Better on Draft | Craft Beer Podcast

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE!Ken continues down his rabbit hole of stats and data to see what is moving forward and backward with regards to sales of specific craft beer brands. Dan follows it up with a article about how Gen Z is just not drinking as much as Millennials and Gen X, and Nick gives us an article about the most and least expensive areas in the country, and we have lots of questions on how they came up with this list. We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of the craft beer news, recorded live after every interview segment of Better on Draft, Fridays starting at 7:15pm ET, only on Twitch and Facebook. Ken's Article - Craft Scans -4% Through February, per Circana; Voodoo Ranger Juice Force Now 5th Best-Selling Craft Brand; Fruit Force Sequel Cracks Top 30 - https://www.brewbound.com/news/craft-scans-4-through-february-per-circana-voodoo-ranger-juice-force-now-5th-best-selling-craft-brand-fruit-force-sequel-cracks-top-30 Dan's Article - Martini reveals generational drinking shift - https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2023/03/martini-reveals-generational-drinking-shift/ Nick's Article - These Are the U.S. Cities with the Most (and Least) Expensive Beer - https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/most-expensive-us-cities-beer-ranked Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Opening a brewery in one of the most densely populated brewery towns in the states, just before lockdowns, FlyteCo has had quite the journey from their opening in 2019 to their second site late last year, and more. Join us as we chat with Mogran about the collaborations the brewery does including Stripes to Bars, which assists qualified veterans the ability to earn FAA certificates and become commercial pilots. That story and more on this weeks episode of Better on Draft which you can catch live every Friday at 7:15pm ET on Twitch and Facebook. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Ken gets the other three hosts to rank the best to worst drinking holidays in the USA, Wendy talks about the bump in beer bought in Philadelphia prior to the Super Bowl, Dan chats about Sierra Nevada investing in Riot Energy, and Nick asks us what we'd wait in line for, if it came with a free beer. Ken's Article - A Boozy List of National & International Drinking Holidays in 2023 - https://www.findmeabrewery.com/drinking-holidays/ Wendy's Article - Philly spent more money buying beer for the Super Bowl than at any other time in the past two years - https://www.inquirer.com/business/beer-sales-philadelphia-eagles-super-bowl-20230309.html Dan's Article - Brewbound ICYMI: Sierra Nevada Starts a Riot - https://www.brewbound.com/news/brewbound-icymi-sierra-nevada-starts-a-riot Nick's Article - Buy one smartphone, get two beers free: UP shopkeeper’s marketing strategy lands him in jail - https://www.indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/buy-one-smartphone-get-two-beers-free-up-shopkeepers-marketing-strategy-lands-him-in-jail-2344735-2023-03-10 Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

March Draftness Predictions End 3/13/2023 at 7pm ET - https://challonge.com/MarchDraftness2023 CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Another week without a guest so we settle some scores with comments we've made in the past. Is the Craft Beer Bubble a myth? Who we think has a chance to take it all on March Draftness for this year? What are your bucket list breweries and why? Nick brings up a topic from last week about czech lagers and wanted to add his commentary. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Wendy starts us off talking about the big cuts to ABI breweries and we discuss if ABI could literally end those breweries, take the recipes and just make it under the ABI banner. Dan talks about breweries adapting to the changes in the industry and really take a look to see if that bubble will ever come, and if it may already be here. Ken finishes the episode talking about pre-workout beers that Athletic intends to make, and what constitutes a pre or post workout beer, and what times is it best to crack open a beer for ‘healthy reasons’. Ken's Article - Suped Up: Athletic Brewing and Super Coffee Team Up On Pre-Workout Brew - https://www.brewbound.com/news/suped-up-athletic-brewing-and-super-coffee-team-up-on-pre-workout-brew Wendy's Article - Go Big or Go Home — AB InBev Makes Regional Craft Staff Cuts to Refocus on National Beer and Spirits - https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2023/3/2/ab-inbev-makes-regional-craft-staff-cuts-to-refocus-on-national-beer-and-spirits Dan's Article - Brewbound ICYMI: Craft Brewers Try to Find A New Groove - https://www.brewbound.com/news/brewbound-icymi-craft-brewers-try-to-find-a-new-groove Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: A last minute cancellation has us shifting gears for episode 312 of the Better on Draft Podcast where the hosts begin to discuss a litany of topics in the beer world including why when they want a beer flavored beer, adjunct beers still seem to catch their eyes more. What is the best way to allocate limited beers and products to the fans and your customers as a beer store. They discuss pre-flying rituals and fill in the other time with questions about dive bars, airport bars, and the choices we’ve mad along the way with Jaeger. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Ken discusses a bit about his trip to San Antonio and Austin to start the show including his fun tour at Shiner, then goes into the world of craft beer business as Athletic getting it's investment is a cause for concern in the future of craft NA beer with Athletic housing 20% of all NA Beer Sales total. Nick talks about direct to consumer delivery for craft beer in Illinois and why the craft beer fans want it, but those with money will try to stop it. And Rob ends the show talking about the mergers and acquisitions possible in the future as the craft beer crunch begins to rear its ugly head. Rob tells us what he will be up to at the end of the show after he parts ways including a podcast about Blaxploitation and reviews of the culture of that American Film Movement. Ken's Topic - Athletic Brewing Valuation Just Under $500 Million, Per Forbes Profile - https://www.brewbound.com/news/report-athletic-brewing-valuation-just-under-500-million-per-forbes-profile Rob's Article - EXCLUSIVE: Two legendary California craft breweries are merging - https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/02/15/exclusive-two-legendary-california-craft-breweries-are-merging/ Nick's Article - New Illinois bill proposes legalizing direct-to-consumer craft beer delivery - https://www.wqad.com/article/news/politics/illinois-politics/new-illinois-bill-proposes-legalizing-direct-consumer-craft-beer-delivery/526-cca0e85c-acf2-4d24-87a2-3e5e617d1413 Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: For the last handful of years, Edwin over at City Built Brewing has been brewing some of the best hazies, fruited sours, and high octane stouts in the state. This past weekend he came into our virtual studio to talk about the history of him in craft beer, his career history in teaching, and what the future will hold for City Built Brewing including a new food program. We learn about how the Run The Jewels Collaboration came about, and where the ideas for his award winning can art comes from and who the artists are. So Close your eyes, don't get captured, and listen to the Blockbuster Night we had with him. MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Rob's Topic - Craft Beer Packaging Trends Recap – 2022 - https://www.brewersassociation.org/insights/craft-beer-packaging-trends-recap-2022/ Wendy's Article - TOP 5 CRAFT BEER TRENDS OF 2023 - https://www.firestonebeer.com/top-5-craft-beer-trends-of-2023/ Dan's Article - Last Call: Ballast Point Owner Kings & Convicts Exits Former Saint Archer Facilities; MA Judge Issues Ruling in Jack’s Abby-Atlantic Termination - https://www.brewbound.com/news/last-call-ballast-point-owner-kings-ma-judge-issues-ruling-in-jacks-abby-atlantic-termination Nick's Article - SAMUEL ADAMS BEER REMASTERS ITS ICONIC BOSTON LAGER - https://www.americancraftbeer.com/samuel-adams-beer-remasters-its-iconic-boston-lager/ Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: For those of you who may not know, Robear will be leaving the show in two weeks to go on to other projects, and while we are excited for him to keep growing his brand, we couldn't just let him get away without first sitting in the hot seat that he has put guests into for the past seven years. So come take a seat, crack open a beer, as we dig deep into the history of Robear, what he's learned the past seven years during the show, and what the future will hold. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! This weeks news has Nick talking about some of the more famous Super Bowl Commercials including figuring out what ones were actually Super Bowl commercials and what ones weren’t. Dan talks about the new upcoming Monster Energy RTD entering the market, Dani discusses dynamic marketing and how she is currently debating whether to go to a beer spa, and Ken learns about how stores can sell shots of Fireball even though they aren’t licensed to sell liquor, and how a class action lawsuit has become of it. The show ends with the crew talking about their favorite drinking or drinking related games and what they believe they could be the other hosts in. Learn more this week on better on draft! Ken's Topic - Sazerac Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over Malt-Based Fireball Cinnamon Product - https://www.brewbound.com/news/sazerac-hit-with-class-action-lawsuit-over-malt-based-fireball-cinnamon-product Dan's Article - Monster Energy to Launch ‘The Beast Unleashed’ RTD - https://vinepair.com/booze-news/monster-energy-rtd/ Dani's Article - Take Your Shower Beer to the Next Level at Denver's Beer Spa - https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/shower-beer-next-level-denvers-170816529.html Nick's Article - Molson Coors’ Super Bowl Ad Push Starts with Friendly Competition Between Coors Light and Miller Lite - https://www.brewbound.com/news/molson-coors-starts-friendly-competition-between-coors-light-and-miller-lite-for-super-bowl-lvii Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: What started off as a dream to work in Aviation turned into the largest gift to the Metro Detroit craft beer community. Well before the craft beer boom happened in the 2000s, Ashley’s job at a local grocer in Royal Oak Michigan showed what you can do with building relationships, gathering new product, and promoting not only local but breweries all across the country and world. Ashley’s is so well known that local meadmaker B. Nektar actually made a mead dedicated to his commitment to the industry. What was next for Ashley? Start his own store and bar, with a focus on craft, import, and non-alcoholic products, which is where we are today with his store, Metropolitan Variety in Detroit, Michigan. Ashley breaks down his journey to his own place, the commitment to finding some of the best non-alcoholic products in the industry, and continues to improve his store and bar by creating mock-tails, updating his food menu, and constantly updating the store. This isn’t your regular beer store, but one you should check out the next time you’re in Detroit! MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! This weeks news brings up a few topics including the launch of zero proof cocktails from Dan, the Laverne and Shirley bottling line being sold by Nick, BrewDog in a marketing disaster by Rob, Dani talks about Fat Tire no longer being an Amber Ale, and Ken talks about price stabilization within the industry and gives an insight into the industry with helping the other hosts understand what a loss leader is. All this and more this weeks news episode Ken's Topic - Untappd: Draft and Bottle Prices +3% On-Premise; Aluminum Can Prices Stabilizing - https://www.brewbound.com/news/untappd-draft-and-bottle-prices-3-on-premise-aluminum-can-prices-stabilizing Dan's Article - Molson Coors Launches Zero-Proof Cocktail - https://www.brewbound.com/news/molson-coors-launches-zero-proof-cocktail Dani's Article - Running Flat — New Belgium's Iconic Fat Tire Gets Full Makeover After Sales Tumble - https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2023/1/12/new-belgium-fat-tire-gets-full-makeover-after-sales-tumble Rob's Article - BrewDog CEO Pays Out Approx $575K After Falsely Promoting “Solid Gold” Cans - https://nowthisnews.com/news/brewdog-ceo-pays-out-approx-575k-after-falsely-promoting-solid-gold-cans Nick's Article - Milwaukee's Lakefront Brewery ditches bottles for cans - https://www.fox6now.com/news/milwaukees-lakefront-brewery-ditches-bottles Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Three decades of experience for Fran Caradonna is not really common yet in the craft beer industry, and while we do hear from some of the major players from the 90s, Friday night we talked to Schlafly CEO Fran Caradonna to talk about the changes in the industry throughout the decades, how Schlafly has both grown and receded during it’s time, and what the future of the community and industry holds. A great episode on what’s important then can be important now! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Tavour - https://www.tavour.com/ Sign Up Code: BETTERONDRAFT Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Nick starts off the show discussing the department of energy and their investment in New Mexico in making beer better by removing water adjuncts. Wendy discusses the 6 beer industry trends to watch in 2023 including a massive discussion about ABV per dollar, and Rob discusses how Dry January may not be beneficial to everyone who drinks. Want to hear our thoughts? Enjoy the first news episode of the year. Want to add your thoughts? Put a comment below or join us Friday’s starting at 7:15pm ET Nick's Article - National laboratory helps make beer better - https://kyma.com/cnn-national/2023/01/07/national-laboratory-helps-make-beer-better/ Wendy's Article - 6 Beer Industry Trends to Watch in 2023 - https://daily.sevenfifty.com/6-beer-industry-trends-to-watch-in-2023/ Rob's Article - BREAKING BEER NEWS: DRY JANUARY MAY MAKE YOU FEEL WORSE - https://www.americancraftbeer.com/breaking-beer-news-dry-january-may-make-you-feel-worse/ Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Mark Logusz’s career in Mid-Michigan is well known within the industry, so we catch up with him over the last five years, talk about the importance of brewery consulting and what’s needed when a brewery wants to take it to the next level, and we then take focus onto what news is coming out of Ellison Brewery including the opening of REO Town in a few weeks, the closing of Indianapolis, the retraction of distribution, and what the future will hold. Also in the middle of the show we get a little personal and hear the story of how Mark got married at Comerica Park on a whim to his now wife. MICHIGAN SERIES: Having brought in guests from all over the country this past two years, we wanted to still be true to our roots, so we have began the Michigan Series. A series of Michigan Brewery owners, employees, brewers, and sales reps, talking about what is happening here in the state and what is happening at their facilities. Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/bodpodcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! Dan gives us the VinePair top rated stout of the year and we realize how old and broken Beer Advocate is in 2022, Rob talks about blue laws in Texas and how this past weekends rules and regulations will hinder many folks from buying booze for 2.5 days. Wendy brings us a sports article about Luka Doncic’s career night for Dallas and his need for a recovery beer, and Ken questions the panel about how much they expect to increase or decrease their time in bars and breweries in 2023. Ken's Topic - Where Will Consumers Drink in 2023? Data Experts Track Channels for Spirits and RTDs - https://www.brewbound.com/news/where-will-consumers-drink-in-2023-data-experts-track-channels-for-spirits-and-rtds Dan's Article - The Highest-Rated Stout In Every State (2022) [MAP] - https://vinepair.com/articles/highest-rated-stout-state-map/ Wendy's Article - “Recovery Beer? Say Less”: Luka Doncic’s Wish is Being Fulfilled By Michelob ULTRA After a Historic 60/21/10 Performance - https://thesportsrush.com/nba-news-recovery-beer-say-less-luka-doncics-wish-after-a-historic-60-21-10-performance-been-fulfilled-by-michelob-ultra/ Rob's Article - Texas Liquor Stores To Close For 61 Continous Hours For New Year’s Day - https://localprofile.com/2022/12/30/liquor-stores-close-61-hours-new-years/ Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Tristan began PorchDrinking.com over ten years ago when he reached out to some friends to cover the beer industry almost like what Grant Land did for sports. He talks about his life in the Ameriacorps, studying at Miami University, and the ebbs and flows in his life that got him to starting his own website. We talk about brewery responses to hatred and he talks about his podcast and interviews he’s had over the last few years. Go check them out and listen to our last episode of the year! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST INFO: Even in the age of zoom, snow storms can be something to mess with, but while Dan in Arizona didn’t have to deal with it, Ken and him set up shop and chat with Cee from the BAOS Podcast based out of Canada. We discuss laws and regulations between the countries, how Cee got to Canada to start his hip hop career, and we discuss the similarities and differences between craft beer podcasts and why each one has its own niche and fanbase. From buyouts to barrel aged beers we run through the gambit of topics and look toward what each shows future may hold. No news this week but we will be back next week for our final episode with one of our partners, Porch Drinking! Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft Tik Tok- https://www.tiktok.com/@betterondraft

CRAFT BEER PODCAST NEWS EPISODE! This week in the news, Ken brings an article from the Chief Economist of the BA and his predictions for 2023, we discuss the importance of water in beer with Wendy’s article and government oversight, Nick discusses a major brewery purchase out in Canada an Dan quizzes us on some of the highest rated beers of 2022 from Uproxx. Ken's Topic - Brewers Association Chief Economist Bart Watson Shares Craft Predictions for 2023 - https://www.brewbound.com/news/brewers-association-chief-economist-bart-watson-shares-craft-predictions-for-2023 Dan's Article - The 50 Best Beers Of 2022, Ranked - https://uproxx.com/life/50-best-beers-of-2022-ranked/ Wendy's Article - How Droughts in Mexico Could Shape the Future of the Beer Industry - https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/13/world/americas/mexico-beer-climate.html Nick's Article - Carlsberg Group to buy Waterloo Brewing for $144 million - https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener-waterloo/waterloo-brewing-carlsberg-group-1.6687067 Sponsors: North Center Brewing - https://northcenterbrewing.com/ Zetouna Liquor - https://www.facebook.com/Zetouna-Liquor-Fine-Wine-Cigars-146021445420374/ Join The Michigan Beer Discord - https://discord.gg/vEEDyzwdjT Download the MI Beer Map - http://www.mibeermap.com Subscribe to Better on Draft - https://plnk.to/BOD Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6AlzP1BH0iykayF856bGRc?si=xXZzdd3CTPqgUq_KYTnBKg iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/better-on-draft-a-craft-beer-podcast/id1091124740 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/betterondraft Untappd - https://www.untappd.com/user/betterondraft YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/betterondraft Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betterondraft Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/betterondraft