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Back on site again this week as we sit down with Todd Boerra co-founder of Fonta Flora Brewing in Morganton, NC.  We had Todd early in the days of Cheers Charlotte so we thought it was time to have him on again.  A lot has changed since that first episode so we needed an update.  We talked about his two other locations, what has changed for Fonta Flora, and what beers styles he has taken to brewing.  The post Episode 267 – Fonta Flora Brewery Optimist Hall appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The gang is back live and in person this week. We met the team at Edge City Brewery and got a behind-the-scenes look at their operation in Charlotte’s MoRa (Monroe Rd and Rama Rd). Founders and brothers, Jared and John Thomas sit with us to talk about their journey on opening a brewery in the middle of a pandemic. The taproom is open so be sure to stop by and give them a try.  We also had an old friend sit in as a special guest in this episode. Kiel Arrington joined us to talk about his current project- Vaulted Oak Brewing.  The post Episode 266 – Edge City Brewery appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re live (via recorded Zoom conversation) with Sierra Nevada Brewing’s Scott Jennings. Scott is the Head Brewer at Sierra Nevada in Mills River NC. How many Sierra Nevada Torpedos, Pale Ales, or Celebrations have you enjoyed in your beer drinking career? Well, you can thank Scott for all those wonderful taste bud experiences. Find out how Torpedo IPA got its name and many other cool facts about Sierra Nevada’s wonderful beer. Don’t forget to raise your glass high as you listen to this week’s episode!  The post Episode 265 – Sierra Nevada Brewing’s Scott Jennings appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Raise a glass with us as we chat with NC Brewers Guild Executive Director, Rich Greene. Hear from Rich about the state of the beer business as it adapts to the COVID crisis. We talk about how quarantine has impacted some of your favorite breweries. We also look ahead at the growth of the craft beer industry in North Carolina. Rich is doing great advocacy work on our taste bud’s behalf! The post Episode 264 – Executive Director Rich Greene of the NC Brewers Guild   appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re still in lockdown but this quarantine won’t stop us from reporting on the latest Charlotte craft beer news. Our good friend, Matt McKenzie, joins us to discuss the latest impact of COVID-19 and how it affects Charlotte breweries. Grab a local beer and lend us your ears.  Matt McKenzie is a craft beer writer based in Charlotte and has written for Charlotte Magazine and Charlotte Visitors Guide. The post Episode 263 – Matt McKenzie Talks COVID-19 and Charlotte Breweries appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back at it this week as we sit down with the owner and head brewer of Armored Cow Brewing in University City Andy Kalinoski.  Andy started up Armored Cow with a certain family member in mind and he’s been making some solid beers both with and without gluten.  Listen up as we taste through the gluten-free flight to give our notes.  The post Episode 262 – Armored Cow  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The gang is quarantined but that’s not stopping us from bringing you the latest in craft beer news and how it relates to the Queen City! This week’s guests include the good folks from Untapped. We hear from Greg Avola - Chief Creative Officer and co-founder- to talk about how Unttapd was born and what you can expect about everyone’s favorite beer tracking app. We also talk to Jon Dispenza and Harrison Hickok co-hosts of Drinking Socially the official Untappd Podcast. The post Episode 261 – Untappd appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

A very different episode this week.  With the country shutdown amid Coronavirus scares we stayed in Quarantine and Weezie called the guys from his house and they discuss what has happened to the Charlotte beer scene over the past few weeks since bar and restaurants have closed their doors to on-site consumption.  They also give you some stories of what local taprooms, bottles shops, and furloughed employees are doing during this time.  The post Episode 260 – Coronavirus and Beer  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We are dubbing this episode “The Smartest Brewery in Charlotte” Why you ask?   Well, two reasons 1. Joe Vogelbacher is one of 19 Master Cicerones in the country.  So we discussed the exam and just how he prepared for it. Then the brewery itself uses A.I. in the production area provided by IBM to help them with production and efficiency.  Sugar Creek Brewery is doing big things there in the LoSo neighborhood.  Plus, Melissa Bruno Johnston sits in to talk about Biere De Femme Presented by Pink Boots Society.  This year's festival takes place on March 21st at Unknown Brewery.  She fills us in on all the details.  The post Episode 259-  Sugar Creek Brewery the Smartest Brewery in Charlotte appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back this at the 9th Annual Queen City Brewers Festival benefiting Aceing Autism!  The post Episode 258 – The 2020 Queen City Brewers Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back again with our friend the Executive Director of the Queen City Brewers Festival Nils Weldy to give a preview of this year's festival.  The new location, more breweries than ever before, and food vendors from across the city.   The post Episode 257 – The 2020 Queen City Brewers Festival appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Special thanks to The Cellar at Duckworth’s for hosting us on location this week. And a special cheers worthy thank you to Eric Gaddy of Casting Shadows Photography for capturing our episode on film. Cheers worthy thanks to The Cellar at Duckworth’s. Not only did they host us with a great location and awesome food, but they treated us with awesome bottles straight from the Cellar. Cheers! The post Episode 256- Beer End Review 2019 appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Back this week with our friends from Hoppin Brands.  Their latest venture Pinhouse has been open in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood for a few months and features Charlotte’s first set up for Duck Pin bowling.  Utilizing the self-pour system of beer taps in all of their locations, these guys are doing something right here in Charlotte with a few new concepts in the works.  The post Episode 255 – Pinhouse appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The Cheers Charlotte crew sat down with Mike Smoak and Andrew Viapiano, co-founders, from Middle James Brewing. Andrew is a native of South Burlington, VT.  He earned his American Brewers Craft Brewers Apprenticeship Diploma.  He was working at a Charlotte brewery when he met Mike Smoak when he won The Cheers Charlotte Capture the Crown Homebrew Competition. Give a listen and find out how Cheers Charlotte was the catalyst for this awesome brewery in Pineville.  The post Episode 254 – Middle James Brewing appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The Cheers Charlotte crew sat down with Alex Shoenthal and Tim Curtis (co-founders) of Charlotte’s latest brewery- Lower Left Brewing. We visited the taproom and toured the brewing facility and later sat with, co-founder and head brewer, Alex Shoenthal. Alex talked about what to expect from the tap list. We talked about his roots as […] The post Episode 253 – Lower Left Brewing  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Did you make it out to this year’s Piedmont Culinary Guild Farm to Fork Picnic? If not, be sure to tune in to this week’s episode. We’re joined by the PCG’s Executive Director, Kris Reed, to talk about the event and all the great things they are doing with the proceeds. We also sat down with great chefs to talk about their menu and why North Carolina ingredients are some of the best in the world. Guests include Eric Ferguson, executive chef, from Stagioni and Daniel Wheeler, executive chef from Dot Dot Dot.  The post Episode 252 – Piedmont Culinary Guild Farm to Fork Picnic appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

Start your engines! We’re coming in live from Charlotte Motor Speedway to bring you all things NASCAR with MRN broadcaster, Steve Post. Find out what makes Charlotte a unique hub for this fast-paced sport. We learn the rich history of NASCAR and booze. We got to try a special race day beer and discussed upcoming races that you might want to check out.  The post Episode 251 – NASCAR with Steve Post appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

The day all of Concord has been waiting for is finally here. It’s the grand opening of Southern Strain Brewing Company. We sit down with co-owners Ford Craven, Bart Roberts, and Jake Allen to talk about this exciting day. Be sure to stop by and congratulate them.  The post Episode 250 – Southern Strain Brewing Company appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

We’re taking a sensory trip to Tennessee to try Uncle Nearest Whiskey. We had the great pleasure to sit down with Uncle Nearest National Brand Ambassador Richie Michaels. Hear about the rich history of this legendary master distiller and what makes this such a great spirit. Special thanks to Nicholas Glass from Republic National Distributing Company for giving us the ABC’s of the liquor industry in North Carolina.  Be sure to seek out Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey at your neighborhood ABC store. The post Episode 249 – Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey  appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.

As new breweries pop up across Charlotte, veteran breweries continue to keep up with the demand by expanding as well. The latest brewery to do this is Wooden Robot Brewery. We sat with co-founders Dan Wade and Josh Patton as we look back at the path that has landed us at their newest brewery in NoDa. Find out all there is to know about Wooden Robot’s The Chamber and be sure to stop by soon.  A cheers worthy thanks to Jeni Knighten, Ambassador for Beer and Burpees for stopping by and talking about their upcoming event happening September 21st, 2019 The post Episode 248 – Wooden Robot’s The Chamber appeared first on Cheers Charlotte Radio | Craft Beer and Homebrew Podcast.