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Let's Sip! - A Craft Beer Podcast

Let's Sip! - A Craft Beer Podcast

By Brandon E. Gaylor

Let's Sip! pontificates on all things craft beer. Pour yourself a tall one and come drink with us!
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Episode 47: Boil, Baby, Boil!

Let's Sip! - A Craft Beer PodcastFeb 08, 2022

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Episode 47: Boil, Baby, Boil!
Feb 08, 202233:26
Episode 46: Boozy Heat, Hazy Hoppage

Episode 46: Boozy Heat, Hazy Hoppage

The New Year is slowly unraveling, but craft beer industry stories are coming in hot and heavy! We talk about the latest news developments. Plus, you'll never believe what Chicago brewery we found on Austin grocery shelves!
Jan 17, 202228:40
Episode 45: Baa Baa and Bad Tweets

Episode 45: Baa Baa and Bad Tweets

When it comes to craft beer, call us Huey Lewis, because we have the news! We cover some notable happenings in the scene before catching up on a lot of the beers consumed in the past couple of months. Happy New Year!
Jan 04, 202236:31
Episode 44: Good News, Good Brews

Episode 44: Good News, Good Brews

This time we talk about a beer you can find pretty much everywhere(and it is a hazy), and there is actually some interesting industry news to discuss. Dive into it!
Nov 01, 202123:51
Episode 43: Dog Days and Mind Haze

Episode 43: Dog Days and Mind Haze

The craft beer world feels a little stagnant as far as news goes! This must be the Dog Days of summer! Remember that Two Brothers beer? Regardless, we still have plenty to talk about, including two brewery visits!
Aug 01, 202130:45
Episode 42: Bars and Gardens...Gardens and Bars!

Episode 42: Bars and Gardens...Gardens and Bars!

There's actually a brief bit of news to discuss this week before we wax about a local bar specializing in Belgian beers. Then, find out what the acronym ABGB stands for!
Jun 28, 202125:55
Episode 41: Live on Location!

Episode 41: Live on Location!

The podcast is truly moving up in the world. Listen as we discuss a totally unrelated beer and then reveal the brewery we are actually at.
Jun 19, 202131:50
Episode 40: Hoppy Anniversary

Episode 40: Hoppy Anniversary

It would be an expectation to celebrate at 50 episodes, but who knows when we will get there? Instead, let's celebrate with a whole bunch of beer talk, and even a brief discussion on the new documentary film "Brewmance"!
Jun 08, 202138:58
Episode 39: A Tale of Two Patios

Episode 39: A Tale of Two Patios

For this episode, we jump right into recent beer adventures and save the news talk for the end. Should we switch it up more often?
May 12, 202127:35
Episode 38: Is This Thing Still On?

Episode 38: Is This Thing Still On?

Been gone awhile, but the show now rolls on! This one is a bit abbreviated, but the recipe remains the same.
Apr 25, 202124:41
Episode 37: Dank You So Much

Episode 37: Dank You So Much

As always, we've got the news bits that are juicier than a hyped IPA!

And it's all about the hops in this week's tasting discussion. We earn the episode title and sample some coincidental citrus India Pale Ales.

Oct 22, 202050:01
Episode 36: The Malties Falcon

Episode 36: The Malties Falcon

Some big news drops at the start of the record, saving an otherwise uneventful news week. We then sample a couple of beers with decidedly more malty profiles; an appropriate distinction considering the cooling fall nights.

Oct 15, 202035:19
Episode 35: Taming the Tastebuds

Episode 35: Taming the Tastebuds

What hop best defines you as a person? We discuss hop identification and trying to train those pesky tastebuds.

Also, has our run of successes in the tasting notes segment come to a halt? Pour yourself a cold one and smash the play button!

Oct 08, 202030:52
Episode 34: Consistency You Shouldn't Count On

Episode 34: Consistency You Shouldn't Count On

This week coffee meets beer, but not in the way one would expect. A slow news week means more room for talking about recent tastings, and fortunately there have been plenty of those.

Have we found another IPA to add to the regular rotation? 

Sep 30, 202039:07
Episode 33: Reminiscing and Retro Themes

Episode 33: Reminiscing and Retro Themes

We try not to mention the pandemic as we reflect on happier beer seasons. After the latest in hot brewery gossip, we discuss a beer by a brewery making recent headlines(and this episode is no exception)!

Sep 23, 202027:02
Episode 32: It's A Two-Fer

Episode 32: It's A Two-Fer

There's some optimistic new beer news to share this week before we focus on one of Texas' more established breweries in our staple sippin' segment.

Sep 17, 202039:49
Episode 31: Hobbies on Hiatus

Episode 31: Hobbies on Hiatus

In this episode we are talking about how Surly really stepped in it as well as other news tidbits. Did we finally get around to sampling an Octoberfest beer this week? Tune in to find out!

Sep 08, 202034:29
Episode 30: Too Hot For Beer?

Episode 30: Too Hot For Beer?

We mix it up this episode by talking about a new beer release right away! We then get into some mostly optimistic beer news while sipping on a craft beer staple. Do we prattle on way too long? We'll never say...

Aug 29, 202041:56
Episode 29: Coming Clean

Episode 29: Coming Clean

There's a controversy at the top of the show! We also sip on an unexpected selection after covering some coronavirus-skewed craft beer headlines.

Jul 26, 202029:55
Episode 28: Essential Oils Indeed!

Episode 28: Essential Oils Indeed!

We ramble about canning for way too long in this episode. We then cover some brewery developments before taking a dank ride with a Tupps Brewing ale.

Jun 26, 202042:10
Episode 27: Bitter and Extra Special

Episode 27: Bitter and Extra Special

We touch on new developments from Allagash Brewing and discuss some industry news. We then pour out a couple cans from two Texas craft breweries.


Jun 15, 202050:57
Episode 26: Community Service

Episode 26: Community Service

We discuss our first tastes of some regional Texas beers and highlight some notable news stories in the craft beer world.

Also check out The Mutated Strain, an experimental narrative podcast out now on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Anchor.fm

May 26, 202028:15
Bonus: The Mutated Strain

Bonus: The Mutated Strain

Here is a preview/shameless plug of the new experimental narrative podcast The Mutated Strain.  Find it on Spotify and Anchor.fm.  Other p-cast platforms coming soon!

May 23, 202009:51
Episode 25: Feelings
May 11, 202034:22
Episode 24: Beer Therapy

Episode 24: Beer Therapy

We catch up on some overdue homework, talk the beer economy and explore two recent selections from the local beer shop.

Apr 18, 202036:08
Episode 23: New Beer 'Research'

Episode 23: New Beer 'Research'

We get controversial(gasp) in the first segment of the episode. We then venture out on a sampling of the newer(or, new to us) beers that have hit the market recently.

Apr 03, 202033:16
Episode 22: Crazy Catch-Up

Episode 22: Crazy Catch-Up

After a long hiatus, we're back to talk beer! We share belated thoughts on the Ballast Point sale and sample an IPA from Indiana.

Mar 26, 202029:57
Episode 21: Boulders and the Rocky Craft Beer Road

Episode 21: Boulders and the Rocky Craft Beer Road

We discuss Boulder Beer flipping the biz script. We also chronicle some job search struggles and examine the state of the craft beer union.
Oct 19, 201921:43
Episode 20: From China To Michigan

Episode 20: From China To Michigan

Today's topics prove that craft beer is officially taking over the world. We discuss how the recently imposed tariffs might affect the industry, and cover some interesting developments coming out of the Michigan beer scene.
Sep 04, 201918:07
Episode 19: Dogfish Head Does the Unthinkable

Episode 19: Dogfish Head Does the Unthinkable

We try to bring some objectivity to the crazy, unexpected recent merger news coming from the Delaware brewery.
May 14, 201926:49
Episode 18: Gateway Beers and Buckling Down

Episode 18: Gateway Beers and Buckling Down

In this episode we talk about the concept of 'gateway beers.' There's also a slapdash history lesson about National Beer Day, and we got our hands on a can of Buckledown's latest IIPA.
Apr 07, 201925:20
Episode 17: It's All Gotta Be O-ffi-cial

Episode 17: It's All Gotta Be O-ffi-cial

We braved the elements to taste Rice IPAs and make the overdue journey to Old Irving Brewing Company in Chicago. We then discuss Bells Brewery's new take on the hazy IPA.
Mar 14, 201931:51
Episode 16: What Are Zion Curtains?

Episode 16: What Are Zion Curtains?

After a trip to Sundance, we explore a too-brief introduction to the Utah craft beer scene and discuss the state's strict liquor laws.
Feb 07, 201926:31
Episode 15: You Down With TTB?

Episode 15: You Down With TTB?

In this very special educational episode, we explore the 'partial' government shutdown's effects on the beer world.
Jan 18, 201916:51
Episode 14: Craft Beer Abundance

Episode 14: Craft Beer Abundance

In a shorter-than-usual episode, we make way for a malty, hoppy, delicious 2019 by commenting on some of the Brewers Association 2018 stats. What was your first beer of the new year?
Jan 06, 201908:37
Episode 13: Seven Beers and a Movie

Episode 13: Seven Beers and a Movie

In this episode we celebrate a recent New Beer Thursday and a case of serious serendipity. Then, fresh off a screening, we review the new documentary "Brewmaster."
Dec 25, 201830:08
Episode 12: Agenda TBD

Episode 12: Agenda TBD

In this holiday-casual episode, we rehash the recent round of Black Friday imbibing. We also briefly discuss the incomparable Loral hop and a 'drinkthrough' of a local watering hole taplist.
Dec 01, 201836:01
Episode 11: Cooper & Hooper, or How I Learned to Love the Milwaukee Beer Scene

Episode 11: Cooper & Hooper, or How I Learned to Love the Milwaukee Beer Scene

Things get historical as we discuss coopering and past beer trends. Plus, we recap a recent trip to the Brew City itself, Milwaukee.
Nov 04, 201835:38
Episode 10: Heroes and Bulldogs

Episode 10: Heroes and Bulldogs

In this episode we sip on a delicious double dry-hopper from Revolution Brewing, and reflect on a recent first visit to Chicago-area chain Bulldog Ale House.
Oct 23, 201831:42
Episode 9: AB-InBev Didn't Win the War; YOU Lost

Episode 9: AB-InBev Didn't Win the War; YOU Lost

This episode is part rant, part commentary on the state of the craft beer industry. So much speculation and blame happening, it's almost as bad as the stock market!
Oct 17, 201822:07
Episode 8: Half Acre Beer Co.'s Far & Away

Episode 8: Half Acre Beer Co.'s Far & Away

In this episode we dive into a full recap of the first-ever Half Acre Invitational, Far & Away. The event took place in Chicago, IL on October 13, 2018.
Oct 16, 201847:29
Episode 7: Woodstock Ale Fest and Infinite Galaxies

Episode 7: Woodstock Ale Fest and Infinite Galaxies

In this episode we expound on our visit to the 5th annual Woodstock Ale Fest. We also acknowledge a local beer gem and give the Galaxy hop its due.
Oct 08, 201841:38
Episode 6: A Craft Beer Primer

Episode 6: A Craft Beer Primer

In this episode, the podcast caters to newbies with the Let's Sip Craft Beer Primer. Then, it's time for a first sip of Melvin Brewing, new to the Chicago market.
Oct 02, 201839:53
Episode 5: Beer Festivals and Tropical Ghosts

Episode 5: Beer Festivals and Tropical Ghosts

It's beer festival season, so let's discuss the GABF medals(for Illinois and Chicago) and Beerhoptacular. We then feature a big, hazy IPA from Forbidden Root.
Sep 25, 201840:46
Episode 4: Hemp Beer and Why #DrinkLocal Matters

Episode 4: Hemp Beer and Why #DrinkLocal Matters

On this episode, we discuss the new 'hemp beer' from Sweetwater, beer seasons, and the importance of the uptick in local beer interest.
Sep 18, 201820:02
Episode 3: Hazy Tastes and Unsolicited Opinions

Episode 3: Hazy Tastes and Unsolicited Opinions

In this episode, we discuss beer coding, and using beer reviews to make purchasing decisions. We also talk new hazy releases from a couple of West Coast breweries.
Sep 05, 201822:09
Episode 2: Conventions, Misconceptions, and Beer Trends

Episode 2: Conventions, Misconceptions, and Beer Trends

We discuss the differences between brewpubs and taprooms, one of the biggest current beer trends and a few breweries who are always worthy of a pint purchase.
Aug 27, 201827:15
\u000AEpisode 1: Paper Umbrella and Canning Concerns

\u000AEpisode 1: Paper Umbrella and Canning Concerns

On Episode One of Let's Sip, we review Goose Island's new Tropical IPA Paper Umbrella. We also discuss Boston Beer Co.'s canning headaches and showcase some recent solid beer releases.
Aug 21, 201822:58