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

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

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

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.

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

A new episode of the Craft Beer Republic podcast is live, and Greg and Flex are once again doing the hard work no one asked for: ongoing game day beer research . This week’s episode lines up perfectly with Super Bowl season, featuring a game-day-ready beer, questionable snack rankings, and a lot of discussion that starts reasonable and then drifts exactly where you’d expect. The guys crack open the same beer for once, a crushable American pilsner that fits squarely into Supe

The latest episode of the Craft Beer Republic podcast starts the same way a lot of good nights do: solid music, a great beer, and zero intention of talking about medieval units of measurement. Somehow, it ends with both hosts agreeing that carrying a dead snake might be a viable legal strategy, and that mugs are objectively the worst way to drink beer. This week, Greg and Flex cover a wide stretch of craft beer territory, from hazy IPAs and disco ball cans to beer horror sto

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