259 episodes

Tap the Craft Podcast is an informational craft beer podcast targeting the everyday beer drinker. The hosts are craft beer enthusiasts whose passion for this hobby comes out in the show. This podcast is focused on talking about the craft beer hobby in layman terms, not elitist speak. Entry into craft beer should not be a daunting and scary endeavor, so we want to help you learn about craft beer so you too can become a craft beer enthusiast. So whether you are well experienced or new to craft beer, there is something you.

Tap the Craft Podcast - Craft Beer Education Denny Luce - Kris McKenzie - John Ream

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    • 4.9 • 45 Ratings

Tap the Craft Podcast is an informational craft beer podcast targeting the everyday beer drinker. The hosts are craft beer enthusiasts whose passion for this hobby comes out in the show. This podcast is focused on talking about the craft beer hobby in layman terms, not elitist speak. Entry into craft beer should not be a daunting and scary endeavor, so we want to help you learn about craft beer so you too can become a craft beer enthusiast. So whether you are well experienced or new to craft beer, there is something you.

    Episode 257 - [LIVE] Florida Brews Travelers with Alex Snitker

    Episode 257 - [LIVE] Florida Brews Travelers with Alex Snitker

    In Episode 257 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Alex Snitker of the Florida Brews Travelers newsletter. Learn about his craft beer journey and the insight on why he started Florida Brews Travelers.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Tampa Bay Brewing Co Space Donkey Hazy Pale Ale

    Fremont Brewing Head Full of Dynomite v22 Hazy IPA

    Barriehaus Beer Co Beer Co Aldergaan

    Boulevard Brewing Co Rye On Rye

    Fremont Brewing Cambios Barrel-Aged Cuvee Imp Stout (2024)

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    You can sign up for the Florida Brews Travelers newsletter at https://www.floridabrewstravelers.com/ 

    • 1 hr 25 min
    Episode 256 - [LIVE] Beer Babes Family Non-Profit

    Episode 256 - [LIVE] Beer Babes Family Non-Profit

    In Episode 256 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Rachel Benkowski and Shayna Mose of the Beer Babes Family international non-profit, a global inclusive community for all women in beer. We also unbox our May mini-tacker of the month subscription box. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Urban Artifact Nitro Peaches and Cream

    Grand Teton Brewing 208 Golden Ale

    Deschutes Brewery Black Butte XXXI Imperial Porter (31st Anniversary Ale)

    Boneyard Beer Lupulin Advisory 5.0 DIPA

    Lumberbeard Brewing Stouted From the Bottom American Stout

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    Beer Babes Family Non-Profit

    • 1 hr 44 min
    Episode 255 - [LIVE] Idaho State Alcohol Laws

    Episode 255 - [LIVE] Idaho State Alcohol Laws

    In Episode 255 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking about the Idaho State alcohol laws and discover some interesting facts. We also unbox our April mini-tacker of the month subscription box. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Occidental Brewing Co Schwarzbier

    pFriem Family Brewers Czech Dark Lager

    Tampa Bay Brewing Co Repelling at Midnight

    Tactical Brewing Man of Straw Czech Dark Lager

    Fremont Brewing Non-Alcoholic IPA 

    Deschutes Brewery Fresh Squeezed Non-Alcoholic IPA

    Atmos Brewing Kora NA DOuble Hop IPA 

    Drekker Brewing Co Slang Du Jour - Cherry Lemon Scone 

    Lumberbeard Brewing Gin Barrel Aged: Batch One IPA (2023)

    Jim Dandy Brewing Cloverleaf Export Stout 

    Gem State Brewing Black Hole Sun American Stout

    Sawtooth Brewery 12th Anniversary Saison 

    Reuben’s Brews Neon Bot American Light Lager

    Monkless Belgian Ales Curtain Closer Belgian Quad

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    Idaho State Police – Alcohol Beverage Control Frequently Asked Questions

    On Second Thought with Mike and Matt podcast

    • 1 hr 27 min
    Episode 254 - [LIVE] Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance with Sean Nordquist

    Episode 254 - [LIVE] Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance with Sean Nordquist

    In Episode 254 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are talking with Sean Nordquist, the executive director of the Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance. Learn about his craft beer journey as well as his role in assisting the Tampa Bay regional brewers through TBBA key initiatives. It is a fun episode with a lot of great information and beer talk.  Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Tampa Bay Brewing Co Cloudy Donkey Hazy Pale Ale

    Coppertail Brewing Free Dive IPA

    Grand Teton Brewing Moose Creek Hazy IPA

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    Tampa Bay Brewers Alliance

    Beer for the Daddy Blog

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Episode 253 - [LIVE] Artificial Intelligence and Brewing

    Episode 253 - [LIVE] Artificial Intelligence and Brewing

    In Episode 253 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are discussing how artificial intelligence (AI) can play a part in beer brewing and consumer engagement. We also discuss the pros and cons of AI technology in the brewing process. We announce the winner of our special giveaway of the January, February and March Mini-tacker of the month subscription boxes for somebody who left us a voicemail for the podcast. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Cigar City Brewing Chin Music 

    pFriem Family Brewers Lager

    pFriem Family Brewers Pilsner 

    pFriem Family Brewers West Coast Hazy IPA

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    Can A.I. Make Beer Taste Better? Scientists Test a Model That Recommends New Flavors written by Sarah Kuta and found on the Smithsonian Magazine website 

    Can Artificial Intelligence Outbrew Human Brewers? Found on the toolify.ai website

    Can artificial intelligence craft a better beer? Written by Christina Campodonico and found on the San Francisco Standard website

    Deep Liquid Website - find out more about this AI project

    Great deep dive discussion on The Brewing Network The Session | AI Beer & The Future! Podcast from back in August 2023

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Episode 252 - [LIVE] Why Beer on St Patrick’s Day

    Episode 252 - [LIVE] Why Beer on St Patrick’s Day

    In Episode 252 we go live again on Facebook, and in this episode we are discussing the origin of drinking beer on St Patrick’s Day, as well as the origin story for green beer. We also do live tasting notes for the Church Street Brewing Skulling Russian Imperial Stout. We unbox our March mini-tacker subscription box too.  Make sure to get entered into a special giveaway of the January, February and March Mini-tacker of the month subscription boxes for somebody who leaves a voicemail for the podcast. Now grab a beer and enjoy the show! 

    If you would like to contact the show you can reach the hosts through email at tapthecraft@gmail.com, or interact with us on Facebook at facebook.com/tapthecraft and for all our links visit tapthecraft.com/linktree. We have a voicemail number...you can call 208-536-3359 (208-53ODDLY) to leave feedback or questions and have your voice heard on the show. We invite you to visit our website at tapthecraft.com for more craft beer content. If you enjoy our content and want to Toast Your Hosts, then please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/tapthecraft  

    Visit our sponsor tintackers.com who have the biggest selection of embossed aluminum beer signs with the best prices. Use TAPTHECRAFT at checkout and you will save 10% on your entire order. 

    You can follow Denny on Twitter, Instagram and Untappd @lucescrew. You can follow Kris on Twitter @kris_mckenzie82 or Untappd at @mck1345 and on our Facebook page. Find more links at tapthecraft.com/linktree. Discord server at tapthecraft.com/discord 

    BEERS MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:

    Marker 48 Brewing Marker Light Lager

    Sockeye Brewing Morning Provisions Coffee Vienna Lager

    Church Street Brewing Skulling Russian Imperial Stout

    Depoe Bay Brewing Sea Witch Icelandic Porter 

    Pelican Brewing Pelican Pilsner

    LINKS TO ARTICLES DISCUSSED:

    Why Do We Celebrate (And Drink) On St. Patrick’s Day? Written by Livio Lauro and found on the Master Your Glass website

    The Irish American who invented green beer for St. Patrick's Day written by Kate Hickey and found on IrishCentral.com website

    5 Things You Didn't Know About Green Beer for St. Patrick's Day written by Noah Kaufman and found on the foodandwine.com website

    The 15 Best Beers To Drink For St. Patrick’s Day written by Beau Hayhoe and found on the gearmoose.com website

    • 1 hr 29 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
45 Ratings

45 Ratings

WI Beer Boy ,

Great educational entertaining podcast!

I’ve been listening to this podcast since 2017 and it keeps better and better. Anyone who loves craft beer will love this podcast

Ftlwilly ,

5 Cap Podcast

I started listening to this podcast about a tear ago and really enjoy it. Denny and Chris have great chemistry in doing the podcast. I recommend it to anyone who wants to further their craft beer knowledge.

Buck4278 ,

Great Show

I have been listening for a few years now.
Great listening and very educational.

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