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Kevin Patterson, a Cicerone and National Beer Judge, he’s also the manager of the Beer Trappe Craft Beer Store and Bar in Lexington, Kentucky, joins us at the start of the show.
- What can people expect with fall beers?
- Last year, we talked Oktoberfests and Marzens, can you give a reminder on those styles for folks?
- What trends are you seeing with fall beers? Hazy and sours still sticking around?
- And are people buying traditional or spins on the Oktoberfest?
- Any other styles we can expect to see more of on draught? Saisons, dark lagers/ales?
- For your store, how do you balance the fall releases but it’s still hot out?
- What are some breweries or beers people should be on the lookout for?
- Scott Hand and his legacy and impact on Kentucky beer
Jake Sulek, Beverage Director at West Main Crafting Co in Lexington, Kentucky, joins us at the 22-minute mark.
- With fall nearing, what are some things folks should expect to see with seasonal cocktails?
- You all will be releasing your fall/winter menu, how does that differ from the spring/summer?
- For those making cocktails at home, what are some common mistakes they might make?
- Changing from parts to ounces, how does that work on recipes?
- One good at home recipes (single make)
- Large batch cocktail folks can make (for gatherings)
- Since next week kicks of whiskey weeks, how can someone do a proper old fashioned at home and make everything themselves?
- Any other tips for folks this fall?
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