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The Brew Happy Show
by Damian DeBuiser
Brew Happy, informing you on everything craft beer! Join Damian DeBuiser and friends as he co-mingles with the Masters of Brewing! Learn about the brews you love and why they make us so happy!
Episodes
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Lazy Days Brewing
Relaxing at Lazy Days Brewing in the sky lounge with founders Jake Elder, Ryan Still, and marketing manager Avery Dobson. We find out about the newest brewery on the block, their two new former Ex Novo locations, collaborations, their beers, and more. Damian looks forward to the upcoming Irish...
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A Brew Happy Holiday
Well it's the end of Season 11, and we are so grateful to all of your listeners. Join us and some of our friends on this Holiday podcast special. We do a little recap, and trade gifts, and tasty brews on this Brew Happy season greetings!
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Labyrinth Forge Holiday
Following up at the end of the year with Labyrinth Forge to hear about their updates and latest beers. Owner, Dylan Van Detta tells us how to get baked bread and other tasty treats in this eastside district. Ryan proves his domestication, Bronwyn remembers a mocha, John gets excited about another...
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Holiday Pregame
The Warren Report brought stops by the McPolander's Taproom this week. Brewing has occurred at our favorite speakeasy, and we get to enjoy the rewards. Damian shares a golden bung from OBC, Ryan feels jubilicious, Bronwyn enjoys the empress, John falls for a new peated cask in his collection.…
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Pizza Port at Function PDX
Pizza Port came to Function PDX and we had to drop by for a taste of the action. Plus, Manager Logan Shirts, has the scoop on their upcoming upper level expansion, and a new Alberta location coming in the New Year. Ryan reads a story, Damian can't wait for more functions near him, John loves…
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Chill n Fill with Patreon
At Chill n Fill theres even more fun than ever, with more food carts and other features. The crew stretches out with a Patreon subscriber Ryan Finn, as we gush over some seasonal picks. Damian drools over a Crux porter, John loves a collab, Ryan releases promo codes for your shopping pleasure.…
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Patreon Bottle Share
Bottle share at Beer Mongers with our Patreon people and friends. So many familiar faces and brews showed up for this friendly event, and we are happy to invite you to join us. Hear about the latest as well as some of the best brews from the past. Damian brings some dark delights, Ryan has a...
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Zwickle Ric
We caught up with Zwickle Ric at his new post at Threshold Brewing. He turns us on to the new Harvest Haiku to bring home and muses about his chosen industry. Damian is concerned for Ecliptic Brewing, John wins a bet, Ryan wants you to stay healthy, and Bronwyn has a laugh or two. Plenty of news...
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Washington Beer Awards
Another year of recognition for breweries of the North as Washington Beer Awards doles out accolades. Plus we had a birthday boy at our favorite Chuckanut location. Ryan recounts a moving music moment at the Roseland Theater, John bring the peated speyside, Damian misses a dark beer event…
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Halloween Livestream
At Level 1 you can play games, drink Level Beer, and run into your friends. We even livestreamed the beginning on Instagram to show you what a great time you can have, but you have to listen to hear the rest. Damian reports on a wedding, Brownyn is excited about a new spot, John speaks to our NY...
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Breakside in Beaverton
Ben Edmunds joins us again, at the new Beaverton location, to talk about crafting a legacy of teamwork, and breaking into new categories. Bronwyn plays with a barleywine, Ryan learns about a wit beer, John talks about the 5 distinct Scotch regions, Damian enjoys a Black and Tan. Dog friendly…
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McPolanders European Vacation
The McPolanders are back from their European beercation. Jenn and Jeremy have done some serious field reporting to bring you news from places like Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, as well as other international flavors. Ryan wants to talk about Star Wars, John is off to do some field...
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Birthday at Beer Mongers
Well it's that time of year, when autumnal beers come out to play, and Damian goes to his favorite local pub, on his birthday. Bronwyn drops in with new swag from Labyrinth Forge, Ryan talks toddler, Damian saw angels in San Francisco, and John has new t-shirts from our sponsor. Presents…
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Second Profession
Second Profession is first on our list for the month of October, with fresh hops and delicious red lagers to kick off. Catch up with owner Charlie Goman as he opens up about keeping his business thriving through so many changes over the years. Bronwyn is entranced by the plants, Damian has a new...
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GABF 2023
Hanging out with the crew this week to review GABF 2023. Many of our friends came home with medals, and we couldn't be more proud. John has the scoop on Ex Novo, Damian wants an ocean of beer, Bronwyn tries an Irish Whiskey, and Ryan reacts to the latest cider and wine news. Only the best brews…
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Double Mountain Brewery's 3rd Location
Double trouble when you visit Double Mountain Brewery's 3rd location. Manager Jason Huey is here to tell you all about it the latest events, fresh hops, and upcoming community events. Ryan looks forward to cider season, Damian gets hopped up on a Killer Red, John remembers a hopped whiskey, and...
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Single Hill Brewing at Function PDX
Single Hill Brewery has been blooming in Yakima Valley's latest volley of fresh hops. Owner Ty Paxton tells us more about their freshest featured brews for this entire month at Function PDX. Casey Armstrong gives us a peek at other brands booked for future months, and Warren Wills pops in from…
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Labor Day at Level 3
For Labor Day one of us took the day off. The rest of us got together at Level 3 for some fresh hopped beer! John gets his lupulin fix, Damian has a new beer, Bronwyn gets excited about a watermelon beer. Fun times and field work, with your Brew Happy friends on this podcast!
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Patreon Party
Patreon rewards for our most generous listeners, with a party at Vault 31. Join our friends as they not only get to be on the show, but host as well. Ryan gets a whackajack, Jenn & Jeremy are going to Denmark, John has a whisky and cigar pairing. Celebrating those that appreciate our hard work…
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A Brewery Worth Saving
Upon news that Culmination Brewing may be on the rebound, we speak with Steven Shomler, to find out about his plan. We recount fond memories and meet a new friend from afar Takash from Adashi, one of the brewpub's international fans. Ryan recalls his first Phaedrus, Damian remains optimistic, and...
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Crux PDX
The hottest new spot to stay cool is Crux Fermentation Project's new SE Portland location. We are joined by Drayson Anderson and returning guest Cam O'Connor to tell us about open fermentation, other brews they make, and how Crux got it's name. Damian enjoys a Bochi Bochi, John misses Vegas,...
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Back to Level 1
With a change in plans we meet up at Level Beer's level 1 location, for some fun with our favorite bartender and some of our favorite beers. Ryan relates about cleansing and cookies, Bronwyn reports on the beer scene in Fort Meyers, Damian hears from field reporter Bacon Dan, and John has advice...
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The Beer Mongers
We change things up at The Beer Mongers with owner Sean Campbell, here to tell us all about the cool events and games at one of the best brew stops in town. We get some insight on beer selection and their upcoming 13th anniversary in September. Ryan relays the Brew News, Damian pulls from the…
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The Unipiper goes Gigantic
The new Gigantic Brewing pub on SE Hawthorne is a pretty big deal. Especially since the Unipiper's Hazy IPA is back, and he's here to tell you beer fans all about Weird Portland United. Ryan has dad talk with the guest, Damian creates a constellation, and John loves talking about AI. Supporting...
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The buzz on Barreled Bee
Sweet times at Final Draft Taphouse with The Barreled Bee owner and distiller, Lee Hedgmon. Listen as she enlightens us on bees, Mead, BBQ sauce, and trademarks. Ryan regulates the Anchor Brewing plight, Damian expands his bee knowledge, Bronwyn has some sauce, and John educates us on armagnac....
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Little Vice
Vancouver is growing, and downtown has just a Little Vice to share with thirsty consumers in this bustling part of town. Nostalgic rays of color burst with flavor from the coolest new taproom on the corner, with Michael Perozzo leading the way. Ryan reminisces on rewinds, Damian brings his Mom to...
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Independance Day
Filling up at Chill n Fill as we prepare for more Summer fun. There are new vents, beers and locations to discover together. Ryan advocates for McMenamins, John talks bitter beers and spirits, and Damian is excited for the new Double Mountain Taproom. Celebrating the wonderful Portland weather…
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The Green Room
Recording from the Green Room and JPR Studios the crew gets to reconnect, and share stories of their latest adventures. Bronwyn boasts about her bountiful business, John speculates on a new beer, Ryan gets to hear about Cider Summit, Damian has a heartfelt dedication. Beer, Cider, and Spirits on...
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Kenny Flannery at Threshold
Author and Travel Writer Kenny Flannery has found himself back in Portland and joins us at Threshold Brewing and Blending, to get some Piwo Pilsner. Hear some of his tales you may find in one of his books, and a couple you may not. John trades travel tips and recent adventures, Ryan returns, and...
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The Champion Returns
At Chuckanut's P-Nut location JP returns for his first round back home after his Scotch Safari across the pond. Ryan retires for the week, John enjoys some of his favorite stateside beer, Damian delivers the schedule for the upcoming Portland Beer Week. Great travel tips from our best field...
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Threshold Brewing and Blending
Threshold Brewing and Blending has been turning heads since their steadfast opening in 2019. It's been about 3 years since we caught up with Jarek and Sara Szymanski, and their award winning lager house is growing in flavor. Ryan revels in the salt and savory, Damian falls for a latent punchline,...
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Return on the McPolanders
Back at our exclusive home bar the McPolanders Taproom, we catch up with Jenn and Jeremie after their field trip to a magical place called Tahiti. Jeremie brings Rum while John is gone, Jenn moderates for females in the industry, Ryan rolls out the classics, Damian gets the last of the Nutella...
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Level Beer in SW Portland
At Level Beer in Multnomah Village we talk shop once again with owner Jason Barbee and Brewer Matt Lawson. With 3 bustling locations, new yeast, more beers and other fun on the way. John is still searching for more scotch, Ryan picks a random tattoo from a gumball machine, and Damian learns about...
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Living Haus Beer
An inviting time at Living Haus Beer with owners Mat Sandoval and returning guest Conrad Andrus. From the abrupt end of Modern Times to contract brewing for startups with Gavin Lord and Hetty Alice Brewing, brings life to this new brew house. John is on a scotch safari in Europe, Ryan presents…
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Brothers Cascadia Brewing
Brothers Cascadia Brewing is coming to downtown Vancouver, very soon! Exclusive information on that, their newest can release, and more. Ryan gets excited about a new cidery, John previews his next rare Scotch and Whisky tour, Damian gets busy over the weekend and announces a Patreon winner.…
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Wayfinder the Natalie Baldwin way
We found ourselves in Natalie Baldwin's new office at Wayfinder Beer as she settles into her new role. Celebrating her career from early beginnings at Burnside Brewing, her bittersweet break from Breakside Brewing, to her plans at her new post, and Beef. John educates us on Portland toponymy…
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Back at Ben's Bottleshop
Back at Ben's Bottleshop in Vancouver we are able to explore our various options. This week we review the Top 50 U.S. Craft Brewing Companies list by the Brewers Association. We revisit non-alcoholic beer as John puts Damian to the test, Ryan goes to the zoo, and other fun things this past week....
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FH Steinbart
for over 100 years FH Steinbart has been faithfully serving the homebrew community. All kinds of brews from beer to kombucha, brew kits to draft accessories, they have it all. Joining us is returning guest Brian Haslip to catch us up on events, classes, and talk shop. Ryan catches us up on some...
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Hair of the Dog to Labyrinth Forge
At the historic Hair of the Dog Brewing location as it transitions to Labyrinth Forge Brewing. We sit down and discuss the past and the future with Alan Sprints, and Dylan VanDetta. John brings a Waterford Whiskey, Ryan reviews the results of Oregon Beer Awards, Damian enjoys a new stout, and...
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Chillin for the final game
The last game of the year has brought out the crowd here at Chill n Fill Taproom, a local favorite watering hole, and podcast location. Looks like more food carts to pair up with the beers and other brews. John reveals his middle name, Ryan reveals the name of the Brew Happy Fest bier, and Damian...
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Reverend Nat's New Cidery
Many blessings from the new Reverend Nat's Hard Cider House on SE 35th & Division. Classic decor, food carts nearby, and a perfect location for a locally celebrated cidery. Ryan recommends the citrus, Damian, and John brings a buttery Scotch. New digs, new ciders, an upcoming Night of a thousand...
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Steeplejack Brewing
Returning guest and master of sales, Tim Ensign, and Production Manager Kevin Haney hosting us this week from Steeplejack Brewing's first of 3 locations. Plenty of new beers and events coming your way this season. John talks winning strategy, Ryan hints at a gift, and Damian enjoys aromatics....
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Homebrewers at Chuckanut
This week we celebrate our home brewing community with our special guest Mark Gillette from F.H. Steinbart home brew supply. Portland Brewers Collective is organizing competitions and events for you home brewers our there. Ryan reports on a drag show at Heathen Brewing, John layers up for some...
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Over 500 Episodes!
Now with over 500 episodes under our belt, the best place to celebrate is The Beer Mongers new location on SE 11th Ave. We are joined by beer fan Don Shite, Craft Beer Scribe Warren Wills, and the OG Beer Monger himself, Sean Campbell. Ryan nearly gets through the Brew News, Damian enjoys the…
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Ride that Pono
We end February here at Pono Brew Labs, but even if Stout Month comes to an end, we just can't put them down. On the heels of the SheBrew ProAm and the Festival and other events coming up, we are already filling up our March calendar. Ryan has musical mash-ups, Damian admires some glassware, John...
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More events than time
Well Stout month is going well for Damian as his fridge fills with more stouts than he can drink. But the crew arrives to help, and review some of these fine libations. Ryan adds botanicals, John reveals his favorite whiskey, Damian deals with some interesting flavors. Nothing short on taste when...
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Stout Month be my Valentine
It's Stout Month that we love for Valentine's Day. To celebrate Stout Month (February) a pick of two from an all star line-up. We each have 7 different Abyss Series as well as an Oud Bruin from Ecliptic, Tough Love from Crux, a holiday beer and others to choose from. John raves about the latest…
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Stout Season is here
With events like SheBrew, Stout Bout, Zwicklemania, Dark Arts, and others coming up, it's impossible to make them all. John gets excited about zwickles, Damian savors Stout Month, and Ryan goes from sour to stout in 2 beers. Stout Month is kicking off in Brew Happy style on this week episode!
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Brew Happy, informing you on everything craft beer! Join Damian DeBuiser and friends as he co-mingles with the Masters of Brewing! Learn about the brews you love and why they make us so happy!
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