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ABV Chicago Craft Beer Podcast

ABV Chicago
Craft Beer
Great American Beer Festival
Flipside Brewing
Japanese-Style Rice Lagers
Local Breweries
Sour Beers
Deth's Tar
Pilsner
American Pale Ale
Chicago Craft Beer Scene
Hoppy Red Beers
Fresh Hop Beers
Wet Hops
Allagash Brewing Company
Strangebird Brewing
Hold Out Brewing
Burns Family Artisan Ales
Craft Breweries
Café Deth
Deep Wood Stouts

A Chicago-based craft beer podcast with beer and events reviews. Visit our website at www.abvchicago.com!

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Latest Episodes

Our favorite time of year approaches again, but we can’t set off for Denver without doing a ridiculous amount of prep work and research. So to celebrate the oncoming Great American Beer Festival for 2025, we drink four GABF-adjacent beers while shari... more

Just like most good things in life, the beers we so love can be quite taxing on the planet before even getting to our glasses. But some breweries are taking the lead on exploring more sustainable practices, whether it’s using regenerative grains, org... more

There are many essential ingredients for a successful Oktoberfest celebration, but none is more important than the beer. But which style is going to fill your massive stein: the younger, bright Festbier or the old-school, bready Märzen? We found four... more

The last few months have seen a steady number of big anniversary parties from suburban breweries - and some even released a beer to commemorate it. This show consists of 5 different beers brewed to mark an anniversary, all by brewers who work out of ... more

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Recent Guests

Ethan Schulenberg
VP of Sales at Midwest Barrel Company, expert in barrel aging
Midwest Barrel Company
Episode: Episode 582 - A Progression of Barrels
Amanda Wright
Co-owner of Werk Force Brewing, involved in brewery operations and marketing
Werk Force Brewing
Episode: Episode 578 - Werk Force Brewing
Brandon Wright
Co-owner and head brewer at Werk Force Brewing
Werk Force Brewing
Episode: Episode 578 - Werk Force Brewing
Eric Bramwell
Co-founder and head brewer at Riverlands Brewing Company
Riverlands Brewing Company
Episode: Episode 570 - Riverlands Brewing Company
Brianna Levi
Assistant brewer at Riverlands Brewing Company
Riverlands Brewing Company
Episode: Episode 570 - Riverlands Brewing Company
Bob Slack
Co-head brewer of Pulpit Rock Brewing
Pulpit Rock Brewing
Episode: Episode 569 - Pulpit Rock
Rob Tod
Co-founder and brewer at Allagash Brewing Company
Allagash Brewing Company
Episode: Episode 558 - GABF 2024
Avery Swanson
A brewer at a New Mexico-based brewery
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Episode: Episode 558 - GABF 2024
Eric Salazar
Head brewer at Strangebird Brewing and experienced in sour beers
Strangebird Brewing
Episode: Episode 558 - GABF 2024

Hosts

Craig
Co-host known for his engaging banter and humor, with a focus on craft beer discussions and reviews.
Ryan
Co-host who brings wit and insightful commentary, contributing to the entertaining atmosphere of the beer discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Long time listener

    I have been a long time listener to this podcast. It has turned me on the countless beers and breweries. Ryan and Craig work well together and provide great reviews of both local and national beers. I enjoy the games and have also recently backed them on Patreon. Search out the torture test episodes too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samll44
    United States3 years ago
  • 400 episodes of excellence

    I’ve been listening to Ryan and Craig for a few years now, and they are my go-to source for beer recommendations in Chicagoland and beyond. I can always count on them to not hold anything back and to give great advice. They were way ahead of the curve on awesome breweries like Hop Butcher, Afterthought, and Dovetail. And they are a blast to listen to, making my commute much more tolerable. I still can’t believe they’ve been recording remotely during the whole pandemic, the audio quality is alwa... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katmatcher
    United States4 years ago
  • 5 Star Beer Podcast

    Always entertaining and covers a wide range of beer styles, themes and blind tastings. Also appreciate the monthly cultured butter reviews. Craig and Ryan are great guys to virtually drink some beer with during these Covid times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cory Lazar
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic Beer Podcast

    Entertaining weekly podcast going over a variety of different styles and subjects in the world of beer with more emphasis on the vibrant Chicago beer scene. I’ve listened for about a year now and doing so has introduced me to local breweries in Chicago and parts of the Midwest that I didn’t know even existed. Craig and Ryan continue to make it interesting with their wit and banter as well as the games and end of show beer ratings. A fun listen every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New mom 35
    United States6 years ago
  • 5 bottle caps

    These guys are hilarious. They make my commute to work almost enjoyable. Now, I my not agree with their awkward taste palettes all the time but that honestly doesn’t matter. They review a wide selection of beer and always keep it interesting, even a table beer show was fun. Cheers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    563917
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast provides valuable insights into local breweries, making it a go-to resource for craft beer lovers.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous approach to beer tasting and reviews.
Listeners enjoy the camaraderie and dynamic between the hosts, which enhances the listening experience.
Some have noted that while the discussions are informative, they prefer less focus on political themes.
The hosts are commended for their knowledge and ability to make craft beer enjoyable and relatable.

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#243
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 578 - Werk Force Brewing
Q: What challenges have you faced as a brewery?
Challenges have included competition in the craft beer space, adapting to market and consumer preferences, and operational issues during the pandemic.
Episode 578 - Werk Force Brewing
Q: Can you give us a little background on the brewery and its journey?
The brewery started its journey as a homebrew shop before evolving into its current form. The foundational experiences in homebrewing and subsequent growth were heavily influenced by passion, community, and quality.
Episode 582 - A Progression of Barrels
Q: What do you recommend for new brewers considering barrel-aging their beers?
Ethan advises new brewers to start with fresh, wet barrels that can impart the most flavor within a shorter aging time before exploring more complex or older barrels.
Episode 582 - A Progression of Barrels
Q: Can you tell us more about your work with Midwest Barrel Company?
Ethan explains that Midwest Barrel Company serves as a barrel broker, connecting breweries with high-quality barrels from various producers and emphasizing their focus on sustainability and quality assurance.
Episode 558 - GABF 2024
Q: What kind of community feel do you want in your brewery?
We aim to create a welcoming environment where everyone feels like part of the family.

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2. Amanda Wright
3. Brandon Wright
4. Eric Bramwell
5. Brianna Levi
6. Bob Slack
7. Rob Tod
8. Avery Swanson

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