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Are you asking yourself, “What exactly is a gruit?” Well, Brian is here, as always, to deliver the goods on beer history. This ancient style predates hops and once dominated brewing across medieval Europe. While Gruit nearly disappeared over time, it has recently seen a small resurgence within the modern craft beer movement. To highlight the style, Brian features an excellent modern example from Kansas City, Missouri. So get ready to travel way back in time, grab a beer of your own, and enjoy the show!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://tornlabel.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, a historical presence everyone should know
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jSw7NOndAf9I85UaN2dL7?si=uoK6J0TmQua8ztaiF6ceOA

https://www.hopculture.com/what-is-a-gruit/?utm

https://grokipedia.com/page/Gruit?utm

Beer Consumed:

The Witch by Torn Label Brewing (Kansas City, MO)

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Happy New Year! In the spirit of something new, let’s keep the industry trends rolling. Now, all of the loyal Buzzed with Brian listeners may not be familiar with mixing their favorite beers into a cocktail; however, Brian is ready to inspire a little at home creativity! In the past year we have seen beer utilized as both an adjunct and key component to mixed beverages. Listen in as Brian tries his hand at a “Beericano” for the very first time. Now, grab a beer abd a few other random ingredients of your own and get to mixing!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, the wind carrying you to new beginnings!
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Drink Consumed:

Beericano Cocktail a la Yuengling Lager

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It is time to wrap up 2025 and all of us from the BWB team hope your Holiday season has been memorable! For the last episode of the year, Brian provides a recap of trends seen in the industry throughout the past year. Hot takes and predictions for 2026 are also discussed in detail! Listen in to find out what may or may not sound agreeable to you! Today’s episode also features a wonderful delight from Dimensional Brewing Company out of Iowa. Now, grab a beer of your own to ring in the new year and the BWB team looks forward to having you all back in 2026!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://dimensionalbrewing.com/

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/what-to-know-about-the-looming-federal-ban-on-thc-infused-drinks-and-snacks

https://www.brewersassociation.org/association-news/the-2025-year-in-beer/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, let them ring in the New Year
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Beer Consumed:

Hopaveli by Dimensional Brewing Co (Dubuque, IA)

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Brian had company along with him on the mic this week! A familiar voice as he was joined by his now wife (applause), Aryn. Together they recapped their most recent trip to the Festival of Wood and Barrel Aged Beer(FoBAB). Unfamiliar with FoBAB? Check out Ep. 095 to fill in the gaps. This was the second time both Aryn and Brian attended this festival, and it has proved to be truly worthy of any beer drinkers bucket list. Now, listen in on this episode and responsibly grab a barrel aged beer of your own!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://www.fobab.com/

https://lakefrontbrewery.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, worthy of a festival of their own
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Beer Consumed:

Brewers Reserve 2019 Barleywine by Lakefront Brewery (Milwaukee, WI)

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Brian had company along with him on the mic this week! A familiar voice as he was joined by Tim Virnig, "Professor Beer". This time, Tim and Brian discuss a fan favorite niche item in the beer adjacent world. A tiny little bottle with a green cap, Underberg! For those, not in the know, Underberg is a German Digestif that will cure all your ailments! Well... not really. Listen in on this episode for the latest knowledge bomb and go find an Underberg of your own!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://underbergamerica.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopW529WLi2I7_7EsQegZgM7lIZyHupefvWEDJa93ZvRAcQW2v1n

https://speciationartisanales.com/

https://trippinganimals.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Pouring their best out for you
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Beer Consumed:

Underbru by Speciation Cellars (Grand Rapids, MI)

The Zwickel Trip by Tripping Animals (Doral, FL)

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Sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting for. This includes waiting 5-10 minutes for a perfectly poured beer. You will get just that with a slow pour pils! On this episode Brian discusses the history behind this draft service, and the popularization of this style in the United States. To highlight this style Brian was able to get his hands one none other than THEE Slow Pour Pils from Bierstadt Lagerhaus. Now, go out, and grab a beer and enjoy the slow rise of the foam!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://www.bierstadtlager.com/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, best enjoyed at a savory pace
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Beer Consumed:

Slow Pour Pils by Bierdstadt Lagerhaus (Denver, CO)

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The People’s Pint is back! This episode Brian is ready to serve up a brew he helped make to you all! Remember, beer is better when we share it. This was the second year Brian has been growing his own cascade hops in his backyard. The hops were sure loving the new trellis and all the sunshine. The recent harvest was fantastic! Naturally, these freshly picked hops found there way into a base pale ale wort. Crack open a beer of your own and join Brian as he dives into a beer of his own making!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, some real fresh home grown music
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Beer Consumed:

2025 Cascade Fresh Hop Homebrew

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Fall brings a bountiful harvest, and hops are no exception. This time of year brings many beers that were lucky enough to have freshly picked hops steeped in the whirlpool. You should start noticing "Fresh" and "Wet" hop beers starting to hit your favorite stores beer shelf! On this episode Brian discusses the harvest, and processing of hops, and of course how the modern movement of these freshly hopped beers came to be. To highlight this style Brian hand selected a beer from G5 Brewing out of Beloit, WI. Tim the brewer down there has made an annual habit of dropping a fresh hop release. Now, go out and grab a fresh hopped beer of your own and enjoy this week's episode!

Thanks, and as always… Cheers Beers!

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https://www.g5brewing.net/

Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, as fresh as fresh gets!
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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://allaboutbeer.com/article/celebration-ale/

https://sierranevada.com/blog/our-beer/your-harvest-guide-wet-hops-and-fresh-hops

Beer Consumed:

Working with Nature Fresh Hop 2025 by G5 Brewing Co. (Beloit, WI)