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Episode 63: Fall beers and fall cocktails with Kevin Patterson and Jake Sulek
38 minutes Posted Aug 26, 2021 at 8:00 am.
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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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