five beer plan

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I recap a sunny brew fest experience, mash in on the latest homebrew project, conclude the conversation with Dominick Peri from Prosperity Brewers in Boca Raton, Florida and review Midlife Crisis from Ten Wasp Brewing!

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail. In this episode, I reveal the next homebrew project, fire up the Mash‑Shift Drive for a journey back in time to Ancient Rome, find out what makes Prosperity Brewers tick with Dom, and review Quilter’s Irish Death from Iron Horse Brewery.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I finish the latest homebrew project, wrap up the conversation with Dan and Eric from Campfire Brewing and review A Ray of Sunshine from the FBP Homebrew Project!

I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I kick off fermentation in the homebrew project, fire up the Mash‑Shift Drive for a journey back in time to Ancient Greece, throw some kindling on the fire with the first part of my interview with Dan and Eric from Campfire Brewing, and review The Black Spot from Tactical Brewing.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I celebrate my 100th episode of all things beer and review a big beer from Masthead Brewing in Cleveland, Ohio.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I warm things up in the homebrew project, fire up the Mash‑Shift Drive for a journey back in time to Ancient Egypt, see what’s brewing in the final part of my interview with Brit from Wyrd Sisters Brewing, and review Oceans of Time from 3Floyds Brewing.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I reveal the pillars of my craft beer journey, start up the mash in the homebrew project, dig a little deeper into beer with Brit from Wyrd Sisters Taphouse and Brewing, and review Very Big Moose from Fierce Beer.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I reveal the next homebrew project, fire up some new equipment for a journey back in time, get to know Brit from Wyrd Sisters Taphouse and Brewery, and review Hemel & Aarde from Brouwerij deMolen.

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I recap my visit to the Hawkeye State, get some more homebrew advice from David at Buckeye Brewcraft, take the final step in the homebrew project, review the homebrew project and maybe even enjoy a few holiday beers as well.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I will see how clean yeast can get, add some adjuncts in the homebrew project, wrap up with Diana and Jacob at Ten Wasp Brewing, and review Polka King of the Midwest from 903 Brewers.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I dive into lager yeast, get a quick tip from David at Buckeye Brewcraft, see what the yeast does in the homebrew project, talk about beer with Diana and Jacob from Ten Wasp Brewing, and review Jasmine Rice Lager from Two Toms Brewing in Ft Wayne, Indiana.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I take the next step in the homebrew project, go to the small town of Sumner, Iowa for insight into the rural vibes of the brewery scene, and review an interesting sour from Pulpit Rock Brewing.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I kick off the next homebrew project, pick the brain of my homebrewing expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, finish up my chat with Paul from Brewery Faisan, and review a cybernetic IPA.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I roll out the next homebrew project, head downriver to a French-inspired stop, and review a fresh take on an IPA variant.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I wrap up the homebrew project, get some wisdom from my expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, run out the clock with Evan and Dave from Roar Brewing, and review a Belgian-inspired IPA.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I embark on a little international ale trail adventure, check on the current homebrew project, head to Midtown Detroit for a beer or two, and review a Biere de Garde from the state of Ohio.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I pitch the yeast in the homebrew project, get some recommendations from my expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, talk beer with Eli from Stumblebum Beer Company, and review a pretentious take on a unique sour ale.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I turn to a German strain of yeast, turn things up the homebrew project, head to Metro Detroit to ride the rails with Eli Green, and review a fun take on a classic German style of beer.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I kick off the next homebrew project, get some reading recommendations from my expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, talk beer and brats with Brian and Kai, and review a tasty triple IPA.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I break down characters of yeast, share the idea around the next homebrew project, get the lowdown on beer and food from Brian & Kai down in central Florida, and review a refreshing regional wild ale.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I wrap up the latest homebrew project, get some insight into filling options from my expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, settle up with Andy & Amanda from Three Trees Brewing, and review the homebrew.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I move my homebrew to secondary, talk about a seasonal yeast variety, head to a unique crossroads in central Florida, and review my new summer crush.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I pitch the yeast and ferment the latest homebrew project, get some packaging advice from my expert at Buckeye Brewcraft, sail into the sunset with the guys from Chubby Mermaid and review a classic dopplebock.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I boil up the latest homebrew project, talk about a seasonal yeast variety, get coastal with the dynamic duo from Chubby Mermaid, and review a sense-saisonal beer.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, the content is a little lighter but no less interesting!  I mash in on the latest homebrew project, get some equipment upgrade advice from my expert David, shoot the moon one more time with Cody from 2Toms, and review a tasty barrel-aged rye beer.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I head to the Iron City, reveal the next homebrew project, check up on Cody at 2Toms Brewing, and review a NA beer.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I drink my veggies with a special guest, bottle up the homebrew project, learn more about Garden Path Fermentation, and review the homebrew.

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus! **SPECIAL EPISODE** - it was so much fun so this episode features a live and uncut segment of Tasting Notes with my beer pal, Mark!

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I explore the dark side of beer with a special guest, check on the fermentation in my homebrew project, walk along with Ron Extract from Garden Path Fermentation, and review a barrel-aged imperial stout from Juniper Brewing.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I get sour on yeast, ferment the homebrew, say goodbye to Steve Corbin from Feed Store Beer Company, and review a Flanders red variant of Duchesse de Bourgogne.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, it's time to go back to the ale trail for a rainy crawl, heat up the wort in my homebrew project, chat with Steve Corbin from Feed Store Beer Company, and review a complex coffee stout from Maine Beer Company.

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, it's time to dig deeper into the origin of another yeast strain, mash on in my homebrew project, find out what beer makes Robert Beezer tick, and review a beer from Toppling Goliath. **NEW MONTHLY SEGMENT** - Ask the Expert with David Young from Buckeye Brewcraft!

I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I kick off the 2025 ale trail with a Seattle beer fest review, lay out the next homebrew project, continue my western theme with Robert Beezer from Wyeast labs, and review an Imperial Oatmeal Stout from Fremont Brewing.

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I will channel my inner Belsnickel, finish my journey with Katrina and William from Married with Hops, and review Northern Border Porter from FBP Homebrew Project.

I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, it's time to examine another yeast strain, follow the fermentation in my homebrew project, take a trip with Katrina & William from Married With Hops and review a winter ale from Market Garden Brewery.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I channel my inner Friar Tuck, feed the yeast in my homebrew project, conclude my conversation with Jef from Loaded Dice Brewery and review a non-alcoholic option from Wisconsin Brewing Company.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I salute our veterans, turn up the heat on my homebrew project, hedge my bets with Jef from Loaded Dice Brewery and review a non-alcoholic option from Industrial Arts.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, we have a final session of summer beer school, I will flip the switch on the next homebrew project, finish up my interview with Nic from Charlie Foxtrot and review a barrel aged sour from Mothfire Brewing.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I teach another session of summer beer school, share the big reveal of the next homebrew project, take a trip to a veteran owned brewery, and review a classic Oktoberfest from Ayinger.

Hey everyone!  Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, summer beer school is still in session and the homebrew project wraps up with a final review.  I also share my experience with a great tool that I am using in my home brew sessions.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, summer beer school is still in session and the homebrew project bubbles on.  In a last minute twist, it's all about special guests this episode and a beer from Juniper Brewing located in Bowling Green, Ohio.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, summer beer school is still in session, the homebrew project bubbles on, I continue chatting with Em Sauter from Pints & Panels and quaff on a beer from Quaff On! in Nashville, Indiana.

Welcome to the Five Beer Plan - I’m Brian and this is the ongoing saga of an everyman’s ale trail.  In this episode, I continue with summer beer school, start hopping up the homebrew project, engage with Em Sauter from Pints & Panels and sip on a little bit of Belgian-y goodness from Chimay.

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!

Have you ever been digging around your beer fridge and discovered a can or bottle of something you had not remembered was there?  Well that’s what this special segment is all about!  Welcome to Beer Fridge Bonus!