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Mitch Steele, a veteran brewer and author of IPAs: Brewing Techniques and the Evolution of India Pale Ale, joins host Brad Smith to discuss his recent move from New Realm Brewing to Abita Brewing, where he now serves as Director of Operations. The conversation spans Steele’s four-decade brewing career, his insights on non-alcoholic (NA) beer innovation using maltose-negative yeast, the strategic use of modern hop products and terpene extracts, and Abita’s unique approach to fruit beer production through post-fermentation additions and pasteurization. Together, they explore how technological advancements and evolving consumer preferences are reshaping the craft beer landscape.
Homebrewing, though it has faced a significant decline in recent years, is showing signs of resurgence, driven by community, mental wellness, and a renewed sense of purpose through independence from the Brewers Association. Drew Beecham emphasizes that brewing is not just about making beer—it’s about connection, history, and joy.
Brian Petrack, a former machinist and touring rock drummer, co-founded 12-Note Brewing in Bridgeport, Connecticut, blending his dual passions for beer and music into a unique, community-driven taproom experience. The brewery emphasizes lower-alcohol, approachable beers, music-inspired branding, and meticulous water chemistry to stand out in a competitive craft beer market.
Michael Tonsmeyer, co-founder of Sapwood Cellars and author of Sour Beers, joins Brad Smith to dive deep into advanced dry hopping techniques, emphasizing how modern brewers can use new hop products and precise methods to maximize aroma while minimizing harshness and oxidation. The conversation reveals that blending traditional hops with cryo hops, hop oils, and extracts allows for intense, juicy aromatics without overwhelming vegetal or astringent flavors.
Dr Axel Goehler, the CEO of Bestmalz joins me this week to provide a global perspective on the beer market and also talk about malts. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.
This week John Mallett from Bell’s Brewery joins me to discuss his new role as Course Directory of the MBAA, his 30+ year brewing career, malts, and craft brewing. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.
Max Shafer joins me from Roadhouse Brewing to discuss achieving the perfect IPA balance, using new hop products and perfecting your Hazy IPA. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.
Brewing author Denny Conn joins me this week to discuss brewing Trappist style Abbey ales including their history, ingredients and brewing techniques used. You can find show notes and additional episodes on my blog here.
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