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Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl

All About Beer
Craft Beer
Lager
Craft Beer Industry
Brewing Techniques
Rauchbier
Beer Culture
Decoction Mashing
Homebrewing
Beer Trends
Community Engagement
Chicago
India Pale Ales (IPA)
Leadership
Beer Education
Beer Brewing
Cask Ale
Great American Beer Festival
Lager Beer
Brewery Safety
Saison

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

Harry White
Former Bass R&D director, later chairman of National Brewery Heritage Trust
Bass Charrington / National Brewery Heritage Trust
Episode: One Iconic Beer: Bass Ale
Pete Brown
Beer writer and author
Independent author
Episode: One Iconic Beer: Bass Ale
Day Bracey
Co-founder of Barrel and Flow Festival; comedian and media personality
Barrel and Flow Festival
Episode: The Evolution of Barrel and Flow
Chris Brown
CEO of Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Episode: Great Lakes Brewing Co. Continues to Grow and Innovate
Lisa Morrison
Publican of Belmont Station
Belmont Station
Episode: Remembering Alan Sprints of Hair of the Dog
Jeff Alworth
Writer, author, and host of All About Beer's One Iconic Beer podcast
All About Beer
Episode: Remembering Alan Sprints of Hair of the Dog
Megan Parisi
Brewer with 20+ years' experience; R&D product developer for Boston Beers Beyond Beer portfolio; former Cambridge Brewing, Blue Jacket, Wermtown
Boston Beer/Boston Beers Beyond Beer; Cambridge Brewing; Pink Boots Society
Episode: BONUS: Uncovering Innovation in Beer
Doug Veliky
CPA; former CFO/CMO of Revolution Brewing; partner at BrightBev; industry content creator
Revolution Brewing; BrightBev; Beer Crunchers
Episode: BONUS: Uncovering Innovation in Beer
Kelly McKnight
Biochemist turned brew master; lead innovation brewer at New Belgium; extensive R&D experience
New Belgium Brewing
Episode: BONUS: Uncovering Innovation in Beer

Host

John Holl
Host with long-running coverage of beer industry, expert interviewer, affiliated with All About Beer.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Cheers

    Great beer pod. Highly recommend anything with John Holl

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whooten
    United Statesa year 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
    5 years ago

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Guests consistently praised for thoughtful interviewing and depth of questions.
The host's investigative journalism approach is often highlighted as a strength.
Sound quality and guest selection are frequent topics of positive feedback.
Listeners appreciate practical takeaways and real-world industry insights.

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Apple Podcasts
#88
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#203
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#223
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#188
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#60
South Korea/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#64
Denmark/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

One Iconic Beer: Bass Ale
Q: Why was Bass such a pivotal brand in British brewing history?
Bass represented the shift from regional to national and then global branding, the use of Burton water to create a distinctive pale ale, and the rise of industrial brewing that could scale production across the empire.
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Continues to Grow and Innovate
Q: How are you addressing the shift toward RTDs and lower-ABV options while keeping true to Great Lakes' identity?
By staying true to a craft-first approach, co-branding with craft distilleries, using real ingredients, and delivering a clear sustainability story—plus marketing that's simple and visually conveys the message quickly.
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Continues to Grow and Innovate
Q: From where you sit right now, what do you see as the biggest challenge you have due to the brewery's age?
The challenge is staying relevant to younger consumers while maintaining core fans, adapting to new consumption habits, and expanding beyond beer to remain a multi-beverage company.
Effectively Using Technology in the Brewing Process
Q: Dustin, what was your initial experience bringing technology into the brew house and how did your early days shape your view of tech adoption?
Dustin explains that early enthusiasm met with resistance from older brewers, but over time the value of cloud-based, browsable data and integrated systems became clear, especially for scaling and accountability.
How Harpoon Brewery Made it 40 Years, and What Comes Next
Q: Why has Harpoon IPA persisted as a flagship through changing beer trends?
Harpoon chose a classic, balanced recipe compatible with American ingredients, which proved to be a durable foundation; the brand benefited from being early to the IPA wave and maintaining quality, which kept it relevant even as other styles gained popularity.

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A thoughtful, industry-focused show that centers on the craft beer world—ranging from brewing techniques and ingredient innovation to marketing, distribution, and community building. Episodes frequently feature brewers and industry leaders discussing long-term strategy, operational challenges, and the evolving relationship between tradition and experimentation, often with actionable takeaways for operators and brand teams. Notable threads include conversations about lager positioning, technology in the brewery, and the role of storytelling in brand building, as well as deep dives into iconic breweries, regional beer scenes, and festival-driven education. The format tends to pair seasoned hosts with guests who offer practical experience and ... more

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