Another difficult week for craft beer Ballast Point is closing another taproom, Untitled Art is ending operations after nearly a decade, and Anchor Brewing continues inching toward what could finally be a return. Those stories headline this week's craft beer news and set the stage for the latest episode of Craft Beer Republic. Greg and Flex also compare brewery road trips, review two collaboration IPAs, revisit one of the strangest beers ever brewed, and somehow end up talkin

Craft Beer News: Brewery Acquisitions, Stadium Beer Sales, and Tilray's World Cup Promotion The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers several notable stories across the craft beer industry, including Atwater Brewery returning to its former owner, Iowa State expanding alcohol sales at athletic events, and Tilray launching a World Cup promotion centered around free beer. Greg and Flex also review beers from Fidens Brewing and Definitive Brewing while sharing stories from

Lost Coast Brewing Enters the Market After Nearly Four Decades One of California's longest-running craft breweries could soon have new ownership. During this week's Craft Beer Republic episode, Greg and Flex discuss news that Lost Coast Brewing founder Barbara Groom is seeking a buyer as she prepares for retirement after leading the Eureka brewery for 37 years. Lost Coast Brewing opened its original brewpub in 1989 before expanding into a 75,000-square-foot production brewery

Double Dry Hopped Pliny, New Glarus, and Mug Club Ideas Take Center Stage The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers a mix of craft beer travel, notable beer releases, and beer industry stories. Flex reports back from a visit to New Glarus Brewing in Wisconsin, while Greg discovers Double Dry Hopped Pliny on draft in San Francisco and comes away with a renewed appreciation for the beer. The episode also includes a discussion about modern mug clubs and what breweries can

Vermont Brewery Self-Distribution Bill Nears Approval One of the biggest craft beer industry stories discussed in this episode is Vermont's move toward expanded brewery self-distribution rights. The Vermont Senate approved legislation that would allow breweries producing malt beverages to self-distribute up to 3,000 barrels under their existing manufacturing licenses. The bill now awaits the signature of Governor Phil Scott. Current Vermont law allows self-distribution only t

Craft Beer News, Brewery Closures, and One Very Icelandic Beer Craft Beer Republic returns with a new episode covering several corners of the beer industry, including regional craft brewery production trends, the closure of Atrevida Beer Company in Colorado Springs, James Watt's post-BrewDog venture, and an Icelandic beer made with whale testicles smoked over sheep dung. Greg and Flex also talk through fresh beer at Total Wine, the continuing problem of old craft beer sitting

Schlitz Hiatus, Free Beer Promotions, and Craft Beer Horror Stories The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers several notable beer industry topics, including Pabst Brewing Company’s decision to place Schlitz Premium on hiatus, the return of free beer promotions at Busch Gardens, and ongoing discussions about beer quality and freshness. Hosts Greg and Flex, joined by Steph from the Utah Brewers Guild, discuss stale craft beer inventory, memorable drain pours, barrel-age

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers several ongoing shifts in the craft beer industry, including the possible return of Anchor Brewing, changing consumer preferences around beer styles, and continued discussion around how breweries market themselves after the post-pandemic boom years. Greg and Flex are joined by Utah Brewers Guild Executive Director Steph, who offers perspective on how breweries and guilds are adapting as the industry moves away from the extreme

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers several recent craft beer and beer industry stories, including George Clooney’s investment in Crazy Mountain Beer, the return of Keystone Ice, and Molson Coors launching Keystone Light Apple ahead of Memorial Day. Greg and Flex also spend part of the episode discussing a Trader Joe’s exclusive imperial golden ale that quickly became one of the most aggressively disliked beers reviewed on the show. The episode also includes list

Lord Hobo Brewing and Lone Pine Brewing are preparing to shift production to Isle Brewers Guild in Rhode Island, adding another example to the growing trend of contract brewing in the craft beer industry. Craft Beer Republic also covers New Belgium Brewing bringing back the original Fat Tire recipe, Michelob Ultra becoming the top draft beer on Cinco de Mayo, and Boston Beer Company launching 15% ABV “electric coolers” in glow-in-the-dark plastic light bulb containers. The ep

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic focuses heavily on recent craft beer industry news, including Sierra Nevada overtaking Boston Beer Company in the Brewers Association’s 2025 Top 50 rankings. The episode also touches on brewery consolidation, hazy IPA trends, regional craft beer travel, and several beer culture stories involving pregaming, taproom experiences, and a listener-submitted IPA flaw horror story. Sierra Nevada Moves Ahead of Boston Beer in Brewers Associati

Craft Beer Podcast: Stone Brewing Acquisition, World Beer Cup Winners, and Industry Shakeups A new episode of the Craft Beer Republic podcast is now live, covering some of the biggest stories in the craft beer industry right now, including the Stone Brewing acquisition, World Beer Cup results, and the return of 21st Amendment to distribution. This week’s episode, titled “Flex vs Corporate Beer Lady,” mixes major beer industry news with the kind of real-world brewery and beer

A new episode of Craft Beer Republic is out now, and this one hits a little bit of everything. Flex officially ends his sober streak, Greg gets called out by a listener for being a “beer snob,” and somehow the conversation lands on cheap beers at The Masters and beer made from chewed corn. If you’re into craft beer podcasts , honest beer reviews, and the kind of conversations that feel like they’re happening at your local brewery, this episode delivers. Flex Breaks His Strea

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic covers a little bit of everything happening in the world of craft beer right now, including beer pricing, off-flavors, brewery news, and even where to find the cheapest beer at MLB stadiums. Flex checks in at 41 days sober but still manages to steer the conversation, while Greg takes a shot on a hyped craft beer four-pack that doesn’t deliver the way he hoped. Steph joins the episode from Utah with a barrel-aged sour she’s been holdin

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic is here, covering everything from low-calorie IPAs to one of the strangest beer ingredients you’ll ever hear about. Greg is drinking Dad Strength IPA, a low-calorie West Coast IPA that keeps things light while still bringing that classic piney hop character. It’s a solid option for anyone looking for a more sessionable craft beer without giving up flavor. Flex is still deep into his no-alcohol stretch, which becomes a whole thing once

A new episode of the Craft Beer Republic podcast is out, and Greg and Flex are back talking about hazy IPAs, weird beer finds, and the occasional gamble that comes with buying random craft beer off the shelf. Episode “Beer Rummage Sale” starts with Greg opening Electric Limbs Hazy IPA from Beachwood Brewing , a 6.7% hazy IPA brewed with Mosaic and Citra hops. What should have been a safe craft beer pick quickly turns into a conversation about strange carbonation, missing ar

The latest episode of the Craft Beer Republic craft beer podcast is here, and this one covers everything from hazy IPA to bizarre bar shots and major craft beer industry news.

Episode 500 of Craft Beer Republic is officially live, and yes, we’re still talking craft beer. To mark the milestone, Greg revisits the beer that helped spark his craft beer obsession: IPA 395 from Mammoth Brewing Company , a classic 7.2% West Coast IPA brewed with sage and juniper for that old school, dank, resinous profile. It’s a throwback to when IBUs mattered and copper-colored IPAs ruled the fridge. Flex, meanwhile, rolls the dice on Tangerine Jams from Brix City Brewi

A brand new episode of Craft Beer Republic , the craft beer podcast hosted by Greg and Flex, is officially live. And this week’s topic? A dangerous one. What’s the most overrated beer style? It sounds simple. It was not. After tossing the question out to the internet, Greg unintentionally sparked a full-blown IPA debate. Are IPAs actually overrated? Or is it just trendy to hate on the most popular craft beer style in America? The conversation quickly expands into underrated b

The latest episode of Craft Beer Republic is live, and this one has everything: bad beer, worse decisions, and a Florida man who took “one beer” to a whole new level. In “Barely Fermented and Fully Engulfed,” a listener calls in with a story about the worst brewery experience he’s ever had, featuring barely fermented beer and a lineup where every style somehow tasted the same. That leads to a conversation about terrible brewery names, unforgettable logos, and a ferret desig