East County is about to heat up when the family that founded Alpine Beer Co. nearly two decades ago launches their second family fermentable business, Mcilhenney Brewing. That spot, which has been erected in the same pair of suites where their first business was born, is scheduled to open the last week of May, but we were able to sit down with Pat, Val, Shawn, Jamie and even infant brewer-in-training Cameron ahead of that arrival to find out what to expect when San Diego's most anticipated brewing project in some time debuts. Along the way, we take a trip down memory lane for some very candid accounts of different chapters of the Mcilhenneys' lives and times in the brewing industry. It's a can't-miss episode if ever there was one. Do yourself a favor and take a listen.
May 16, 2021
1 hr 47 min
What started as a simple idea among friends to open a small local brewery has blossomed into one of the fastest-sprouting brewing companies in San Diego County. A blend of beermaking prowess, shrewd business planning, top-to-bottom ingenuity and elbow grease has allowed Carlsbad-based Burgeon Beer Co. to become more than even its founders envisioned. The company now boasts outposts in Escondido (The Oasis) and Little Italy (The Arbor). The latter recently debuted with on-site culinary partners The Good Seed Food Co., an outfit known for its beer-pairing expertise. In this episode, Co-owner Matthew Zirpolo, Marketing Director Mackenzie Graham and Executive Chef Jesus "Chuy" de la Torre share an evening of beer-and-food pairing with the crew, while discussing their team and its successes as well as upcoming beers and events. What We Drank:Pistil | German-style Pilsner (5.2%)Juice Press | Hazy IPA w/ Citra, Mosaic & Vic Secret (6.8%)Treevana | West Coast IPA w/ Mosaic & Amarillo (7.2%)Mixed Greens | Double IPA w/ Simcoe, Ekuanot, Cashmere, Mosaic, Strata & Nelson Sauvin (8%)
May 1, 2021
1 hr 27 min
After years of patronizing Align Brewing, homebrewer and entrepreneur Guillermo Nasser was offered the opportunity to purchase it. And that's just what he did, taking over the longest-tenured brewery in the Miralani Makers District and embarking on a mission to pay homage to its past while making the business his own, tweaking existing recipes and brewing brand-new beers. In this episode, we find out how he handles that balancing act, how Align 2.0 has been received by fans and what's coming up for the business, including a charity beer raising funds to fight brain cancer. We also find out about Nasser's other business, Collective Culture, which also deals with fermentation sciences.What We Drank:Cuatro Casas | Dark Lager (5%)SMaSH for Stache | Single Malt & Single Hop Pale Ale (5.6%) Mercurial | English-style IPA (7.4%)
Apr 25, 2021
1 hr 8 min
We had a truly rad time spending an evening with Andrew Schwartz, the Flavor Commissioner for Modern Times Beer. Listen in as we find out what's new with the nation's 40th largest craft brewing company, learn about some of the many collaboration beers Andrew's been a part of, and cover all manner beer topics including how Modern Times manages to release well over 200 beers per year and get them into some of the best-looking cans around.What We Drank:Artemis, Rice Lager (4.4%)Star Metal Ultra, Berliner Weisse w/ Guava, Blood Orange, Pineapple & Hibiscus (5.5%)Dungeon Map, West Coast IPA w/ Nelson Sauvin, Strata, Mosaic & Centennial (7.2%)
Apr 18, 2021
1 hr 46 min
He's logged more than 250 beer podcast episodes, was the driving force behind establishing The Indie Beer Show and brought together the crew that will now be taking over for him as he retires from beer media. Find out why he's bidding the show adieu, what's next for him and what's next for the show while taking a fun and touching trip down memory lane with the entire crew and enjoying some beers that are very special to Mr. Beagle. It's a good time with good people, lots of laughs and even some tears. Cheers to you, Brian! You done good.What We Drank:Niña Salvaje, Kettle Sour Ale (5%) | Mujeres Brew House (collaboration w/ SouthNorte Beer Co.)Juice Maze, Hazy IPA (7%) | The Original 40 BrewingSmylex, Hazy IPA (7.5%) | Pariah BrewingNew Traditionalists, West Coast IPA (7.5%) | Burning Beard Brewing (collaboration w/ Mcilhenney Brewing)
Apr 11, 2021
2 hr 22 min
We've got a big show for you guys this week, especially beer wise! We're diving into a mixed 6 pack of beers while talking to Cosimo about all things The Original 40 Brewing Co. Yes, the show beers are available to our listeners, just ask for The Indie Beer Show pack and you'll get one of each of the beers we'll be drinking to enjoy along with us. We'll be drinking a few of these simultaneously to contrast and compare. Here are the beers we'll be featuring on this episode: Schlock Purist - German Style Pils Murk Drop - DDH Hazy with Murk Drop Stone Fruit - DDH Hazy with peach and apricot Boot Strap Paradox - WCIPA Molennium Falcon - Stout with spices with Patsy's Last Ride - Stout with coconut & Sabro dry hop This is Brian and this is also my last post the the show. I want to thank every listener, friend, brewery, and especially the Patrons for their support! Being a host of The Indie Beer Show has been one the most satisfying and rewarding endeavors I've ever embarked on, cheers to all! Don't worry, the show is in great hands, Abel, Esthela and Brandon will soldier on and I am now a Patron of #yourfavoritebeerpodcast. Enjoy this audio version of the OG 40 show and just in case you want to relive the live stream, it's below as well. https://youtu.be/eqW3QhSh7e0
Apr 5, 2021
1 hr 34 min
Join us as Esthela takes over the show, with a panel of friends, to discuss the #SDBeer world from the inside. She has put together a great group for you that will surely offer terrific insight regarding the state of the San Diego indie beer industry and community. Featured guests will be: Cynthia Jimenez from 3 Punk Ales Danielle Rodriguez of Belching Beaver Carmen Favela of Border X & Mujeres Brew House Beth Demmon from Prohibithchin' Please enjoy this audio version of the live stream, but just in case, the video is below as well! https://youtu.be/1dlRhE9rtI8
Mar 29, 2021
1 hr 26 min
Chuck joins us for what is sure to be a great evening to discuss all things Silva Brewing! While most of us know him for his time in San Diego, he, with his wife MJ, founded Silva Brewing in 2015, in Paso Robles. We are massively looking forward to catching up with this #SDBeer legend; known for innovation and consistency, we can't wait to hear all the details about their life in SLO. We will be featuring the following beverages on this show: Galaxy on Rye - Hazy WCIPA Ve va Che - Rustic Belgian with Brett Brux Silva Stout - Imperial Stout aged in Four Roses barrels for 18 months G-Fizz Blast - Hard Seltzer inspired by a Gin Fizz cocktailEnjoy this audio version of the live stream or relieve the entire experience like you were there the first time, the choice is yours friends! https://youtu.be/8H06gjKh0bQ
Mar 22, 2021
2 hr 20 min
Let's listen back to a time when we didn't think about social distancing and novel viruses. This is the last episode we released from Tapcraft Studios, man we miss that place and actually recording our show in person. We sat down with Mike Czech and Chris Leguizamon from Pure Project to talk about their brewery that has been cranking out exceptional beer since the day they opened.This was a great show and we hope it reminds you of a simpler time. Pure Project just won 13 medals in the San Diego Beer News as well!
Mar 15, 2021
1 hr 34 min
There are several dozen amazing breweries in San Diego that we tend to gravitate towards without even consciously knowing it. North Park Beer Co. is one of those shining stars in the top tier of #SDBeer. We're in for a treat, and another IPA fest, when Kelsey joins us to discuss all things NPBC! We're looking forward to an evening to write home about, that's for sure. We will be featuring the following beers: Archaic Technology - Double Dry Hopped West Coast IPA Infernal Combustion - Double DryHopped West Coast IPA Clockwork Intelligence - Double DryHopped Hazy Double IPA Lupulin Collider - Triple Dry Hopped Hazy Triple IPA We hope you enjoy the audio version of the show, and just in case you want to relive the live stream, that's below as well! https://youtu.be/x0wz5BY0GQQ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mar 8, 2021
1 hr 54 min
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