Kelsey McNair

Founder and head brewer of North Park Beer Company in San Diego. Shares expertise on West Coast hazy IPAs and collaborations.

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Jan 20, 2023 • 1h 59min

286: West Coast IPA Now! with North Park, Green Cheek, and Russian River

A roundtable discussion on modern West Coast IPA brewing techniques with experts from North Park, Green Cheek, and Russian River. Topics include simplifying malt bills, water chemistry, hop blends, lower fermentation temperatures, managing pH, cold side hop strategies, and using modern hop products for intense flavors.

Nov 8, 2024 • 1h

386: Hazy IPA Q&A from the Brewer’s Retreat, with Fidens, Sapwood Cellars, and North Park

Steve Parker, co-founder of Fidens, shares insights on crafting award-winning hazy IPAs. Kelsey McNair of North Park Beer Company discusses the unique flavor profiles of West Coast and East Coast iterations. Scott Janish from Sapwood Cellars delves into the evolution of New England-style IPAs and balancing bitterness in hazy brews. They explore innovative dry hopping techniques, maximizing hop extraction, and optimizing haze while minimizing off-flavors. Join them for a deep dive into the art and science behind one of craft beer's most popular styles!