Daftaboutcraft - Episode 83 (August 31, 2026)

Dave B and Dave D are waiting for your messages!The latest episode of Daftaboutcraft is bursting with lager! Rí-Rá Brewing Company are positioning themselves as THE Irish craft lager available everywhere, and when the beer tastes as good as it does, it's easy to see why. We talk to head brewer Paul Bogan about all things Rí-Rá, craft beer in Ireland, and more in a fascinating chat. Speaking of lager, Carling Black Label is now back on shelves around the UK. But is it worth trying? Both Daves brace themselves and give it a whirl. We know everyone needs water, and so too do sharks, with Cornwall's Verdant Brewing releasing the latest iterations of their Even Sharks Need Water series. But are the four beer hype, or are they tripe? Join us to find out. All this and plenty more on the latest episode of Daftaboutcraft, the craft beer podcast!We're delighted to be backed by Craft Brew Festival, curators of a unique beer festival tour across Britain.