Brew Dudes - SMaSH it all

John and Mike from Brew Dudes, exploring their journey into home brewing, the evolution of their friendship, and the intricacies of brewing processes. They discuss their first brewing experiences, the significance of smash beers, and the importance of community feedback in honing their craft. The duo shares insights on equipment evolution, DIY brewing, and the convenience of modern brewing systems, all while emphasizing the joy and meditative aspects of brewing beer. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the intricacies of home brewing, exploring the brewing process, essential equipment for beginners, and the satisfaction derived from creating beer. They discuss innovations in brewing equipment, share their experiences in competitions, and reflect on their journey of writing a home brewing book. The conversation also highlights the evolution of their Brewdudes YouTube channel and the community aspect of home brewing, including memorable disasters and lessons learned along the way. In this engaging conversation, John and Mike share their extensive experiences in homebrewing, discussing the challenges and unexpected successes they've encountered over the years. They emphasize the importance of taking notes during the brewing process, the role of time in developing beer flavors, and the joy of food pairing with their creations. The duo also touches on the influence of music in their brewing sessions and offers valuable advice for newcomers to the hobby. As they wrap up, they share insights into their future projects and the brewing community's collaborative spirit.-------------------------------------------Jeremy Lincoln Show Links SUBSCRIBE: / @jeremylincolnshowSign up: jeremylincolnshow.beehiiv.comListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jeremy-lincoln-show/id1853010507Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bLkPSvvBgIKYAOA3hlylAFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylincolnshow/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremylincolnshowFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583833223126 Follow on X: https://x.com/jlincolnshowSupport the Show: Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/cw/jeremylincolnshowBuy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jeremylincpRecipes from Homebrewershttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1b65jXOFevFO4JRUq0TyxU7gmFpTrXcvy?usp=sharing00:00 Introduction to Brew Dudes02:59 The Genesis of Brewing Friendship05:53 First Brewing Experiences09:12 The Smash Beer Journey11:54 Blind Taste Testing and Flavor Profiles15:00 Self-Taught Brewing and Community Feedback17:55 Equipment Evolution in Home Brewing20:57 DIY Brewing Equipment and Efficiency23:59 Current Brewing Systems and Preferences30:51 The Brewing Process: A Journey of Presence32:07 Innovations in Home Brewing Equipment35:02 Essential Equipment for Beginners40:14 Competition Success: Winning Awards in Brewing43:24 The Journey of Writing a Home Brewing Book51:26 The Birth of Brewdudes: From Blog to YouTube Channel58:42 Home Brewing Disasters: Lessons Learned01:00:42 Brewing Disasters and Lessons Learned01:02:08 The Importance of Note-Taking in Brewing01:04:33 Unexpected Successes in Brewing01:06:46 The Role of Time in Beer Flavor Development01:08:44 Food Pairing and Culinary Influences01:10:55 The Intersection of Music and Brewing01:15:03 Rapid Fire Questions: Preferences and Trends01:19:08 Advice for New Brewers01:21:40 Future Projects and Community Engagement