The Beer Mighty Things Podcast Kyle C. Rheiner

In this episode, I'm chatting with the one and only Brian Winkeler of Robot House, a creative agency in Oklahoma City who’s done a ton of great branding work in the craft beverage space.



We discussed workout routines, beer consumption habits and provide insights into the evolution of Robot House, from its humble beginnings to its current team of six, and elaborate on the company's branding philosophy.

Brian shares the backstory of naming his company "Robot House," which was inspired by the show Futurama. We dove into the comprehensive branding process, emphasizing the need for client participation and thorough research.


We also talk about the emotional aspect of rebranding, the importance of maintaining customer loyalty, and the timeline for the upcoming brand refresh launch.

Oh, and we hit on AI vs Graphic Designers.
Enjoy!



Follow Robot House on IG @robothouseokc

WEB: robot.house (what a great site URL!)



#branding #robothouse #graphicdesign

We're breaking down the Spirits world with OJ Lima, founder of Taste, Select, Repeat & Kinfolk Spirits!


We're diving into spirits trends for 2024 as well as non-alcoholic spirits, being a Spirits Judge and the American & Japanese Whiskey markets. OJ let's us know what it means to "Date the Nose & Marry the Palate"


From "picking" single barrels to sipping Eagle Rare 25,  we're having some fun in this one, and you will too.

Want more?  Follow OJ @neatrockscocktail and Pierre at @leastihavewhisky and check out the store @tasteselectrepeat


https://tasteselectrepeat.com/  #tasteselectrepeat on LinkedIn also -

#americanwhiskey #whiskey #spiritstrends #japanesewhiskey #eaglerare #eaglerare25

It's time for #CBC2024 in Las Vegas and what better way to get a lay of the land than to connect with Skip and Joe from HUDL Brewing.


The fellas share their experiences of learning brewing, creating popular beer recipes, and the importance of meeting consumer preferences.

We also discussed the upcoming craft beer events in Las Vegas (including our Welcome Party with CBP, Arryved and Able Baker Brewing).

The team conveyed their enthusiasm and pride in their preparations for HUDL week, aiming to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

We hit on the Art District and Old Vegas and all the good things we're about to experience at CBC 2024!



Thanks HUDL! See you soon!



#beermightythings #hudlbrewing #cbcvegas

After thoroughly enjoying a number of delicious beers from this brewery, I had to connect with Steve Parker, Co-Founder & Head Brewer of Fidens Brewing Company (Albany, NY)


We jump into Steve's love of beer and taking the leap from Phys-Ed teacher to professional brewer and business owner.

Due to the pandemic, their business plan had to shift from taproom to a to-go model, and that created an unexpected surge in demand.

We discuss the challenges of managing the taproom, and expanding at the right time and pace. The demand was so great, so quickly, that customers were sleeping in the parking lot!

We discuss inspirations, such as Tree House, Trillium, Bissell Brothers, and Other Half and we also hit on the the evolving trends in the beer industry, including the growing popularity of lower alcohol options and the exploration of new hop varieties.

Steve emphasized the significance of finding the right staff and prioritizing quality over quantity, highlighting the impact on sales and customer satisfaction.

Lots of great tidbits in this one, enjoy!

#fidensbrewing #beermightythings #hazyipa

I had to repost! This was a fun conversation from St. Patrick's Day 2022 with the team at Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore MD. I have since visited and was welcomed with open arms.

In this episode, we're talking with the National Brand Ambassador, Ryan Wagner and Head Brewer of the Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore Maryland, Sean Brennan.

First things first, we pronounce “Sláinte” properly and what it actually means.  We discuss the history of the Nitro Pour, a 9,000 year lease (!) and the Guinness Book of World Records.  The more you know!

We dive into the plethora of breweries Guinness has that you didn't know about, including Open Gate in MD, their 1,000,000 visitor(!) and all of the 20+ other beers you were unaware of.  Oh, and they have a new brewery in Chicago, IL!

Happy St. Patty's Day and, well, Slainte!

https://www.guinnessbrewerybaltimore.com/ #guinness #guinnessstout #beermightythings

2024 will require beverage companies to become better in many ways. So, today we're talking about "Core Values" with Chad Kimmel of Grand Illusion Hard Cider in Carlisle, PA.

We hit on a range of topics, including the significance of core values in business and the importance of investing in employee wellness.

We also discussed creating unique and exceptional experiences for customers, fostering a supportive and appreciative culture, and analyzing turnover rates and employee happiness within the organization.

Additionally, Chad shared entertaining anecdotes about customer experiences and discussed various rewards and incentives provided to staff.

We hope you enjoy and share with your staff!

#beermightythings #grandillusionhardcider #corevalues