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Brews Brothers

by Closer and the Crouch

Closer and the Crouch bring you, Brews Brothers, a podcast that explores the history of beer styles and how they came to be. In each episode, we break down how a particular style started, some of the defining features of that style and we drink some beer. Keep an eye out for fun segments such as 'surprise snack' and 'can the Closer close?' as we explore the magic that is our favourite beverage.

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Episodes

  1. German Berliner Weisse

    Another German regionality specialty, this week we explore the Berliner Weisse. Described as both "the most refreshing beer in the world" and "the Champagne of the north", this beer has a lot to live up to. In this episode, we taste examples from: •Alvinne Brewing (Belgium) •Aether Brewing (QLD)...

  2. Russian Imperial Stout

    In this episode, we explore the much fabled (and very alcoholic), Russian Imperial Stout. A favoured beverage of the Russian monarchy, this beer is described by Vladimir Lenin ("that Lenin") as the "Bourgeoisie Tipple". We explore how a chance trip by Peter the Great to England when at war with…

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  3. German Gose

    In this episode, we go back to the 1700s to discuss the hyper-localised German Gose. German Gose, whilst incredibly popular in it's area, never truly found its place and sadly disappeared from the earth after WW2. Having to compete with two world wars, the rise of communism and a clash with the...

  4. Belgian Tripel

    This week we cover the Belgian Tripel. Belgium has a long and interesting history of brewing beer and this beer does not disappoint. Traditionally brewed by Monks in the monastery's of Belgium, these beers provide a high alcohol but complex and smooth tasting beer. We explore how Belgium Monks...

  5. Helles Lager

    In this episode, we explore the history of Helles Lager and other German Lagers. Lagers have sadly developed a poor name in the craft beer community due to the endless sea of mass-produced pilsners but the history of Lager is both fascinating and deeply complex. Helles Lager is Germany's response...

  6. English Porter

    In this podcast, we explore the history of the English Porter, the beer of the industrial revolution. The English Porter dominated the world during the 18th and 19th Century and lead to the invention of a lot of advances in brewing science. Not many beers can lay claim to the fame that it was the...

  7. American Pale Ale

    In this episode, we explore what has to be the most popular beer style of the 21st Century, the American Pale Ale. From it's origins in Chico, California in 1980 through to the modern interpretations being made in Australia, American Pale Ale is a beer we all know and love. Featured this week…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Closer and the Crouch bring you, Brews Brothers, a podcast that explores the history of beer styles and how they came to be. In each episode, we break down how a particular style started, some of the defining features of that style and we drink some beer. Keep an eye out for fun segments such as 'surprise snack' and 'can the Closer close?' as we explore the magic that is our favourite beverage.

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Closer and the Crouch

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Closer and the Crouch bring you, Brews Brothers, a podcast that explores the history of beer styles and how they came to be. In each episode, we break down how a particular style started, some of the defining features of that style and we drink some beer. Keep an eye out for fun segments such as...

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