In this Brewery Pro Tradeshow podcast Cristal Peck - Product Innovation Manager from Boortmalt leads a discussion with highlighting the creative innovation that is Infusion Malt by Boortmalt's Belgian malt house - Belgomalt. Cristal is joined by Chris Moore, owner and Head Brewer at Sailors Grave Brewing who had the opportunity to brew with some of the first commercial releases of Infusion Malts and gives his local Australian perspective. Infusion Malt is just that - it sees sees flowers, spices...
Aug 23, 2023•17 min•Ep. 63
Ongoing research by Fermentis into the impact that its yeast has on the other ingredients of beer continues to reveal new applications for its products. In this Brewery Pro Tradeshow Podcast, Matt Kirkegaard speaks with Fermentis’ Sensory Manager, Gabriela Montandon to discuss some of the company's recent discoveries, including the dynamic nature of its SafAle™ K-97 yeast. Read all about the research here. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your fav...
Jul 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 62
In this presentation recorded at BrewCon 2018, Blair Hughes led a panel in a discussion about what craft breweries can learn from the sports business about fan engagement. The panellists were: Blair Hughes, Fan Engagement Specialist Amy Bradshaw, Commercial Partnerships Manager, Essendon Football Club Jenna Godley, Marketing and Communications Manager, Colonial Leisure Group Nick Truelson, Chief Operating Officer, Western Bulldogs Football Club Danielle Allen, Co-Owner, Two Birds Brewing Co Tick...
Jul 19, 2023•52 min•Ep. 61
In this presentation from BrewCon 2019, Maria Pearman presented on the Proper Costing of Beer. Maria released a book in October 2019 entitled Small Brewery Finance: Accounting Principles and Planning for the Craft Brewer. She is a Certified Practising Accountant and taught in the University of Vermont’s Business of Craft Beer Program in the area of finance. The lessons for small breweries about understanding the financials of their brewery couldn’t be more important than they are today. For qual...
Jul 11, 2023•47 min•Ep. 62
In this series presented by the Independent Brewers Association we are showcasing some of the quality presentations from previous BrewCons. In this presentation from BrewCon 2018, Topher Boehm from Wildflower Brewing and Blending discusses Working with Fruit. Tickets for BrewCon 2023 are on sale HERE. The program for BrewCon 2023 is available HERE. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
Jul 06, 2023•39 min•Ep. 60
This Brewery Pro Tradeshow podcast Phil Meddings from Bintani talks about their sustainability certification and how Bintani and its partners have worked with Certified Sustainable to reduce the carbon footprint created by malt and they are on the cusp of creating a low carbon malt for the industry. The panel included: Ash Truscott, Managing Director, Certified Sustainable. Marg Will, Quality Assurance, Certified Sustainable. Kyle Pearse, Sustainable Barley Farmer. If you like what we do at Radi...
May 11, 2023•24 min•Ep. 59
In this BreweryPro Tradeshow podcast Kirrily Waldhorn interviews Dr Ron Beatson about the newest hop release from NZ Hops - Superdelic. New hop varietals don't come around very often and we have no doubt that brewers everywhere will be thinking about how they can innovate with new beers using Superdelic. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
May 08, 2023•23 min•Ep. 58
In this trade show podcast Rob from Bintani talks about what the company is doing to help reduce waste from malt bags and what it might mean for your brewery to participate in this closed loop recycling system. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
May 08, 2023•4 min•Ep. 59
Hop Products Australia has today released its annual harvest report and this is our companion chat with HPA's sales and marketing manager Owen Johnston in which we discuss the report and dig a little deeper into current hop trends and the hop industry. You can read the report here. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
May 01, 2023•34 min•Ep. 57
This is a Brewery Pro podcast that was recorded at the Bintani Trade Day in February 2023. Today Sam Bethune from Bintani runs through the new SafBrew BR-8 strain of yeast from Fermentis. Sam has had the opportunity to test the strain on his pilot system and in commercial breweries and talks about the specs of BR-8 and his experiences. We hope this helps you in your breweries achieve flavourful, funkier beers. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your...
Apr 21, 2023•27 min•Ep. 56
This is a Brewery Pro podcast that was recorded at the Bintani Trade Day in February 2023. As the industry matures, competition increases and the focus on sustainability and the environment is more important than ever. The conversation around hops is becoming more nuanced and sophisticated. Matt Kirkegaard led an important conversation around hops from the U.S. with a panel of guests including Stan Hieronymus of Appellation Beer, Tom Britz of Glacier Hops Ranch, Jim Solberg of Indie Hops and Ale...
Apr 19, 2023•55 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to this BreweryPro Tradeshow podcast. In this edition, we meet Neal Cameron from Brewtique and also Warren Bradford from Fermecraft looking at brewhouse automation. Over the last two decades the companies supplying the small brewing industry have grown and matured as much as the brewing industry itself has, and the specialised brewing equipment available has become much more sophisticated. The level of automation available is a great example of this. Neal and Warren talk me through what ...
Apr 14, 2023•36 min•Ep. 54
Recently on Radio Brews News we discussed the Sunshine Coast’s beer-focused campaign, through which the regional tourism body is promoting Queensland’s Sunshine Coast as a craft beer destination to encourage tourism to the region. It makes the cheeky claim to be Australia’s Craft Beer Capital. The campaign has sparked plenty of discussion in beer circles about whether the craft beer capital claim is reasonable but the point is, it’s sparked discussion about beer. It’s also arguably the most sign...
Dec 02, 2022•34 min•Ep. 53
Welcome to a special episode of the BreweryPro podcast. Brewery valuations and investment in the brewing industry have increasingly become issues of focus for Brews News as breweries look to raise capital. There are several ASX-listed brewing companies, and a number of breweries that have flagged their hopes for an eventual IPO. We have also seen the emergence and rapid growth of equity crowd funding that is pitched as an investment in the breweries undertaking that form of capital raising. We h...
Nov 15, 2022•55 min•Ep. 52
This keynote was recorded at the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. Today's speaker is Paul Bowker, Founder and CEO of Brick Lane Brewing Company. Prior to Brick Lane he worked in oil and gas, a mergers and acquisitions lawyer, and CEO for listed companies. He is also involved in the not for profit sectors and is on the board of Metro Arts. Brews News was able to attend to host and record these panels thanks to the generous support of Bintani - supplying the brewing industry ...
Jul 19, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Welcome to HPA's 2022 virtual hop harvest. On this episode, Owen Johnston is joined by Reid Stratton and David Stokie from Bright Brewery to discuss the process of brewing with green hops and the increasing focus on the provenance that green hops offer. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
Jul 17, 2022•5 min•Season 1Ep. 50
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. Over the last 20 years of the craft beer movement we've seen an acceleration in terms of innovation. It's been an exciting time for the beer drinker, but are we starting to the early signs of exhaustion and palate fatigue and will we see a flip back to classic beer styles? Today's panellists are: Brendan Varis - Feral Brewing Brian Fitzgerald - Artisan Brewing Sean Symons - White Lakes Brewing Brews ...
Jul 05, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 49
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. As we've seen the brewing industry change, we've seen the requirements for brewhouses change as well. To discuss the evolution of the modern brewhouse is Justin Fox from Bespoke Brewing Solutions. Brews News was able to attend to host and record these panels thanks to the generous support of Bintani - supplying the brewing industry with a wide range of quality brewing ingredients since 1995. If you l...
Jul 05, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Welcome to HPA's 2022 virtual hop harvest. On this episode, Owen Johnston speaks to Gail Monshing - Farm Administrator about the breeding program and cultivating new hop varieties. Then we hear from Ben Kraus and James Dittko from Bridge Road Brewers on how they assess new hops and develop new recipes. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcasting service.
Jul 03, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 47
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. In the face of climate change and consumer expectation, how can breweries focus on becoming more sustainable? Today's panellists are: Mel Holland - Manager of Planning, Sustainability & Environment at Rocky Ridge Brewing Co Michaela Hermanova - Ndevr Carbon Active Certification Consultants Brews News was able to attend to host and record these panels thanks to the generous support of Bintani - supply...
Jun 28, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 45
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. Anyone that celebrated their 18th birthday in Little Creatures first year is now pushing 40. Over that time the beer industry and the products that it makes has changed drastically. The social approach to alcohol has changed, how and where we reach consumers who are younger has also changed. One of the most challenging and interesting topics to deal with as an industry. Today's panellists are: Bronte...
Jun 27, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 44
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. Once almost an afterthought for many breweries whose main focus was wholesaling beer, the brewery taproom has grown to become the mainstay of many a modern brewery experience. But what makes a world class brewpub experience for the consumer? Is the brewpub just a hospitality venue with the same challenges as any other venue or has the role of the brewpub changed as the industry has evolved? Today's p...
Jun 22, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 43
This panel discussion was recorded as the recent Western Australian Brewing Conference in Perth. Wine regions have been a source of pride for and a central focus of state tourism bodies for decades. In many ways the growing regional brewing communities have been overlooked as tourist draw cards. So how does the industry change this? How do breweries command the attention of state governments and tourism associations to bring new visitors to experience their breweries and drive tourism to those r...
Jun 22, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Welcome to this BreweryPro podcast looking at the carbon neutral future of beer, part of Hop Products Australia’s 2022 Virtual Harvest program. Climate change is already having a major impact on some of the key agricultural ingredients in beer, and will continue to do so in the coming years. Join HPA’s Owen Johnston and Dr Simon Whittock as they discuss how suppliers can help mitigate the overall impact with University of Tasmania climate research fellow Dr Tomas Remenyi. They also explore how b...
Jun 19, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Welcome to this special edition of BreweryPro looking at the Crop Report from the 2022 hop harvest released today by HPA. I am joined by HPA’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Owen Johnston, to talk us through the numbers and most importantly what they mean for brewers. Also Owen discusses some additional content that HPA created as part of its Virtual Harvest Program. View the full Crop Report here. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourite pod...
Apr 27, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In this BreweryPro podcast, we explore employment issues surrounding the brewing industry including staff shortages, employment practices, training and the availability of qualifications, and how to attract a brewer to your business. During the chat, we speak with Nick Leach, founder of Brewstaff and Ryan Fullerton, brewer at Catchment Brewing Co about these issues as well as some potential solutions. If you like what we do at Radio Brews News you can review us on Apple Podcasts or your favourit...
Apr 10, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 39
As the 2022 Australian harvest draws to a close, beer drinkers will be getting to experience the release of 2022 green hop ales. Interestingly, brewing with fresh hops is still a relatively recent development - or at least recently rediscovered development in brewing - but one that has great potential to educate beer drinkers about provenance and also the agricultural nature to beer. But there is a lot for brewers to be aware of to execute a great fresh hop beer and that’s what this BreweryPro p...
Mar 31, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Welcome to this Brewery Pro podcast looking at digital transformation. This chat was part of Cloud Culture’s recent beer tasting Zoom event which showcased how Bright Brewery’s digital transformation helped it navigate the impacts of COVID-19. The event was hosted by Matt Kirkegaard from Brews News and featured a beer tasting with Bright Brewery’s founder, Scott Brandon.
Dec 13, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode of Brewer’s Perspective, our hosts Marcus Cox and Anthony Clem are joined by brewer consultant, Justin Fox. Justin has had an extensive career, first working as a technical brewer for Lion and head brewer for Colonial Brewing. He has also assisted with recipe development for breweries such as Hawke’s Brewing. Most recently, he worked as head of sales, products and development for Bintani Australia. After leaving Bintani, he started his own business working as a brewer consultant ...
Dec 05, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode of Brewer’s Perspective, our hosts are joined by Diarmaid O'Mordha, quality and sustainability manager at Endeavour Drinks Group. During this chat, our expert panel breaks down the topic of product recalls and how it impacts the industry as a whole. They also discuss whether recalls should be accepted as part of doing business as a craft brewer. If you have questions for our hosts or topics you would like covered on Brewer’s Perspective, you can join our RBN Brewery Pro Facebook ...
Nov 21, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 35
