The Malting Hour
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThe Malting Hour is a podcast about beer! Whether we're at a brewery, local business, or brewing, we're talking beer. Each week you can expect new content from Brandon and Tony joined by occasional hosts Clark and Dan as well as other friends.
Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli)
Outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds)
After The Final Pour Music provided by Kevin and Deb Goggin
Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
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Episodes
After The Final Pour S5E9 - Old Irving Brewing "Barrel-Aged Krampus Cookies" (feat. Rachel Morrison)
October 18, 2021 02:23 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBThis week we're joined once again by Rachel Morrison as we dive into Old Irving Brewing's "Barrel-Aged Krampus Cookies" 2020. https://www.oldirvingbrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 65 - Pumpkin Beers 2021 (feat. Rachel Morrison)
October 11, 2021 03:14 - 1 hour - 105 MBOn this episode we're joined by Rachel Morrison aka BeerGoggles to drink and discuss the beer style you either love or hate: Pumpkin. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break and outro music provided by @FluidMinds Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
Episode 64 - Fall Beers
October 04, 2021 03:22 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBOn this episode we sip on beers that remind us it's Fall. Brandon revisits the time he thought He-Man lived across the street from him, Tony pleas with a brewery to think of us this coming barrel aged season and Clark is revealed as a Power Ranger. True story. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S5E8 - MORE "Arketype Almond Fudge Macaroon (2021)"
September 27, 2021 00:55 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBThis week we sample MORE Brewing's Arketype Almond Fudge Macaroon. Imperial stout with almond, cocoa nibs, & coconut. https://www.morebrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 63 - Camping
September 20, 2021 05:17 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBThis week Brandon and Tony sip one some beers in nature. While camping in Washington Island Wisconsin, they decided to crack open a few in the great outdoors and share what they thought! Break music and outro provided by @FluidMinds Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S5E7 - Watermark Brewing "Massive Eruption"
September 14, 2021 00:42 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBThis week Clark brings us a big tasty BA imperial double pastry stout from Watermark Brewing: Massive Eruption. Description: Bourbon Barrel-Aged Stout w/ vanilla, maraschino cherry & lactose. https://www.watermarkbrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 62 - Eagle Park Brewing
September 06, 2021 06:28 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBOn this episode Clark returns and he has some beers from Wisconsin. We sample three beers from Wisconsin's own Eagle Park Brewing.
Episode 61 - Hubbard's Cave
August 30, 2021 02:21 - 43 minutes - 60 MBOn this episode Brandon and Tony try four different beers from Hubbard's Cave brewing in Niles IL. We also discuss why beer shops that sell single cans rule and how we're heading to Washington Island Wisconsin next month for some camping and drinking! Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S5E6 - Goose Island Lolita 2013 (feat. Jeff Kordik)
August 23, 2021 04:02 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBThis week we go all in with a Jeff as he hand picks 2013 bottle of Goose Island's "Lolita" from Brandon's cellar. It's a short, slightly sloppy week, but you know how these go right? Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
EP 60 - Old Man Beers Part 2 Or Big Brand Lagers And Some History
August 16, 2021 04:14 - 1 hour - 90.3 MBEPISODE 60!! WE MADE IT!! And what a special episode it is! We're joined by everyone's favorite guest Jeff Kordick! You may remember him as Tony's neighbor and old man beer coinsure. We dive deep into some big name lagers like Budweiser, Miller Lite, Schlitz (again) as well as Seipp's Extra Pale Lager and of course Yuengling. Plus Brandon throws us all for a loop with some Steel Reserve 211.. woof! Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themalti...
After The Final Pour - S5E5 - National IPA Day
August 09, 2021 02:08 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBThis week we celebrate National IPA Day with some.. you guessed it! IPA's! We sample Lagunita's IPA, Pipeworks Glaucus and Revolution Anti-Hero. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 59 - Brown Baggin It or Mystery Beer Volume 1
August 02, 2021 00:08 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBOn this episode we try to guess what beer each other has brought. Each beer is in a brown paper bag and we can ask only a few questions. Also, Clark tries to do the intro. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S5E4 - Old Irving Brewing "Barrel Aged As Time Goes By"
July 26, 2021 05:17 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBThis week we crack open Barrel Age "As Time Goes By" Belgian Quad from Old Irving Brewing. "Barrel-Aged Belgian Quad aged for 11 months in J. Henry & Sons bourbon barrels." https://www.oldirvingbrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 58 - Revolution Brewing "VSOJ"
July 19, 2021 03:27 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBThis week we devote an entire episode to Revolution Brewing's "VSOJ" BA barleywine. We also talk about some of our other favorite beers of 2021 and Tony even has a quick rant! http://www.revbrew.com Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S5E3 - Revolution & Half Acre - "On and On Part 1"
July 11, 2021 23:58 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBOn this short, but great After The Final Pour, Tony and Brandon drink up a Chicago collaboration between Revolution and Half Acre: On and On Part 1.
Episode 57 - Greenbush Brewing "One Star" & "Rage"
July 06, 2021 02:45 - 46 minutes - 63.7 MBOn this episode we sample two beers from Michigan's own Greenbush Brewing. Along the way Brandon has a rant, Tony deals with anger issues and Clark's not sure whether or not he's even apart of the show. We also try Clark's "Nick The Dick" IPA and that's when the show goes "blue".
After The Final Pour - S5E2 - Goose Island "King Henry"
June 28, 2021 02:47 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBThis week Brandon cracks open a big whale, Goose Island's "King Henry" 2011. How does this almost 10 year old beer hold up? We break it down in under 30 minutes. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 56 - Brandon's Vacation Beers (feat. Julie Levite)
June 21, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBOn this episode we drink some beers from Brandon's vacation to South Carolina. We also add two new segments to the show and are joined by Tony's mom Julie Levite, who happened to be on vacation in Chicago.
After The Final Pour - S5E1 - Terrapin Brewing "Love is Love"
June 14, 2021 04:16 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBSeason 5 is under way and to kick it off Brandon and Tony sample a tasty brew from Brandon's recent travels: Terrapin Brewing's "Love Is Love" Hefeweizen. A delicious German style wheat beer with a cause.
Episode 55 - Short Fuse Brewing (feat. Brian Lagro)
June 07, 2021 04:52 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBOn this episode we venture out from the comfort of our homes to Schiller Park, IL to visit Short Fuse Brewing. We speak with head brewer Brian Largo to learn a bit more about the brewery, Brian's resume and how to melts pounds of gummy bears. https://www.shortfusebrewing.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
Episode 55 - Short Fuse Brewing (feat. Brian Largo)
June 07, 2021 04:52 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBOn this episode we venture out from the comfort of our homes to Schiller Park, IL to visit Short Fuse Brewing. We speak with head brewer Brian Largo to learn a bit more about the brewery, Brian's resume and how to melts pounds of gummy bears. https://www.shortfusebrewing.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S4E10 - Short Fuse - For Goodness Shakes Baja Blast
May 31, 2021 03:12 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBOn this episode of After The Final Pour, Brandon and Tony jump the shark with Short Fuse Brewing "For Goodness Shakes" Baja Blast Milkshake IPA. Why jump the shark you say? Well, we have Brian from Short Fuse joining us on next weeks full episode and we were too damn excited to wait to talk about their beer. https://www.shortfusebrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
After The Final Pour - S4E10 - Shortfuse - For Goodness Shakes Baja Blast
May 31, 2021 03:12 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBOn this episode of After The Final Pour, Brandon and Tony jump the shark with Shortfuse Brewing "For Goodness Shakes" Baja Blast Milkshake IPA. Why jump the shark you say? Well, we have Brian from Shortfuse joining us on next weeks full episode and we were too damn excited to wait to talk about their beer. https://www.shortfusebrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 54 - Hip__Hops & American IPA's (feat. Daniel aka hip__hops)
May 24, 2021 03:32 - 1 hour - 110 MBOn this episode we discuss vinyl record and beer pairing with Daniel aka Hip__Hops. We also drink and share our thoughts on some American IPAs. Hip__Hops on instagram: @ Hip__hops Hip__Hops on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/6dfdnubm Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S4E9 - Goose Island "Shamrock Stout"
May 17, 2021 04:30 - 11 minutes - 16 MBOn this episode Brandon and Tony reunite face to face in The Malting Hour studio (aka Brandon's basement bar) and crack open Goose Island's Barrel Aged Mint Chocolate Stout. Smells like a cookie, tastes like a shake. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 53 - Poppin Pilz and Shaggy Tail (feat. Jackie Boyer)
May 10, 2021 04:11 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBOn this episode we're going all homebrew! Fellow home brewer Jackie Boyer joins us to discuss her journey in homebrew and we get to try her latest brew "Poppin Pilz". We also sample Brandon's latest batch of "Shaggy Tail" pale and discover that there's more to Jackie than she's leading on. Follow Jackie: @thesipartist on all social media outlets Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour - S4E8 - Goose Island & Phase Three - I'm A Bird
May 03, 2021 03:49 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBWe jump into the Goose Island and Phase Three collaboration "I'm A Bird" imperial stout. This beer impressed all of us and is in the running for a favorite for the 2021 Malteez.
Episode 52 - Eris Brewery and Cider House (feat. Michelle Foik)
April 26, 2021 03:38 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MBOn this episode we speak with Michelle Foik of Eris Brewery and Cider House. We get into the history of the establishment and find out whether or not it's haunted after all these years.
Episode 51 - Clark's Vacation Beers
April 19, 2021 03:06 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBOne this episode. Clark brings us some beers from his recent travels. We also distinguish the difference between a Double IPA and an IPA Double. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
Episode 50 - Rabid Brewing
April 12, 2021 02:19 - 1 hour - 126 MBWE MADE IT! EPISODE 50!!! On this episode we talk to Raiye and Tobias of Rabid Brewing. We drink through several of their beers (and a hard seltzer) while discussing numerous topics including the pros and cons of having chalk boards walls while kids are allowed in the brewery. HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that has been listening and following our show from the beginning. We love doing the show and look forward to doing 50 more. https://www.rabidbrewing.com/ Theme music provided by Myke ...
After The Final Pour - S4E7 - Mikerphone Brewing "Mikerphone Check 1, 2"
April 05, 2021 05:49 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBThis week we drink Mikerphone Brewing's "Mikerphone Check 1,2" Double Dry-Hopped Double IPA with Citra hops. We also talk about what we're planning on grilling with nice weather finally in Chicago as well as some NCAA Bracket talks. TOP TIER DOGGIE!
Episode 49 - Rhinegeist
March 29, 2021 03:06 - 1 hour - 115 MBOn this episode we welcome Rhinegeist to Chicago by drinking some beers with Matt and Chris. We learn a bit of history, their plans for the future and what "turbo hopping" is all about. https://rhinegeist.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
St Particks Day Special
March 22, 2021 03:50 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBOn this special LIVE episode we drink Old Irving Brewing's "Luck Linny" Irish Red Ale and a barrel aged Guinness. Be sure to check out the video version of this episode on our Facebook page. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
Episode 48 - Return to Lake Effect Brewing with Clint Bautz
March 16, 2021 01:22 - 1 hour - 116 MBOn this episode we're joined once again by Lake Effect Brewing owner and brewer Clint Bautz to learn how he's navigated the pandemic as well as what the future holds for his new brew pub.
After The Final Pour - S4E6 - Off Color Barrel Aged Growl
March 15, 2021 03:49 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBComing off the heels of Pedestrian 2.0, Brandon and Tony carried on and decided to give Off Color's BA "Growl" a go. http://www.offcolorbrewing.com/ Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
After The Final Pour S4E5 - Short's - $plurge
March 08, 2021 02:35 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBThis week we discuss a delicious DIPA from Short's, "$plurge". $plurge is a Double IPA made with a lavish blend seven varieties of hops. Slightly hazy and light copper in color, the frothy white head has huge aromas of tropical hops. Leading with super fruity citrus and pineapple flavors, this medium-bodied beer is deceivingly smooth for the higher ABV. Treat yourself to this indulgent, tropical hoppy brew!
Episode 47 - Three's Company
March 01, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBOn this episode we try out three beers we've never had before. Do we like any of them? Only one way to find out... Featured Beers: 3 Floyds "Barbarian Haze IPA" - https://www.3floyds.com/ Bells Brewing "No, Yeah" - http://www.bellsbeer.com/ Odell Brewing "Wolf Picker" - https://www.odellbrewing.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S4E4 - Pedestrian 2.0 Belgian Tripel
February 22, 2021 02:06 - 39 minutes - 54 MBThis week Brandon and Tony sip and discuss Brandon's Belgian Tripel "Pedestrian 2.0". They all revisit the original recipe they brewed to compare notes. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds
Episode 46 - Brickstone Brewing (feat. Tommy Vasilakis)
February 15, 2021 00:55 - 1 hour - 96.9 MBOn this episode we speak with Tommy Vasilakis of Brickstone Brewing. We sip on a few of their beers and discuss the history of Brickstone and how they came to be, from small batch home brew to a local favorite. https://www.brickstonebrewery.com/ Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S4E3 - Into The Void (Roll On) (feat. Stephanie of Fannie's)
February 08, 2021 04:12 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBOn this episode of After The Final Pour, we're joined by long time friend Stephanie of Fannie's Cafe. We drink our Imperial Sweet Stout "Into The Void (Roll On)" that features Fannie's Cinnamon Rolls, Saigon Cinnamon, Madagascar vanilla beans and Buffalo Trace Bourbon. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Outro music by Fluid Minds If you're in the greater Chicagoland area, be sure to find Fannie's at https://www.fanniescafe.com/
Episode 45 - First Brews of 2021 Part 2
February 02, 2021 04:18 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MBPart 2 of of our first home brews of 2021, we drink Clark's "Fudgie Dust" pale ale/IPA and Tony's "I Sat By The Ocean" Lime Gose. We also discuss the trials and tribulations of kegging issues as well as the fun of the snow storm we had in Chicago this past weekend. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
Episode 44 - First Brews of 2021 Part 1
January 25, 2021 02:59 - 33 minutes - 46.7 MBOn this (shorter) episode we discuss the first beer we brewed for 2021. Next week we'll discuss our impressions of the beers. Plus Clark pitches his idea for a sitcom. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music and outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S4E2 - Weller "Special Reserve" Bourbon
January 18, 2021 02:55 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBOn this special edition of After The Final Pour, off of the heels of the last ATFP, Brandon and Tony drink and discuss some Weller Special Reserve Bourbon. This episode was recorded November 2020. Cheers! "The Original Wheated Bourbon Whiskey features an exceptionally smooth taste, substituting wheat for rye grain. Bottled at 90 proof, this bourbon stands out with its burnt orange color. Its softer flavor notes make this bourbon great for sipping or making cocktails." Thanks to Kevin and D...
Episode 43 - Dry January, Hop Water and What We're Brewing This Year
January 11, 2021 06:05 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBOn this episode, we drink a couple of NA beer, some carbonated hop waters and discuss what we're planning on brewing in 2021. Cheers to a new year of The Malting Hour. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music and outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S4E1 - Fulton Brewing "Worthy Adversary"
January 04, 2021 02:59 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MBNew year, new season, new beers! Well.. sorta. On our first ATFP of 2021 we drink Fulton Brewing's 2015 "Worth Adversary". We recorded this Thanksgiving weekend of 2020 after having a handful of beers beforehand. We thought this would be the best way to start the new year as we are doing "Dry January". Cheers! "This Russian Imperial Stout is not exactly a lightweight. It’s about drawing a line in the sand. It has a consistency similar to 5W-30. Adventurous tattoo artists have used it in...
Episode 42 - The Malt-eez
December 28, 2020 04:25 - 1 hour - 119 MBOn this episode we dive into our favorite beers of 2020. We discuss our top beer as well as some runners up and take a deeper look into our Untappd history. Break music provided by "Beach Bomb" Hailing from Oslo, Norway, Beach Bomb gives you Surf Rock from the cold waters of the North. The single "Night Surf" tells the story about a lone Surfer surfing somewhere along the coastline of Norway on a cold winter night. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beachbombband Spotify: https://open.sp...
After The Final Pour S3E10 - Bell's "Old Fashioned Holiday Ale"
December 21, 2020 02:14 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBOn the season finale of After The Final Pour, we keep in the holiday spirit with Bell's "Old Fashioned Holiday Ale" "Call us old fashioned, but we like to have special brews for special times of the year. We aged our Christmas Ale in bourbon barrels, then added dried cherry and orange peel. This winter warmer invokes classic flavors of the season and is perfect to sip by the fireplace, or put in the cellar for celebrations to come. Originally brewed by our barrel specialist for our annual Ro...
Episode 41 - Christmas Beers Vol. 2
December 14, 2020 02:30 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBOn this episode we plow through a handful of delicious Christmas beers and discover there are new tasting descriptors for said beers. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli)remixed by @Asaphelps Break music provided by ndo (currently unreleased so follow him here(@ellis-d-988465683) Outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com
After The Final Pour S3E9 - Hubbard's Cave "Peanut Butter S'Mores"
December 06, 2020 21:58 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBOn this episode, coming off the heels of us trying Deth's Tar, Cafe Deth and Maple Deth, we enjoy Hubbard's Cave "Peanut Butter S'More" Imperial Stout. Brewed with marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, and peanut butter. Thanks to Kevin and Deb Goggin for the theme song. Thanks to Hubbard's Cave for making great beer.
Episode 40 - Pumpkin Beers Homebrew Edition (feat. Mike Vertucci)
November 30, 2020 04:45 - 1 hour - 83.3 MBOn this episode we reconcile with our feelings from episode 35 by drinking some of our own home brewed beers. We also welcome super fan Mike Vertucci on to the show and drink his Pumpkin Stout. Whose brew will reign supreme? Well, we know.. but you need to listen to find out. Theme music provided by Myke Kelli (@mykekelli) Break music provided by Fluid Minds (@englishsofthearts) Outro provided by Fluid Minds (@fluidminds) Check out all our episodes at www.themaltinghour.com