Tap That AZ - The Arizona Craft Beer Podcast
396 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsHear the fascinating stories behind the exploding Arizona craft beer scene directly from the people who are making it happen.
When you live in the desert you have to stay hydrated. Or you die. Simple. But who says you always have to drink boring old lame water? There are PLENTY of options to get a tasty handcrafted beer.
**Disclaimer: Make sure you drink LOTS of water in the desert. Seriously. Don't be dumb. You need that out here. Or you really will die**
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Episodes
24 Hour Hops
October 16, 2018 04:00 - 24 minutes - 13.7 MBIn this episode I sit down with Greg and Kyle from 24 Hour Hops in Maricopa. If you are like me I love this time of the year. Beautiful weather here in Arizona, events galore and of course, fresh wet hopped beer. But these guys are trying to change this wet hop thing from a one time per year thing to a year round thing. There is one thing hops really love and we have plenty of that here in Arizona: sunshine. I’ve had both beers made with these hops and let me tell you, I was impressed. The b...
Caskwerks Distillery
October 09, 2018 04:00 - 48 minutes - 27.7 MBCaskwerks Distillery products have been on Arizona craft spirits shelves and winning awards for the past few years but things were taken to another level this year when they opened up their Tempe tasting room. Fantastic craft cocktails made within just a dozen feet from where their handcrafted spirits are made highlight the experience. Add on an exception food program created by Craig from Fire & Foraged and you have a recipes for success. In this episode I hang out with owners John and Ch...
OHSO Brewing & Distillery
October 02, 2018 04:00 - 31 minutes - 18.1 MBIn this episode I hang out with owner Jon Lane to talk about the story behind this Arizona favorite brewery, distillery, neighborhood hangout, restaurant, the list goes on. Jon is a super cool charismatic guy who is passionate about all that he does. Enjoy the show!
Oro Brewing Company
September 24, 2018 12:12 - 50 minutes - 29 MBTo the guys at Oro Brewing Company being part of up-and-coming downtown Mesa is a big deal. Coming up on their two-year anniversary they are already a huge part of the revitalization of this historical area. And with beers like the Saison d’ Oro and the Elevate Nepal Coffee Blonde it makes sense. Fantastic beers paired with great local partnerships creates a recipe for success for this young brewery. In this episode I sit down with owners Chuck and Dave as well as Jesse the head brewer to ta...
Sentinel Peak Brewing Company
September 18, 2018 04:00 - 52 minutes - 29.9 MBI’m kind of sorry if you get sick of me talking about Sentinel Peak Brewing Company. I say “kind of” because you REALLY need to know about this place and go there. Today. Drop all your responsibilities and go. Take all the PTO you have and just go. They have great beer. And a smoker. And a great patio. And the best blue cheese on Earth. And an amazing team. I could go on and on. But you don’t want that. Just listen to this interview with Jermey, one of the owners, and you’ll be hooked too. E...
Sedona Beer Company
September 10, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode I sit down with Kali and Mac from Sedona Beer Company to talk about the awesomeness of having 2 patios with a view as well as Macs approach to making unique beers. Enjoy the show!
Village Coffee Roastery
September 03, 2018 04:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this episode I sit down with owner Lisa and GM Kurt from Village Coffee Roastery in Scottsdale. In my option VCR is the most underrated Arizona coffee roastery. Passion and science back me up on this one. I really love these guys and the craft coffee they're making. Enjoy the show!
Limelight Brewing
August 27, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode with Nick and Dale Butler from Limelight Brewing as well as Chef Kevin Binkley. Limelight is the in-house brewery for Binkleys Restaurant but some recent changes have made is possible to try this fantastic beer in other places as well. This father/son brewing duo knows their beer, Chef Binkley knows his food and they were all a joy to talk with. Enjoy the show!
Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
August 20, 2018 04:00 - 54 minutes - 100 MBPueblo Vida Brewing Company is known around the Southwest as one of the top breweries in the region. And for good reason. This place makes killer beers time after time. In this episode I sit down with Pueblo Vida owners Kyle and Linette along with Saywells Design owner Ryan. We talk about the importance of community as well as the process of creating one-of-a-kind can art. Enjoy the show!
Kings Beer & Wine
August 13, 2018 18:26 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode I sit down with Mickey Salem from "Kings Beer & Wine". Mickey is the guy you want to buy beer from. A straightforward New Yorker with a wealth of knowledge on craft beer he'll tell you if something is good or not. He wants you to enjoy whatever it is you leave his store with. And trust me, you have a TON to choose from. Next time you're near downtown Phoenix stop into his place, grab a pint and see what all the hype is about. Enjoy the show!
Real Wild & Woody Beer Festival - 2018
August 10, 2018 11:05 - 59 minutes - 109 MBThis episode was recorded on location at the 2018 Real Wild & Woody Indoor Beer Festival at the Phoenix Convention Center. Lets just say that the conversations became more "interesting" as the festival progressed. However, it was a great time had by all and I am looking forward to covering this festival in the future. Enjoy the show!
College Street Brewhouse
August 06, 2018 04:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode my man Orlando Martinez from Hangar 24 Brewery takes over hosting duties to talk with Jason and JT from College Street Brewhouse out of Lake Havasu. Orlando had been telling me about these guys and the amazing stuff they were doing. So we decided to take a road trip and I was not disappointed. Super cool dudes and they make some fantastic beers. Keep an eye out for these guys. Enjoy the show!
Arizona Wine Monk
August 03, 2018 11:42 - 1 hour - 141 MBYou have never met anyone quite like the Arizona Wine Monk. The way he dresses, the way he talks, and just the way he presents himself. He is a truly unique individual and I am so glad that we have him here in Arizona to helps us all understand wine a little bit better. In this episode co-host Chris Dodson and I sit with with the Arizona Wine Monk. In fact this whole episode was put together by Chris and he took the reigns of the interview. I pretty much sat back and Googled all the new wo...
Jarmans Craft Coffee
August 01, 2018 14:08 - 43 minutes - 78.8 MBIn this episode co-host Chris Dodson and I sit down with Jamie Jarman, founder of Jarmans Craft Coffee. Jamie is known in the Arizona craft beer circle as a great guy who has great taste in beer. But coffee was his segway into beer and he is now turning his love for great coffee into a business. And let me tell you...he knows his stuff! I mean, a bourbon barrel aged coffee? Nuff said. Keep an eye out for his coffee and enjoy the show.
Black Bridge Brewery
July 30, 2018 04:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThe first time I saw the name Black Bridge Brewery it was on tap at Craft 64 in Scottsdale. An Arizona brewery that I've never heard of with a wheat wine with an 14% ABV called Wicked Poison. Well with that ABV I HAVE to try it. And it was fantastic! Fast forward 1 year and I'm with my dude Orlando Martinez from Hangar 24 on our way to Lake Havasu. He tells me we have to stop at Black Bridge but tells me nothing more wanting me to draw my own conclusions. And the result was me being blown of...
Brewz Traveler
July 27, 2018 04:00 - 48 minutes - 89.6 MBOne of the first times I hung out with Keaton Arnlund, aka Brewz Traveler, he road up to Verde Valley with us to do our episode with Sinagua Malt. He brought his badass drone and the whole trip up we were geeking out about how awesome it was going to be to get drone footage of the Verde River and the farms where the barley was being grown. Long story short: 20 seconds into it maiden voyage Air Force Brewz hit a branch and sunk to the bottom of the river. I even offered to jump in to try to r...
Greenwood Brewing
July 23, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBIn this episode Erik Merkow and I sit down with Megan Greenwood of Greenwood Brewing. To her beer is more than just the best beverage of all time. Its a way for her to highlight all of the great accomplishments of women not just in the beer world but everywhere. Her first widely-available beer, a crisp refreshing and totally crushable pale ale called Herstory is all about that: sharing the stories of amazing women. I really enjoyed talking with Megan and can't wait to see where this all goes...
The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild 2018
July 20, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 82.1 MBRob Fullmer, the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and the craft brewer guilds all across the country are the ones who fight for our right to party. Or just drink great craft beer. Either way its a pretty important job. In this conversation with Rob we talk about the upcoming ACBG events including the Real, Wild & Woody Beer Festival that occurs July 28th as well as all the other fun and exciting stuff he does. Enjoy the show!
Ed Sipos - Arizona Brewing History
July 16, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode Scott Keys from Beers N Buddies joins me as my co-host. Not only is Scott a craft beer enthusiast but he is also a real life historian. Like, for real. And what a perfect co-host for this episode because we sit down to talk with Ed Sipos the author of "Brewing Arizona: A Century of Beer in the Grand Canyon State" to learn about....well, I think the title says it all. Enjoy the show!
Cartwrights Modern Cuisine
July 13, 2018 12:40 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn this episode I sit down with guest hosts Tamara Stanger and Erik Merkow to chat with Brett Vibber, owner and chef at Cartwrights Modern Cuisine. Brett is redefining what we think of as Arizona cuisine. Arizona is home to one of the most vibrant ecosystems on Earth and the amount of amazing food that this land provides will blow you away. Brett is teaching us all what Arizona cuisine actually is. Enjoy the show!
Noble Creature Cask House
July 09, 2018 04:00 - 37 minutes - 69.4 MBFor over half of the 20th century Youngstown, Ohio was the place to be. The "Steel Valley" was one of the strongest cities in the "Industrial Heartland of North America". The removal of the steel industry in the 1960's and 1970's brought this city to its knees and its hasn't been able to stand up ever since. Since 1990 the city has lost nearly 30% of its population. Over the years it has been in the national news but not for the right reasons. At different points over the past few decades ...
Event Conversations: Pour Event at Scottsdale Beer Company
July 06, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 207 MBThis episode was recorded live at the AZ Food & Beer/AZ Food & Wine Pour Event at Scottsdale Beer Company. Jose Acevedo from the Finding Arizona Podcast and his lovely fiance Britt were the special guest hosts for this episode. We were very proud to help raise funds for Cortney's Place at this event. Thank you to all of the participants of this event including OHSO Distillery, Cider Corps, Page Springs Cellars, Oddity Wine Collective, artist Katie Kral, and musician Michael Maleckar. Enjoy t...
Event Conversations: Iconic Takeover with AZ Bitters Lab at Adventurous Stills
July 02, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 187 MBOn May 18th I was invited to a craft cocktail event at Adventurous Stills in Tempe. Joining Adventurous Stills was Iconic Cocktail Co. and AZ Bitters Labs to create one-of-a-kind cocktails. Joining me as co-host for this episode was Page, the host of Neatly on the Rocks podcast. If you haven't checked out her show do it now. This episode is a collection of the conversations we had with the people at this awesome event. Enjoy!
Event Conversations: Rhiba Farms Spring Fling Farmraiser Dinner
June 25, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 129 MBOn May 19th I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Rhiba Farms Spring Fling Farmraiser Dinner to record a podcast. I mean, some of the best chefs in Arizona collaboraitng with one of the best breweries in the state with The Shop Beer Co.....you can't go wrong. It started off with a bang by getting to talk with Chris Bianco but the cast of chefs was amazing and they were such great people. Enjoy the episode filled with conversations with some of the top food people in Arizona.
Tap & Bottle
June 18, 2018 04:30 - 28 minutes - 52.3 MBSince opening 5 years ago Tap & Bottle in Tucson has had a major impact on the craft beer scene. Aside from just being a badass craft beer bar/bottle shop Tap & Bottle has also collaborated with some prominent Arizona breweries including Arizona Wilderness and The Shop Beer Co. In this episode we talk with T& B owner Rebecca to discuss the journey of T & B as well as their 5 year anniversary party June 23rd and the collaboration beer they did to celebrate. Enjoy the show!
Stonecutters Industries
June 11, 2018 04:30 - 51 minutes - 93.7 MBIn this episode I sit down with Alexander Benjamin Phillips IV and Dan Choiniere, founders of Stonecutters Industries. Stonecutters is responsible for the lovely annual BeerDior calendar and countless other amazing things. These guys have been the best of friends for years and are wealths of knowledge about beer. Enjoy the show!
Grand Canyon Brewing Company
June 04, 2018 04:30 - 52 minutes - 96.2 MBIn this episode I sit down with Alex Phillips from Grand Canyon Brewing Company. Its always great talking to Alex and having him on the show was a no brainer. And he didn't disappoint. Enjoy the show!
Upcoming Event - June 7th Downtown Gilbert Taste-About
June 02, 2018 17:38 - 43 minutes - 79.8 MBIn this episode I sit down with Don Byus and Jason Rowe from Brass Tap - Gilbert to talk about their place along with the June 7th AZ Food and Beer/AZ food and Wine Taste-About in Downtown Gilbert. Erik Merkow joins as my co-host. Get to the event on June 7th! Enjoy the show. Enjoy an amazing evening of fun and tastings at our first AZ Food and Wine and AZ Food and Beer Taste About in downtown Gilbert! Check-in will start at Brass Tap where you will receive your passes for the event and be...
Bottle Breacher
May 28, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn this special Memorial Day episode we have the honor of featuring 2 military veterans on the show. Guest host Justin Cross from Earn Your Booze sits down to chat with Eli Crane a former Navy Seal about his company Bottle Breacher out of Tucson. If you haven't seen what Bottle Breacher does go check them out right now. And then enjoy the show!
Upcoming Event - May 31st at Scottsdale Beer Co.
May 25, 2018 16:52 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MBOn May 31st we will be enjoying our 2nd Pour Event. This one will be at Scottsdale Beer Company. Along with my co-host Erik Merkow we talk with Doug Ledger from Scottsdale Beer Co, Josh Duren from Cider Corps, and Jessica Evans from OHSO to discuss all the amazing things that will go on at the event as well as other AZ beverage related topics. Join us for a night of food, craft beer, wine and spirit tasting with all Arizona purveyors. We'll have a number of beers, and wines along with some...
1912 Brewing
May 21, 2018 04:30 - 40 minutes - 74.4 MBShow notes by the infamous Classy Alcoholic: So many of the microbreweries in Tucson have made significant contributions to the hype and fame that’s defined the Arizona craft beer scene for the last half-decade. 1912 Brewing Co is a place that has been producing quality beer for a couple of years but has somehow managed to fly under the radar thus far. The locals love them and they’ve been on the lips (both figuratively and literally) of the few Phoenix beer enthusiasts who have made the t...
Bonus Event Episode: Rhiba Farms Spring Fling Farmraiser Dinner
May 17, 2018 01:36 - 37 minutes - 69 MBWhat: Rhiba Farms Spring Fling Farmraiser Dinner When: Saturday, May 19th from 5pm until 8pm Where: Rhiba Farms, 40792 N Rattlesnake Ln, San Tan Valley AZ 85140Get Tickets HERE What started off as a low voltage contracting business in Chandler is now home to a 3.3 acre urban farm known as Rhiba Farms. Noticing a void locally for wheatgrass the farm starting off with this simple crop to meet the demand across the valley for this popular health juice ingredient. The roster of crops have now ...
AZ Food & Beer Pour event: Acoustics and Ales
May 14, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 146 MBWhen I started this podcast in late 2017 my vision was much greater than just an Arizona local craft beverage podcast. From the beginning my goal was to continue add new elements (writing, photography, video, events, etc) to allow it to morph into something even better. In July of 2017 I was introduced to Erik Merkow, founder of AZ Food and Wine. With Eriks experience and our common ground on key personal and professional values I knew that we would become a force to be reckoned with. Fas...
Wren House Brewing Company
May 07, 2018 04:30 - 52 minutes - 96.1 MBIn this episode I sit down with Drew and the ever-elusive Preston from Wren House Brewing Company. I profess my love for their beer and we talk about stuff. Enjoy the show!
Superstition Meadery
April 30, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 124 MBDid you know that we have one of the top mead producers in the world right here in good old Arizona?!?! And it’s run by some amazing people. Today’s episode features the owners of Superstition Meadery. We were truly given the royal treatment for our visit and their world class hospitality is matched by world class craft beverages they produce. Enjoy the episode but also make the short trip to Prescott to see for yourself why this place is world renowned 🤘🏻🍯🍷
Blue Pint Society
April 26, 2018 04:30 - 45 minutes - 83.5 MBIn this episode, guest host Chris Dodson got together, at The Shop Beer Company, with Marc Semler, Matt Trethewey and Greg Sorrels from the Beer Research Institute, and Jason Rowe from the Brass Tap to talk about Marc's Blue Pint Society. Enjoy the show! Click to donate or learn more about the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation - https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/
Trapp Haus BBQ
April 23, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 121 MBIn this episode Jesse Perry, aka Mr. Downtown Phoenix takes over hosting duties and hangs out with Phil the Grill from Trapp Haus BBQ along with Dustin from Helio Basin. Enjoy the show!
Beer School 6.0
April 16, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 191 MBIn this episode I am joined by AZ Beer Jedi as my co-host. We talk to all the amazingly interesting people at Helton Beer School 6.0 including a guy who has jaw bone spurs on his shoes. Huge shoutout to my man Chris Dodson who edits all my episodes. This one was quite a challenge as he to cut down about 2.5 hours of content. Chris, nice work!
Gentlemens Cigars
April 09, 2018 04:30 - 1 hour - 124 MBGentlemens Cigars are all about quality. Quality materials, quality rollers and quality company vision. In this episode I sit down with 3 of the 4 owners to discuss how their cigars are unlike any other cigars on the market. And trust me, these are some amazing cigars. Check out their website to get your hands on one. Enjoy the show!
Steadfast Farm and Arizona Wilderness
April 03, 2018 11:17 - 1 hour - 119 MBIn this episode we are joined by Erich Schultz Steadfast Farm and Chase Saraiva from Arizona Wilderness Brewing. We talk about how these 2 great local companies are playing their role in bringing agriculture, locally sourced food and locally sourced beer to the forefront of the Arizona food and beverage scene.
Jesse Perry - Mr. Downtown Phoenix
March 26, 2018 13:15 - 1 hour - 120 MBIf you have ever been to Helio Basin Brewing Co. (or had any of their canned beers) or Mother Bunch Brewing you have seen the beautiful artwork of Jesse Perry aka Mr. Downtown Phoenix. In this episode I sit down with Jesse along with Mother Bunch Brewer Omar and Jose Acevedo, host of the awesome local podcast, Finding Arizona. We talk to Jesse about his personal story and discuss how art and beer are going to be the key pieces to the rise of downtown Phoenix. Enjoy the show!
Mother Bunch Brewing Company
March 16, 2018 10:58 - 59 minutes - 108 MBIn this episode guest host Jesse Perry (Mr. Downtown Phoenix) and I sit down with owner Julie and brewer Omar from Mother Bunch Brewing Company. Enjoy the show!
2018 Arizona Strong Beer Fest
March 12, 2018 00:00 - 38 minutes - 69.6 MBGoing into Strong Beer Fest I had a game plan. Kind of. One hour into it that game plan was gone. But I still had a mic and a recorder. So this happened...
Who Walks In The Door - Episode 2
March 05, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 130 MBEpisode 2 finds the ladies once again in the taproom of The Shop Beer Co. where unsuspecting guests have the time of their life drinking some of the best double IPA's Arizona has to offer. Enjoy the show!
Beer School 5.0
February 26, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 131 MBIn this episode I am joined by my pal The Classy Alcoholic at Helton Beer School 5.0. We talk with the guests and participants alike and have a grand old time. Enjoy the show!
Cloth & Flame featuring Huss Brewing and Pig & Pickle
February 19, 2018 05:30 - 36 minutes - 65.9 MBOne day I was mindlessly scrolling through the Instagram suggested pictures/accounts like I sometimes do and I came across a picture that actually made me tap on it. Now I know it doesn’t sound like anything impressive but trust me it is. Unless it’s a picture of beer I rarely even slow down. But this picture captured my attention. It was a long wooden dinner table with smiling people lining each side enjoying each other’s company while waiting for what I assume will be an amazing meal. That...
Chef Tamara Stanger - Helio Basin Brewing Company
February 12, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 110 MBIn this episode I finally get to sit down with Tamara the multi awarding winning chef from from Basin and talk about the amazing food she rocks out of that kitchen. I am a huge fan of her food and an even bigger fan of her as a person. In this interview you'll see why. Enjoy the show!
Fire & Foraged
February 05, 2018 09:20 - 58 minutes - 107 MBIn this episode I sit down with Craig and Judd from "Fire and Foraged", the mobile kitchen stationed at The Shop Beer Co. Awesome dudes making awesome food that goes great with some awesome beer. Enjoy the show!
Who Walks In The Door - Episode 1
January 30, 2018 03:22 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MBOk, so I got bullied out of my own show this time. In the last episode I hung out with Mikel Anne from the Shop, Erin from Huss and Liz from Whining Pig to talk about the Women's Collaboration, Murder She Oats. But when we finished up they were having such a good time I just said “hey, keep it rolling!” So they did. And this episode is a result of that. I actually went back to the brewery talk with the boys from the shop while they did this so I didn’t even know what was going on but they cr...
2018 Arizona Womens Brew
January 22, 2018 01:21 - 39 minutes - 72.2 MBFor the past 3 years the awesome women of the Arizona craft beer scene have been getting together to brew some beers of their own. The goal is to raise awareness for women in the industry as well as giving back to women in the communities of Arizona. This year they all got together and brewed a throwback IPA called Murder She Oats and even made an awesome t-shirt with Angela Lansbury on it. Keep an eye out for the beer for AZ Beer Week, In this episode I sit down with Mikel Anne from The S...