The Taproom Podcast
The Taproom Podcast
Mike
Episode 151 - Inside Boulevard Brewing w/ Quinn Reeder
1 hour 38 minutes Posted Dec 28, 2025 at 5:52 pm.
Introduction to Boulevard Brewing
Holiday Reflections and Family Time
Interview with Quinn Reeder
Quinn’s Journey into Craft Beer
Transitioning to Professional Brewing
The Growth of Boulevard Brewing
The Evolution of Beer Styles
Kansas City Craft Beer Scene
Innovative Brewing Practices
Collaborative Brewing Culture
Balancing Flavor in Beer
Gateway Beers and Personal Journeys
Craft Beer Awakening
The Four Pack Begins
Dreams Beyond Brewing
The Japan Beer Culture
Memorable Brew Days
Pints with Legends
The Heart of Brewing
College Football Playoffs Preview
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Show notes
Host Mike sits down with Quinn Reeder of Boulevard Brewing in Kansas City for a deep, behind-the-scenes conversation. They tour Boulevard’s massive facility, taste new and classic beers (including the Space Camper IPA and taproom exclusives), and discuss Boulevard’s Belgian roots, modern IPAs, lagers, seltzers and taproom culture.Quinn tells his personal story from pharmacy school to homebrewing and pro brewing, explains how he rose into Boulevard’s barrel program, and shares memorable brew-day moments, collaborations (Meanwhile Brewing, Tech N9ne and an Old Harbor collab in Puerto Rico) and how the barrel program grew dramatically during COVID.The episode also highlights Kansas City’s collaborative beer scene, brewery tours and taproom experiences, beer-naming and marketing stories, and practical notes on brewing balance, tasting and craft beer culture. Mike closes with holiday notes and quick college football playoff picks.