EPISODE · Jan 11, 2026 · 1H 12M
Episode 153 - w/ Nate Bahr of Central Waters Milwaukee
from The Taproom Podcast · host Mike
Episode 153 features Nate Bahr, head brewer and R&D lead at Central Waters Milwaukee. Host Mike visits the striking converted-church taproom to taste the Small Heron (a Motueka-forward small beer) and dig into Nate's brewing journey—from homebrewing to Lakefront, Bavarian Beer House and large-scale production—plus his work developing lagers, hazies, and experimental recipes using new hop products and terpenes. Expect behind-the-scenes brewing detail (high-gravity brewing and dilution, dry-hop techniques, rye challenges), stories about can art and naming, collaborative projects (including a joint IPA with Component Brewing), awards and scaling, Central Waters’ barrel program, and community efforts like the Yellow Blaze trail beer fundraiser. A mix of technical insight, brewery culture, and local Milwaukee flavor.
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Episode 153 features Nate Bahr, head brewer and R&D lead at Central Waters Milwaukee. Host Mike visits the striking converted-church taproom to taste the Small Heron (a Motueka-forward small beer) and dig into Nate's brewing journey—from homebrewing to Lakefront, Bavarian Beer House and large-scale production—plus his work developing lagers, hazies, and experimental recipes using new hop products and terpenes. Expect behind-the-scenes brewing detail (high-gravity brewing and dilution, dry-hop techniques, rye challenges), stories about can art and naming, collaborative projects (including a joint IPA with Component Brewing), awards and scaling, Central Waters’ barrel program, and community efforts like the Yellow Blaze trail beer fundraiser. A mix of technical insight, brewery culture, and local Milwaukee flavor.
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