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Craft Beer on the Tequila Trail Nov 10, 2020

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What's it like to grow up in a tequila family but break the mold and dive headfirst into craft beer? This episode, we sit down with Joaquín Orendain of Cerveza Fortuna to find out! Joaquín compares his early craft beer experience to learning how to drive on a Ferrari; he started with the best and never looked back. Though the beer scene in Mexico at the time was heavily focused on domestics, he didn't let that deter him. Joaquín let passion and the opportunity of the craft beer industry drive his journey. He may be the only craft brewery on the tequila trail today but he's making his mark with Fortuna's clean and consistent beer, all while playing around with experimental ingredients. His beer isn't available in the US quite yet, but you can follow along with Joaquín on Facebook and Instagram at Cerveza Fortuna.

Making Cider Cool Again Oct 27, 2020

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Unique, peculiar, and off the wall – a few words that don't immediately come to mind when we think of cider but Newtopia Cyder is making them happen and enjoying the freedom of this young industry. Experimentation might as well be the crew's middle name. Though they wouldn't say it's quite rocket science, it is an art that requires work and dedication. We talk about ingredient sourcing and how they make the magic happen in the brewhouse, cocktail recipes, and the stigma around gender and cider. Grab your Newtopia Cyders at their Scipps Ranch and San Marcos tasting rooms.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Craft Beer with Megan Stone Oct 21, 2020

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Equity in the craft beer industry; how are we doing and what do we need to do better? We chat about this and more in this episode of Dedicated to the Craft with Megan Stone of Is Beer a Carb. She's worn many hats (and hair colors) - beginning her career in the hair industry but finding her true home in beer. Over the years, she's done everything from serving to cellaring to brewing; one thing she can confirm is that guys in beer don't smell nearly as good as women in hair. We chat about the stigma of being a woman in the beer industry, how Megan has worked to prove her naysayers wrong, and her continuing fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in craft beer. Follow along with Megan's journey on Instagram or Facebook at Is Beer a Carb.

Headed Down South with Ben Wood Oct 13, 2020

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What's it like to be the 5th generation working in the beer industry? Find out in this episode where we sit down Ben Wood aka Dan Trees of Beervana. He began his career in the music industry, but Ben ultimately found his home in beer. After working as a guinea pig sales rep selling Ballast Point and a few other brands in his early career, he decided to make the move down to Chile. His passion for beer followed him right along to the tiny craft beer scene down in Santiago. Jeff, Colby and Ben chat about their collaboration brews, Ben's experience as the first Cicerone in Chile, and how beer tastes have changed and developed down south over the years. Follow along with Ben on Instagram at BeervanaChile or Facebook at Beervana.

Beer, Wine and Spirits with Jeff Bradford Oct 01, 2020

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Alcohol – every place you go has this beverage in common, yet the liquids vary drastically from culture to culture. Jeff and Colby sit down with Jeff Bradford of Beer, Wine and Spirits. We learn about JB's journey from the military to hosting a YouTube channel where he travels the world telling the stories of brewers, winemakers, and distillers. Like everyone in the industry, Jeff had to pivot during COVID to figure out how to continue to tell the stories of the industry without the ability to travel internationally. He talks about a couple of his upcoming episodes – Texas whiskey and sustainable, organic wine and how he finds the balance between nerding out over the technicalities involved in the processes and the storytelling and cultures behind them. Follow along with Jeff on his YouTube channel – Beer, Wine and Spirits.

Meet Paul Elder – The Man Behind the Art Sep 22, 2020

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Around here, we talk a lot about the art inside of the can. This week, we're talking about the art ON the can. Meet Paul Elder, the extremely talented artist behind our iconic labels. Paul, Colby and Jeff chat about Paul's journey as a flourishing artist – from doodling on his Kindergarten report card to the eventual sketches that landed him the job as the Official Ballast Point Artist. Paul reminisces on the surf session that almost cost him the opportunity and his immense love for nature - There is a reason our fish logos look so realistic. Paul is one of our longest-standing employees and, without a doubt, one of the best. Cheers to Paul!

Quality Control in the Time of COVID-19 Sep 09, 2020

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From small and large brews to restaurant kitchens, cleanliness has always been a top priority. In fact, breweries aren't successful without extensive cleaning measurements in play. Sanitation is having a major moment, but brewers know it has always been the key to a delicious beer. In this episode of #DedicatedtotheCraft, we discuss the effect that unclean equipment can have in homebrews, routine analysis on our large batches, and how cleanliness is in the forefront of each of our kitchens.

Chatting with Chef Claudette Zepeda Sep 01, 2020

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It is no secret that we love our food just as much as we love beer. This episode, we're chatting with local San Diego chef and James Beard Best Chef West semifinalist, Chef Claudette Zapeda, BP Sous Chef, Chuy Hernandez, and BP Executive Chef, Devin Woodall. Chuy and Claudette talk about their Mexican upbringing and the influences it has on their cooking, the group discusses what "fusion food" means to them, and, of course, their favorite craft beer and food pairings. Follow along with Chef Claudette's journey on Instagram at @claudetteazepeda or on her blog.

Take a Trip Down to Mexico with Cerveceria Transpeninsular Aug 21, 2020

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We're headed down South, virtually! Jeff sits down with Richard Price, Assistant Manager at our Miramar location, and longtime friend of our guest, Collin Corrigan, owner of Cerveceria Transpeninsular. Collin talks about his beer journey from simply "knowing that beer comes in a can" to opening his own brewery, Transpeninsular. The three discuss some of Colby's original brews, fun trips down to Ensenada, and how the craft beer industry has developed in Mexico over the years, with Transpeninsular dubbed the "official bi-national brewery of Mexico." Later, Chef Chuy joins us with another beer and food pairing. This time, he is keeping it light and healthy with a gluten free, vegan ceviche recipe, perfect for pairing with a Longfin Lager. Visit Cerveceria Transpeninsular Monday-Thursday, 12-8 or Fri-Sun, 12-9.

All About the Barley with Admiral Maltings Aug 12, 2020

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This episode, we're all about the malt! Jeff is joined by Ron Silberstein, malt master extraordinaire at Admiral Maltings and Aaron "the Truth" Justus, one of our trusty Research and Development brewers. Ron discusses how homebrewing became a "hobby spun out of control", talks about his brewpub, ThirstyBear Organic Brewery - the first and only brewery in San Francisco to brew certified organic beer and become a certified Green Business, and what makes barley such a great sustainable crop. Aaron and Ron nerd out about malt and chat about all the effects it can have on a brew. To order some freshly kilned, small batch malt of your own – and support a local business in the process, check out admiralmaltings.com or email Ron at ron@admiralmaltings.com.

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