Episode 267 - Jen Blair, New Realm Brewing (COVID-19 Quarantine Edition)

Episode 267 - Jen Blair, New Realm Brewing (COVID-19 Quarantine Edition)

Happy Monday, Thieves! This week we're trying out some new audio options and recording the show from Zoom. We think it sounds a little bit better but let us know what you think. We're also bringing back the concept of the black glass. 

Executive Producer Justin Kennedy picked up some beers locally and sent to John and Augie. They were wrapped in foil (and even a bottle cap was covered) and the guy's spouses poured into black glasses. It brought some fun back to the show. 

And Justin was got an assist from the beer selection from today's guest: Jen Blair of New Realm Brewing Co. 

She sums up what's she's doing and where she has been:
 "Currently, I’m training approximately 30 New Realm employees to take their Level 2 Cicerone exam in April at both our Atlanta and Virginia Beach locations, while studying for my Master Cicerone exam as well as the next level of my BJCP certification. I also co-host a podcast called False Bottomed Girls that’s focused on beer education for all, but women in particular. My newest project is a plant-based food and beer pairing series with my friend and fellow Advanced Cicerone and beer educator, Asa Stone. Our goal is to provide beer lovers who follow plant-based diets with their own version of The Brewmasters Table. I started both projects because I saw a lack of women educators in both the podcasting and beer pairing areas.

Prior to joining New Realm, I was the Executive Director for the North American Craft Maltsters Guild, which is an international trade organization dedicated to promoting craft malt and providing resources and education for small-scale craft maltsters. I not only provided members with education and support but also traveled throughout the US and internationally to present about craft malt and malt sensory. Beer is an agricultural product and I continue to advocate support for local farmers and businesses throughout the beer supply chain."

We had a lot of fun talking with her about recipes, brewery growth, and education. Hope you enjoy listening. 

Wishing you a calm, peaceful, and reflective Memorial Day. 

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Co-hosts: Augie Carton & John Holl Producer: Justin Kennedy Engineer: Brian Casse Music: "Abstract Concepts - What Up in the Streets" by Black Ant.