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Episode 5 - In this episode of The Adam and Dedra Show, we head to Temecula, California to visit Bare Knuckle Brewing, a small brewery with a big personality tucked inside the Vail Headquarters area. We talk about the cozy setup, the outdoor patio, the beers we tried, and why this spot keeps pulling us back every time we’re in town.

We also crack open a Monkish hazy called Water Balloon Fight Club, which immediately reminds us why Monkish is one of our favorite breweries for hazy IPAs. And as if great beer wasn’t enough, this episode also includes an unexpected food win from Nora’s Empanada Factory, where we found some seriously satisfying empanadas that paired way too well with the day.

From classic IPAs and red ales to hidden patios, brewery conversations, and food detours that completely deliver, this one was a fun Temecula stop from start to finish.

In this episode:

• Opening a Monkish Water Balloon Fight Club double dry-hopped double IPA
• Why Monkish continues to impress us with hazy IPAs
• Visiting Bare Knuckle Brewing in Temecula’s Vail Headquarters
• The charm of small breweries with big character
• What makes Bare Knuckle such a fun repeat stop for us
• Discovering that they serve food too
• Our surprise stop at Nora’s Empanada Factory
• Beef, chicken, ham and cheese, and pizza empanadas
• Why we definitely need to go back for wings and a concert night

Beers we tried, including:

• Stars and Strikes
• Seeing Stars
• Rope-A-Dope
• Down Goes Nelson

Featured spots:

• Bare Knuckle Brewing Company – Temecula, CA
• Nora’s Empanada Factory – Temecula, CA
• Monkish Brewing – featured beer for this episode

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Episode 4 - In this episode, we recap our trip to Sana Sana Brewing Company’s one-year anniversary in downtown Phoenix and let’s just say… we did not ease into the day gently. Our show kicks things off with a bold beer from 8-Bit Aleworks. We talk about how we made our way through Sana Sana’s packed celebration, tried several standout pours, grabbed an incredible burger from La Hamburguesa, and wrapped up the day with even more beer in Roosevelt Row.

We talk about the atmosphere at Sana Sana, the brewery’s creative and flavorful beer lineup, and why their brewer made such a strong impression on us. From double IPAs and a Mexican lager to a mole stout and a blueberry empanada sour, this stop gave us plenty to talk about... and even more reasons to come back.

In This Episode

• Drinking Legend of Zymer from 8-Bit Aleworks
• Visiting Sana Sana Brewing Company for their one-year anniversary
• The energy and atmosphere in the Roosevelt District in downtown Phoenix
• First pours of the day and starting a little stronger than expected
• Food truck stop at La Hamburguesa
• Dedra’s thoughts on her burger and beer pairing
• A closer look at Sana Sana’s beer lineup
• Why the mole stout stood out so much
• Talking with the brewer and hearing the story behind the beer
• The slushie that sounded amazing but may have ended the day a little too early
• Thoughts on the blueberry empanada sour
• More beer stops in Roosevelt Row
• Ending the day at The Theodore
• Adam’s take on Personal Plague from RAR Brewing
• Adam trying to learn Untappd

Beers Mentioned

• Legend of Zymer - 8-Bit Aleworks
• Fourth and Roosevelt - Sana Sana
• Sopita Fria hazy double IPA - Sana Sana
• Santa Clara Mexican lager - Sana Sana
• El Andariego Guerrero Mole stout - Sana Sana
• Blueberry Empanada Sour - Sana Sana
• Space Boogie - Sana Sana
• Personal Plague - RAR Brewing

Food Mentioned

• Viva Mexico burger from La Hamburguesa

Places Mentioned

• 8-Bit Aleworks - Avondale, Arizona
• Sana Sana Cervesaria - Downtown Phoenix
• Roosevelt District / Roosevelt Row - Phoenix
• The Theodore - Downtown Phoenix

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Episode 3 - In this episode of The Adam and Dedra Show, we kick things off with a review of Zombie Whip from Beer Zombies, a strawberry banana ice cream fruit sour that pours thick, looks wild, and tastes even better than it sounds. Then we recap our latest adventure to Hopsology Taproom and Wine Bar in Glendale, Arizona, a spot that blends a modern taproom with a homebrew supply shop and creates a really unique experience for craft beer fans.

We talk about the beers we tried, including the unforgettable Orange Drumsticks Imperial Hazy, which was delicious but poured more like a smoothie than a beer, plus pours from Wren House, Tombstone, and Drekker. We also share what stood out most about Hopsology, from the atmosphere and layout to the friendly service and the cool concept behind the business.

After beer, we made our way to Leo’s Hawaiian BBQ, where the food completely lived up to the hype. From teriyaki chicken and katsu to creamy macaroni salad and a surprisingly great chicken sandwich that Adam didn't get or hear about, it was the perfect ending to a really fun day out.

Episode highlights:

• Beer review: Zombie Whip by Beer Zombies
• Our visit to Hopsology Taproom and Wine Bar
• Thoughts on thick smoothie-style beers
• Favorite pours from the tap list and coolers
• Why Hopsology stands out from a typical taproom
• Food recap from Leo’s Hawaiian BBQ
• Another weekend of beer, food, and laughs

Places mentioned:

• Hopsology Taproom and Wine Bar – Glendale, AZ
• Leo’s Hawaiian BBQ – Glendale, AZ

Beers mentioned:

• Beer Zombies – Zombie Whip
• Humble Forager – Orange Drumsticks
• Wren House – Ringtail IPA
• Tombstone Hazy IPA
• Drekker - Raspberry Swirlee - creamsicle sour
• Wanderlust Brewing – Lesser Unconformity

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