Winter Winddown

In this lively, pre-Easter episode, Jason and Bri settle in with a standout American IPA—Flash Frame from Grimm Artisanal Ales—to recap a busy and fun-filled month since returning from their cruise.The duo dives into highlights from the recent New York State Craft Beer Awards, celebrating big wins for Western New York breweries and sharing shoutouts to standout spots like Resurgence Brewing Company, New York Beer Project, and Rusty Nickel Brewing Company. They also spotlight must-visit destinations in the Finger Lakes and Rochester areas, including Strangebird and Brewery Ardennes.From there, the conversation shifts to hands-on brewing experiences, including their latest collaboration beer crafted at Resurgence for the upcoming  CollaBEERation Festival. Bri shares what it’s like getting involved in the brewing process firsthand, while Jason reflects on how much goes into crafting beer on both small and large scales.Beyond beer, the episode captures their recent adventures around Western New York—from the Buffalo Spring Market to a standout meal at D.A. Taste—plus brewery-hopping in the Rochester area with stops like Stumbling Monkey Brewing Company and DeWolf Brewing Company, where Spanish-inspired food and creative brews left a lasting impression.They also recap completing their winter hiking challenge, sharing stories from muddy trails and scenic stops, before wrapping up with one of their favorite local traditions—the Williamsville Soup Stroll. The event not only delivered incredible flavors but also raised significant funds for local charities, highlighting the strong sense of community in the area.Visit our website at BuffaloBrewsPodcast.comEmail: [email protected] us on social media.Instagram: @BuffaloBrewsPodcast Facebook: @BuffaloBrewsPodcastTikTok: @BuffaloBrewsYouTube: @BuffaloBrewsPodcastX/Twitter: @BuffaloBrewsPod