Episode 287 – Brew City

Milwaukee’s great reputation as the home of brewers (and The Brewers) was long built on cheap adjunct lagers. But in three years time, the Brew City has been reborn as a craft beer destination. Ryan and Craig had a torrid affair with Milwaukee’s beer scene in 24 hours, gathering beers and interviews along the way to provide a whole episode that is basically beer tourism propaganda. Listen as we welcome Andy from Third Space to hazetown, and he guides us through a speed-tasting while explaining how they sold their beer to Miller Park and won three GABF medals in two years. Kyle Vetter from 1840 shares a green beer with us while talking about his sometimes unconventional methods of achieving liquid perfection and where he sees the brewery growing in the near future. We also pop open four beers to review while reliving our experiences at Vennture, Good City, Hacienda, Lakefront, and the locally infamous Wolski’s. And you learn the totally relatable ways we manage to stay so fit, and admire Leather David. Remember – there’s more to life than lactose.

ABV Chicago Episode 287 – Brew City

Interviews Featured

Andy Gehl of Third Space Brewing (00:08:58 – 00:30:03)

Kyle Vetter of 1840 Brewing Company (00:37:38 – 00:58:36)

Beers Reviewed

Third Space Brewing – Happy Place (Midwestern pale ale)

1840 Brewing Company – Rickety Elevator (Mixed culture saison)

Hacienda Beer Co. – Time Is An Illusion (New England DIPA)

Good City Brewing – Lord Lyon – Rye Barrel Aged (Scotch ale)