S2E80: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Austin

Arizona Beer Frontier

Get ready for a wild ride through the twisted trails of the World Series Bet beer delivery saga! This beer odyssey began with a detour from Phoenix through Chicago, as if the brews were on a farewell tour. In fact, there were some farewells. It all started with a wake in Ash Fork for an old soul in the industry. A happenstance discussion with the proprietor of Fibber McGees, Matt Brennan led to a trip to Chicago. You see, Matt was once part of the brew team at the original Goose Island Clybourn Brewpub and Sunday was the final day of service before the location moves. Rob got to spend some time with Matt and the old crew. THC beverages hit the Chicago market and were found at Binny's. Off Color Brewing, the Nisei Lounge, and the Beer Temple were visited. Rob and an old homebrew friend visited Metropolitan Brewing for a final time before it closes on December 16th. Smoked beers and classic German Lagers were enjoyed at Double Clutch Brewing. Classic cars with clutches were gawked at. Candy Cane Malort. In Austin, Travis Bailey of the Texas Craft Brewers Guild took Rob on a BBQ pilgrimage to Luling, TX. Live Oak Brewing, Austin Beer Works, Lazuras Brewing, Hold Out Brewing – they drank so many smoked beers, we lost count. Back at the Arizona homestead, Andrew risked engine failure for a double anniversary celebration at Fire & Fury (2nd anniversary) and Desert Monks Brewing (5th anniversary). Because who needs a working engine when there's beer to be had? Was there more... of course. Tickets are on sale for the following events: StrongBeerFest.com - February 17, 2024 Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres and they graciously agreed. We hope you like it as much as the original. wetigersukesongs can be found here! https://www.youtube.com/user/wetigersukesongs