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Beer Prime

105 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago -

Podcast about Craft Beer. I talk to guests from around the craft beer community - not just breweries. There will also be chances to WIN beer from some of the guests, so subscribe to be kept up-to-date!

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Beer Prime - Episode 92 - James Dowdeswell & the Thornbridge Union

June 19, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MB

Episode 92: James Dowdeswell & the Thornbridge Union // No, it's not a beer-related rock band, it's an episode featuring comedian James Dowdeswell, who talks about his beer-themed comedy show "Beers of a Clown" and his own beer, Lazy Eye-PA; and also Rob Lovatt and Dom Driscoll from Thornbridge, who tell us all about the Burton Union set that they've acquired from CMBC and are keeping the historic brewing process alive. LINKS James Dowdeswell - Lazy Eye-PA / Twitter / Insta Thornbridge ...

Beer Prime - Episode 91 - Westerham Brewery revisited

June 05, 2024 20:18 - 1 hour - 105 MB

Episode 91: Westerham Brewery revisited // In this episode I catch up with Robert Wicks from Westerham Brewery, recorded live in their bustling taproom. We talk about many of their beers, while tasting 9 of them! I also speak with Colin and Deena Gilham about their new pop-up taproom venture, Two Tails! LINKS: Westerham Brewery - website / Twitter / Insta Two Tails Taproom - Twitter / Insta / Facebook

Beer Prime - Episode 90 - Indie Rabble revisited

May 22, 2024 18:54 - 1 hour - 86.9 MB

Episode 90: Indie Rabble revisited // In this episode I pay a visit to the Indie Rabble taproom in Windsor and catch up with Dave Hayward about how their first year is going, Its been just over a year since we last spoke and so much has happened. I also speak to Dr Christina Wade who has released a book about women in brewing called The Devil's in the Draught Lines. Plus there's news about the likes of Buxton Brewery, BrewD*g, Cellar Head, Mason Brew Co, Attic Brew Co, and Two Tails - a ...

Beer Prime - Episode 89 - Heist Brew Co

May 08, 2024 19:52 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Episode 89: Heist Brew Co // In this episode, I welcome Dan Hunt from Heist Brew Co to the podcast. We talk about their genesis as a bar, before moving into brewing their own beers - at first to supply the bar, then distributing further afield. We'll also discuss the future of the brewery. LINKS Heist Brew Co - website / Twitter / Instagram / Facebook SPEAKPIPE - Leave me a voice message!

Beer Prime - Episode 88 - Homebrew Special 2 at Hop Stop with Elusive Brewing

April 24, 2024 19:02 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

Episode 88: Homebrew Special 2 at Hop Stop with Elusive Brewing // Recorded live at Hop Stop in Reigate with special guest Andy Parker from Elusive Brewing. Four home brewers brought along their brews for us to taste, judge and for Andy to give advice. LINKS Hop Stop - website / Twitter / Insta Elusive Brewing - website / Twitter / Insta Andy Parker - Twitter / Insta SPEAKPIPE - Leave me a message!

Beer Prime - Episode 87 - McColl's Brewery

April 10, 2024 16:25 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

Episode 87: McColl's Brewery // In the latest episode I speak with Danny McColl, founder of McColl's Brewery based in County Durham. We talk about his beers, the beer landscape in the North East, and Men's mental health. I also chatted with Laura and Michael, who work in the beer industry but also have a little fun on the side with a YouTube channel called "Does It Shandy?" where they take often highly-rated beers and mix it with varying fizzy soft drinks to see if it shandies! As well a...

Beer Prime - Episode 86 - Cloudwater

March 27, 2024 16:33 - 2 hours - 99.6 MB

Episode 86: Cloudwater // Join me for a jam-packed episode with not 1, not 2, not even 3 guests... 4 GUESTS! OK, 2 of them were together when recording, so it's 3 segments but hey... 4 guests! The main guest is Paul Jones from Cloudwater and there is an epic length chat with him, because it was too good to edit down. I also chat with Amelie Tassin from Tipple Marketing about what she does in the beer industry. There is also a quick chat, recorded live at Anspach & Hobday's 10th birthday ...

Beer Prime - Episode 85 - Buxton Brewery

March 13, 2024 16:54 - 1 hour - 68.1 MB

Episode 85: Buxton Brewery // In this episode I welcome Buxton Brewery's new MD, Dom Metcalfe, who has been tasked to take Buxton to the next level. We discuss their beers - including the (in)famous The Beer, once known as Yellow Belly - plus much more. Also featured is George Rice from Serious Pig. George felt that pub snacks were too boring and not the greatest quality, so he set Serious Pig up with the goal of bringing a range of high quality, tasty pub snacks. We also cover some of t...

Beer Prime - Episode 84 - Sunken Knave

February 28, 2024 17:32 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Episode 84: Sunken Knave // In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with the lively character that is Henry Kirk. We discuss his brewing background and what he plans to do with new project, Sunken Knave. Don't miss talk about how the name came about, brewing his first solo beer under the new brewery, his travels to collaborate on two further beers, and the Daleks of Sussex! The episode also features Mike Hampshire of Leeds Beer Tours (not Leeds Bee Tours, as I mistakenly called t...

Beer Prime - Episode 83 - Brolly Brewing

February 14, 2024 17:16 - 1 hour - 127 MB

Episode 83: Brolly Brewing // Brolly are based in Horsham, West Sussex, and are owned by Brook and Holly Saunders. They've been going for nearly 7 years, and have been at their current location for a year. Hear their story and find out more about them. I also chat with Chloe Perry from SSV Ltd, all about what they provide to the craft beer economy! Get in touch - ⁠Email me⁠ / ⁠Leave me a Speakpipe message⁠ LINKS Brolly Brewing - website / Twitter / Insta / Facebook SSV Ltd - website ...

Beer Prime - Episode 82 - Turning Point Brew Co

January 31, 2024 20:28 - 1 hour - 62.7 MB

Episode 82: Turning Point Brew Co // I'm back from my Christmas break and behind the mic for the first time in 2024, and I've brought you a chat with Cameron Brown from Turning Point Brew Co based in the gorgeous town of Knaresborough in North Yorkshire. We chat all about their journey to where they are today, their beers, their events, and lots more - including Cam's love of Bruce Springsteen (of which I share!) LINKS Turning Point - website / Twitter / Instagram / Facebook Leave me a...

Beer Prime - Episode 81 - Christmas Special with Thornbridge and Beer Podcasters

December 20, 2023 10:00 - 2 hours - 119 MB

Episode 81: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL with Thornbridge and Beer Podcasters // As Noddy likes to say ... It's Chriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiistmas! In the 2023 special, my brewery guests are Dom Driscoll and Rob Lovatt from Thornbridge Brewery. We talk about the brewery's 18 year history, their beers including the iconic Jaipur, bottle conditioning, cask brewing, plus a whole lot more. I also round up the year with three fellow Beer Podcasters - Steve Bentall (Beerlonging/Beer O'Clock Show), Tori Powell (A ...

Beer Prime - Episode 80 - Baron Brewing

December 06, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 102 MB

Episode 80: Baron Brewing // Join me for a chat with Jack Baron of Baron Brewing, based in Hertfordshire. We talk about how Jack got into brewing, the pros and cons of his location, branding, and much more. I also tell you all about my night at the British Guild of Beer Writers Awards dinner last week! LINKS Baron Brewing - website / Twitter / Instagram Buy David Jesudason's Desi Pubs book Speakpipe - leave me a message for the Christmas episode!

Beer Prime - Episode 79 - Mysterious Brewing Co

November 22, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 85.5 MB

Episode 79: Mysterious Brewing Co // In this episode, I welcome Ken and Adam from Mysterious Brewing Co. We talk all about their brewery, their Homebrewing backgrounds, picking Spruce tips in Scotland, taking Mysterious out to the customers, and a lot more. I also speak with Eric Abbott from Lallemand about yeast. Plus there's a round-up of two beer launch events - Siren's CCC and Elusive's Collabageddon. LINKS Mysterious Brewing - website / Twitter / Instagram / Ken / Adam Lallemand -...

Beer Prime - Episode 78 - Lakedown Brewing Co

November 08, 2023 18:22 - 1 hour - 51.3 MB

Episode 78: Lakedown Brewing Co // In this episode I talk with Clark Coslett-Hughes, the Head Brewer of East Sussex based brewery Lakedown. I also talk with Inga Ziemele, the talented illustrator responsible for all of the can art, website art and taproom mural of East London's Exale Brewery. Plus news of my tour at Long Man Brewery. There's also a Speakpipe message! Why not send me one ... CLICK HERE to send me a Speakpipe message. LINKS Lakedown Brewery - website / Twitter / Instag...

Beer Prime - Episode 77 - The Kernel

October 25, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Episode 77: The Kernel // In this episode I headed down to The Kernel Arch 7 Taproom in Bermondsey to talk with Evin O'Riordain about the brewery and his role in being a craft beer pioneer. I also talk with Mars Pascale about her role in being a Bar Manager/Beer Slinger for Red Hand in Dalston, East London. Plus, there's a message/question left for me on Speakpipe! If you want to leave a message, just go to www.speakpipe.com/beerprime LINKS: The Kernel - website / Twitter / Instagram ...

Beer Prime - Episode 76 - Track Brewing Co with special guest co-host Matt Curtis

October 12, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 59 MB

Episode 76: Track Brewing Co with special guest co-host Matt Curtis // In this Manchester-centric episode, I speak with Stefan Melbourne from Manchester's Track Brewing Co. Joining me to co-host and also talk about his new book - Manchester's Best Beer Pubs and Bars - is Matt Curtis. LEAVE ME A MESSAGE ON SPEAKPIPE!⁠ LINKS: Track - website / Twitter / Instagram Matt Curtis - Twitter / Instagram / Book Podcasts: The Thirst Time / Pellicle / Same Again?

Beer Prime - Episode 75 - Five Points Brewing Co

September 28, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Episode 75 - Five Points Brewing Co // I'm back from the summer break with a brand new epsiode featuring Greg Hobbs from Five Points Brewing Co in East London. Greg and I discuss the brewery, celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, and their beers including Five Points Best. Also, in the first of a new feature about people working in other parts of the beer industry, I chat with Colin Gilham who is a tour host for both Long Man Brewery and Hukins Hops. Why not leave me a message w...

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 6 - Wiper and True Milk Shake

September 14, 2023 18:41 - 16 minutes - 13 MB

Iconic Beers - Episode 6 - Wiper and True Milk Shake // In the final episode of Season 1, I talk with Michael Wiper of Wiper and True about his brewery's Milk Shake. I get the lowdown on the beer and how it is brewed, then get some opinion from Jules Gray and Colin Gilham. Then its time to open up a can and drink it myself! Let me know what you thought of the series by leaving me a message on Speakpipe - https://www.speakpipe.com/beerprime.

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 5 - DEYA Steady Rolling Man

September 07, 2023 14:46 - 19 minutes - 14.9 MB

Iconic Beers - DEYA Steady Rolling Man // In the penultimate episode of Season 1, we focus on DEYA's 5.2% Pale Ale Steady Rolling Man. I speak to Cal Wickham from the brewery and get his insight on the beer itself, its history and how it has driven DEYA to the status they now hold. I also get opinion from Elusive's Andy Parker and Jonny Garrett from the Craft Beer Channel.

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 4 - Elusive Brewing Oregon Trail

August 31, 2023 14:34 - 15 minutes - 13.3 MB

Iconic Beers - Elusive Brewing Oregon Trail // Episode 4 of the first series of Iconic Beers, brought to you in bite-sized chunks. This episode covers one of the finest West Coast IPAs available - Elusive Brewing's Oregon Trail. I talk to Elusive's owner and head brewer Andy Parker and ask him all about the beer. There's also input from Matt Chinnery and James Rushforth. The episode is rounded off with me cracking open a can of OT and telling you what I think.

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Series 1 Episode 3 - Thornbridge Jaipur

August 24, 2023 14:38 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MB

Iconic Beers - Thornbridge Jaipur // Continuing the first series of iconic craft beers, we reach the mid-way point of the series and turn to a beer that is 18 years old, but still up there with today's best IPAs - Thornbridge Jaipur. In order to find out about this beer, I chatted with Thornbridge's Dom Metcalfe, as well as Beer Writer Adrian Tierney-Jones and writer/bottle shop owner Jules Gray. Grab yourself a can/bottle/cask pint of the beer (any other beer will be fine too) and click...

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 3 - Thornbridge Jaipur

August 24, 2023 14:38 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MB

Iconic Beers - Thornbridge Jaipur // Continuing the first series of iconic craft beers, we reach the mid-way point of the series and turn to a beer that is 18 years old, but still up there with today's best IPAs - Thornbridge Jaipur. In order to find out about this beer, I chatted with Thornbridge's Dom Metcalfe, as well as Beer Writer Adrian Tierney-Jones and writer/bottle shop owner Jules Gray. Grab yourself a can/bottle/cask pint of the beer (any other beer will be fine too) and click...

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 2 - Five Points Brewing Railway Porter

August 16, 2023 10:17 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MB

Iconic Beers - Five Points Brewing Railway Porter // The second iconic beer in the series takes a dark turn - Railway Porter. To help me find out all about this beer, I speak with ⁠Five Points⁠ co-founder and Director of Brewing Greg Hobbs plus get some opinion on the beer from ⁠Matt Chinnery⁠ and ⁠James Rushforth⁠. Then I pop the top of an aged bottle of Railway Porter and enjoy! Check out Episode 1 - Keller Pils - if you haven't heard that yet, and Episode 3 will be with you this time n...

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Series 1 Episode 2 - Five Points Brewing Railway Porter

August 16, 2023 10:17 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MB

Iconic Beers - Five Points Brewing Railway Porter // The second iconic beer in the series takes a dark turn - Railway Porter. To help me find out all about this beer, I speak with ⁠Five Points⁠ co-founder and Director of Brewing Greg Hobbs plus get some opinion on the beer from ⁠Matt Chinnery⁠ and ⁠James Rushforth⁠. Then I pop the top of an aged bottle of Railway Porter and enjoy! Check out Episode 1 - Keller Pils - if you haven't heard that yet, and Episode 3 will be with you this time n...

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Season 1 Episode 1 - Lost and Grounded Keller Pils

August 10, 2023 08:42 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MB

Iconic Beers - Lost and Grounded Keller Pils // In the first episode of a brand new mini-series where I focus on one iconic beer in each episode, I shine the light on Lost and Grounded Keller Pils thanks to input from Alex Troncoso, Adrian Tierney-Jones and Andy Parker. Next week - Five Points Railway Porter

Beer Prime Iconic Beers - Series 1 Episode 1 - Lost and Grounded Keller Pils

August 10, 2023 08:42 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MB

Iconic Beers - Lost and Grounded Keller Pils // In the first episode of a brand new mini-series where I focus on one iconic beer in each episode, I shine the light on Lost and Grounded Keller Pils thanks to input from Alex Troncoso, Adrian Tierney-Jones and Andy Parker. Next week - Five Points Railway Porter

Beer Prime - Episode 74 - 3rd Birthday episode

July 26, 2023 14:37 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

Episode 74: 3rd Birthday episode | Sadly my brewery guest was unable to record, so I thought I'd publish a Zoom link on Twitter and invite anybody along who'd like to chat about beer. Perhaps not the cleverest idea - that attracted a few "mooners" and somebody who was just about to say something awful before I managed to boot them out. On the good side though, Elusive Brewery's main man, Andy Parker, took pity on me and joined the call to save the day! So I had a great chat with Andy - no...

Beer Prime - Episode 73 - Torrside Brewing

July 05, 2023 20:24 - 1 hour - 51 MB

Episode 73 - Torrside Brewing In this episode I speak with Chris Clough of Torrside Brewing in Derbyshire. We discuss their smoked beers and Imperial Stouts that they are known for, but also why those are only a fraction of what they brew. We talk style transgression, experimental ingredients, the incredible bottle art from Emma Sidwell and the local Swizzles factory. Plus, of course, much more - including Dogs of War and Cats of Chaos! I also play some audio from my recent beer festival ...

Beer Prime - Episode 72 - UnBarred with Emma Inch

June 21, 2023 20:27 - 2 hours - 125 MB

Episode 72 - UnBarred with Emma Inch | I follow up with Jordan Mower from UnBarred Brewery in Brighton (my guest in Episode 34, back in October 2021). This time I record with Jordan in the brewery, having "supervised" a brew day of Joosy! I welcome Emma Inch as my guest co-host and we also meet Jane Peyton, the brains behind Beer Day Britain (every year on 15th June - the very day we recorded). You can also hear snippets from the brew day, with UnBarred's Russ and Gary. There's also a Sp...

Beer Prime - Episode 71 - Wiper and True

June 07, 2023 18:39 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Episode 71: Wiper and True | In this episode I speak with Michael Wiper, co-founder of Bristol's Wiper and True, who are celebrating their 10th birthday this year. We discuss their cuckoo brewing start, their recent move to a larger facility, their 6 birthday beer collaborations and much more. News covers the closure of Thirst Class Ales in Stockport and Siren's JD taking on the ENDURE 24-hour race all by himself! Plus, there's a message left on Speakpipe from Simon Webster, co-host of C...

Beer Prime - Episode 70 - Siren Craft Brew - 10th Anniversary Special

May 24, 2023 19:34 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB

Episode 70: Siren Craft Brew - 10th Anniversary Special | To celebrate Siren's 10th Anniversary, I speak with founder Darron Anley about the 10 year journey he's been on with the great team at the brewery - past and present. There are also some special messages left for Siren! If you want to leave a message for me, head to https://www.speakpipe.com/beerprime News stories feature Middle Child, Moonwake and Elusive Brewing. LINKS Siren Craft Brew - Website / Twitter / Instagram Middle Ch...

Beer Prime - Episode 69 - Jawbone Brewing

May 10, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Episode 69: Jawbone Brewing | In this episode, my guest is Ben Hughes, owner, brewer, packager and taproom barman at Jawbone Brewing, located in the affluent Strawberry Hill area of South West London, close to Twickenham. We talk about their start-up in the pandemic, getting all of the brew kit in with the boatyard's trusty forklift, planning a small footprint for the brew house, plus much more. NEWS features talk of more breweries potentially entering Administration and what that means; ...

Beer Prime - Episode 68 - Indie Rabble Brewing Co

April 26, 2023 16:25 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

Episode 68: Indie Rabble Brewing Co | In the latest Beer Prime episode, I welcome Dave Hayward who is the co-owner of Indie Rabble, the brewery so new that they haven't even moved into their brewery yet, or have a brew kit! Find out about everything they are doing pre-start up and what is in store for us beer fans once they are up and running. If you would like to let me know your thoughts on the podcast or to talk about anything else beer related, you can leave me a message on my new Spea...

Beer Prime - Episode 67 - Moonwake Beer Co

April 12, 2023 15:30 - 58 minutes - 42.6 MB

Episode 67 - Moonwake Beer Co | In this episode I speak with Sarah Sinclair and Vinny Rosario from Moonwake Beer Co. Established in 2021, they are part of the burgeoning Leith beer scene. Join us for chat about starting up in the middle of the pandemic, the long wait for their brew kit - which could have been much longer - and why they prefer to name their beers for the style and not with an elaborate "in-joke" name. Plus much more of course! Links: Moonwake - website / Twitter / Instagra...

Beer Prime - Episode 66 - We Are Beer and David Jesudason

March 29, 2023 14:37 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

Episode 66: We Are Beer and David Jesudason | In this episode I welcome TWO guests. First off is Beer Writer David Jesudason - we met in a Desi pub close to me and discussed David's forthcoming book on the same subject, amongst other things. A live tasting of the food which David ordered is a moment to savour! Next up is Tom Maya from Beer Festival organisers We Are Beer. We discuss their upcoming festivals in London, Manchester and Bristol, as well as past years operations and what is to ...

Beer Prime - Episode 65 - Homebrewer Special at Hop Stop with Middle Child

March 08, 2023 18:10 - 1 hour - 73 MB

Episode 65: Homebrewer Special at Hop Stop with Middle Child |  Recorded LIVE at Hop Stop in Reigate with special guest Fraser Withers from Middle Child Brewery, this is the Homebrewer Special! Four Homebrewers brought along their beers to be tasted and judged, as well as receive some advice from a pro brewer who was a Homebrewer himself just a couple of years ago. ** The audio in the live recording is not up to the quality that I had hoped for or expected. I had purchased a new mic for t...

Beer Prime - Episode 64 - Rooster's Brewing Co

February 22, 2023 15:43 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

Episode 64: Rooster's Brewing Co  ----- In this episode I talk with Tom Fozard, Commercial Director of Harrogate's Rooster's Brewing Co, who are celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. We talk about that 30 year history, divided between two families at the helm, their joint flasgship beers - Yankee and Baby-Faced Assassin, their relatively recent move back to Harrogate from Knaresborough, the US style Taproom, and their 30th Anniversary plans such as a Beer Festival (Suds with Buds)...

Beer Prime - Episode 63 - Exale Brewing Co

February 08, 2023 18:12 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

Episode 63: Exale Brewing Co In this episode I speak with Josh Walker, Head Brewer of Exale, based in Walthamstow, East London. We discuss many things about the brewery, including their amazing can label design with fantastic artwork from Inga Ziemele (@inguuuna on Twitter and Instagram and website: inga.land). Much more too!

Beer Prime - Episode 62 - Elusive Brewing Janet's Brown

January 25, 2023 13:21 - 1 hour - 47 MB

Episode 62: Elusive Brewing Janet's Brown In this episode I speak with Andy Parker from Elusive Brewing and we focus heavily on one of their new beers - Janet's Brown - an American Brown Ale brewed in collaboration with US Homebrew legend Jamil Zainasheff. We cover the background to the beer and its recipe, how Andy and Jamil came to brew their version of it and the brew day itself, as well as taste the beer. Grab yourself a can of Janet's Brown and sit down to listen all about it, then cra...

Beer Prime - Episode 61 - Mash Gang

January 11, 2023 17:11 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

Episode 61: Mash Gang Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. You may have decided to do Dry January, but even if you haven't (like me) this episode is well worth a listen as Mash Gang are No/Low Alcohol wizards and very funny guys too! So open up a can (of whatever ABV you care for) and listen to me chat with Jordan and Mike from Mash Gang.

Beer Prime - Episode 60 - Christmas Special 2022 - Sureshot plus Beer Writers Mark Dredge, Natalya Watson and Sarah Sinclair

December 21, 2022 18:55 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

Episode 60: Christmas Special 2022 This special episode features a conversation with Sureshot owner and brewer James Campbell, a stalwart of the beer scene in Manchester and even further afield. I also sit down with three eminent Beer Writers - Mark Dredge, Natalya Watson and Sarah Sinclair - as we nominate our Beers of the Year, the best places to go for beer (in our opinion!) and tip a few breweries, beer styles and trends for 2023! There's also some news about Elusive Brewing, Lost & G...

Beer Prime - Episode 59 - Jonny Garrett from The Craft Beer Channel

December 07, 2022 18:20 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

Episode 59 : Jonny Garrett from The Craft Beer Channel In this episode I welcome newly crowned Beer Writer of the Year, Jonny Garrett, as we talk about his YouTube channel - The Craft Beer Channel - as well as his book, A Year in Beer, and much more.

Beer Prime - Episode 58 - American Special Part Two

November 23, 2022 15:14 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

Episode 58: American Special Part Two Some 20 months after the first American Special, back in March 2021, we're back with three US breweries as well as Lotte from the Brewers Association. The breweries are DC Brau from Washington DC; Upslope Brewing Co from Boulder, Colorado; and Paradox Brewery in North Hudson, New York. All three are participating in a promotion in mid-December in Home Bargains stores around the UK. In the news, I talk about a few closures, plus a run-down of the Colla...

Beer Prime - Episode 57 - Long Man Brewery

November 09, 2022 19:34 - 1 hour - 71.8 MB

Episode 57: Long Man Brewery In this episode I speak to Tom O'Neil and Steve Perrin from East Sussex brewery, Long Man. We discuss their traditional ale roots and the copious amount of awards those beers win, plus their new craft range and where the brewery is heading. I also have a quick chat with Jamie Percival who runs a beer gift and subscription service called Beer Dad. Plus there's lots of news! LINKS Long Man - website | Twitter | Instagram Beer Dad - website | Twitter | Instagr...

Beer Prime - Episode 56 - Braybrooke Beer Company

October 26, 2022 18:35 - 52 minutes - 40 MB

Episode 56: Braybrooke Beer Company  In this episode, sponsored by White Ribbon UK, I speak with Luke Wilson from Braybrooke Beer Company about the lager-only brewery. We cover their motivation for concentrating on lager, why they will stick to their guns, whether its been tough to gain drinkers from a couple of sectors of beer fans, and much more. Links White Ribbon UK: https://www.whiteribbon.org.uk/ | https://twitter.com/whiteribbon_uk | https://www.instagram.com/whiteribbonuk/  Brayb...

Beer Prime - Episode 55 - Fierce Beer

October 13, 2022 17:21 - 1 hour - 48 MB

Episode 55: Fierce Beer In this episode, I chat with Dave Grant, co-founder of Aberdeen's Fierce Beer. We discuss their origins, what they owe to Aldi, their awards, their bars and much more. I also chat with Dr Stephen Burrell, a Trustee of White Ribbon UK, who are the new sponsors of the podcast. We discuss what men and boys can do to end violence against women and girls. Have a listen to Dr Burrell's podcast Now and Men too!

Beer Prime - Episode 54 - Tap Social Movement

September 28, 2022 17:25 - 58 minutes - 46.7 MB

Episode 54: Tap Social Movement In this episode, I welcome Brian Spencer from Oxford's Tap Social Movement, a craft brewery AND Social Justice Enterprise. Finding employment, often in the brewery's businesses, is what they're all about - plus making tasty beer (and baked goods!). Listen to Brian and I chat about what they do, their beers and much more. Plus news on Long Man Brewery's recent 6 award haul at the World Beer Awards and an update on Elusive's Collabageddon 2022. Also, I talk ...

Beer Prime - Episode 53 - Steve from the Beer O'Clock Show

September 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 64 MB

Episode 53: Steve from The Beer O'Clock Show I'm back behind the mic after a holiday and a bit of a rest from the podcast with a very special guest for you! If you're a connoisseur of Beer Podcasts then you will of course know of The Beer O'Clock Show and #Hopinions. Well, recently, Steve - the host of both of those shows - has called it a day and retired from podcasting. But that doesn't mean he wants to stop talking about beer! Oh no, he still has lots to say and it was a delight to chat ...

Beer Prime - Episode 52B - 2nd Birthday Special Edited Edition - Elusive Brewing

August 09, 2022 12:54 - 44 minutes - 33.3 MB

Episode 52B: 2nd Birthday Special Edited Edition - Elusive Brewing Well, that birthday special was epic, eh? Nearly 3 hours long! Some might be put off by that run-time, so I've done edited versions focusing on one of the two big guests in the special. This one features Andy Parker from Elusive Brewing. Hear all about what they’ve been up to since I spoke with Ruth last year, their 6th birthday Homebrew competition (and a bit about last year’s 5th birthday one) plus the EXCLUSIVE (at the t...

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