BeerSmith Home and Beer Brewing Podcast

Danny Monnot, former head brewer at Platform Beer Company and current operations manager at Pinter, shares insights on American Pale Ales and simplifying homebrewing. He discusses the evolution of craft beer and its challenges, including changing consumer tastes. Danny highlights innovative hop utilization techniques and the Pinter system, designed to make brewing accessible for beginners. The conversation also covers community feedback on affordable brewing kits and exciting upcoming beer releases.

Stan Hieronymus joins me this week to discuss thiols, the World Brewing Congress, new hop varieties and much more. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Chris Graham, President of MoreBeer joins me this week to discuss Flash Brewing as well as some new equipment and Abstrax hop products. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Scott Mast from Hang ‘Em High Hops joins me this week to discuss how to grow and dry hops at home. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Skip Schwartz from Weldwerks Brewing shares his expertise on crafting the perfect Hazy IPA. He dives into the unique characteristics that make these beers so popular, highlighting their fruity aromas and softer finishes. The conversation covers innovative brewing techniques, including dry hopping and yeast management, along with the brewery's new canned cocktails. Skip stresses the importance of quality control and experimentation for consistency, making brewing an exciting journey for both professionals and home brewers alike.

This week Jamil Zainasheff joins me to discuss the state of Craft and Home brewing as well as his upcoming book Modern Homebrewing. You can find show notes and additional podcasts on my blog here.

Scott Janish joins me this week to discuss mash hopping and steps he takes to control oxygen and enhance long term beer stability. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Mitch Steele joins us from New Realm Brewing to discuss what has changed in IPA brewing in the 12 years since he wrote his classic book on IPAs. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.

Dr. Keith Villa, the creator of Blue Moon and founder of Ceria Brewing, shares his passion for innovative brews. He dives into the evolution of the craft beer industry, particularly focusing on non-alcoholic beers and the market challenges they face. The conversation highlights the growing trend toward flavored beverages and the importance of revitalizing the home brewing community. Keith also touches on the exciting developments of cannabis-infused non-alcoholic beers and the implications of marijuana legalization on brewing.

Michael Tonsmeire from Sapwood Cellars joins me this week to talk about very high gravity barrel aged stouts. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.