occasion on this week’s Beer Sessions Radio! Jimmy is joined in the studio by Michael Fairbrother and Berniece Van Der Berg of Moonlight Meadery. Tune in to hear Michael and Bernice talk about their love affair with mead, and how Michael changed his life to focus on Moonlight Meadery’s fruition. Raphael Lyon joins Jimmy to talk about Enlightenment Wines, and what constitutes a mead in the eyes of the government. Chris Cuzme of HRN’s Fuhmentaboudit! and 508 Gastrobrewery stops by to promote the newly-dubbed NYC Mead Week! Learn some mead-making history, and how mead in the past used to have psychotropic qualities. How has the modern food landscape prepared the way for mead? Learn more about bee populations, and how their decline affects local economies. Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com, and thanks to Four Lincolns for today’s music. “If you look at the history of New York State and what it produces, a lot of it is apples and honey.” [3:50] “It’s not about if it’s good necessarily, but whether or not it’s interesting.” [38:10] — Raphael Lyon on Beer Sessions Radio “We’ve taken an ancient beverage and refined it.” [11:00] — Berniece Van Der Berg on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Carbone is representing the Hudson Valley on this week’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio. Jimmy invites Chris Basso and Paul Halayko of Newburgh Brewing Co. into the studio to share some of their new brews. Tune in to hear Chris talk about his past work at Brooklyn Brewery under Garrett Oliver, and why he believes that the farm-to-table movement should encompass both food and beverages. Kevin Garry of the Epicurean Restaurant Group is in the house talking about his time at Gramercy Tavern, and how he assembled the vintage beer list at that NYC institution. How has beer evolved in restaurants since Kevin began in the industry? Ed Berestecki of Mugs Alehouse joins Jimmy again to talk about the draft system at Mugs, and the importance of storing kegs at proper temperatures. Hear about some of Newburgh’s wild beers, and why they try to keep their brews sessionable. This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Thanks to Pamela Royal for her tracks, “Quit’n Time” & “Favorite Flower”. “I think it would be ingenuous to spout, ‘Drink local!’ and then have a Sysco truck pull up to the taproom.” [25:50] — Chris Basso on Beer Sessions Radio “Eight to ten years ago, people weren’t eager for vintage beers, so it was a lot easier to get them.” [39:00] — Kevin Garry on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Carbone has an international crew in the studio for this week’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio! Jon Lundbom brings some of his favorite brewers on to the show to talk about importing with B. United. Paolo Fontana of Birra Baladin is in the studio sharing some of his Italian beers, and talking about his love for New York City. Michael Brogaard is talking about mead in Denmark, and why Dansk Mjod differs from so many other mead companies in the field of brewing technology. Later, Greg Engert and Megan Parisi call in to talk about importing laws in Washington D.C. and their upcoming brewery, Bluejacket. Listen in to hear the crew taste some beers from Simon Webster and Rob Lovatt’s Thornbridge Brewery in the United Kingdom. Michael Brooks and Bryan Lindner from Bed-Vyne Brews come into the studio to talk about starting a beer retail outlet in the Bed Stuy neighborhood in Brooklyn! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Thanks to The Hollows for today’s music. “The bar for bringing a beer into the market into the States is getting very high.” [6:50] — Jon Lundbom on Beer Sessions Radio “You have a lot of technology for making beer, and you can use it to make good beer. But for mead, there is nothing. We are developing that technology for ourselves.” [8:45] — Michael Brogaard on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cask ales and beer and cheese pairings are today’s topics on Beer Session Radio! Jimmy Carbone is joined in the studio by cask expert Alex Hall of Wandering Star and Anne Likes Beer. Kevin Heald of Malt & Mold brings by some bold beers and cheeses for the cast to taste. Tune into this episode to hear Alex explain the best way to serve and preserve cask ales. Steve Wildy, beverage director for Vetri Family Restaurants, calls in to talk about Philly Beer Week and his Italian beer bar, Alla Spina. What beer and cheese pairing was revolutionary for Steve’s palate? Later, Anne talks about the importance of connecting the flavors of a beer to its hometown and history. Learn about Alex’s upcoming Glastonwick cask ale festival! Find out what breweries Alex will be featuring, and how cask IPAs fared in last year’s installment. Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com, and thanks to Pamela Royal for today’s music. “You have to drink cask ale at cellar temperature for the best effect. So fill up your growler, and drink it the same night.” [7:00] — Alex Hall on Beer Sessions Radio “The ‘intense’ on ‘intense’ food pairing has a lot of risks. But iff it works out, it can be great.” [26:15] — Steve Wildy on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Carbone is keeping it local on this week’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio. June Russell of GrowNYC is in the studio talking about Greenmarket’s ‘Regional Grains’ program, and how she promotes the products from local farmers for brewing. Jennifer Grossman of the Natural Resources Defense Council is talking about New York State’s water supply, and how protecting and securing clean water ensures quality beer in the future. Kelly Taylor, brewer at Kelso, joins the crew to talk about brewing with local malt! What kinds of grains does Kelly use from locals like Valley Malt? How do regional malting facilities create jobs and promote sustainability? What types of grains are suitable for the Northeast climate? Later, Kate Stamps from Ommegang calls in to talk about the Hop Chef competition, which involves celebrity chefs cooking with Ommegang beers. Also, hear from Michael Kinstlick of Coppersea Distilling about his upcoming line of spirits that uses local grain! Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com, and thanks to Pamela Royal for today’s music. “The number one ingredient in beer is water. New York State is blessed with the largest source of unfiltered, natural water in the world.” [9:20] — Jennifer Grossman on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re celebrating Texas on this week’s Beer Sessions Radio with Shiner Beer and hot sauce! Jimmy Carbone invites Eric Webber from Shiner Beer into the studio to talk about Shiner’s expansion to the New York City market. Learn about Shiner’s storied history in Texas, and how Austin embraced the beer and promoted its small-town ethic. Learn about some of Shiner’s flagship beers, as well as some of their newer craft offerings. Lina Kulchinsky from Sigmund’s Pretzels joins Jimmy and Eric to share her new sourdough recipe! Jimmy breaks out the hot sauce for the second segment; learn about the upcoming New York City Hot Sauce Expo, and what sauces will be featured at the event. Marc Stroobrandt of The Belgian Beer Café calls in to offer some beer and food pairing suggestions. What is the job of a beer sommelier? Later, Jared Stutts calls in to talk about the funding for his documentary about the history of San Francisco beer, Brewers by the Bay. You don’t want to miss out on this week’s installment of Beer Sessions Radio! Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com, and thanks to Pamela Royal for today’s music! “You can hear a little bit of German spoken in each of our beers.” [10:45] — Eric Webber on Beer Sessions Radio “The proper glassware has an affect on the aroma and taste of the beer.” [24:00] — Marc Stroobrandt on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The topic of the day: English cider and perry! This week on Beer Sessions Radio, Jimmy Carbone is joined in the studio by Tom Oliver of Oliver’s Perry & Cider House. Learn about Tom’s family history in the cider, perry, and winemaking business, as well as some common misconceptions about cider and perry in the United States. BR Royla and Joel Shelton of Shelton Brothers Importing are in the studio to explain why they import Tom’s product, and how they hope that cider gains a wider audience in this country. Tony Forder of Ale Street News plays the flute and talks about his upcoming European beer tour, while Clint Carter of Men’s Health Magazine talks about the nutritional benefits of a good brew. Listen in to learn more about some awesome, rare Belgian beers, as well as signature characteristics of wild yeast! Thanks to our sponsor, GreatBrewers.com, and thanks to Pamela Royal for today’s musical selections. “At this time, I see cider with the brightest future it’s ever had because it’s not just the die-hard cider drinkers who are enthusiastic, but the younger drinkers are showing interest.” [3:30] “Wild yeast are so interesting, and I admire every beer-maker who dabbles in that world.” [27:30] — Tom Oliver on Beer Sessions Radio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.