In Episode 284 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about Barkyard Brewing with brewer Matt Jung and partner Chris Lopez. We have a great time chatting about beer and do a couple Barkyard Brewing beer tastings. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Barkyard Brewing Who Wants A Mustache Ride Peach Cream Ale

Barkyard Brewing Sensual Silverback BA Stout

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

Barkyard Brewing

In Episode 283 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about thiolized yeast and learn how it can enhance the flavors of hops and malt. We also do a couple Alabama beer tastings. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Deschutes Brewery Black Butte Porter

Straight to Ale Stout at the Devil Oatmeal Stout with coffee

Yellowhammer Brewing ‘92 Subaru Pineapple Cherry Sour Ale

King State Venue

New Belgium Brewing Grape Fizz Ale

New Pioneer Brewing Mango Hops and Pillar of Clouds Fruited IPA

Matchless Brewing Citrus Submarine Hoppy Pilsner

Jim Dandy Brewing Boost mode Hazy Pale Ale

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

All About Thiolized Yeast found on the Omega Yeast website

In Episode 282 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the decoction mash brewing technique. Learn about how it’s done, the benefits and the historical significance. We also do a couple Alabama beer tastings. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Yellowhammer Brewing Miracle Worker Belgian Style Tripel

Straight to Ale Unobtainium Old Ale aged in Bourbon Barrels

Tampa Bay Brewing Co Hoppity Yoppity

King State Green Dart

Jim Dandy Brewing Dublin Drip Irish Cream Stout

pFriem Family Brewers Belgian-style Blonde Ale

Lumberbeard Brewing Anniversary Ale: Year 5 American Barleywine

Fort George Brewery/Block 15 Brewing Collab Vortex Hands (2025) IPA

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

Decoction - A Review of a Traditional Technique written by Spencer W. Thomas and found on the More Beer website

In Episode 281 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Ben Howe, co-owner and head brewer, from Otherland Beer in Bellingham WA. The conversation dives deep into German artisan lager brewing and how Ben has taken pieces of all his experiences to craft his special rustic lagers. We also do tasting sessions with three of his fantastic lagers. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Otherlands Beer Brighten the Corners Helles Lager

Otherlands Beer Household Gods Lagerbier

Otherlands Beer Dzialka Pivo 10° Czech Pilsner

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

Otherlands Beer

In Episode 280 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the origins and style characteristics of the Japanese Rice Lager. We also do our last tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Modern Prometheus featuring a blend of maple bourbon barrel aged imperial stout, apple jack barrel aged imperial stout and bourbon barrel aged imperial stout. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Kirkland Signature Helles Lager

Crux Fermentation Project Bochi Bochi Japanese Rice Lager

Cigar City Brewing El Catador Club Modern Prometheus

Yellowhammer Brewing Miracle Worker Tripel

Tactical Brewing Chocka Moa (Strawberry kiwi sour)

Jim Dandy Brewing Moonbean Hazy DIPA

Jim Dandy Brewing Love & Oats Oatmeal Stout

Jim Dandy Brewing Robber’s Roost Rye

Fremont Brewing Kush - Chronic IPA

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

For The Love Of Japanese Rice Lagers – Part I written by Mick Wust and found on the Crafty Pint website

In Episode 279 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with long time listener Matt Knight and find out about his craft beer journey and a little of the Rochester, NY craft beer scene. We also discuss an article concerning what breweries need to do to succeed in 2025. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Straight to Ale Hazynaut Hazy IPA

Mother Earth Brew Co All Purpose Pilsner

Genesee Brewery Honey Brown Ale

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

The Modern Brewer’s Guide to Success: Lessons from Industry Leaders found on the Craft Beer & Brewing Website

In Episode 278 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the history of the Irish Red Ale and style characteristics. We also do a tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Thee Wolfman featuring wheated bourbon barrel aged imperial stout with chocolate and cherries. Find out if this beer lives up to the previous tastings. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Kirkland Signature Helles Style Lager

Sullivan Brewing Sullivan’s Maltings Irish Ale

Dogfish Head World Wide Stout (2019)

Van Henion Brewing Helles Lager

Mother Earth Brew Co All Purpose Pils

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

Beer Style Guide: Get to Know Irish Red with Em Sauter written by Em Sauter found on the Alcohol Professor website

Irish Red Beer: A Comprehensive Guide to Its Rich History and Flavor written by Ryan C at Brewers Union website

In Episode 277 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the 2025 predicted craft beer trends. We also do a tasting session of Cigar City Brewery El Catador Club Strange Case featuring apple jack brandy barrel aged imperial stout with caramel flavor. Find out if this beer lives up to the previous tastings. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show!

If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft

You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @K9Hops and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord

BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

Deschutes Brewery Black Butte Porter

Beerbazaar Black Jack Stout

Finback Brewery Crispy Morning

Beerbazaar Harmony WC IPA

Loose Screw Beer Co Lateral Pils

Monkless Belgian Ales Friar’s Festivus Belgian Quad

New Pioneer Brewing Double Ben Gurion DIPA

LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

The 11 Craft Beer Trends to Watch in 2025 found on the Hop Culture website

7 beer trends to follow in 2025 written by Rachel Arthur and found on the Beverage Daily website