This Week in Craft Beer

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Alex from The Hive Craft Beer and Coffee Shop based in Crowthorne, Berkshire.

Alex and Emma opened The Hive in 2020, and it quickly established a reputation as arguably the best-stocked and all-around nicest Bottleshop and Taproom in the Thames Valley.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast Steve from Eight Arch Brewing Co based in Wimborne in Dorset.

Eight Arch was formed to return brewing to Wimborne after a gap of almost 80 years, with a focus on hop-forward Pales and IPAs, and dark & roasty stouts.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast Stephen from Lacada Brewery based in Portrush on the North Coast of Ireland.

Lacada is a community owned co-operative brewery launched in 2014, and has its origins in a love of beer and brewing, a love of place, and a love of people.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast Jonny from Northdown Brewery based in Margate.

Northdown was launched in 2018, with a focus on big, hazy hop hitters, as well as classic ales for keg and cask.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Adam and Jo from Neckstamper Brewing based in Leyton, Northeast London.

Adam founded Neckstamper in 2016, after a varied early career encompassing both Formula One and Banking, whilst Jo brewed at Sambrooks, Hackney and Beavertown prior to joining Neckstamper in 2021.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Ant and Ant from The Butchers Hook Micropub based in Southampton.

The Butchers Hook first started pouring draft Craft Beer in 2014, and I was thrilled to record in person with the guys, just an hour before they throw open the doors for their tenth birthday party celebration weekend!

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Chris from Modest Beer based in County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Chris started out as a homebrewer, and was inspired to launch Modest Beer in 2019, following the success of a Kolsch-style beer brewed for a friend's restaurant.

Things have moved on at a pace since then, and Modest are building a great reputation throughout Northern Ireland and beyond.

I am delighted to welcome back to the podcast Jack from Anspach & Hobday on the eve of their 10th Anniversary Celebrations, for the first time since we last spoke on Episode 101 back in March 2022.

I am delighted to welcome back to the podcast Jonny from Pipeline Brewing Co. based in St Agnes in Cornwall.

We had a lot to catch up on, as we last spoke in Episode 60.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Steve, Tom and Huw from The Escapist Brew Pub based in Chichester, West Sussex.

Steve and Tom opened the Escapist as a Craft Beer Bar in 2020, in a desire to create the sort of venue for Chichester that they would like to drink in. In the summer of 2022.

Huw joined the Team as Head Brewer, as the Escapist officially became a brew pub!

Join me as I catch up with Dave from Nothing Bound Brewery based in Bewdley, Worcestershire for an update 18 months on from our original conversation.

Nothing Bound was launched by Dave in 2018, to produce beer for all to enjoy. Brewed with care and without compromise. For family, friends and beer lovers everywhere.

Join me as I catch-up with Ryan for the first time in almost 3 years!

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Nige and Shippo from Bang The Elephant Brewery based at Langley Mill in the East Midlands.

Bang The Elephant was launched in 2017, with a mission of being different! They would hate to get bogged down brewing the same styles again and again, that's why their recipes will always be evolving and new beer releases will come as often as possible.

Join me for a fun chat recorded at The Rake with owner Mike and Head Brewer (of Tap East) Terry.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Neil and Danny from Firerock Brewing based in Sutton-in-Ashfield in the East Midlands.

Firerock was launched by Neil and Danny in 2017 to create modern, hop-forward beers and they are now based at their own Brewery and Taproom in Sutton.

Join me for a catch-up with Will from Bullhouse to hear how successful Belfast's first Craft Beer Taproom is proving to be!

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Ben from Pressure Drop Brewing based in North London.

Pressure Drop started life in 2012 in Hackney Garden Shed, and have been on a journey of Pale Fire, railway arches and daft forklift jokes, winding their way to their current home in Tottenham, which is where we are recording from today.

Pressure Drop has become known for juicy New England Style beers, but they also love to produce everything from crisp lagers to rich and luxurious stouts. As long as it tastes good, they will give it a go! 

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Jack from Baron Brewing based in East Hertfordshire.

Baron Brewing is a playground for beer, with an ever-changing range made for the fun and the love of the process. The next beer will be the best beer!

Join me for a fun chat with Tom, recorded in-person in Central Newbury at what will soon be the new Delphic Brewery and Taproom!

I am delighted to welcome to Podcast Damian from Emperor's Brewery, based in the East Midlands.

Welcome to the Podcast, James from Verdant Brewing Co.

It was great to catch-up again with Chris from Pastore!

Join me for a fun chat with Joe and Will from Drop Project, as they announce their exciting growth plans.

Join me for a fun chat with Alex, owner of BMAN Brewery in Oxford.

Join me as I chat with Tom Ainsley about both Derby Beer Con and the latest news from Neon Raptor.

We catch up with Joe and Ryan from Pentrich recorded in-person at the Alex Hotel, on the eve of Derby Beer Con!

Join me for a fun catch-up with Garry, Chris and Mark at Stannary, as they put the finishing touches to their exciting new premises!

It was great to catch up again with Holy Goat founder Johnny Horn!

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Greg from Dark Revolution based near Salisbury.

Dark Revolution was launched in 2015, with a simple aspiration to make World class beer. Beer that they can be fiercely proud of and hopefully enjoyed by other beer enthusiasts.

https://www.darkrevolution.co.uk/

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Anne-Marie from The Grumpy Goat in Reading.

The Grumpy Goat opened in the quirky Harris Arcade near Reading station in 2013, in a tiny unit, where swinging a cat would have been very hazardous to the brilliant stocks of bottles, cans and cheeses!

In Oct 2020, during the darkest days of COVID, they took the opportunity to move into a much larger shop unit, in Union Street, just off Reading's main pedestrianised shopping street. The new unit enabled a much larger stock of beers, wines and spirits, and also a significant expansion of the Deli side of the business.

Finally, and most exciting of all, in August 2022, the Goat Tap was opened above the shop, which is where we are recording from today. 

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Conor from Disruption IS Brewing based in Camberley.

Conor's father Chris bought Ascot Brewing in 2017, whilst Conor was living in Toronto, becoming enamoured with the amazing Canadian Craft Beer Scene.

When Conor returned to the UK in 2019 father and son decided to launch a Craft focused arm of the business, and Disruption IS Brewing came to life, with a mission of Changing Beer For The Better!

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Joe from Firebrand Brewing based in Launceston, Cornwall.

Firebrand was launched in 2008, in a converted milking parlour, on the untamed edge of Bodmin Moor in North Cornwall. The focus is their passion for beer made from all natural ingredients, Cornish spring water and American hops.

I am delighted to welcome to The Podcast, James Campbell from Sureshot Brewing Co based in Manchester.

Founded in 2020, Sureshot Brewing has been a long term project of James Campbell. Everyone with a bitter taste in their mouth knows James. A serial head brewer at some of Manchester’s most respected independent breweries, and pioneer of the best in new world styles and hops to the UK. James has been instrumental in the development of new wave British brewing over the last decade (and then some).

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, James from Three Nations Dispense based in South Wales.

Three Nations are passionate about helping pubs and restaurants supply a carefully curated draft drinks offering, from a choice of brands to unique dispensing systems, with a goal of having as many free of tie hospitality outlets in the UK as possible.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Adam and Ken from Mysterious Brewing based in North Hampshire.

Mysterious was launched in 2023, and they have a passion for small batch flavourful beers, craftily blurring the lines between traditional and modern, creating hop-forward, aroma-rich styles.

https://mysteriousbrewing.com/

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Cameron from Turning Point Brew Co. based in Knaresborough in North Yorkshire.

Turning Point was launched in 2017, and they have grown to become a small team of beer lovers with a clear mission: Brew their favourite beers and have a good time! https://www.turningpointbrewco.com/

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, John from Great Beyond Brewing Co. based in Hoxton, East London.

Great Beyond was launched in 2022, by three beer loving friends and experienced brewers, Ollie, Nick and John. Their brewing emphasises quality, sustainability and creativity. They're passionate about combining the best ingredients and techniques to produce beers that inspire and delight their customers.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Simon from Lauter Bottleshop based in Falmouth.

Simon has run Brewcon, the UK's largest beer and brewing conference since 2017, and he launched Lauter in 2021, following a successful Crowdfunder.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Lesley, Sal and Fran from Langham Brewery based on the beautiful South Downs in West Sussex.

Langham was launched in 2005, and operate a steam-heated brewery with the goal of producing innovative, distinctive and flavoursome beers using the finest quality ingredients.

Rob chatted with Dave for a South-Coast catch-up.

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Tom from New Bristol Brewery.

New Bristol was launched in 2013 by husband and wife team Maria and Noel James, and have developed a strong reputation for brewing modern juicy IPAs, fruity Sours and indulgent Stouts.

We are delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Alex, Ally, Naomi & Dave from Indie Rabble Brewing Co. based in Windsor.

Indie Rabble is the latest addition to Dave and Naomi Haywood's award winning Craft Beer empire. The owners of the 'A Hoppy Place' Taprooms have teamed up with celebrated brewer Alex Rowlands and his partner Ally to launch Indie Rabble in a railway arch on the burgeoning Windsor Beer Mile.

The Taproom is expected to open in August, with the brewery opening shortly afterwards.

www.indierabble.co.uk

We are delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Olly & Lewis from Brewser.

Brewser is the brand-new way to explore craft beer. It’s the first beer subscription that puts you in control, and delivers the freshest craft beer from the breweries you choose.

Join me as I catch-up with Jordan whilst tasting two very big and impressive new beer releases!

I am delighted to welcome back to the Podcast Ben and Alex from Full Circle, based in Newcastle. https://www.fullcirclebrew.co.uk/

I am delighted to welcome back to the Podcast Oli from Attic, based in Stirchley, just South of Birmingham.

https://atticbrewco.com/

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Marc from Makemake Brewery based in Portsmouth.

Makemake started in 2018 as gypsy brewers, followed by a residency at the Greenwich Brewpub in Southsea,  before establishing their own premises in Portsmouth in 2021, assisted by a crowdfunder. https://makemakebeer.myshopify.com/

I am delighted to welcome to the Podcast, Tom from We Are Beer, the Company that organises the UK's Leading Independent Craft Beer Festivals. https://wearebeer.com/

Join me as I catch up with Ben from Rivington for the first time in almost two years.

Horrobin Ln, Chorley PR6 9HE

https://www.rivingtonbrewing.co.uk/