Pints and Provisions

Beer News, Barrel Aged, and Bourbon

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:45:15 -0600

It's been a spell but it wasn't long before Evan and Ryan played catch up with beer news (local and national), sipped on some barrel aged stouts, and sampled some bourbon. Lots to catch up with including the Olympics and the Halftime Show! Tune in to hear about our beers (from Weldwerks Brewing Co., Aslin Brewing Co., and Triptych Brewing Co.) and our bourbons (Weller Antique 107 and EH Taylor Single Barrel). Cheers from P+P!!

Goose Island BCBS 2021 Taste Test

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 12:26:30 -0600

Got a special one for you this episode! Our friend Pat shared the entire 2021 BCBS catalogue with us for a special tasting of this years' offerings. Evan, Kyle, and Ryan debriefed after our tasting of the full line up and give you our picks and breakdowns from the reserve bottles to the unique variants. It was a great night with even better beers to get us excited about this upcoming Black Friday release of Bourbon County!

Evergreen Farm Brewing

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 14:40:59 -0600

Wow, it's been a while but we couldn't have been more excited to share some time with Adam Sommer of Evergreen Farm Brewing in Metamora, IL. Adam has been working steadily to bring a brewery to his family farm and create a destination for drinkers to gather on the family farm, enjoy a wide variety of styles of beer and take in the scenery. You are sure to find a beer you will like with a broad spectrum of styles and enjoy a pint on the quiet and picturesque setting. Our time spent at the brewery was also shared with a group of bourbon enthusiast called the Whiskey Trust where we no doubt were able to make some new friends! Enjoy the episode!!

Summer Happy Hour

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:42:13 -0600

In a super busy summer, Ryan and Evan sat down to catch up on good beers and great summer times. Ryan gives a breakdown of a recent share with some friends and their favorite beers of the night - unfruited lambics and barleywines! We also talk about what's left for the rest of the summer and what beers we are looking forward to enjoying the most!

Medianoche and Honey Bourbon

Wed, 26 May 2021 19:19:35 -0600

Ryan, Evan, and Bryan sat down for some Weldwerks Brewing Medianoche, first for the Reserve and then for the Bananas Foster. Adjuncts you say? Sure, but done with such detail that these are always so enjoyable! Recently, Belle Meade released batch #2 of their honey bourbon and since none of us won, we snagged a Starlight Distillery version to see what all the excitement is about. It was great to get back together for an in person recording so tune in to enjoy!

Goldfinger Brewing Company

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:47:58 -0600

For the love of lagers!! What a fun time Ryan and Evan had talking with owner and head brewer Thomas Beckmann of Goldfinger Brewing in Downers Grove, IL. Not yet a full year open, they are creating excitement in their community, a passion for celebrating tradition, and some seriously crispy lagers! Tom talked about how his brewery came to be, his family brewing roots, and how they fit in their community. Tune in to hear about one of our favorite new regional breweries making their mark for their light, refreshing beers!

Music and Beer with Charles

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 18:37:20 -0600

Evan and Ryan invite Charles to join in on a music and Chicago focused episode. We've shared lots of great beer with him at bottle shares in the past and wanted to catch up with him to see how his enthusiasm of Chicago beers and music has been going. We talk special vinyl records, Phase Three Brewing, and why a non-fruited lambic is best to drink for the rest of your life. It was great to catch up with Charles and we look forward to cracking a good bottle soon with him! Cheers!!

Visiting Our Favorite Places

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 13:02:35 -0600

Daniel and Evan sit down for another chat and talk lots of topics including when we getting back to drinking at our favorite watering holes: breweries, dive bars, and pubs. When, where? Also on deck for topics include avocado water, the Super Bowl, and getting outta the cold snap here in the Midwest. Tune in and cheers!

Mike Zoller of PorchDrinking.com

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 14:52:16 -0600

Ryan and Evan had a great time hosting to Mike Zoller, midwest editor of PorchDrinking.com, to talk Chicago beer and all things current in craft beer. Check him out on Instagram (@chicagobeer) for great craft beer insight and cheeky content about the absurdities we see in the industry. We got to talk about what Chicago is doing great in the current climate and what he likes about the city which loves craft beer so much. Tune in to hear all this and what Mike considers his desert island 4-pack. Cheers from P+P!!

Starting 2021 Off Right

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:30:04 -0600

Ryan and Evan catch up on how the 2020 Holiday season went and start the new year off right. We were fortunate to sample some beer sent to us from Waypost Brewing Co. in Fennville, MI, which was a great zwickel style lager. Musings on the Kyle and Evan annual home-brew stout, online beer ordering apps, great selfies and of course a sip of some Swish from Bissel Bros. Brewing Co. out of Portland, ME. Cheers!!

Best Beers of the Year 2020

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 15:02:57 -0600

Ryan, Evan, Brad, and Kyle virtually gather to discuss their stand out beers and breweries of the year 2020. It must have been the year of the lager because many great lagers showed up on our lists in addition to some obvious beers (did someone say B:B:T from Side Project??) and some surprises like the one from Homes Brewing. Some breweries pivoted amazingly this year and we also talked about how well we did in our local liquor stores allocated bourbon raffle (it didn't go great). Tune in!!

Nate and Max Happy Hour

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 15:21:26 -0600

Evan and Ryan caught up with a couple friends they have know virtually for a number of years. While never having a beer in person together before (well, Evan and Nate did a long time ago), Max and Nate joined in to see where all the hype is these days as excitement has moved more into the bourbon world. We still enjoyed some good beers on the chat but much of the conversation shifted towards spirits. Tune in to get our take and enjoy a fun hour with Nate and Max.

Another Barleywine Episode

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 19:50:43 -0600

Ryan, Bryan, and Evan sit down with more than enough barleywines to sample for a weekday evening. Notable entries from Side Project Brewing, Fremont Brewing, and Bottle Logic Brewing round out the best of the sampling. Get yourself ready for the breakdown and tune in!

Beers and Food of Summer 2020

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 14:47:48 -0600

We finally got a gang of four together and enjoyed a night discussing the best parts of our summer on Ryan's back porch. Great night to be outside and sip on some stouts and talk our favorite beers and food over the last couple of months. Ryan, Mark, Kyle, and Evan (with Brad joining us off mic) enjoyed some great beers from Bottle Logic Brewing, Side Project Brewing, Funk Factory Geuzeria and more. From BBQ to homemade Korean Fried Chicken, we all enjoyed some wonderful meals this summer - tune in to hear all about them!

Fireside Chat with Daniel

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 18:54:53 -0600

Last time Daniel and Evan sat down for a chat was the hot sauce episode pre-COVID and a lot has happened. We got to catch up on our summers, favorite beers, and what podcasts we are digging right now. Sampled the new wild ale from Bearded Owl Brewing and touched on topics like what the fall sports season looks like in the pandemic era. Also on the docket was the recent backlash against unfriendly patrons at Short's Brewing in Michigan and why you gotta play nice with those businesses navigating their new rules. Listen in!!

Alert Coffee Co.

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 19:33:22 -0600

We are back! Yes, summer got busy, but not too busy for coffee! Ryan and Evan talked to Neal Beegle of Alert Coffee Co. from Tampa, FL. He's a friend of the beer world who moved his interests from home roasting coffee to starting his own business. Listen in to hear us talk about favorite regions, how Neal procures his beans, to why he partnered with a local brewery for his coffee shop. Don't forget to snag some beans from their site alertcoffeeco.com!!

Father's Day Gift Guide

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 07:45:19 -0600

Ryan, Kyle, and Evan sat outside on a beautiful night to record an appropriately social distance episode to give some last minute ideas for the best Father's Day gifts one could find on short notice. Mainly some beer, wine, and whiskey ideas plus kitchen, BBQ, and cooking gadgets. We sampled some beers in the first half of the episode from Phase Three Brewing, Sideward Brewing, and the new home-brew Evan just finished. The second half was dedicated to some bourbon sampling which expanded our tastings of some well known and not hard to find bourbons. Enjoy!!

Norse Brewing Company

Tue, 26 May 2020 10:31:52 -0600

This year kicked off great from the start for Norse Brewing Company in Wake Forest, NC. Although the pandemic has altered the plans for the brewery, it hasn't slowed co-owner Chris Jorgensen and head brewer Brad Wynn down from making a mighty return. It's all about community for the brewery, making their taproom a destination for locals to return to with plenty of great beer and food. Chris shared his passion for building a welcoming brewery where it always feels like home. Brad has deep brewing roots and has had some extra time recently to fill the tanks for the return of thirsty drinkers. Listen in to hear all about how Norse Brewing Company is truly the heart of their community!

Kinship Brewing Co.

Sat, 02 May 2020 06:30:30 -0600

Evan and Ryan had a great conversation with Zach Dobeck (owner) and Nick Kelly (communications director) of Kinship Brewing Co. in Waukee, IA. This yet-to-be opened brewery is building excitement and community around its brand and work is underway on their location which will include lots of room for families and even a dog park. Zach speaks to his roots as an long-time, avid home brewer and his savvy in building a business that looks to be more than just a place to grab a beer, but a destination. Nick shares his motivation to join the team and get the word out in a city that has a vibrant craft beer environment. Don't miss our on our recording with Zach and Nick as they share their passion in creating a craft beer destination in the heart of the midwest. Cheers from P+P!

Neil Fisher of WeldWerks Brewing Co.

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 19:04:51 -0600

Ryan, Evan, Mark, and Daniel all got an opportunity to talk to Neil Fisher of WeldWerks Brewing Co. based in Greeley, CO. One of our favorite breweries and one that pushes the envelope of beer, Neil shared with us the inception of WeldWerks and how they transitioned into one of the most well know breweries in the country. From their creative adjunct beers, to thoughtful selection of bourbon barrels for the Medianoche series, their creativity pushes the boundaries of what we know about modern beer. Listen in to our conversation, you won't want to miss it!!

Happy Hour with Eddy

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 13:38:10 -0600

Ryan and Evan had their friend Eddy Simone on for a virtual happy hour to talk Florida beers and the environment. Sideward Brewing Co. in Orlando is one of Eddy's favorites and he shared with us why he digs their lagers so much and naturally, we enjoyed one ourselves. Eddy also talked fresh perspectives on being vegan, recycling, and why conservationism is so important, and especially how it impacts him as a beer drinker. Couldn't have asked to enjoy a beer and discuss these topics with a more passionate guy like Eddy and how we all can do better to take care of our planet.

Live Oak Brewing Company

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 16:30:48 -0600

Myk from Live Oak Brewing Company joined Ryan and Evan for a virtual "sit down" so we can discuss how things are going for their brewery down in Austin, TX. We haven't been shy about our love for their lagers and smoke beers and it was a delight to talk to Myk about why they believe in the beers they make and how the pandemic shut down has affected them. Ryan shares his experiences on his semi-recent trip to the brewery's taproom and grounds and Evan laments his missed trip down to ATX to experience the same but rest assured, Myk is confident that soon patrons will be back to enjoy the biergarten and oak trees and crush some amazing lagers. Enjoy!!

Dan and Lizzie of Til Beer Do Us Part

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 05:38:09 -0600

Dan and Lizzie, the duo behind "Til Beer Do Us Part" joined Ryan and Evan for a couple beers (virtually, of course) to talk through how things are going amidst the pandemic. We were able to learn more about their successful YouTube channel where they discuss and review beer, gear, and the breweries that make the suds they love. Listen up for another round of beers, what we are missing about being beer enthusiasts during this crisis and how we are adjust our lives for work and having a pint. Thanks to Dan and Lizzie for joining, hope you enjoy the listen!!

Virtual Happy Hour

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 13:18:46 -0600

That's right everyone, we went COVID-19 safe for this recording and hosted a virtual happy hour with Ryan, Evan, Kyle, and Brad. While it can be tough to be a beer drinker and practice social distancing, we are doing what we can to stay entertained and come to realize a new way we can gather over a couple beers. We shared how we are staying sane in the new reality but don't focus solely on the pandemic as there is plenty of good topics to discuss as to how breweries are becoming more creative and distilleries pivoting to utilizing their products for new uses. Our hope is everyone can utilize a good podcast and a refreshing way to beat the stir crazy we are all starting to get, cheers from P+P!! Looking forward to new guests in the future!

Let's Make Some Beer

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:50:48 -0600

On this episode, Evan and Kyle sit down to work through their plans to brew some hoppy goodness. We enjoyed some beers off the Pour Bros. Craft Taproom tap wall in addition to some small bottles from Funk Factory Geuzeria and Gueuzerie Tilquin. Their idea for beer involved a first run for a West Coast style double IPA and then utilize some additional running from the mash to create a light, sessionable New England style IPA. Lots of technical talk of grains, hops, water, and yeast. This was our last "in person" podcast before the COVID-19 shutdowns took effect and we hope you find this a great way to spend your time at home. Look forward to us publishing some content in the near future to fuel your social distancing like virtual happy hours and video chat episodes!!

Daniel and Evan Do Hot Sauces

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 20:56:26 -0600

Time for another provisions episode where Evan and Daniel get into some hot sauces. We start simple with the kinda stuff one puts on popcorn and eggs and get ourselves ramped up to ghost peppers, habanero, scotch bonnet, and Carolina reaper based sauces. No co-hosts were harmed in the making of this episodes but we sure did fry our taste buds! Don't worry, we still cracked a couple beers but honestly, we had our dairy on hand to put out the fire on our palates! Cheers!!

Smoked Beers and Smoked Meats

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 20:51:42 -0600

Thanks to Live Oak Brewing in Austin, TX, for sharing an incredible collection of smoked beers with us as we fully dive into our smoked meats from Slow Hand Craft BBQ in Peoria Heights, IL. They served as our hosts as Evan, Kyle, and Ryan devoured some of their best offerings (absolutely loved the house made burger!) and we sipped on some of the less known smoked beer offerings from Live Oak. We talked about how much we loved these easy drinkers and why no one should skip a chance to hit up their brewery if you fly into Austin. We also got to hear a lot about Ryan's recent 24 hours in Brussels where a day full of lambics can sometimes be a bit too much lambic! Hope you enjoy this "Oak" filled episode!! [audio quality wasn't our best but the magic of editing helped to still enjoy the great conversation]

Austin and Alex of The People of Peoria Podcast

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 13:34:43 -0600

A podcast over beers at a brewery about a podcast you say? Absolutely!! Austin and Alex of The People of Peoria Podcast joined Evan and Mark for some great brews and even better conversation at one of our favorite hang out spots, Bearded Owl Brewing. If you haven't listened to their show, tune in to your favorite podcast provider where these guys introduce you to the interesting people who make Peoria a great place to live. We were the ones to get to give you some insight into how they started and what they have coming up on their show, all the while letting them drink a couple blind beers we tried to stump them with. Get our episode where you like your podcasts to learn all about The People of Peoria Podcast! Thanks to Austin and Alex!!

Barrels at Bearded Owl Brewing

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 20:53:57 -0600

Mark and Evan sat down with Nick from Bearded Owl Brewing in downtown Peoria to preview the upcoming 2nd Anniversary they are celebrating and to see what's new this time of year. We were lucky enough to pull some nails from the barrels housing this years upcoming release. We also opened up one of last years' releases to see how its holding up plus tasted some fresh Dunkelweizen which is becoming one of their signature beers. Exciting things are on the horizon for one of our favorite breweries in Peoria!!

Thanksgiving is for Sharing

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 17:39:20 -0600

Evan, Ryan, Mark, and Kyle sit on mic while Pat, Charles, and Mike join us all for the Abbott Holiday Share 2019. So much stout here while we blind taste Side Project Brewing's Derivation 3, Beer:Barrel:Time 2, and Craft Beer and Brewing Mag's Mamanoche. Not a lot of disagreement on the favorite of the beer but it made for a great breakdown of some of the best non-adjunct barrel aged stouts. Mark also brought a biggie of Fonta Flora's Rhythm Rug which didn't last long with this crew. Another fun year for this annual tradition, hope y'all enjoy listening in!!

Mark's Birthday and the World Series

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:46:54 -0600

It's not everyday we get to talk about two amazing events: Mark's birthday and the World Series!! We were so excited about it we never even mentioned the beers was had while recording! We sipped on a home-brew from New Money Meads called "Fallen but Not Forgotten", a barrel aged stout blended with Golden Oreos, fudge, toasted coconut and marshmallows; Misbeehavin' Meads' Jammy AF; and Jester Kings' Fēn Táo. It was fun listening to Mark catch us up on his trip out to the pacific NW and the Portland, OR, region where there were tons of pints and provisions. Evan also was able to brag about his Washington Nationals win of the World Series!

Tête de Cuvée

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:57:07 -0600

Ryan, Evan and Brad sit down at Pour Bros. Craft Taproom to taste a lineup of what literally translates to "top batch" of Side Project Brewing's Tête de Cuvée. We taste the 3 batch vertical side by side, compare how each year is different and come to a consensus as to why our favorite batch stands out as the best. Plenty of time to also discuss our favorite "pints" and "provisions" of the week plus a little college football and baseball catch up on an exciting time here in the fall. Tune in and don't forget to visit our Facebook and Instagram pages! Cheers!!

American Solera

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 11:11:27 -0600

Hey everyone, back again with another episode on an up and coming brewery from Tulsa, OK, named American Solera. What a beautiful fall night we had recording on Mark's patio and sipping on some of this breweries most think and viscous stouts. Both "Son's of Darkness" and "Dollar for Dollar" were perhaps some of the more gooey, inky, and chewy barrel aged stouts we have drank; definitely a treat! We also added our new "Provision of the Week" category so tune in to see what Pint and Provision we thought was the best since we were together. Cheers from P+P!!

Pilsner-palooza

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 16:05:34 -0600

It's crispy time! An episode dedicated to the ever refreshing, light, and bubbly beer, the pilsner. When it's hot out and you don't want to grab a hazy or adjunct stout, these can be the most satisfying brews out there and craft breweries are bringing them to the masses. We taste these crisp lagers from all over including Perennial Artisan Ales, Pfriem Family Brewers, Live Oak Brewing Company, Sideward Brewing Co., and Angry Chair Brewing. Listen in to how they stack up and why most craft brewers turn to pilsners and other lagers as their "go to" while they are on the job. Cheers!!

Tastings, Troon, and Triple Crossing

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 19:23:30 -0600

Evan, Ryan, and Kyle sit down to break down how to sample and taste hops and malt. We also had a chance to enjoy a couple shared beers from some generous folks we know on the East Coast. Marc sent us "Less Than Alone" a bourbon barrel aged stout with vanilla beans from Triple Crossing Beer in Richmond, VA, and Adam sent a great beer from Troon Brewing, an up and coming brewery. Not to be forgotten but the Modem Tones from Modern Times Beer provided a great warm up. We very much appreciated all these unique and flavorful beers from some good friends willing to share!! Tune in to hear how they all went over and how good we were at tasting our hops and malt samples!!

Evan Goes to Beer Camp

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 13:42:48 -0600

In June, Evan attended the Craft Beer and Brewing Magazine's Brewer's Retreat in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, and we covered all the highlights. This is an annual event where attendees learn and brew with some of craft beer most well known master brewers from breweries such as Russian River Brewing Co., Other Half Brewing, Monkish Brewing Co., and Trillium Brewing Co. Kyle, Ryan, and Evan sampled some of the beers brewed at the retreat including a maple amber from Sean Lawson of Lawson's Finest Liquids, a coffee and vanilla milk stout by Neil Fisher of Weldwerks Brewing Co. and Vinnie Cilurzo's of Russian River brett blonde. We also discussed Portland as a beercation destination which included great breweries such as Bissel Brothers, Oxbow Brewing Co, and Allagash Brewing Co. Tune in to learn all about the retreat, the master brewers and their breweries and how the beers from the retreat turned out!

Dennis Talks Distilling

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 20:00:22 -0600

Ryan, Dillon, and Evan talk to our friend Dennis about his work at a local, large volume distillery. We learned a lot about the process of distilling and what makes it unique. Dennis also makes wine and home and we compared and contrasted these methods with brewing. We felt it necessary to bring a beer that represents the cross-over with wine such as a Cantillon Vigneronne and a one that brings in the process of barreling with 3 Floyds Brewing '19 Marshmallow Handjee. For those that like the technical aspect of these processes, this one allowed some "nerding" out on the science behind it. We also let Dillon pull a blind beer on us off the Pour Bros tap-wall which was a fun challenge. Cheers everyone from P+P!!

Talking Belgian Beers with Eoghan of Brussels Beer City

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:18:01 -0600

Eoghan is the writer for the blog Brussels Beer City and we were excited to have him join us for a conversation of all things Belgium. Bryan joined Evan stateside and we talked with Eoghan and Chad, who were in Brussels, for a dive into the beers that excite their drinking culture. We simultaneous sampled beers from Brasserie de la Senne, Brouwerij 3 Fonteinen, and Westvleteren. Eoghan talked about the brewer mentality of Belgian brewers and why the taproom model isn't like it is in the states. What excites Belgians about American beers? What's the drinker's culture in Brussels? What do brewers think of American Lambic style beers (hint: they laugh)? Tune in to this honest and thoughtful discussion with our fiends in Brussels, it was definitely a fun time!!

Chips and Beer

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 21:01:38 -0600

The summer has been keeping us all busy but we are back with an amazing new episode with our friends Michael and Jenna. Jenna hosts her own YouTube channel (ieatallthechips) to showcase her enthusiasm for all things chips. We paired some amazing beers, such as 3 Floyds Brewing's 'Rrari Crochet, Perennial Artisan Ales' Blue Ridge, and Brouwerij 3 Fonteinen's Oude Geuze Golden Blend with some complimentary spuds to highlight each offering. It was an entertaining time sipping great beers, crunching great chips and not to mention a drop in from Bryan, Trey barking, and a broken glass. We also had the privilege of sampling a bottle of Mook Meadery's "The Big Montana", a strawberry vanilla milkshake style mead which was a big hit with the crowd...thanks to DJ!! Tune in to hear from Jenna tell us about her YouTube channel, how she became such a chip enthusiast and if she thinks cheese puffs are chips or not! This was a fun one for sure, cheers from P+P!!!

Blind Tasting St. Louis' Biggest Beers

Wed, 29 May 2019 20:07:35 -0600

We went big for our 50th episode as we blind tasted, guessed, and ranked some of the biggest, barrel-aged, non-adjunct stouts to come out of St. Louis. A total of 8 of us tested 6 monster beers from Perennial Artisan Ales, Side Project Brewing, and Main & Mill Brewing to see which ones stood out from an already crowded field of contenders. Tasted were Side Project's Beer:Barrel:Time Batch 1 & 2, Perennial's Maman '17, '18, and the double barrel version from The Wine and Cheese Place in addition to Main & Mill's Carpathian. Lots of fun and a little disagreement to determine who was best at determining which beer was which and we also get to see how our total rankings ending up for the 6 beers between all of us. Thanks as always to Pour Bros Craft TapRoom in Peoria Heights for hosting! Cheers from P+P!!

Valiant Brewing and the Marshmallow Quantarium

Fri, 24 May 2019 21:16:07 -0600

Lots of fun stuff here with Evan, Ryan, and Kyle talking first about the now defunct Valiant Brewing Co. and their Russian mega stout, Marshmallow Quantarium. Seemed like a successful brewery but closed its doors and left a big wake behind it with this white whale which delivered a big vanilla bomb of a stout with a fullness and sweetness like many of the best out there. So why do some good breweries fail? We also discuss the reasons collaboration can build a brewery. Shout outs to New Glarus Brewing and keeping it nostalgic when we travel to Wisconsin, the soon to open Hop Station in Mishawaka, IN, and Mook Meadery, whom we still are looking for samples from. Ryan also touches on his brief trip up to this years Dark Lord Day at Three Floyds Brewery in Munster, IN. Cheers from P+P!!

The 6th Annual North Peoria Craft Brewfest

Mon, 13 May 2019 19:41:58 -0600

The Fox Pub in Peoria celebrated its 6th annual brewfest where Ryan and Evan headed to enjoy some brews on a cool and rainy midwest day. We ran down the list of some of our favorites of the day including beers from Lil' Beaver Brewery, Wake Brewing, Triptych Brewing, Pollyanna Brewing Company, and Bent River Brewing Co. Nick of Bearded Owl Brewing shared some of his highlights of the day and we also spoke with Matt Rixner who continues his pursuit to bringing a great draft beer festival to Peoria. It was a fun and loud time (pardon the background noise, but we were at a festival!!) with many great local and regional brews and fantastic people to enjoy them with, cheers!!

Marionberries and Blind Tastings

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 12:04:42 -0600

Ryan, Evan, and Mark head down to Pour Bros Taproom in the Heights to challenge each other with some more blind tastings. Each submitted an interesting entry to put our palates to the test. Our table beer today was Marionberry Table by Holy Mountain Brewing and various offerings from the Pour Bros Tapwall. We also got to discuss the drama with the big beer brands and why corn is so important to the Midwest. Tune in and enjoy, cheers from P+P!!

Blinded Bourbon

Sat, 13 Apr 2019 10:07:34 -0600

Hey Provisionists, new episode is ready and its a fun one! Mark, Evan, and Ryan sat down to educate our palates on bourbon. We each brought a bottle and taste tested them against each other. Three very different bourbons with we do our best to describe how they taste against each other. Lots of fun so tune in to hear us go through them and what we each brought. Also enjoyed was a great beer from Fonta Flora Brewery called Local Snacks. Cheers!!

Cherries, Honolulu, and Brackets

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 05:33:39 -0600

Evan and Ryan team up to taste some cherry wild ales, one from OEC Brewing and the other from Fonta Flora Brewery. Similar style but very different beers, tune in to see how they stack up. Also tasted was Honolulu from Asling Brewing Co., a barrel aged stout with coconut and coffee. We did get a chance to go over our favorite match ups and games for the upcoming basketball tournament so see how we are doing with our picks! Cheers from P+P!!

At Pour Bros with Rob

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:08:47 -0600

Here we go! Mark and Evan were joined by Kyle to sit down and talk to Rob, co-owner of Pour Bros Craft Taproom in Peoria Heights. Rob has been hard at work booking music for the upcoming season of Saturday night concerts at Pour Bros. We got to hear what bands are coming and some exciting events on the schedule. St. Patrick's Day festivities were on the docket as well in the Heights! Kyle brought a blind tasting beer for the rest of us and we also popped our first barleywine on the podcast, Perennial's barrel aged Vermillion. Cheers from P+P!!

Urban Chestnut Brewing Co. and Southern Grist Brewing

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 22:06:21 -0600

Mark and Evan welcome Bryan back to the podcast to share his experiences at the Southern Grist Brewing 3rd Anniversary. We sample some beers he and our friend Spartan enjoyed from the festivities and how Nashville represents "the new South" with its elevated cuisine. Our big props go out to Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.'s lagers and we highlight how their customer service shines when confronted with a cooler full of craft beers. They graciously provided the amazing lagers we sampled on the recording and we get to tell you why they are the go-to German beer style brewers in the region. Cheers from P+P!!

Holy Mountain, Floodland, and Madagascar

Sat, 23 Feb 2019 09:00:14 -0600

What a topic Mark, Ryan, and Evan discussed surrounding the issue of limited quantities of released beers and how breweries handle it. Central to this is Floodland Brewing and how they handle keeping their beers out of the secondary market. You may side with the brewer or with the consumer on this but we find this a great example of the controversy of the secondary market. We did enjoy a Holy Mountain sour (where the Floodland brewer was before he started his own brewery), 4 Hands Brewing Madagascar Uganda variant, and some blind pours which challenged our palates. Don't miss this one! Cheers Provisionists!!

RateBeer Top 50

Sat, 09 Feb 2019 08:42:20 -0600

Daniel and Evan discuss the recent release of RateBeer's Top 50 Brewers. It's a fun list to go through but there is a lot more, especially with big beers full acquisition of RateBeer, to discuss about the rating sites methods and results. We both sip on a beer from a top 50 brewery including ones from Half Acre Beer Co. and Maine Beer Co. and dive into the pros and cons of RateBeer and what it tells us about craft beer. Cheers from P+P!!

Our First Craft Experiences

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 22:34:27 -0600

Ryan and Evan discuss their first craft beer introductions and the breweries that first influenced their passion for craft beer. We also discuss the beers we drink during these bleak winter months and sip on some of the beers we are most excited about which include some sours, lambics, and spontaneous fermented country beers. Cheers from P+P!!

Anniversary Part 2 (The Provisions Episode)

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 09:01:57 -0600

Part 2 of our first anniversary episode explores the "provisions" side of our passions. First up are our favorite dishes or foods and how they are prepared from sous vide to reverse searing alongside our best sides enjoyed. Then we debate our best non-beer drinks of the year with great bourbons such as the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection bourbons and the Jefferson's Reserve 16 Year but not forgetting wines and cocktails. Enjoy this all provisions episode sharing our best of 2018!!

We Turned One! (Part 1: Best of 2018)

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 17:44:35 -0600

We celebrated our birthday in this episode by reviewing our favorite beers and breweries of 2018. While sipping on some Framboise Du Fermier by Side Project Brewing and Mornin' Delight by Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. we see how each of us ranks the best beers we had in 2018. Then we move on to discuss those breweries and brewers who made waves and impressed us in 2018. It was great to be back recording at Pour Bros Craft Tap Room and sharing pints with friends while we celebrated the last year of recording! Stay tuned for part 2 to be released soon!!

A Season of Giving and Sharing

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 07:05:21 -0600

Mark, Evan, and Ryan are joined by Andy (and other friends!) to dig in to the Abbott Annual Christmas Share. We start off by a couple of vanilla bombs by 3 Floyds Brewing and Forager Brewery. We are sure to test our palates with a couple of blind tastings but also wreck our palates on one of the more interesting beers of the night. Lots of other big beers from Perennial Artisian Ales, Toppling Goliath Brewery, Side Project Brewing, Cantillon, 3 Fonteinen, J Wakefield Brewing, Funk Factory Geuzeria, and Shared Brewing. No great beer was left untested as we enjoyed this special holiday gathering to share our best beers, cheers!!!

Let's Talk Chicago

Sat, 22 Dec 2018 09:30:32 -0600

Midwest beers and specifically Chicago beers are getting a lot of buzz lately so we asked fellow Chicago beer enthusiast Rick to join us. We dive in head first on some Side Project Brewing Beer:Barrel:Time, one of the best non-adjunct stouts we have all ever tasted. Then we get into how and why Chicago is THE destination for craft beer; offerings tasted come from Hop Butcher For The World and Hailstorm Brewing Co. It was great to have Rick join us for this all out love affair for Midwest and Chicago beers. Cheers from P+P!!

Don't call it a Lambic!

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 16:57:24 -0600

Ryan and Evan are joined by lambic fanatic Bryan for some talk about the traditional Belgian style of Lambics. Like tart, dry, funky, and rustic beers? What's a coolship and spontaneous fermentation? Some of the traditional Lambic breweries have been around since before the First World War and their techniques are steeped in tradition. We discuss what makes these beers unique and why you can't call it a Lambic unless brewed under specific guidelines. On the docket are beers from Cantillon, Side Project, and Boon Brewery. Cheers!!

Black Friday

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 20:34:29 -0600

Happy Black Friday everyone! Ryan, Evan, Brett, and Michael share thoughts on the annual Thanksgiving share hosted by Ryan. We blind taste different years of WeldWerks Brewing's Medianoche barrel aged stout, enjoy some Open Spaces by Side Project Brewing, and discuss how we are out to get our allotments of Bourbon County Brand Stout from Goose Island Beer Co. Chicago's FOBAB (Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged Beers) also just finished and we review winners and how great it is for the city. Cheers!!

How to Survive Thanksgiving with Craft Beer

Sat, 17 Nov 2018 10:32:57 -0600

Daniel and Evan talk Thanksgiving and how best to enjoy the day, especially if you are a craft beer enthusiast. We discuss our favorite dishes and how we best enjoy the day with libations whether it wine, cocktails, or beer. Thanksgiving is about getting together and enjoying great food, drink with a little fun with the family. Cheers from P+P!!

Industry Brewing Co.

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 13:01:33 -0600

Ryan, Evan, and Mark sit down with Brian Buss, head brewer of Industry Brewing Co. located in Peoria, IL. We learned more about his transition from seasoned home brewer to his position at Industry where he crafts his own twists on classic styles. His crushable beers are a reflection of his approach to craft beer which focuses as much on the beer as the conversations and people he drinks them with. This was highlighted by the beers we sampled including his saison, double IPA, red ale, and porter. Tune in for our time with Brian and hear him construct his "Ideal 4-pack"! Cheers!!

Beer Trivia at Daniel's

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 19:15:36 -0600

Evan, Mark, and Daniel are joined by guests Tim and Phil for a fun filled episode of beer trivia! We recorded at Daniel's house in Lombard where we may have successfully indoctrinated Phil into the depths of craft beer geek-dom. Although we strayed way off topic at times to discuss the economics of big beer and how growing craft breweries are able to deliver a consistent product, we still managed to stay humbled by our trivia questions. Did we mention we cracked some really awesome beers? Tune in wherever you get your podcasts!!

Did We Just Become Best Friends?

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 15:25:54 -0600

Ryan and Evan, along with guest host Luke, talk to the brewers of Bearded Owl Brewing, Nick and PJ, about our collaboration brew "Did We Just Become Best Friends?" This tasty NEIPA turned out to be a melon forward, full bodied, hazy IPA so go get some before it's gone! We also talked about Bearded Owl's experience at the Great American Beer Festival. Finally, we sample some great beers from Henry and Fran Brewing and Weldwerks to celebrate stout season. Cheers from P+P!!

Beer 102

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 10:58:21 -0600

Kyle joins Ryan and Evan for our second installment of reviewing classic styles called Beer 102. Evan gives a little background on the annual Oktoberfest event and its origins while discussing amber marzen style lagers with the one that started it all. Ryan shares a special lambic geuze he recieved from a friend in Belgium and how unique the style really is. Finally, Kyle gets to crack the OG saison that everyone should try and why it's universally adored. Thanks for tuning in! Cheers from P+P!!

Drinking with the Moose

Sat, 08 Sep 2018 09:24:05 -0600

We are joined with special guest Daniel, who shares with us his love of Chicago beers and we help him push his palate a bit with a big stout from J. Wakefield Brewing and a sour from DeGarde Brewing. As we sip across the Pour Bros. tap wall, disucssions include the Peoria Beer Mile, our Labor Day adventures, and even avocado toast. Thanks to Daniel for joining us, cheers from P+P!!

Please Send Beer

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 21:48:44 -0600

Evan, Ryan, and Mark spend a fair amount of time tasting all that gracious listeners have sent us including beers from Henry and Fran Brewing Co. and Scofflaw Brewing amongst others. Then we dissect why vanilla is such a great adjunct for beers and why it is costly and challenging to brew with. Finally someone in the group nails the blind taste test and we do some quick beer trivia. A lot packed into one episode but a fun one for us to share with you! Cheers from P+P!!

Beer Bars and Beer Trivia

Sat, 25 Aug 2018 05:50:10 -0600

Evan, Mark, and Dan welcome you back for a list of our favorite beer bars from around the country. From east coast to west coast and in between, we give you the places you should go for great craft beer if you are traveling in the US. Mark and Evan sip on some fresh Bearded Owl Brewing beers while we break down this list and Dan enjoys some Dogfish Head beer all the way from Chicagoland. Finally Dan gives us a taste of an upcoming episode where we all sit down and compete in beer trivia, an episode that will certainly show how much we still have to learn! Cheers from P+P!!

Beer 101

Sat, 18 Aug 2018 07:33:34 -0600

We welcome Kyle to the podcast to talk a couple basic styles of beer. While we sip on some vintage 3 Floyds beers, we discuss a couple classic German stlyle beers you should check out and harken back to when IPAs were actually bitter. Our beers today come from Weihenstephaner, Ayinger, and Bear Republic Brewing Co. in addition to a great sour from Fonta Flora Brewing outta North Carolina. Our beers of the week come from The Veil Brewing Co., Saugatuck Brewing, and Side Project Brewing. This is an episode that certainly paid hommage to those beers that have paved the way!!

Summa Summa Summatime

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 20:21:32 -0600

Evan and Dan discuss summer and why its such a great time for beer! Our favorites for the week come from Pipeworks Brewing Co. and Short's Brewing Co. We talk about our favorite beers for summer which include pale ales, session IPAs, and Kolsch style which pair with the best of summer acitivities. Listen in to why we all head towards Michigan for our summertime fun and how their inviting culture of beer and summertime fun is perfect! Cheers from P+P!!

My Favorite Kitty

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 21:17:20 -0600

Evan and Ryan sit down to talk about Ryan's recent trip to the Boston area and sip on some fresh Treehouse Curiosity 50. We also discuss listener questions and have fun with another blind tasting. Finally, we get the privilege to sample a special beer from a very special brewery...it's about meow time! Cheers from P+P!!

Meatfest

Sat, 21 Jul 2018 07:31:19 -0600

You like meat? Then this is the episode for you! Mark, Bryan, and Evan collaborate on a meal for the meat lovers. As we crack some great beers from Bearded Owl Brewing and Bearded Iris Brewing, we get down to how we constructed a BBQ and smoke centric dinner including smoked chicken wings, pork belly burnt ends, and smoked beef ribs (wow they are huge!). We share our personal tips on BBQ and smoking, what kind of sides we love the most (the pimento cheese dip is tops), and also discuss what brews we like to pair with our offerings. Enjoy our first huge dive into the provisions side of our obsessions, cheers!!

Playing' Dagz

Sat, 14 Jul 2018 08:22:33 -0600

We sit down at Pour Bros. Taproom to listen to Chris of Dagz, a recreational dice game, tell us why his invention is taking over local drinking establishments! He shares his story how he came up with the addictive game and how his brand has grown to fill breweries and taprooms. We share beers of the week, sip on some fresh Henry and Fran Brewing Co. beers, and get stumped on a blind taste test once again. Cheers from P+P!!

Rocket Wood Studio and West Dublin Pub

Sat, 07 Jul 2018 13:25:33 -0600

This one's for the wood workers!! We sit down with Steve and Caroline with Rocket Wood Studio in Pekin, IL, and learn about how they can turn a milled piece of specialty wood into beautiful and striking bars, table-tops, and custom pieces. They also tour us through their shop where old, vintage tools are hard at work next to some cutting edge technology. And don't forget we sip on some great beers while listening! Then we talk to Tom West of West Dublin Pub, a newly opened Irish style pub in the downtown district of Pekin where their passion is creating a space for the community to gather. Don't forget the incredible hand-crafted bar and tables built by Rocket Wood Studio! We truly enjoyed listening to their stories and sharing a beer!

Craft Hype USA

Mon, 25 Jun 2018 13:46:28 -0600

Cheers Provisionists! Evan, Mark, and Ryan explore both the deserved and non-deserved hype in craft beer today and why we need to just enjoy what we are drinking! The conversation was sparked by discussing and sharing what our best beers of 2018 have been thus far and what the latest hype is in the craft beer industry. We also get a little "meaty" talking about how we spent our Father's Days (mostly relaxing and smoking meat) and what we tried that really stood out over the past week. There was even time for a little blind tasting - tune in to find out what it was!

Pour Bros Craft Taproom

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 21:47:37 -0600

Pour Bros. Taproom is a one-of-a-kind craft beer experience located in Peoria Heights, IL. We learn from Nate and Jason how this unique craft beer bar got started and where it's heading next. It was the first in the state of Illinois to bring craft beer enthusiasts a pour-your-own tap wall allowing drinkers to sample from their exceptionally diverse menu of drafts. Pour Bros. Taproom also attracts patrons by offering Saturday live music in their courtyard and have teamed up to offer a much anticipated locally sourced wood fired BBQ called Slow Hand Craft BBQ. Listen in to learn more about why we will be spending more time here than we already do! Cheers from P+P!!

Bearded Owl Brewing

Sat, 09 Jun 2018 10:23:02 -0600

Brewers Nick Babcock and PJ Hoehne of Bearded Owl Brewing sit down with us to talk about their evolution from homebrewing to running a successful craft brewery in the eager market of Peoria. They aren’t shy to try new styles and push the envelope to get craft beer drinkers in central Illinois excited for what’s next. Nick and PJ are looking to forge a new enthusiasm for craft beer locally and they talk about Bearded Owl’s future. Listen in to this episode to learn all about this great new brewery plus celebrations of Dan’s birthday, Phish references and discussions of beer in gas stations. Cheers from P+P!!

The Wolfpack

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 10:34:13 -0600

It's great to have everyone together again...Evan, Ryan, and Mark talk to Dan while sampling and reviewing Flagler Village Brewery's Barrel Aged S'Mores Stout and More Brewing's Henna Batch #2 Cinnamon Babka. Dan and Mark catch up with Ryan and Evan's time at Dark Lord Day and Ryan decides to suprise us with a blind taste test beer. Cheers from P+P!!

Dark Lord Day 2018

Tue, 22 May 2018 16:07:36 -0600

Evan and Ryan take you through 3 Floyds Brewing Co.'s Dark Lord Day 2018. First, along with their friends, they share some amazing beers on the eve of the festival with the highlight being Modern Times' Monster Tones. They also talk about Prairie Artisan Ales' Prairie Dawgs program and sample some their members beers. Then it's off to the festival on Saturday with highlights being the variants, the food, and the camaraderie between festival goers. What was the overall favorite of the day? Listen to find out! Cheers from P+P!!

Brink Brewing Co.

Sat, 12 May 2018 09:37:33 -0600

We talk to John McGarry, Captain and Founder, of Brink Brewing Co. in Cinncinati, OH, on how the brewery got started and how their community focused vision made them one of the most interesting stories in craft beer. John, along with his founding team of Sarah (his wife), Kelly (his brother), Mark (brother-in-law), and Andrew (long time family friend) have not only brought home well deserved hardware for their fantastic beers but built a brewery centered on the neighborhood of College Hill which has embraced them with open arms. Listen in to John tell the story on how it all started with Brink while Mark and Evan sip on a few of their incredible offerings.

We Attempt Blind Tasting

Fri, 04 May 2018 11:49:45 -0600

Evan, Ryan, and Mark venture into new territory where we each take a turn with a blind tasting of beers we each brought. Let's just say, we learned a lot about our palates! Ryan also shares a very special bottle in celebration of his trip to Nashville which included a stop at Bearded Iris Brewing. Mark fills us in on Idyll Hounds Brewing Co. and his trip to Florida and Evan discusses his trip to Austin, TX, and Jester King Brewery. Mark also pulls out a french pressed beer for further confuse us! Cheers from P+P!!

Don't call it a recap!

Sat, 28 Apr 2018 11:18:45 -0600

Dan and Evan sit down for another "fireside chat" and recap what's been going good on our beginnings of our podcast. We get to tease Ryan and Mark since they weren't present to defend themselves and venture off topic about Dippin' Dots and becoming a Cicero..no, nope, no, don't say it! We also look forward to what the next episodes have in store for us including many interviews with some our local obsessions! Cheers everyone!!

All Things Coffee

Sat, 14 Apr 2018 11:31:18 -0600

Sara, owner of The Spot Coffee, invites us to her shop to talk about our favorite morning beverage. She gives us insight on what makes her place so special and how it all started. Also joining the conversation are brothers Tristan and Mitch from CxT Roasting Company where we get schooled on the process of roasting coffee beans. Don't worry, we were able to enjoy plenty of coffee beers in the process and help bridge the divide between our two favorite liquids: beer and coffee. Cheers and enjoy!!

How to Survive a Beer Festival

Sat, 07 Apr 2018 09:27:06 -0600

Dan and Evan discuss strategies and tips to make the best of your upcoming beer festival. We sip on some newly available beers to our area from Old Nation Brewing Company while we help with the proper way to prepare and have an awesome time at the next beer event you attend. Go to hoppedupnetwork.com to catch all of our episodes and other great podcasts about craft beer! Also head to Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to keep up with our musings, cheers Provisionists!!

Assassin Day 2018

Sun, 01 Apr 2018 14:28:30 -0600

Evan Skypes in with Ryan to get his take on Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.'s Assassin Day 2018. It's cold, windy, and full of dedicated beer enthusiasts from around the world seeking out the whiskey barrel aged imperial stout. Sounds like all is well with the 2018 edition of the beer with lots of viscous dark fruit flavors. We also hear from friends waiting outside the brewery as they wait to get tastes of the much anticipated variants which included coffee and coconut. Thanks to our support from the Hopped Up Network, go check our the newest episode and all our great partners! Cheers from P+P!!

March Beer Madness

Sat, 24 Mar 2018 21:27:02 -0600

Shooting from the hip on this episode where Evan, Mark, Ryan, and Dan talk about beers and college basketball teams. We taste pastry stouts from Angry Chair Brewing and More Brewing Co. and sample sours from Casey and Jester King. No direction here other than letting us do what we do best: comradery between four passionate beer guys trying to get through a podcast before we are stranded by a spring snowstorm! Cheers from P+P!!

Beer Nerds and Biggie Smalls

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 22:35:37 -0600

Ryan and Evan geek out in the nerdiest way possible as they dissect J. Wakefield Brewing's "It Was All A Dream". We provide a little background on the Miami based brewery while taking listener questions and sharing our favorite beer and food pairings. From the simplest of beers to the big barrel aged adjunct stouts to your cellared barleywines, we provide some pearls on how you can intellectualize the most complex of beers. Cheers from P+P!!

Dan loves Michigan beer

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 13:03:08 -0600

Dan talks to Evan about his experience at the Michigan Brewers Guild Winter Beer Festival held at Fifth Third Ballpark near Grand Rapids, MI. He talks about the best beers and biggest surprises in addition to what makes it such a great event. We sip on some Michigan beers while we talk about what makes Michigan such a great beer state. Cheers from P+P!

Charcuterie and Milkshakes

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 20:48:20 -0600

Evan, Mark, Ryan and special guest Bryan get you schooled on making a great charcuterie board so guests are never disappointed. Bryan certainly drops knowledge on how to best pair meats, cheeses, and accoutrements with our beers while we crack a Side Project La Ruche. Then we dip into the "milkshake" IPA style where Tired Hands are the leaders and others follow suit such as Bearded Iris Brewing "Mood Ring". We also enjoy breaking down a blind taste test provided by Ryan. Beyond that, we talk local beer projects and events such as the new Bearded Owl release just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Thanks again to Bryan for his input and we look forward to next time when we interview Dan on his experience at the recent Great Michigan Beer Festival in Grand Rapids. Cheers from P+P!!

"We're doin' it live!" (Home-brew Episode)

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 21:38:11 -0600

Join Evan, Ryan, and Mark for a (more or less) live recording of a homebrewing crash course! We brew a NE style IPA and crack some Aslin and Side Project/Casey beers while we walk through some of the integral steps of the brewing process. Also included is a shout out to Ss Brewtech and Rufus Teague for enhancing our experience with brewing and smoking meat. Included for your listening pleasure are neighbors driving by, garage doors opening, equipment banging, and kids screaming upstairs! Looking forward to the finished product, cheers from P+P!!

Beercations

Sat, 10 Feb 2018 16:36:15 -0600

The entire crew is together for a dive into beer destination vactions (beercations). First, we review the best beers we drank this week and what's going on in craft beer at the moment. Then we taste beers from Oregon breweries deGarde and Great Notion, California breweries Bottle Logic and SARA, and taste brews from Hill Farmstead and Trillium. It's good to have everyone together! Cheers from the P+P Crew!!

The Haze Craze

Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:02:23 -0600

Dan joins Mark and Evan (we missed Ryan today) for a dive into the Hazy IPA craze. East coast, West coast, and no coast hazy IPAs are sampled. Where are the best ones brewed? Why are these so good? Is there fatigue setting in on this style? From Treehouse to Monkish we look at why we love this style and where the good ones are. Lots of coverage on some local breweries such as Bearded Owl and Triptych. Also a brief sample of some locally roasted coffee and destinations for the "Beercation". Cheers from the P+P crew!!

Bourbons and French Press

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 16:16:04 -0600

On our pilot episode we spend much of our precious beer time tasting and talking about some great bourbons. We cover using a french press to create your own pastry stout. Finally we taste one of the pastry stouts from Angry Chair Brewing, Imperial German Chocolate Coffee Cupcake stout. Shout outs to some local establishments here in Peoria include Whiskey City Architectural Salvage, Bearded Owl Brewing, and Industry Brewing. Brief topics include meat smoking and beer-cations (beer destination vacations). Cheers from the P+P crew!!