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Jimmy Carbone is joined by some familiar faces this week on Beer Sessions Radio! Jen Schwertman of The Blind Tiger is back in the studio after her trip to Denver, Colorado for the Great American Beer Festival. Jen reports back from the festival, and tastes the Danny Williams memorial porter that was distributed at the event. Brian Ewing from 12 Percent Imports joins the crew to talk about bringing small, European brews to the New World. Mark Burford and Curt Potter from Blue Point Brewing Company are also in the house to share their Toxic Sludge Black IPA and their White IPA. Hear about the burgeoning IPA variations, and listen in to hear some of Mark’s signature wild adolescent stories. Tune into this episode to learn more about canned beer: mobile canning, the benefits of canning, and the future of canning for craft breweries. This episode has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. “There are so many young, talented brewers that have a global perspective. They’ve got access to all the great things that are going on in America, they’ve got access to all the stuff that’s going on Europe, and they’re pushing boundaries just like breweries in the United States are.” [9:05] — Brian Ewing on Beer Sessions Radio “Every beer that you try as a brewery, you learn something about what the brewers were trying to do. There’s something there that you can really put in your brain that becomes the whole matrix of your recipes and where your new beers come from.” [20:00] — Mark Burford 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.

On today’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio, Jimmy Carbone is celebrating New York’s Cider Week! Dave Brodrick of Blind Tiger and Worthy Burger joins Jimmy to share some of his cider-making experiences. Joy Doumis and Jeremy Hammond of Proper Cider are in the studio talking about making cider at home with apples from the GrowNYC Greenmarket. Sara Grady is in the house from Glynwood, and she’s talking about The Apple Project, the Cider Week initiative, and the differences between French and American ciders. Later, Jimmy calls up Steve Wood from Farnum Hill to talk about some of his ciders (including the Extra Dry and the Kingston Black), carbonation, grafting, and the numerous varieties in his orchard. Also on the phone is Dan Wilson of Hicks Orchard. Tune in to hear him talk about the importance are experimenting with different apple varieties in cider-making. This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “There are elements that I really enjoy in champagne that are intrusive in cider.” [15:00] “Grafting is a process of vegetative propagation… Everything from the point of the graft is genetically identifiable to the parent tree.” [27:40] — Steve Wood on Beer Sessions Radio “You can blend different varieties to learn what their strengths and weaknesses are.” [44:15] — Dan Wilson 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.

It’s a crisp fall evening in Brooklyn, and Jimmy Carbone’s packed the house for another installment of Beer Sessions Radio. Tonight, Jimmy’s joined by Justin Robertson, Brian Strumke, and a wealth of other awesome beer guests! In the studio is Rev. David Ciancio, owner of beer and bourbon bar, Idle Hands. Also, Larry Goldstein and Paul Kretzer from Spider Bite Brewing Co. bring by two awesome brews- the Boris Russian Imperial Stout and the Eight-Legged RyePA. Jimmy Ludwig from The Happy Hour Guys is in the house talking about a potential network television debut for his show. Hear the cast talk about the San Diego beer scene, their favorite beer cities, and the holiday beer phenomenon. This episode has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. “Owning a beer bar is a little egotistical. You’re tasting what I like, and I’ll admit it.” [25:20] — Rev. David Ciancio on Beer Sessions Radio “There are so many traditional styles of beer that fit the winter and fall, but hardly anybody is making a good porter, which is what I want to drink now.” [33:00] — Jimmy Carbone 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.

Welcome to another jam-packed episode of Beer Sessions Radio with Jimmy Carbone! New York City Lagunitas representative Jimmy Lyons joins the studio for the first time. Ed Berestecki is back, and he’s chatting with your host, Jimmy Carbone, about the original eight taps at Mugs Ale House in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Tessa and Enrica Malfucci make the trip down from Maine to represent their family beer brand, The Atlantic Brewing Company. Learn about the history of the company in Bar Harbor, and Brandon Moore from American Beer cracks open some Atlantic Brewing beers with Jimmy and guests. Jim Jamison calls in from Washington to talk about his brewery, Foggy Noggin. Hear Jim talk about the small-scale production of English-style ales, and the beer scene in the Pacific Northwest. Everyone’s tasting beers from across the country! You don’t want to miss this episode of beer sessions radio! This program has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “You can’t promise a brewery a line, you just can’t. There are so many breweries – nanos, micros, macros!” [6:39] — Ed Berestecki on Beer Sessions Radio “Pre-IPA days, the burton ale was the go-to beer for people.” [20:40] — Jim Jamison 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.

On this week’s episode of Beer Sessions Radio, Jimmy is joined by a few familiar faces. Jen Schwertman and Dave Brodrick from Blind Tiger are in the house, along with Scottish beer guru Bruce Williams of William Bros. Beer Co. Tune in to hear Dave talk about Worthy Burger- his new burger and beer joint in Vermont. Stop in to get some craft beer, and the best grass-fed burger that $5.50 can buy. Tune in to hear Bruce discuss some of the traditional herbs that Williams Bros. uses in some of their brews, and why cask ales are generally served improperly in the United States. Later, Mike Edison of The Mike & Judy Show stops by to talk about his new book, Bye Bye, Miss American Pie, and his love for shower beers. This episode has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “It’s a nice to have a light beer, but it’s always been a challenge for a brewer to have a low alcohol beer that has a lot of flavor.” “Some of your heartier beers- like 10% beers- will actually hold up in a cask.” — Bruce Williams 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 on Beer Sessions Radio the house is packed with bar owners and brewers and host Jimmy Carbone moderates a conversation on collaborative brewing, bar management and the increased access to good beers across New York City. Tune in and hear from Carolyn Pincus of The Stag’s Head, Ben, Mike & Seth Wiley of The Owl Farm, Bar Great Harry and Mission Dolores, Kirk Struble, owner of 4th Ave Pub and Washington Commons and Marcus Burnett & Ethan Long of Rockaway Brewing Company! Find out what it takes to find success through beer and listen in as they taste a great selection of brews live on-air! This program was sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. Ive always told people that finding out what new beers are out there is 0% of the job, making sure they show up is the other 90%” –Kirk Struble, owner of Fourth Ave Pub and Washington Commons on Beer Sessions Radio “We try to always have a few weirdo beers on tap.” –Ben Wiley, owner of Bar Great Harry, Mission Delores & Owl Farm on Beer Sessions Radio “Sierra Nevada is like the Disneyland of breweries.” –Carolyn Pincus of The Stag’s Head 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 about the Freaktoberfest beer festival with a room full of guests on this week’s Beer Sessions Radio. Pat Fondiller, one of the founders of Freaktoberfest and Field Sales Manager for Smuttynose Brewing Company, is in the house talking about the origins of the New York City beer festival. Pat brings some great Smuttynose brews to share with the gang; hear about some great seasonals from Smuttynose! Albert Antonucci, owner of Greenwood Park, is also in the studio and talking about hosting Freaktoberfest at his bar and beer garden. Hear from Tim Traynor, the Brand Manager for Founders Brewery. Founders is launching its Breakfast Stout on September 21st, so make sure to try it when it becomes available! Tim also talks about beer and food pairings, as well as the Founders beers at Freaktoberfest. Finally, hear from Matt Polacheck, the man behind all of Shmaltz Brewing’s crazy designs. This episode has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. “We wanted to make it a party with a beer festival attached to it, rather than a beer festival with some entertainment in the background. Over the years, I think we’ve really honed in on what we’ve wanted to do, and it’s become a blast.” — Matt Polacheck 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 Beer Sessions Radio starts off with a great discussion about canned pilsners. Jimmy Carbone is joined by Chris O’Leary of Brew York, New York and Sean McCain of The Bronx Brewery to talk about some of their favorite American pilsners. How do they stack up against their European counterparts? Later, John Richards phones in to talk about his upcoming film, Beer Hunter the Movie. John shot hours of footage of beer legend Michael Jackson, and is currently editing it into a full-length craft beer movie. Tune in to hear more about Michael Jackson’s life, and how he “saved” beer. HRN’s own Straight From the Source host Clay Gordon drops by the studio to talk about building a chocolate factory, beer and chocolate pairings, and the importance of taste memory. This episode has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. “It takes a really talented brewer to make a good pilsner. There’s nothing you can hide in a pilsner.” — Chris O’Leary 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 back from Belgium Comes to Cooperstown for another episode of Beer Sessions Radio. This week, Jimmy is joined by former co-host Sam Merritt, now of Civilization of Beer. Also in the studio is homebrewer extraordinaire, Chris Cuzme. Chris also is working with Wandering Star to create some unique beers, such as the Mild At Heart. Jackson Landers, author of Eating Aliens, is in the house to talk about his lifelong homebrewing obsession and his experiences eating solely invasive species. Hear the gang talk about trends in American brewing, tasting different malts and hops, as well as incorporating unique spices into beer. Check out some awesome beer pairings for game such as venison and wild pig! This episode has been brought to you by GreatBrewers.com. “I think there are some narrow things going on in the industry… There’s too much IPA, bro. There are going to be too many breweries, too. It’s just too big of an influx.” — Sam Merritt on Beer Sessions Radio “When you find common wisdom that says something in the wild isn’t worth eating, but you can’t find anyone who has actually done it, then maybe it’s time to try and do something with it. I think it’s that time with hops.” — Jackson Landers 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.

Welcome to the second installment of Beer Sessions Radio at Brewery Ommegang’s Belgium Comes to Cooperstown beer festival! Jimmy Carbone kicks off the episode with some of the folks behind Brewery Ommegang, President Simon Thorpe and Brewmaster Phil Leinhart. Tune in to hear discussions about the anti-fracking movement in Upstate New York, why New York state water is perfect for making beer, and the rapid expansion of Brewery Ommegang. Jimmy checks in with Bill Herlicka of White Birch Brewing to talk about some of White Birch’s new beers, consistent brewing, and how a deal large retailer can completely change a company’s brewing process. Later, Jimmy’s talking with Sean Lawson of Lawson’s Finest Liquids about meeting demand, and collaborating on beers with brewpubs across the country. Jimmy chows down on some of Scott Vaccaro’s roasted pig, and talks about Captain Lawrence Brewing’s new brewery expansion. Finally, Jimmy chats with Tommy Harder of the Blind Tiger Alehouse. Tommy entered the Hop Chef competition at the festival; tune in to hear about Tommy’s approach to beer and food pairings, as well as the dish he cooked for the contest. This episode has been sponsored by GreatBrewers.com. “Underneath the Marcellus shale here there are huge reserves of gas that need to be developed. The basic issue that we’ve got with it is not that you shouldn’t develop it, but right now the technology pollutes the water… You can’t make world-class beer with polluted water.” — Simon Thorpe 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.