Another full studio this week as the family from Austin Brothers Brewing in Alpena Michigan join us in studio to talk about how they got started, vacationing to Alpena as children all the way from California, and the difference between living in socal and Alpena! Join us as we tried a plentiful amount of their beers, and we even French pressed a Black Note Stout from Bell’s with some Cinnamon Toast Crunch! What did we think? You have to listen to find out! www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.faceb...
Dec 09, 2017•1 hr 54 min
The studio for Episode 110 is the fullest its ever been! Eastern Market Brewing Company joins us in studio for the second time. We announce the winner of the Better on Draft New England IPA Challenge! We also announce our winners of the 1st ever Better on Draft Scholarship! www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook.com/betterondraft www.untappd.com/bodpodcast www.twitch.tv/bodpodcast www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft www.instagram.com/betterondraft Download This Episode...
Dec 02, 2017•1 hr 50 min
Jack is a little late as he makes his way back from Chicago, so Dan, Nick, Ken, Matt, and Angela begin to talk about the news, waiting in line for beer (and other items), and talk about the upcoming law changes in the state of Michigan! We bring back Brewlette as Jack joins us to talk beer, what's hot, and we learn more about the guests!
Nov 25, 2017•2 hr 26 min
Owner Kevin and head brewer Dakota come in to discuss the 2.5 years North Center has been open, their struggles in picking a name, their upcoming introduction into distribution, and what they want to do in the coming years. They join Ken, Matt, Rob, and Nick to try their belgian tripel and imperial red, and talk about humble beginnings and working full time to support the brewery to not being there full time. www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook.com/betterondraft www.untappd.com/bodpodcast...
Nov 18, 2017•2 hr 6 min
Bo from Fillmore 13 joins the group as he brings two of his delicious beers, his double IPA (That Ken actually liked), and a double milk chocolate stout. Bo shares how he began brewing, how he attempts to stay traditional with his beer and let his next door neighbor do all of the crazy stuff, and talks about his history in Germany, Atwater, and Copper Canyon! Take a listen to how he got started and what he's doing to help revitalize Pontiac Michigan! www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook.co...
Nov 11, 2017•1 hr 44 min
CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: When all the hosts are there and you have two guests, you have a packed house! Thank you to Tyler from Loggers for joining us and sharing your delicious beer, while most of the hosts (Ken doesn't count) love the Electric Squirrel IPA (story of the name in the show), the peanut oatmeal stout is definitely the winner. Also Joe and Nick from HEARD Podcast / Nick Drinks join us to share some 2017 Bourbon County variants (Knob Creek and Northwood), and we talk about podcastin...
Nov 04, 2017•2 hr
Dan flies in from Arizona for another episode of Better on Draft where he, Ken, Rob, and Matt interview Eddie of River Rouge Brewing. We get a chance to touch on his brewing history in California and the choice to move back to Michigan to open up River Rouge Brewing! We got to try one of our favorite beers from his, one that we are hoping you try at the Detroit Fall Beer Festival next weekend! Tickets are still on sale at www.mibeer.com ! Stop by his booth and try the PB Express, which we mentio...
Oct 21, 2017•1 hr 44 min
Matt, Ken, and Angela start off the show talking about Halloween parties, beers to drink, and go over some news to see if flights have jumped the shark! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ World Expo of Beer - https://www.worldexpoofbeer.com/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on...
Oct 14, 2017•1 hr 47 min
Last minute cancellation and everyone attending GABF, Rob, Matt, Nick, and Ken begin to break down the news of the week, both beer and non. We dive into the new MTV Show 90's House and Matt introduces a new version of "5 Questions". Listen to it live! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - ht...
Oct 07, 2017•1 hr 42 min
With 18 years experience in the industry, Todd joins us to talk about his time at Stone, Copper Canyon, and Virginia before settling at a new site in Waterford. With hopes of opening up Q1 2018, this site will have soccer pool, darts, and plenty of other fun things to do while you are sipping on one of their 18 or so tap handles! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ PCI BrandCra...
Sep 30, 2017•1 hr 41 min
Download This Episode If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2 www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook.com/betterondraft www.untappd.com/bodpodcast www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft www.instagram.com/betterondraft SPOTIFY- https://open.spotify.com/show/0rofqU5VHPmEjcGLwJbocm...
Sep 23, 2017•1 hr 40 min
We celebrate episode 100 with some of the biggest supporters and friends of the show! Jon Piepenbrok, Eric Briggeman, and Aaron Lanctot can't be controlled as jokes fly across the table, but that doesn't stop us from drinking delicious beers, ciders, and wine coolers (Thanks Eric). Take a listen to this extended show as we relax, sit back, and talk to each other about festivals, the brewers guild, and what to do for the next 100! Download This Episode If you have a minute, please feel free to ra...
Sep 16, 2017•2 hr 5 min
One show away from triple digits! Episode 99 is just the Better on Draft crew, talking random stuff. Ken disappears from the show for an hour, Rob takes over the board and covers the news, and Matt challenges the crew to another round of "5 Questions." Download This Episode If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740?mt=2 www.twitter.com/betterondraft www.facebook....
Sep 02, 2017•1 hr 41 min
While Ken is away, the crew will play! Dan makes a return on the show as they get the lowdown on one of the newest and best breweries to come out of Lansing, Ozone! Listen to how the name was made, what they're famous for, and those IPA people who show up and just ask for "the IPA". Listen to the whole show right here! Download This Episode If you have a minute, please feel free to rate us on iTunes, we would truly appreciate it! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-p...
Aug 26, 2017•1 hr 41 min
Almost the entire crew is back in studio, including that part timer Nick, for Episode 97! Michelle and Glenn from Mel's Toffee is live in studio with beer and toffee that pairs excellent with beer, including toffees made in collaboration with Right Brain Brewery and Dark Horse Dark Horse Brewing Company. Download This Episode
Aug 19, 2017•1 hr 42 min
While Ken is away for the week, Rob, Matt, and Angela all are in studio with Drafting Table and J1 liquor to talk this weeks news, beer labels, and how to determine if a brewery is good or not. Steve also drops a secret for listeners in the show, but you have to listen to hear what it is! Please don't forget to visit, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/am/podcast/better-on-draft-podcast/id1091124740...
Aug 12, 2017•1 hr 42 min
CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Wes comes in and brings up some of Odd Sides top beers. Brandi, Lost Shaker, and Rye Hipster to name a few! Listen as he came into the industry and where his goals and aspirations are. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better...
Aug 05, 2017•2 hr 4 min
CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Jamex Brewing joins us along with the Detroit Free Press to talk about the Shorts investment and other news within the week! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ PCI BrandCraft - https://www.facebook.com/PCIBrandCraft Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on ...
Jul 29, 2017•1 hr 40 min
We revive the old theme for a single time as we are recapping our time at the Michigan Brewers Guild which kicked our ass in both beer and heat! We catch up on the news as well as look into the future of Better on Draft, as we talk the 14 beer trends that need to stop, and what 30 for 30 documentaries we'd love to see in the beer community. Please don't forget to visit, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/am/podcast/better-on-draft-podcast/id1091124740 Download Thi...
Jul 23, 2017•1 hr 40 min
Old Nation gives us an update on their beer, their brand, and what is going on! Listen live! Please don't forget to visit, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/am/podcast/better-on-draft-podcast/id1091124740 Download This Episode
Jul 15, 2017•1 hr 46 min
With a full studio, the brew review crew and Erik Smith bring us a long show filled with questions, info, and upcoming brew review information. Visit the Brew Review Crew at their website http://www.brewreviewcrew.com/ For more info on Ashley's Belgian Beer Festival go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7th-annual-north-american-belgian-beer-festival-tickets-30469515140 Tickets are still on sale! Please don't forget to visit, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/am/pod...
Jul 08, 2017•1 hr 14 min
With a full studio, the brew review crew and Erik Smith bring us a long show filled with questions, info, and upcoming brew review information. Visit the Brew Review Crew at their website http://www.brewreviewcrew.com/ For more info on Ashley's Belgian Beer Festival go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7th-annual-north-american-belgian-beer-festival-tickets-30469515140 Tickets are still on sale! Please don't forget to visit, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/am/pod...
Jul 08, 2017•1 hr 51 min
With Stephen Johnson and Shipwreck in, we talk beer, craft, and the upcoming brewery! Listen live! Download This Episode
Jul 01, 2017•1 hr 41 min
Even with a missed segment 1, the team regained composure and told a great job between the updates on Pure Brews America and Cellarmens, both early guests on the show! Matt also throws a curveball with a craft beer! Download This Episode
Jun 24, 2017•1 hr 31 min
The whole crew is back in studio for Episode 88. George from New Belgium Brewing is live in studio with a special two segment interview, where he shares some of the new brews that were released this year. And Matt challenges the studio to a new edition of "5 Questions." Download This Episode
Jun 17, 2017•1 hr 40 min
Episode 87 kicks off with a full house with the crew and return guests Downey Brewing Company! Downey Brewing shares its experience after being open for 7 months and going strong. The studio discusses the recent cease and desist order Dogfish Head Brewing had issued to a smaller brewery in Florida. The show goes into overtime this week! Matt challenges the studio to "5 Questions." Download This Episode
Jun 10, 2017•2 hr
Great Lakes is in the house, and Ken got some Holy Moses!!! Download This Episode
Jun 03, 2017•1 hr 41 min
It's starting to get warm in the studio with Episode 85! The boys from Midland Brewing Company are live in the studio. The crew talks about the latest brewery acquisitions. Another cease and desist is sent to another brewery. And the triumphant return of Matt's "5 Questions!"
May 27, 2017•1 hr 43 min
The crew is back in studio with Episode 84! Dan rejoins the cast from his time away in Phoenix. Nick rejoins the cast from his brewery vacation and Detroit Zoo Brew visit. Rob covers the news. And the crew goes into an unprecedented overtime segment with Jack Zetouna, owner of Better on Draft sponsor Zetouna Liquor! Download This Episode
May 20, 2017•2 hr 30 min
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May 13, 2017•1 hr 39 min
