Ale Of A Time

Today there was no Dave, so instead we asked Tom Delmont from Fixation and Will Ziebell (Froth Magazine and Crafty Pint) to join the show. Tom told us all about Fixation, fresh IPAs and we talked punk rock, plans for a Fixation brewpub, as well as getting some tips on how to be a beer rep. Then Will told us tales of history. We learned about Melbourne buildings and breweries, the Rum Rebellion, and the Emu Wars. What a bloody show.  http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we were invited along for a tour with Scott from Aussie Brewery Tours. Visiting a couple of breweries and a cidery, we got out of the city for a look around the Yarra Valley. Scott talks us through the history of Aussie Brewery Tours, as well as what it's like running a tourism business in the beer industry. We also chat to a guest of the tour and get his take on gose, blueberry wine and cider. http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features journalist and author Stan Hieronymus. In Australia for the Australian National Homebrew Conference, we took the chance to chat to him about beer trends, homebrew and his most recent book Brewing Local. Given the breadth of his knowledge, we only just scratched the surface, but fortunately he has four books worth for you to check out. http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we start at Hop Nation in Footscray, before throwing to White Rabbit in Geelong. We sit and talk all things White Rabbit with the head brewer Jeremy Halse. Since moving from Healesville, they have expanded their barrel aged program and Jeremy tells us about the direction he would like it to go. We learn about life under Lion ownership, life in Geelong, and get some insight into their range and history. Other than that, we talk some absolute garbage about toast, crowd surfing and television. All in all, a great episode. http://aleofatime.com/   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are hanging out at Stomping Ground this week and chatting to head brewer Ashur Hall, and co-founder Guy Greenstone. Many Australian listeners would know Guy as half of the team behind the Local Taphouse and GABS festivals. We get to the bottom of why a brewpub, why the name, and what the team have planned for the future. No show notes for this one, as it's all Stomping Ground. http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we chat to Shandy from Riders Brewing Co. A two year old Melbourne based brewery they have been quietly doing their thing without much fanfare. However, with capacity soon to triple, we get the lowdown on their beers and plans. We also talk about IPA and whisky, skateboarding, and (as usual) share some ill informed opinions about the machinations of local breweries. http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we re-visit Bad Shepherd brewery. After first visiting in February, we come back as they launch their biggest beer so far and hear about they journey. After exceeding expectations so far, Dereck and Diti are still unsure what path Bad Shepherd will take for the future. However, they are already exceeding their business plans. As well as that, we tell a terrible joke, talk jazz, Two Birds expansion, awkward RnB singers and heaps of beer stuff.http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we visit Beer Mash in Collingwood. The hybrid bottleshop/bar started life as a growler store. Now Shayne Dixon has turned it into a combined bar, bottleshop and will soon be joined by an upstairs cocktail bar. Shayne tells us about Beer Mash, and how a store can benefit from being in a competitive area like Melbourne's Smith St.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we pull a podcast from the archives. Somewhat of a lost episode, recorded just before Good Beer Week, Beth Skyped in and talked all about her favourite beer, and how she got to be in charge of NZ's premier beer festival. In addition, we have some (up to date) news, and recommendations. http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we visit Clever Polly's in North Melbourne. It's a small wine bar that specialises in out-there and unique wine, sake, beer and spirits. From Georgian amber wine, to Italian rum. We learn about the owner, Lou, and she tells us the ethos behind the bar. We also ask stupid questions such as "what does biodynamic mean" and "what is orange wine?". If you want to know those answers, then best you listen. aleofatime.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we visit the Belgian Beer Cafe here in Melbourne. We speak to their manager and Belgian Cultural Ambassador, Nick Claus, about what they are up to at the venue. We also learn the story behind why there are so many Belgian Beer Cafes around that are all different; and find out a lot about Belgian beer culture.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 61 of our famous beer podcast, it's just Dave and I this week and we talk mostly garbage. But it's garbage worth tuning in to. We discuss Ray Liotta's face, White Men Can't Jump; plus beer stuff like Pirate Life, Garage Project, GABS, Big Shed, CUB, Panhead, Lion. Basically everything the modern beer lover wants in their half-informed podcasts. http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we speak to Jade from the Wheatsheaf in Adelaide. It's one of Australia's most beloved pubs and one of the original craft beer venues in Australia. Now also a brew pub, we learn the history of the pub, the stories of the people behind it, and talk a lot about brewing with anchovy. http://wheatsheafhotel.com.au/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular annual show, recorded mostly from GABS. We feature Jayne from Two Birds, Duncan from Hop Nation, Bousa from 7 Cent, Will from Feral Brewing, Glen from Beer Is Your Friend, and Nick from Sydney (the city). Not going to do any show notes for this one, you'll just have to tune in. Websites for the festival and each guest (except Nick) are here:http://gabsfestival.com/http://www.twobirdsbrewing.com.au/http://www.hopnation.com.au/http://7cent.com.au/https://www.feralbrewing.com.au/https://beerisyourfriend.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we have two guests in an extravaganza of a show. Greg from Craft and Co and FB Propack; and James from the Crafty Pint. We learn about how they both ended up doing what they are doing. Plus we talk about buyouts, IPA releases. All the usual guff. Also Dave forgot to bring me beers, ruining my day. Full deets:  http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat to Wes from Akasha Brewing in Sydney. He gives us an insight into the origins of Akasha, what their plans are, as well as the best grain for napping on and how to give a good handshake. As well as that, we discuss milkshake beers, Cascade, Thunder Road, Devil's Backbone and heaps more. All sorts of fun and laughter as usual. Full details here: http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we speak to Glenn Harrison, head brewer at Temple Brewing in Melbourne. We speak to him about recipe changes, brewing pilsners, IPAs and his plans to explore some traditional European styles in the near future. We also hear a bit about his time at Hargreaves Hill where he was brewing after the tragic bushfires known as Black Saturday. Additionally we discuss roses, Poison, Kangaroo, Kohlrabi and all sorts of other stuff.Full details: http://aleofatime.com/category/podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode we celebrate the launch of Melbourne's Good Beer Week by talking to some brewers, reps and bar owners. Featuring 7 Cent, White Rabbit, Two Row, and Exit Brewery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we speak to James Davidson, Marketing Manager for Victoria's Bright Brewery. We learn all about the brewery and what their plans are for a sustainable future. We also discuss Pacific Ale, trademarks, memes, women's brewdays, Nashville, Supercoach, beer, food... heaps of stuff really. Full details here: http://aleofatime.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Ale of a Time we speak to Paul Mercurio, famous to many for his career as an actor and dancer, but also for his TV work as a cook, and his cook books as well. A man of many talents, we learn about his upcoming tour to Europe which you can take part in. Additionally we run through some news, as well as giving our top 10 selections for the upcoming Brewsvegas festival in Brisbane. What a bumper episode! You can learn more about the trip here: http://grouptravelprofessionals.com.au/our-journeys/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.