288 Enjoy Your Pause With Comma

🍻 Beer In Front – Episode 288 Guest: Kevin Waltermire, Co-Founder of CommaThanks to a listener assist, Episode 288 is stacked—from THC-infused non-alcoholic beer to industry news, Dry January reflections, and a pair of solid beer reviews to close things out. 🍺 🎙️ This Week’s Interview Dave is joined by Kevin Waltermire, co-founder of Comma, a THC-infused non-alcoholic beer brand built for people who love beer culture but want a different kind of buzz. What you’ll hear in the conversation:Why Comma focuses on “pauses” instead of quitting alcohol altogetherHow Comma differs from THC seltzers (spoiler: it’s actually brewed)The role of THC, CBD, and Lion’s Mane in creating a social, balanced experienceWhy Comma avoids shaming drinkers and embraces beer cultureWhere THC beverages fit into the future of craft beerThoughts on regulation, age-gating, dosage limits, and synthetic THCWhat new beer styles (and even wine 👀) Comma is exploring next🛒 Where to find Comma:Direct-to-consumer at enjoycomma.comChicago area bottle shops including Garfield’sAlcohol-alternative retailers nationwide📰 Beer & Beverage NewsA bipartisan Credit Card Competition Act could lower swipe fees for small businesses, including breweriesAllagash Brewing Company announces a Maine Blueberry Ale coming this springBoulevard Brewing Company releases a Dubai-style chocolate ale (13.5% ABV, limited availability)BuzzBallz launches a pink diamond engagement ring promo for Valentine’s DayFirestone Walker Brewing Company reveals the brewery lineup for the 2026 Firestone Walker Invitational (tickets on sale February 4)🧃 Dry January Check-InDave wraps up his final week of Dry JanuaryDown 7 pounds and feeling good heading into what promises to be a “wet February”🍺 Beer Reviews Non-Alcoholic Review:Galaxy Ripple Imperial IPA from Best Day Brewing65 caloriesWest Coast-leaning bitterness with solid hop characterA standout NA option worth grabbingRegular Beer Review:Farm to Fist Fresh Hop IPA from Revolution Brewing7.5% ABVCentennial, Crystal, Amarillo & Comet hopsA must-buy for West Coast and fresh-hop fans🍻 Final Thoughts From THC beverages and NA beer to fresh hop IPAs and industry policy, this episode hits a little bit of everything. Big thanks to Kevin Waltermire for the conversation—and as always… Sometimes the beer in front of you is the best one yet.Enjoy CommaHemp Beverage AllianceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support.Beer Media Group