Better On Draft | A Craft Beer Podcast

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Rob's Article- Surly Brewing eyeing Ohio and Michigan to expand and open another brewery - https://www.brewbound.com/news/minneapolis-surly-brewing-eyes-michigan-or-ohio-for-new-brewery Nick's Article- Coors Creates Beer Lollipops - https://www.foodandwine.com/news/coors-light-beer-lollipops Ken's Article - Fun Topic- What events do you make sure to crack open a few nice beers? Dan's Article - Stone claims losses of 9 figures due to Keystone marketing Changes - https://www.brewbound.com/news/last-call-stone-has-considered-sale-as-464m-investor-payment-looms-boston-beer-seeks-investor-lawsuit-dismissal Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.co

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Michael Williams of Great Lakes Brewing joins us to talk about the history of GLBC, the importance of training employees, sales reps, and distributors, and we discuss the ups and downs of a multi-state distribution system Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy's Article- Denver's Call to Arms Brewing Re-brands Shirtless Putin Beer - https://www.outtherecolorado.com/news/shirtless-putin-no-more-colorado-brewery-to-rebrand-popular-beer-series/article_0a60454a-9b2c-11ec-b8f9-bb747fbbcf1b.html Rob's Article- Blakes Acquires Avid Cider Co - https://www.brewbound.com/news/blakes-hard-cider-acquires-assets-of-avid-cider-co-plans-to-expand-into-28-states-by-end-of-2022 Nick's Article- Bill To Allow Sales of Wine and Beer in Grocery Stores in MD - https://www.wbaltv.com/article/mixed-reaction-over-legislation-allowing-beer-wine-in-grocery-stores/39328832# Ken's Article - Michigan House Approves Use of Self Serve Beer and Wine - https://www.abc12.com/news/business/michigan-house-approves-use-of-self-serve-beer-wine-and-mixed-drink-dispensers/article_72c5352a-9026-11ec-9ed8-8b71d282de1b.html Dan's Article - Rogue Creates Fk Putin Beer - https://www.brewbound.com/news/last-call-rogue-creates-fk-putin

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Family businesses are hard to run, but these siblings put it all aside when it comes to making amazing spirits and beer. Celebrating seven years in the craft beer industry, they show us what amazing food and a family like atmosphere can bring to a city like Grand Rapids which has so many breweries already! Listen to this episode as they talk about some of the trials, rigging their brewery with old dairy equipment, and improving quality and quantity as their experiences grew. MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past year, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - h

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy's Article- Even More Unhealthy Beer - https://www.eatthis.com/unhealthiest-beers/ Rob's Article- Modern Times Closing Multiple Breweries - https://newschoolbeer.com/home/2022/2/modern-times-beer-closing Nick's Article- Blood Drive For Beer - https://bronx.news12.com/new-york-blood-center-gives-pint-of-beer-to-donors-at-jamesport-blood-drive Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Un

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Matthew Steinberg and Kelsey Roth join us live on a special Thursday night episode to talk about brewing in Massachusetts, distribution locally and with Tavour, and what motivates them to keep growing within the industry. We talk about collaborations, their favorite 'untappd review' and what the future holds for them. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagra

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Danny Ranville of Bière de Mac Brew Works joins us to talk about being the first brewery in 'The City', how he's attracting guests during the off-tourist season, and why he continues to push the limitations of choices in his brewhouse without scaring off customers. From altbiers to black IPA's, Danny talks about his love for beer, the sense of community those who live in the northern lower-peninsula, and what to expect when you get to his brewhouse. Hear about his 'TED' talks that occur but from folks like horticulturists and artillery specialists. This isn't your average trivia night! MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past year, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://n

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Our interview was a no-show so we just have the news show for you this week! Rob's Article- Treasury Calls Out Beer Industry Over Anti Competition Practices - https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-02-09/treasury-calls-out-beer-industry-over-anti-competitive-practices Dan's Article- Beer Sales Suffer in UK After Pandemic - https://www.bbc.com/news/business-60335733 Nick's Article- Oldest Pub in England Closes - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/ye-olde-fighting-cocks-possibly-the-oldest-pub-in-england-may-be-lost-forever-to-covid-19-11644425711 Ken's Article- Highest Rated IPA's in Michigan - https://www.iosconews.com/news/state/collection_029c5906-fd00-5d9d-a120-b5181bbafa77.html Ken's Article #2- Highest Rated Beer in MI - https://stacker.com/michigan/highest-rated-beer-michigan Ken's Article #3- Highest Rated Breweries in MI - https://stacker.com/michigan/highest-rated-breweries-michigan Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Our interview was a no-show so we just have the news show for you this week! Wendy's Article- All Colorado Breweries In 18 Months - https://www.denverpost.com/2022/02/04/paul-myhill-colorado-beer-guy/ Dan's Article- French Brewer Uses Algae To Make Blue Beer - https://www.france24.com/en/business/20220203-sacrebleu-french-brewer-uses-algae-to-make-blue-beer Kens' Article- Athletic Owns 50% NA Craft Market Share - https://www.brewbound.com/news/athletic-brewing-announces-price-increases-looks-to-build-on-dry-january-momentum-with-olympics-campaign Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTu

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy's Article- Would You Buy Beer From A Bully? - https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/01/would-you-buy-or-sell-a-beer-made-by-a-bully/ Dan's Article- Baja Blast 4th Hard Mountain Dew Flavor - https://www.brewbound.com/news/last-call-baja-blast-revealed-as-4th-hard-mtn-dew-flavor-non-alc-guinness-0-0-set-for-march-us-release Kens' Article- Turning 21 in COVID, Gen Z Drinks Less - https://www.brewbound.com/news/brewbound-live-what-gen-z-wants-from-its-products-and-its-employers Rob's Article- How To Be More Inclusive In Craft Beer - https://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/ct-food-drink-black-owned-breweries-haymarket-funkytown-moors-turner-tt-0126-20220126-wiyl5jaenrdijfs4poitfuvtgy-story.html Nick's Article- Bud Light NXT and Budweiser NFT's - https://www.google.com/amp/s/finance.yahoo.com/amphtml/news/bud-light-launches-next-for-new-generation-of-consumers-with-nft-collection-151611398.html Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https:/

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Owners Jake and Brett of Arvon Brewing Co talk about carving out their own niche into the craft beer and Grand Rapids community, the changes in business model when COVID hit, and what they're excited for in the future of craft beer! MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past year, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy's Article- Six Beer Industry Trends to Watch in 2021. Did they Happen? Will they happen? (https://daily.sevenfifty.com/six-beer-industry-trends-to-watch-in-2021/) Dan's Article- Deschutes Unveils Black Butte Porter NA (https://thefullpint.com/beer-news/deschutes-brewery-unveils-na-version-of-black-butte-porter/) Kens' Article- Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week Starts Next Week With Beer Olympics at Presidential Brewing Co (https://www.kalamazoocraftbeverageweek.com/event-detail/winter-beer-olympics-presidential-brewing-co/) Rob's Article- Alcohol being served in theaters, in NY, where is the next venue for alcohol?  (https://www.wkbw.com/news/state-news/new-york-state-liquor-authority-to-allow-sale-of-beer-and-wine-at-movie-theaters) Nick's Article- Craft Beer Mini Golf Bar?  (https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mercurynews.com/2022/01/21/craft-beer-and-mini-golf-experience-coming-to-sunnyvale-emeryville/amp/) Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https:

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Patti Smith, author of Michigan Beer (available at https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/Products/9781467147491) joins us to talk about writing the book of the history of Michigan, where we are still missing a lot of data points, and the pivot made as COVID hit changing the book a bit to adjust for what the future could hold in the Michigan Craft Beer scene. MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past year, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy's Article- Uproxx defines the most underrated beers according to craft beer Experts- https://uproxx.com/life/the-most-underrated-beers-ever-according-to-experts/ Dan's Article- Fresca cocktails and the potential Coke/Monster Merger - https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2022/1/6/constellation-coca-colas-deal-to-launch-fresca-cocktail-teases-potential-coke-monster-merger Kens' Article- Kings and Convicts Purchases Saint Archer Facility - https://www.brewbound.com/news/kings-molson-coors-discontinues-craft-beer-brand Rob's Article- In house Bourbon Bar to replace Braxton Labs at The Party Source - https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/party-source-opening-new-in-house-bourbon-bar-to-replace-braxton-labs-12498816 Nick's Article- Lost Abbey to open up new brewery in old church in SD - https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/former-church-becomes-craft-beer-tasting-room Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetou

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Marty Scott of Revolution Brewing joins us to talk about proper barrel aging, saving broken barrels, and we learn the proper way to say 'Deth'.  Want to learn more about this Chicago Brewery?  Join us for a great interview! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betteron

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!  We start off the new year with a handful of news topics including many updates in Ohio's alcohol laws, Troy Aikman's beer, and the importance of sobriety and understanding your relationship with alcohol. Starting off this Dry January strong (the opposite of our ABV!) Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betteron

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Taking time out of his Friday evening out of the UK, Rob from Big Drop Brewing Co joins us to talk about being one of (if not the first) NA Craft Breweries in the world dedicated solely to NA beer.  We discuss the cultures of craft beer and sobriety and what we can expect the future to behold Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Reputation Beverage Company - https://reputationbev.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/b

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!  Our final news segment of the year brings the original three, Dan, Nick, and Ken to talk about year end reviews, resolutions, and if some styles may ever make a comeback. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ PCI BrandCraft - https://www.instagram.com/pcibrandcraft/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraf

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Hailing from Chicago IL, Jonathan Fritz of Hopewell Brewing sits down to talk about the explosion that is the Chicago Craft Beer scene, distributing into Michigan, and the challenges that have occurred an in ever growing market. Listen to what Jonathan has to say about emerging markets and the future of sales in craft beer! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ PCI BrandCraft - https://www.facebook.com/PCIBrandCraft Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTub

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Kevin sits down with our yearly catch-up where we talk about this past year, the trials and tribulations, the changes in the industry, and what we can look forward to in 2022.  We discuss how the restaurant industry was exposed due to c*vid and what changes can occur to keep people in it, prices where they are, and customers happy. MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past year, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ PCI BrandCraft - https://www.facebook.com/PCIBrandCraft/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subsc