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Posted in: Episodes Posted on 05/22/2025

"Summer of Suds" 2025 Release Update

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Executive Producer Cody Gough discusses Crafty Brewers' plans for the next few months—just in time for the 2025 Memorial Day […]

Maplewood Brewery & Distillery’s Adam Cieslak (Co-Founder/Director of Brewing & Distilling), left, and Roger Cuzelis (Head Brewer), center, talk to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (right) Maplewood Brewery & Distillery’s Adam Cieslak (Co-Founder/Director of Brewing & Distilling), left, and Roger Cuzelis (Head Brewer), center, talk to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (right) Maplewood Brewery & Distillery’s Adam Cieslak (Co-Founder/Director of Brewing & Distilling), left, and Roger Cuzelis (Head Brewer), center, talk to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (right)
Posted in: Maplewood Brewery & Distillery Posted on 05/08/202505/08/2025

How Maplewood Reinvented Hazy IPAs & Craft Spirits in Chicago: From Canned Cocktails to THC Seltzers

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Hear how Maplewood Brewery & Distillery is reinventing adult beverages, from hazy IPAs to THC seltzers to spirits including fernet […]

Sketchbook Brewing Company's Cesar Marron talks to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan Sketchbook Brewing Company's Cesar Marron talks to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan Sketchbook Brewing Company's Cesar Marron talks to Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan
Posted in: Sketchbook Brewing Company Posted on 04/24/202504/24/2025

The Award-Winning Smoked Beer Behind Sketchbook’s Rise to Craft Beer Sustainability Leader

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Hear how an award-winning Polish Grodziskie helped elevate Sketchbook from brewing in an alley to becoming an industry leader in […]

Posted in: Episodes Posted on 04/17/2025

Best Craft Beer Podcast Trailer Ever: Welcome to Crafty Brewers!

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Welcome to Crafty Brewers: Tales Behind Craft Beer, where we'll increase your enjoyment of craft beer. Learn more on our […]

Pollyanna Brewing Company Co-founder, Head Brewer, and Distiller Brian Pawola (right) shares a drink with Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (left) Pollyanna Brewing Company Co-founder, Head Brewer, and Distiller Brian Pawola (right) shares a drink with Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (left) Pollyanna Brewing Company Co-founder, Head Brewer, and Distiller Brian Pawola (right) shares a drink with Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan (left)
Posted in: Pollyanna Brewing Company Posted on 04/10/202504/10/2025

Inside Pollyanna Brewing’s Lexical Gap IPA, Freeze‑Distilled Eisbock, and Snickers‑Inspired Pastry Stout Craft Beers

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Learn about the surprising origins of Pollyanna’s award‑winning Lexical Gap IPA, freeze‑distilled Eisbocks, and Snickers‑inspired pastry stout. Brian Pawola, co‑founder, […]

From left to right: Michelle Foik of ERIS Brewery and Cider House, Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan, and Charolette Converse of Solemn Oath Brewery talk about the Vibes Beer Project empowering women in the craft beer industry From left to right: Michelle Foik of ERIS Brewery and Cider House, Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan, and Charolette Converse of Solemn Oath Brewery talk about the Vibes Beer Project empowering women in the craft beer industry From left to right: Michelle Foik of ERIS Brewery and Cider House, Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan, and Charolette Converse of Solemn Oath Brewery talk about the Vibes Beer Project empowering women in the craft beer industry
Posted in: Vibes Beer Project Posted on 03/27/202503/28/2025

How the Vibes Beer Project Is Empowering Women in Brewing and Transforming Craft Beer

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Trailblazing women in craft beer discuss the impact of the Vibes Beer Project and how they became innovators in the […]

Guinness National Ambassador Ryan Wagner (left) and Guinness Open Gate Brewery (OGB) Chicago Senior Brewer Megan Schwarz (right) on the Crafty Brewers Podcast with Brian Noonan (center) Guinness National Ambassador Ryan Wagner (left) and Guinness Open Gate Brewery (OGB) Chicago Senior Brewer Megan Schwarz (right) on the Crafty Brewers Podcast with Brian Noonan (center) Guinness National Ambassador Ryan Wagner (left) and Guinness Open Gate Brewery (OGB) Chicago Senior Brewer Megan Schwarz (right) on the Crafty Brewers Podcast with Brian Noonan (center)
Posted in: Guinness Open Gate Brewery Chicago Posted on 03/13/202503/13/2025

Why Guinness Chose Chicago: Brewing Beyond Stouts at the Open Gate Brewery (with Great Water!)

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Learn about Guinness’ Chicago location, their beer styles—including Czech lagers and Kentucky Commons—and how Chicago’s water influences their brewing. Guinness […]

Off Color Brewing co-founder and head brewer John Laffler (left) talks to Brian Noonan, host of the Crafty Brewers podcast Off Color Brewing co-founder and head brewer John Laffler (left) talks to Brian Noonan, host of the Crafty Brewers podcast Off Color Brewing co-founder and head brewer John Laffler (left) talks to Brian Noonan, host of the Crafty Brewers podcast
Posted in: Off Color Brewing Posted on 02/27/202503/05/2025

Reviving Forgotten Beers and Brewing with Wild Yeasts: The Science and History of Off Color Brewing

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Learn how Off Color Brewing’s yeast-first focus makes its beers distinct from the more common hops-focused breweries in the craft […]

Keil Weimer, head brewer at Piece Brewery and Pizzeria, and Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan Keil Weimer, head brewer at Piece Brewery and Pizzeria, and Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan Keil Weimer, head brewer at Piece Brewery and Pizzeria, and Crafty Brewers podcast host Brian Noonan
Posted in: Piece Brewery and Pizzeria Posted on 02/13/202502/13/2025

Malt Liquor, Award-Winning Lagers, and the Magic of Tank Time at Piece Brewery: Beer So Good, Even the Foo Fighters Stop By

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Chicago’s most award-winning brewpub reveals the secrets of its medal-winning Lagers and a bold malt liquor revival. Keil Weimer, head […]

Soundgrowler Brewing Co. Operations Manager John Halek, Crafty Brewers host Brian Noonan, and Soundgrowler Head Brewer Jacob Hutcheson Soundgrowler Brewing Co. Operations Manager John Halek, Crafty Brewers host Brian Noonan, and Soundgrowler Head Brewer Jacob Hutcheson Soundgrowler Brewing Co. Operations Manager John Halek, Crafty Brewers host Brian Noonan, and Soundgrowler Head Brewer Jacob Hutcheson
Posted in: Soundgrowler Brewing Co. Posted on 01/30/202502/13/2025

The Best Grodziskie in the World? Soundgrowler Brewing’s Unique Mix of Beer, Doom, and Tacos (Plus: Metal Yoga)

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Learn how Soundgrowler’s beers draw inspiration from a variety of art forms, resulting in a blend of rare styles, death […]

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