April makes Chuck drink a Labatt Blue as we talk about our first beers ever. Do macros still have anything to offer beer nerds? Icons vs. Nostalgia. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-P…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week, advent beer calendars, including the one being offered by Nita. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://…

Part 3 of the reason we were gone so long. We took an Ontario roadtrip this summer. We talk about the breweries and beer related stops we made throughout that trip. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.…

Part 2 of the reason we were gone so long. We took an Ontario roadtrip this summer. We talk about the breweries and beer related stops we made throughout that trip. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.…

We’re back! And this is part 1 of the reason we were gone so long. We took an Ontario roadtrip this summer. We talk about the breweries and beer related stops we made throughout that trip. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week, the sale of Big Rig. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http…

This episode we explored beer cocktail with George Bush. He created two cocktails for us and explained the subtleties of designing and pouring good cocktails. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week, preview of our upcoming Bruce Peninsula/Southern Ontario trip. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://b…

We had Chris come by and chat with us about Calabogie’s new spot in Kanata. This was recorded a month ago and Chris had just started at Calabogie. Which meant we dug into his experience as a sales rep as well. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.l…

We went to the Nita brewery to sit with Andy and chat about the new Ottawa Beer Collective Spring Box. After our chat about the Spring Box we got to talking about Nita itself and their upcoming plans. This is part 2 of the interview with Andy. The Sping Box is a 12 pack of beers from breweries in the Ottawa area collected in one box and available f…

We went to the Nita brewery to sit with Andy and chat about the new Ottawa Beer Collective Spring Box. A 12 pack of beers from breweries in the Ottawa area collected in one box and available for delivery from Operation Come Home or Canada Post. As well as in local Beer Stores in Ottawa and Toronto. If you’re a brewery and want to be included reach …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week, unions in brewing. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http:/…

We’ve prepped a couple 6-packs that were released in 2018. Due to time pressures we are only getting to them now. This week we try out the Collaboration Across The Nation - Out West. This is organized and brewed by Central City in Surrey B.C. In the Out West box, the following breweries collaborated with Red Racer. Torque Brewing - Half Way IPA - W…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week, do you send beer back? Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: ht…

We’ve prepped a couple 6-packs that were released in 2018. Due to time pressures we are only getting to them now. This week we try out the Collaboration Across The Nation - Back East. This is organized and brewed by Central City in Surrey B.C. In the Back East box, the following breweries collaborated with Red Racer. • Kichesippi Beer Company – 191…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-Play Join …

We’ve prepped a couple 6-packs that were released in 2018. Due to time pressures we are only getting to them now. This week we try out the Rochester Mills Milkshake Stout 6-Pack. Apparently this was part of a larger 12 pack offering. We’re not sure if the full 12 got to the LCBO. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://op…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-Play Join …

Ever have a beer that gets lost in the fridge? Or one you unintentionally cellared? We brought special guests Christophe Paquette from Hops and Bros and Nathan Lefebvre to find their zombie beers and have a chat about cellaring and finding beers. This is episode 100, so we brought out something special from our cellar as well. Subscribe: RSS: http:…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on our #adventbeers. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like us to u…

Episode #99, closing on a special episode for #100. Today we hosted our annual breakfast beers. Almost too full to record but we toughed it out. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-Play …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on preventing overaged cellar beers. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know yo…

Direct Episode Download! In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on TVs in breweries, bars etc. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpint…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on gift packs. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like us to use you…

We attended Cask Days again this year. While in Toronto we visited new to us breweries. Beer List Common Good - The Sociable Pilsner Shacklands - Cry'Zacca Dry Hopped Sour Bad Lab - Prickly Pear Kennel Sour Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/6…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on Brew Donkey. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like us to use yo…

We attended Cask Days again this year. There were more events around it this time. As well as visits to some of our local favourites. Beer List Bellwoods Brewing - Mylarshark Folly Brewing - Ara Brett Pale Ale Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: http://bit.l…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This week we focused on October West beer fest. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like u…

We were able to sit down with Crystal Luxmore for a chat. We talk beer education, the Beer Sisters, Cicerone, beer writing and her more memorable experiences being a guest of honour at a festival. Read more about Crystal. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7N31YYyS3NzWGg8GLM7Sny Apple Podcasts: …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like us to use your question for the show. Subscribe: …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #613halfpints to let us know you'd like us to use your question for the show. Subscribe: …

We took a vacation in Northern Ontario. We're back with beers from this growing scene. Also, as mentioned, the musician playing at Outspoken, Jack Pine and the Fire. Beer List Manitoulin Brewing - Swingbridge Blonde Ale Outspoken Brewing - Deadfall Lagered Ale Lake of the Woods Brewing - Beer With No Name Raspberry Ginger Wheat Ale Sleeping Giant B…

We welcome James Edgar and Alexandra Epp to the studio to talk about Bench Brewing. James is the Eastern Ontario Territory manager and tells us all about the reasons behind Bench. Passion abounds as we try 4 special beers. Beer List Stone and Shale - Bret White Ale Vio - Brett Saison with Viognier Grapes Appellation No. 1 - Barrel Aged Saison Oak G…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. Do we talk about buck-a-beer? Nah, not this time. Maybe in a few. This time we talk about San Francisco. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. U…

In an offsite location, we sat down with Marc-Andre Chainey from Waller St. Brewing. For their third anniversary there was some experimentation done to produce some interesting one offs. First tastings and process talks ensue. ​​​​​​​Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http…

Mike Stulberg, creator of the Craft Beer Passport, calls in for this episode. We talk about the launch in Ottawa. Why he created the Passport and corresponding app. And many more details on how the Passport works and what might be coming in the future. List of Ottawa locations where the Passport can be used. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsy…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. This episode we got a little political and both Chuck and April display their cynical side. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash t…

FunkFest! We're back from Gravenhurst and brought some funky and sour beers with us. So we drink a few and talk about the various yeast/bacteria that give you sour beers and a bit about the process. Beer List: Sawdust City - Passion Fruit, Guava Berliner Wiesse Sawdust City and Block 3 - Nouveau Monde, Biere De Coupage Waller St. - Juice Joint, Dry…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Use the hash tag #halfpints to let us know you'd like us to use your question for the show. Subscribe: RSS…

BBQ season! Chuck has been doing Father's Day smoke outs for a few years now. And Sidelaunch was kind enough to send us some of their new Dry Hop Sour. These two inspired us to talk about beers that drink well while in the process of grilling and some techniques when using beer to grill with. Beer List: Sidelaunch - Dry Hop Sour Lake of Bays - Spin…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. This week we focused on our experience at recent beer fests, Orleans Craft Beer Festival and Ottawa Beer F…

Special guest Chris from Hops and Bros joins us. The test, can Chris and Chuck pick out macros from craft in a blind tasting. Only April knows what the beers are. Part 2 completes rounds 5 to 7. Special call in with Max and he shared some info from his lessons in brewing college. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: htt…

Special guest Chris from Hops and Bros joins us. The test, can Chris and Chuck pick out macros from craft in a blind tasting. Only April knows what the beers are. Part 1 includes the first four rounds. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-Play Join …

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. And a reminder about our Orleans Craft Beer Festival ticket give away. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.…

We chat with Sean McVeigh at Small Pony Barrel Works. Details about the brewery, their barrel strategy, and their Culture Club. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-Play Join the Conversation! Join the conversation on our Facebook Group: 613BeerCast…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. We also launch our Orleans Craft Beer Festival ticket give away. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn…

Finally, patio weather in Ottawa. April and Chuck talk about outdoor reasons to visit a brewery, concentrating on patios. We talk about the local breweries with patios or with upcoming outdoor events. Hope to see you sometime at one of these. Ontario Beverage Network is a fantastic resource for local breweries. As mentioned, they've added a patio c…

In our continuing small bite episodes, April comes up with some questions to ask Chuck and get quick opinions on recent happenings in beer. If you have questions you'd like to get our opinions about feel free to follow the contact links below. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google …

Not the typical QA. We thought we'd use the opportunity to follow up on the Society of Beer Drinking Ladies first Ottawa Bevy. Chuck asks April about the event. Let us know what you think of this format using the links below. Subscribe: RSS: http://613beercast.libsyn.com/rss Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/613BeerCast-iTunes Google Play: http://bit.l…