Hey everyone! Got some awesome beers from Stone Brewing, Lakefront Brewing, Left Hand Brewing, Great Lakes, and Sixpoint as well as a great mead from Crafted Artisan Meadery. Enjoy! Hit up the Cavalier website to get signed up as an account or for more info on the company. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ho…

In this episode I talk about how you can get those highly sought after, limited release beers that you see your competitors getting. It's super easy so check it out! LINKS Ep 15: Analysis Paralysis EP 16: Let's Talk About Price, Baby! EP 17: My Beer Isn't Selling --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support…

Thanks for tuning in! This week we have new beers from the following breweries: Bloomington Brewing Company, Central State Brewing, Founders Brewing, Krombacher, Maine Beer Company, Schofferhofer, and Short's Brewing! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support…

Thanks for tuning in! This episode features beers from Blake's Hard Cider, Left Hand Brewing Company, Lexington Brewing & Distilling, and New Day Craft. I also talk about the amazing lineup we have from Collective Arts Brewing, launching in Indiana!! Thanks for tuning in!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologis…

This week's edition contains new items from the following suppliers: BrewDog Central State Brewing Ciderboys Lakefront Brewing Left Hand Brewing Schramm's Mead Urban Artifact Feel free to reach out to me, your local Indiana Cavalier representative, or visit CavBeer.com to learn more about these items as well as other brands and products in our port…

Thanks for tuning in! I'm excited to announce that I got my old laptop working again (looks like it fixed itself actually) but I now have access to better audio recording/editing software which hopefully means better quality overall. Still working out the kinks so if it sounds odd, my bad. In this episode I address some things I've been going throu…

Thanks for tuning in! In this episode I talked about the relationship between Retailers and Brewery Representatives when it comes to "free" stuff and review Left Hand Nitro Chai Milk Stout. LINKS: Original Youtube Video Instagram Facebook Twitter --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support…

1st episode of the new year!!! 2019, baby!! WOOOOO!!!! Thanks for tuning in. I talk about what's going on in town, a little on the industry, and do a Short's Brewing review. LINKS: Short's Brewing Review [VIDEO] Is Craft Beer Burning Out? Solbird Kitchen & Tap BrewBound.com Off-Premise Sales SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube --…

EPISODE 20!!! Holy crap, y'all!!! This is insane! Thank you to all my listeners. It seriously means a whole lot that you'd take the time to listen to little ol' me talk about beer and life! So in this episode I talk about 4 beers from Badger Hill Brewing out of Minnesota, reminisce about my holiday weekend and talk about the updated definition of "…

In this episode I go over a brief history of the recent India Pale Ale style, the Brut IPA. Stone's Enjoy By IPA 01.01.19 Brut IPA is thoroughly enjoyed and reviewed. Then I talk about life happenings. Check out the show notes below for links and other info!Please like, rate and subscribe if you like what you heard and share if you have friends tha…

Greetings and Happy Repeal Day!! It was 85 years ago (the day of the episode recording) that Prohibition was repealed in the United States. HURRAY!!! You already know, ya boy likes to sip on the good, good so this is a special day for me and all of you too! I'll keep the show notes fairly short. I talk about the 21st Amendment, some things that hav…

I decided to LIVE STREAM record this podcast episode on my Instagram! It was great! I had some beers and a I talked about how you, YES, YOU, can sell your beer better especially if you work in or run a package store. As always, hit me up on Anchor or on social media (@hopologist on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram where I'm most active). Thank you f…

Part 2 of my Beer For Thought Series where I give some insight on various aspects of the beer world focused on businesses and retailers. Whether you own, manage or are employed by a bar, restaurant or package store that sells beer, this is for you!In this episode, mostly focused for on-premise bars and restaurants, is about pricing. To be more spec…

In this episode talk about the idea of analysis paralysis when it comes to beer, decision-making, and sales. Sometimes it’s not a bad idea to take a step back in order to move your business forward. Also, this is going to be a little bit different than my other recordings. This episode in the next couple are geared more toward those that actually w…

FINALLY!!! Geez, Phil! So this is the last part of the 3 part Expired Beer episode. In this episode we bring attention to the responsibilities of businesses/retailers (we're talking liquor stores, bottle shops, grocery stores) and you, the consumer! BEER:-Brickwig Brewing Session Series: Coffee Vanilla Stout-Infusion Brewing Company Imperial Domini…

Greetings my beer hooligans, this is Part 2 of a 3 part episode on Out of Code (expired) beer. In this part Brett, Duffey, and I discuss the responsibilities of breweries and distributors concerning beer freshness. We also learn how some breweries determine freshness for their products.Beers:-Possmann Frankenfurter Apfelwein -- German Hard Cider- K…

In this episode I am joined by 2 special guests and before we get into the trials and tribulations of Out of Code (OOC) aka expired beer, we get through some introductions, talk about sours and beer rating systems. Guests:-Brett is a professional woodworker and auction enthusiast in his free time and is the Northeast Indiana District Sales Manager …

I turn on my low and smooth NPR voice for this one, folks. So light some candles, maybe start a bubble bath, grab a beer and tune in. I talk about a couple events, a new bar opening and the value of drinkability. If you have any comments, hit me up on the Anchor app or @hopologist on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter. Cheers and thanks for listening!!…

Greetings everyone! In this episode I review a couple beers from Glutenberg, a Canadian, all gluten-free brewery; discuss some things going down with Constellation Brands and list some beers you should be drinking this coming Labor Day. A tad longer than than some previous episodes but I hope you enjoy!//As always, feel free to hit me up on this An…

Thanks for tuning in! In this episode I cover a brief of hard cider, review a couple beers (and a cider, of course) and talk about what's going on in the beer world and my life! As always, you can me up on the Anchor app, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter @hopologist. I appreciate any feedback positive or constructive! Cheers!--- Support this podcast…

I've been absent for a few weeks dealing with things in my own head and using my "perfectionist" ways as an excuse to not put out content. Still trying to find my groove but I thought I would record while I sat outside drinking a beer.I'm all over the place in this one but I hope you enjoy. Also, as mentioned in the pod, I will be doing an episode …

In this re-recording I give you 11 tips on surviving Beer Fests! Beer fests are a great way to try a lot of different beers in one space and mingle with like-minded, beer-centric people. You can also meet and talk with distributors as well as representatives from multiple breweries. My first beer fest was a blast but had I followed these guidelines…

Greetings, my little beer foam bubbles!!! In this episode I talk about a few ways to try new beer. This is a re-recording of Episode 3 with more clarity and some more concise information. There are millions of beers (millions? Hm. Probably) out there and it can be a little intimidating navigating the liquor store or even a good craft beer bar. I gi…

This is the 1st "Drunk Edition" episode. Shared some wine with a friend and decided to do this pod after. In this episode, I talk about the history of canned beer and why they are superior to bottles. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions, feel free to hit me up on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter @hopologist Cheers!!--- Support this podcast…

Greetings! In this episode I talk about IBUs (International Bitterness Units) and why you shouldn't pay attention to them. Before that I try 3 beers from the German brewery Krombacher (Pils, Weizen and Dark) and rant about New England-style IPAs. For this podcast I got information from one my favorite books, Tasting Beer by Randy Mosher as well as …

In this episode I try a beer and a mead (ooh fun!!), talk about a cool project in Canada and Local Breweries, and my wife joins in for a sec! Check me out @hopologist on IG, Twitter & FB. Cheers!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support

This episode I talk about the differences between gluten-free and gluten removed beers, and give you some options on gluten free beer, cider, and Mead.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support

Introduction. I talk about American Craft Beer Week and review 3 beers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hopologist/support