A third space is a place besides work and home. These function as many things: meeting room, church, dance hall, gym, clubhouse, etc. It’s a space to get away, meet new people and focus on your passions and interests. Classic third spaces have been disappearing in the 21st century but nowadays, brewery tasting rooms are filling that void, catering to all sorts of people where the event is primary and beer is the perk. On this episode Don Tse and Em Sauter talk to two breweries who are navigating 2026 with new ideas on how to serve beer and how to get people in the door. This Episode is Sponsored by: HopsteinerLet’s talk brewhouse efficiency: Replacing pellet loads with Salvo cannot only boost aroma density, but reduce trub load and increase beer wart. Seems like simple math, but if it is still not obvious— replacing pellets with Salvo can give you MORE BEER per batch with BETTER brewhouse efficiency. Salvo —designed for brewers who are tired of sacrificing yield for aroma Explore flavor solutions at shop.hopsteiner.com. Escarpment LaboratoriesEscarpment Labs is the official yeast partner of Pink Boots brews. Their Pink Boots Yeast is a versatile German Kölsch strain that works across different beer styles. In light beers, it delivers bright, white wine–like aromatics. In hop-forward beers, it drives clean, citrus-forward biotransformation. Every purchase supports the Pink Boots Society, with fifteen percent of proceeds funding scholarships and professional development for women and non-binary people in brewing. To place an order, email sales@escarpmentlabs.com. Athletic BrewingYour first sip of Athletic Brewing Company’s non-alcoholic beer is a game-changer – it tastes so good, you can’t believe it's non-alcoholic. They've won 185 taste awards to prove it. From goldens, to IPAS, lite brews or their new Lime & Salt brew, they’ve got a flavor for whatever the mood calls for - which means great beer, no hangovers, and guilt-free drinking every day of the week. You can try Athletic's non-alcoholic brews for yourself at over 75,000 grocery or liquor stores, bars and restaurants nationwide. Or check out limited styles, exclusively on their website.Go to Athleticbrewing.com to find stores near you or get brews shipped right to your door! Get 15% off your first online order.Terms and conditions and certain limitations apply. Athletic Brewing Company. Fit For All Times. Visit Flanders Ready for a getaway that blends culture, flavor, and centuries of tradition? Head to Flanders — the birthplace of Belgian beer culture.This year marks a decade since UNESCO recognized Belgian beer culture as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and there’s no better moment to experience it firsthand. Explore Trappist monasteries, cozy beer cafés, and innovative breweries that keepBelgium’s brewing legacy alive. Raise a glass to history, hospitality, and the spirit of Flanders — where every pour tells a story. Start planning at Visitflanders.com. All About BeerAt All About Beer, we’re honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn’t do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry. Hosts: Em Sauter and Don TseGuests: Ben Castle, Colin McDonoughSponsors: Hopsteiner, Escarpment Laboratories, Athletic Brewing, Visit Flanders, All About BeerTags: Hospitality, Events, Tasting Room, Customer ExperiencePhoto:The following music was used for this media project:Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-callLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
