Cascadian Beer Podcast

Breweries can be a strong focal point for any community. Many of them align their name with the characteristics or features of their surroundings. Today I find myself mid-island on Vancouver Island in the town of Courtenay, British Columbia. Located on the traditional, unceded territories of the K’ómoks First Nation.  Ace Brewing opened its doors in 2019, and is proud of their Vintage Aviation theme reflecting the history of the Comox Valley and Canadian Air Force. I sat down with their head brewer Dan Lake. Big Thanks to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's always a great feeling escaping the city and visiting the communities around the province. I've traveled to Vancouver Island to visit Alberni Brewing Company, a new brewery that recently opened up in Port Alberni, Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Hupačasath and c̓išaaʔatḥ. I sat down with co-owner Heather Welsh.  Big Thanks to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a spot in the lower mainland that has seen a major shift to an entertainment district in recent years, and that spot is located in North Vancouver. Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh. The brewery House of Funk opened their doors a little over two years ago after seeing a gap in the British Columbia market. They have seen major growth and have even developed a sister brand to them. I sat down with owner Darren Hollett.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I met up with a craft beer industry friend in a Vancouver park for a chat. Xander Szymanski is the Head Brewer of Monkey 9 Brewing in Richmond, British Columbia. Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Tsawwassen and Musqueum. We talk about how Xander got into brewing craft beer, some previous places he's worked and a brewery project of his own he started. Monkey 9 Brewing open their doors in 2017. Born in the year of the Monkey, this brewery has a massive restaurant and bar area to enjoy their beers, while also having a connected bowling ally.  This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded in a park in Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I find myself in North Vancouver, British Columbia. Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueum. This area has seen a major boom of breweries opening in recent years, but there is one brewery that is a bit of an outlier on the map compared to the cluster of others. Wildeye Brewing is a quiet gem on the north shore, with a large tasting room and patio in the shadow of the surrounding mountains and trails. I sat down with the founder Samantha Lindeman. This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in North Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in 2016 a new brewery opened up with something a bit different to offer. I’m in Vancouver, British Columbia. Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueum. In the neighborhood of East Van, also known in the craft beer community as “Yeast Van” is Luppolo Brewing. They opened and have stuck to offering Italian style beers, while expanding their styles and food as well. I sat down with Brewer and Co-Owner Ryan Parfitt.  This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm in Vancouver, British Columbia. Located on the traditional unceded territories of the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueum.  The neighbourhood of Mt. Pleasent has seen a major transformation in recent years, and a key establishment that has played a major role is Main Street Brewing. Situated inside a Vancouver City Heritage Building, which originally was a brewery when first built apart of the historic Brewery Creek district. I sat down with co-owners Nigel Pike & Cameron Forsyth.  This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been a lot of breweries opening in British Columbia over the last couple of years, and North Vancouver has been one of those hot spots. North Point Brewing is a cozy cabin themed brewery on a quiet street in North Van. I sat down with co-owner Liam Jeffries and brewer Paul Kovamees. This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in North Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Normally when I’m traveling to the Okanagan, I typically stop at a halfway point for a break to stretch my legs, maybe gas up the car and grab a quick snack and continue on my journey. But now knowing there is a brewery, I may have to reconsider my stopover. I’m in the town of Merritt, British Columbia. Typically a three hour drive from Vancouver, this town is now home to The Empty Keg Brew House. I sat down with Co-owner and Brewer, Kyle Hall. This episode was made possible by the BC Ale Trail Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Merritt, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've travelled to a top vacation destination in British Columbia. Whistler is known for its skiing, but it is also home to a lot of fantastic Summer activities, and of course, not to mention, great craft beer. In this episode speak with Brewer Derrick Franche at High Mountain Brewing and Owner/Brewer Kevin Winter at Coast Mountain Brewing. Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Whistler, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've travelled to Kelowna to visit a brewery in a 100-year-old building. BNA Brewing opened their doors in 2015 and have been gradually expanding ever since. Not just a brewery, this building also houses a great eatery of theirs as well as an upstairs bowling alley. I sat down with one of the owners Kyle Nixon. Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Kelwona, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm back in the Okanagan Valley visiting Penticton. In recent years, this region has seen a major boom in new craft breweries opening, but there are a couple who have been around for a few decades. I visit Tin Whistle Brewing and The Barley Mill Brewpub. Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Penticton, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time of year there is so much going on in the beer world. Notably, fresh hop season! I connected with friends of the podcast, CLS Farms and Yakima Valley Hops to talk about their hop programs and importantly their One in Eight Fresh Hop Campaign, which is raising money and awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness month.  I spoke with Shelley Desmarais of CLS Farms and Jeff Perkins of Yakima Valley Hops. To learn more and order this year's 1 in 8 Fresh Hops, head to: https://1in8.co/ CLS Farms: http://www.clsfarms.com/ Yakima Valley Hops: http://www.yakimavalleyhops.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on the interwebsEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've traveled to the municipality of Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, visiting a brewery that has been around since 2013. With two locals, one being their production brewery and the other their brewpub, Longwood focus heavily on local ingredients and supporting the local community. I sat down with Owner/Brewmaster Harley Smith. Longwood Breweryhttp://longwoodbeer.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Longwood Brewery - Nanaimo, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In my first revisit episode, I catch up with friends of the podcast Bridge Brewing. I first spoke with them on episode 23 of the podcast, and a lot has changed since then. Located in North Vancouver along Lonsdale Avenue is their new second location, The Bridgedeck. I sat down with Co-Owner and  Director of Consumption, Leigh Stratton. Bridge Brewinghttps://www.bridgebrewing.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Lonsdale Bridgedeck - North Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the COVID-19 lockdown, I started a series of live stream interviews reaching out to brewers and others in the beer industry. I thought I would share these interview as bonus content for this podcast. In this first episode my guests are beer and real life brothers... Clete Hanson of Another Beer Co. in New Westminster, BC and Matthew Hanson of Whistle Punk Brewing in Spokane, WA. The audio is from the original live stream that happened on Apr 13, 2020 Cascadian Beer Podcasthttps://cascadian.beerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm in the Cowichan Valley visiting a brewery who has been around since 2018. Small Block Brewing is located in the township of Duncan on Vancouver Island. I sat down with co-owner Aaron Scally. Small Block Breweryhttps://smallblockbrewery.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Small Block Brewing - Duncan, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've traveled to Kamloops, British Columbia. I had the opportunity to visit a new brewery just before launch while attending Brewloops 2019. Bright Eye Brewing is a brewery dreamt up by two friends who became inspired after visiting a Vancouver based brewery. I sat down with Bryan Craig. Bright Eye Brewinghttps://www.brighteyebrewing.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Bright Eye Brewing - Kamloops, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm focusing on a single community on Vancouver Island. Mid-Island you'll find the communities of Qualicum Beach and Parkville. Located here are two very different types of breweries. I spoke with Dave Paul of LoveShack Libations and Dave Woodward of Mount Arrowsmith Brewing. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! LoveShack Libationshttp://www.loveshacklibations.com/ Mount Arrowsmith Brewinghttps://arrowsmithbrewing.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location on Vancouver Island, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm focusing on a single community on Vancouver Island. The city of Port Alberni is located pretty much in the center of Vancouver Island, with the drive being just over an hour from Nanaimo. I'll be speaking with both of the breweries who've open here, Twin City Brewing & Dog Mountain Brewing. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Twin City Brewinghttp://www.twincitybrewing.ca/ Dog Mountain Brewinghttps://dogmountainbrew.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Port Alberni, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Okanagan Valley is the small British Columbia town of Penticton. In recent years, this town has seen a boom in local breweries opening their doors. So much so that Lonely Planet named Penticton Canada’s “craft beer capital" for the year 2020.  In this episode, I'll be featuring two brewers from two breweries, Ross Thompson of Cannery Brewing and Liam Hutcheson of Bad Tattoo Brewing.  Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Cannery Brewinghttps://cannerybrewing.com/ Bad Tattoo Brewinghttps://badtattoobrewing.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location in Penticton, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Summer I was enjoying... and slightly melting, in the heat of the Okanagan while visiting Kelowna, BC. Kettle River Brewing Company is a small batch neighborhood brewery that has seen great support from the community as well as the local industry. Opening their doors in 2016 they've since expanded and added to their location. I sat down with Chris, Wilson, and Russ from the brewery. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Kettle River Brewing Co.https://www.kettleriverbrewing.ca/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Kettle River Brewing - Kelowna, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the provincial capital of Victoria, not too far away from friends of the podcast Swan's Brewpub and Spinnakers is another historic brewery. Open in 1996, Canoe Brewpub is located in a historic 100-year-old building close to the Victoria Waterfront by the Johnson Street Bridge. In recent years they've had some major renovations done to the space with some more on the way. I sat down to their Brewmaster Kyle York. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Canoe Brewpubhttps://www.canoebrewpub.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Canoe Brewpub - Victoria, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was very fortunate to travel to a region of the province I've always wanted to visit. I hit the road and headed north to Valemount, British Columbia. In this small town in the interior, they have an award-winning Brewery and a pretty awesome beer festival as well. I sat down with the general manager of Three Ranges Brewing, Michael Lewis to talk about his brewery and the Valemount Craft Beer Experience. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Three Ranges Brewinghttps://www.threeranges.com/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Three Ranges Brewing - Valemount, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

East Van, or in the beer community known as "Yeast Van", is a major craft beer center in Vancouver, British Columbia. One of them being Andina Brewing Company. Who are about to celebrate their third birthday! Andina mixes the founder's heritage with creative experimental flavors for their beers. I sat down with Co-Owner, Andrés Amaya and Brewmaster, Ben Greenberg. Big thank to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible! Andina Brewing Companyhttps://andinabrewing.ca/ Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Andina Brewing Company - Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a weekend trip to the Yakima Valley to witness the start of this year's hop harvest (Thanks Sam Quinlan, HOOH Hops). I was fortunate to meet a lot of people in the beer community there. One of them being Varietal Brewing from Sunnyside, WA. Founded in 2016, they have been a great addition to their local community. I sat down with Co-Owner & Brewer, Chris Baum. Varietal Brewing Co.http://www.varietalbeer.com/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Varietal Brewing Co. - Sunnyside, WAEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Located in downtown Vernon BC, Marten Brewery and Pub open their doors in 2015. Voted as one of British Columbia’s Best tasting rooms, the space is large and open with the brewery visible from almost every vantage point in the pub. Recently, the team has started creating things other than beer with their Kombucha brand UnderGround Beverages. I sat down with owner Stefan Marten and brewmaster Joe Strickland. Marten Brewing Co.https://www.martenbrewpub.com/ Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.https://bcaletrail.ca Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Marten Brewing Co. - Vernon, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I connected with the Brewers Association's Chief Economist Bart Watson on how the beer industry is doing in 2019. This has become a bit of an annual chat so I was excited to talk numbers and see how the industry has changed from last year. Brewers Associationhttps://www.brewersassociation.org/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've made a stop in the interior of British Columbia in a community called Kamloops. This region has seen a major boom in craft beer in recent years with a number of breweries and pub opening. One of, being Iron Road Brewing, who just celebrated their second year of operation. I sat down with one of the co-owners, Richard Phillips.  Iron Road Brewinghttps://www.ironroadbrewing.ca/ Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.https://bcaletrail.ca Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Iron Road Brewing - Kamloops, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m in Seattle, Washington at a brewery the first of it’s kind in the state. A brewery that is completely backed by a group of members. Flying Bike Cooperative Brewery opened their doors in August of 2015, but the idea behind the brewery has long been in the works. I sat down with Board President Austin Rood and Brewmaster Kevin Forhan. Flying Bike Cooperative Breweryhttps://www.flyingbike.coop/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Flying Bike Cooperative Brewery - Seattle, WAEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A region that has seen some major development in recent years is Kelowna, British Columbia. Located in the Okanagan Valley, Kelowna has seen growth in not only the craft beer community in recent years, but also vineyards, tourism and technology. A new comer onto the sense, and who just celebrated their first year opening, are Vice and Virtue Brewing. I sat down with Matt Jewell & James Windsor. Vice & Virtue Brewing Co.https://viceandvirtuebrewing.ca/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Vice & Virtue - Kelowna, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few months ago in the Spring, I was in Penticton attending and part of the judges panel for Okanagan Fest of Ales. While there I stopped in to say “Hi” to some friends of the podcast who were in the process of opening their own brewery. Like many stories I’ve encountered while making this podcast series, things don’t always go according to plan. The brewery had to change their name for various reasons a few days before my visit. But now fully open and operational I chatted Liam Peyton & Chris Vandenberg with Slackwater Brewing. Slackwater Brewinghttps://slackwaterbrewing.com/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Slackwater Brewing - Penticton, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last summer I was lucky to explore the Northern Part of our province along Highway 16. I started my journey in Prince George, BC. Trench Brewing and Distilling open their doors in Spring 2018. I spoke with both co-owner Craig Schwenning & brewer Paul Goncalves. Trench Brewing & Distillinghttps://www.trenchbrew.ca/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Trench Brewing & Distilling - Prince George, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last summer I was lucky to explore the Northern Part of our province along Highway 16. I spent some time in Smithers, BC. A place that has seen rapid change in recent years. Smithers is not home to just one, but two breweries! One of them being Bulkley Valley Brewery. Bulkley Valley Breweryhttps://www.bulkleyvalleybrewery.ca/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Bulkley Valley Brewery - Smithers, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in 2017 I went to Denver to attend my first Great American Beer Festival. On my first night there I went to the Pink Boots Society Rare Beer event. That’s where I met Brewer Cat Wiest. At the time she was working in Santa Cruz, but then flicked me a note saying she landed a job in Oregon. During my visit to the Oregon Coast last November I thought I would stop by and catch up with Cat at her new position at the Pelican Brewpub in Pacific City, OR. Pelican Brewinghttps://pelicanbrewing.com/Pink Boots Societyhttps://www.pinkbootssociety.org/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Pelican Brewpub - Pacific City, OREditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was very fortunate to visit a beautiful part of British Columbia. I traveled Highway 16 in the Northern part of the Provence recently and I made a stop in the community of Terrace. Sherwood Mountain is a brewery focusing mostly on lagers and has been quite successful in the local area. On a very busy Thursday afternoon, I sat down with the brewer and co-owner Darryl Tucker. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Sherwood Mountain Brewhouse - Terrace, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I recently took a trip out of Cascadia to explore a new part of the world. I found myself in Iceland where craft beer is starting to take off in the country. Beer above 2% ABV was actually illegal in Iceland until 1989 and on top of that, not much agriculture in the country to speak of. So I was curious to find out how much the craft beer scene has grown in that short amount of time and what sort of challenges are faced in making beer in Iceland. I visited a local brewery with a team behind it who started importing craft beer. I sat down with Andri Kjartansson, Ingi Kjartansson and Steinn Stefánsson of Malbygg Brugghus. Malbygg BrugghusWebsite: http://www.malbygg.isFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/malbyggbrugghus/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Malbygg - Reykjavik, IcelandEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m in the neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC known as Yeast Van. Just celebrating their fourth birthday, Off the Rail is a brewery that has been sticking to traditional recipes, yet not afraid to experiment from time to time to create new classics. I sat down with Steve Forsyth & Mike Evans. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Big thanks to the BC Ale Trail: http://bcaletrail.ca Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Off The Rail - Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m at either the end of the road or the beginning of it, depending on how you look at it. Prince Rupert, British Columbia is on the Pacific Coast of Highway 16 in the northern part of the Provence. Here a small local brewery has been winning awards for the past few years and yet are still kind of a secret to the larger world. I sat down with Craig Outhet of Wheelhouse Brewing. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Wheelhouse Brewing Co. - Prince Rupert, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Located in the majestic Deschutes National Forest is the town of Sisters, OR. I traveled here to visit a brewery that opened its doors during a not so ideal time period when the national economy was in a recession. But they have managed to grow despite the challenges they faced when they opened. I sat down with Wade Underwood, Jeff Cornett and Ashley Woody, at Three Creeks Brewing Co. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Three Creeks Brewing Brewpub - Sisters, OREditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m in Cariboo Regional District of British Columbia in Quesnel. Located in the center of the city along Highway 97 is a brewery with a brand connection back to the regions gold rush days, Barkerville Brewing. I sat down with their Brewmaster Erin Dale. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Barkerville Brewing Co. - Quesnel, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m in British Columbia’s capital, Victoria. During my visit to Victoria Craft Beer Week I had a chance to visit many of the local breweries. One of them being Moon Under Water Brewery - Pub and Distillery. I sat down with their Brewmaster, Clay Potter, to talk about their creativity and their adventure into distilling. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Moon Under Water - Victoria, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve traveled to Kamloops, BC. A town that isn’t new craft beer, but still is trying to find its place in the market. In this episode, I visit Red Collar Brewing. A family run brewery in the heart of downtown Kamloops. I spoke with Lara & David Beardsell. Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Red Collar Brewing - Kamloops, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is the biggest weekend on the Craft Beer calendar, Great American Beer Festival! I was lucky to attend GABF for the second year in a row. It was great catching up with friends of the podcast, as well as meeting new breweries and people. In this episode you’ll hear from: Bart Watson (Chief Economist for the Brewers Association)Gary Glass (Director of American Homebrewers Association)Breakside BrewingDry Dock Brewing CompanyCircle Brewing CompanyPico BrewEastern Market BrewingHopstoriesCraft TouristPubcast WorldwideGarrett Oliver (Brooklyn Brewery)Wibby BrewingLaunch Pad BreweryHi Sign BrewingChuckanut BreweryChris Black (Falling Rock Tap House)Sam Calagione (Dogfish Head Brewery)54°40' Brewing CompanyGoodLife BrewingThe Referend Bier BlenderyRed Truck Brewery Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Great American Beer Festival - Denver, COEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve traveled all over Cascadia so far in this series, but this is the furthest north I’ve been so far. I’m in Smithers, BC, a community with a population around 6,000. I wanted to know the challenges of opening a brewery so far North and what the communities response has been. So I stopped into Smithers Brewing Company and spoke with brewmaster Cameron McKeigan. Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Smithers Brewing Company - Smithers, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Located in East Vancouver… Or in the brewing world commonly referred to as “Yeast Van” is a brewery unlike any other in Canada. Callister Brewing is home to multiple breweries sharing the space to test and grow their brands.  Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  In this episode you'll hear from:Chris Lay of Callister BrewingKevin Garneau, Ben Gradidge & Charles Lacarin of Sundown BrewingTim Rennie of Good Buddy Beer Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Callister Brewing - Vancouver, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’ve traveled out to the Fraser Valley in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia to visit a brewery with an extremely local focus. Opening its doors in 2016, Field House Brewing tries to incorporate local ingredients not only in its beers, but also in the food served in its tasting room as well. I sat down with the brewery’s founder, Josh Vanderheide. Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  Field House Brewing Co.Website: https://fieldhousebrewing.com/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Field House Brewing Co. - Abbotsford, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I’m back on Vancouver Island visiting a brewery that truly stands out in the BC beer scene. Category 12 is located just north of downtown Victoria and focus on being a little more experimental in the beers they produce. I sat down with Michael & Karen Kuzyk. Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  Category 12 BrewingWebsite: https://category12beer.com/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Category 12 - Victoria, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Along the Sea to Sky Highway in British Columbia is the community of Squamish. Known as the recreational capital of Canada, this small town is home to a brewery that embraces that spirit to heart. I sat down with two of the co-founders Ben Reeder & John Folinsbee of Backcountry Brewing. Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  Backcountry BrewingWebsite: http://www.backcountrybrewing.com/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Backcountry Brewing - Squamish, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria, British Columbia is a key center for craft beer in BC. Sean Hoyne started his career in at the iconic Swan’s Pub when it opened in 1989. From there he has been part of Victoria’s Craft Beer Scene ever since. In recent years, he finally had the opportunity to open his own brewery. Thanks to The BC Ale Trail for making this episode possible.  Hoyne Brewing Co.Website: http://hoynebrewing.ca/ Cascadian Beer PodcastWebsite: http://cascadian.beerFacebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeerTwitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron JohnsonRecorded on location at Hoyne Brewing Co. - Victoria, BCEditing & mixing by: Aaron JohnsonTheme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.