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Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Podcast

398: River North Explores the Outer Limits of High ABV Brewing

Jan 31, 2025
Join Matt Hess, founder of River North Brewery, and head brewer Matt Malloy as they dive into the art of high-ABV brewing. They discuss extraordinary techniques for making potent yet drinkable beers, exploring topics like healthy yeast management, careful malt selection, and innovative fermentation processes. Discover how they balance intense flavors in their award-winning brews and the challenges of barrel aging. This conversation unpacks years of experience, illuminating the complex, delicious world of ultra-high gravity beers.
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  • River North Brewery has achieved significant recognition in the craft beer industry through multiple prestigious awards highlighting their exceptional brewing skills.
  • The brewery specializes in producing ultra-high gravity beers, maintaining complexity and drinkability through meticulous fermentation and yeast management techniques.

Deep dives

Significant Achievements in Brewing

River North brewery has recently celebrated substantial achievements, including receiving the Mid-Sized Brewery of the Year award at the Colorado Brewers Cup. The brewery has also won multiple prestigious medals in various competitions, showcasing their excellence in crafting unique beers. Notably, their Nightmate Fuel and other products have garnered recognition at the Great American Beer Festival and the World Beer Cup. These accolades reflect River North's dedication to producing high-quality craft beers that resonate well with both judges and consumers.

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