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Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl

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Craft Beer
Bonn Place Brewing
Iowa
Saison
Hospitality
Lager
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
Big Grove Brewery
Doppelbach
Beer Trends
Local Sourcing
All About Beer
THC Infused Beverages
Hop History
Metropolitan Brewing
Anchor Brewing
Homebrewing
Community Engagement
Thanksgiving
Cedar Rapids

Drink Beer, Think Beer is a weekly conversation with brewers, growers, and other brewing industry professionals that explores the art, culture, and business of craft beer. Hosted by John Holl and recorded on location, this podcast gets to the bottom of every pint and offers insight into the dynamic world of beer.

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Recent Guests

Josh Weikert
Avid home brewer and writer, known for his impressive run on Jeopardy as a six-time champion.
Episode: A Homebrewer Wins Big on Jeopardy!
Darren Gamache
Owner of Virgil Gamache Farms, a fourth-generation hop farm in the Yakima Valley.
Virgil Gamache Farms
Episode: A Mid-winter View from the Yakima Valley
Brian Grossman
Chief Brewer at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Episode: Sierra Nevada's Second Generation Talks Celly Drippins and the Future
Betsy Lay
Co-founder of Lady Justice Brewing
Lady Justice Brewing
Episode: Properly Evaluating an Extra Special Bitter
Al Kominski
Owner of Al's of Hampton and Pizza Boy Brewing
Pizza Boy Brewing
Episode: Bonus: Seen Through a Glass with Lew Bryson
Conor Brown
Founder of Offset Beer in Park City, Utah
Offset Beer
Episode: Making the Long Drive for Fresh Hops: Offset Bier Focuses on Community and Flavor
Favio Garcia
Head brewer at Dynasty Brewing
Dynasty Brewing
Episode: What Brewing Historical Beers Tells Us About Modern Brewing
Michael Stein
Co-Founder of Lost Loggers, DC's premier beverage research firm
Lost Loggers
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Peter Jones
Co-Founder of Lost Loggers, beer historian
Lost Loggers
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Host

John Holl
Host of Drink Beer, Think Beer, known for his engaging interview style and deep knowledge in the craft beer industry.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Cheers

    Great beer pod. Highly recommend anything with John Holl

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whooten
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast.

    John is so knowledgeable. Especially loved his interview with Kelsey Grammer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    schulzal
    United States2 years ago
  • Camp Rauchbier

    Loved the shows, Cheers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barry Cranston
    Australia3 years ago
  • Nate Schweber episode

    I truly enjoyed this episode. Although there was no discussion of beer, the discussion and information about nature was outstanding. Well done, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    harleywriter
    United States4 years ago
  • John is THE beer journalist -- not only are his guests entertaining, but his show is. And I trust everything he says :)

    Podchaser
    4
    Jon Dispenza
    4 years ago

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The podcast is often noted for its high-quality guests and insightful content, catering well to both beer novices and connoisseurs.
Listeners describe the host as knowledgeable and engaging, praising the depth and thoughtfulness of discussions.
Some feedback points to minor audio issues affecting the listening experience, yet overall satisfaction remains high.
Reviewers appreciate the host's ability to facilitate meaningful conversations, emphasizing the connection and community within the craft beer industry.

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Apple Podcasts
#155
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#195
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#24
Chile/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#74
South Africa/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#108
Japan/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#109
Brazil/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Mid-winter View from the Yakima Valley
Q: How will the hop industry remember 2025?
They'll remember it for the nice quality of hops and the significant oversupply of alpha in the market.
A Mid-winter View from the Yakima Valley
Q: What are the unforeseen challenges of launching your own beverage?
The biggest challenge has been the mental shift as the urgency of farming differs from beverage promotion and distribution timelines.
Lauren Woods Limbach Has Her Last Word
Q: Where do you want future brewers to focus their efforts?
Lauren emphasizes the importance of focusing on the beer itself rather than the brewer's ego.
Lauren Woods Limbach Has Her Last Word
Q: What was the first beer you brewed at New Belgium?
Lauren humorously explains that she has never brewed a beer herself but has been integral in creating many through blending and sensory evaluation.
Randy Mosher Reflects on the Siebel Institute Moving From Chicago
Q: Did this news catch you by surprise, or did you have a little bit of a heads up beforehand?
Randy mentions he had some warning signs but was still surprised by the timing of the announcement.

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Conversations largely revolve around the craft beer industry, focusing on the experiences and insights from brewers, growers, and various professionals. Noteworthy topics include the intricacies of brewing processes, sustainability practices, and the impact of economic and regulatory challenges on breweries. The host often highlights the personal stories of guests, bringing to light the culture and community surrounding craft beer, including initiatives that promote philanthropy and engagement with consumers. This exploration into both the business and emotional aspects of beer is particularly appealing to enthusiasts who appreciate deep discussions on the subject.

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2. Darren Gamache
3. Brian Grossman
4. Betsy Lay
5. Al Kominski
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7. Favio Garcia
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