Hop In, We're Drinking!
by Nick Rotruck and Joe Crockett
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Can of Goo or Craft? Why Most Homebrewers Give Up After One Bad…
Can of Goo or Craft? Why Most Homebrewers Give Up After One Bad…
About this podcast
Hop In, We're Drinking is a homebrewing podcast featuring interviews with award-winning homebrewers, professional brewers, and beer industry experts. Every episode shares a different story, including beer recipes/ingredients, brewing equipment, brewing styles, and much, much more.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 86 episodes
- Can of Goo or Craft? Why Most Homebrewers Give Up After One Bad Batch (And How to Avoid It); Episode 86 with Make Beer Easy · 55 minUnlock the secrets of homebrewing with Big Rob from Make Beer Easy! In this episode, Joe and Nick dive deep into the world of DIY beer making, where Big Rob shares his incredible…
- Why Your Beliefs About Craft Beer Are About to Change Forever; Episode 85 w/Tiny Dinosaur Brewing · 53 minUnlock the secrets of international home brewing with Carl from Tiny Dinosaur Brewing! In this captivating episode, we explore how Carl turned a chance discovery of tiny dinosaur…
- How a Fridge, a Keg, and New Zealand Hops Transformed One Home Brewer; Episode 84 w/Sharkey Rd Brewing · 51 minHome brewing gets a lot more fun when you stop treating it like a hobby and start treating it like a craft. Nick Sharkey of Sharkey Rd Brewing shares how a disastrous first…
- How a $25 Gift Accidentally Launched a Homebrewing Obsession; Episode 83 with Trose Brewing · 1 h 0 minThe beer world is changing, and behind every brewery or supplier closure are people and communities who care deeply about beer. In this episode, we sit down with Josh from Trose…
- How One Homebrewer Turned a College Hobby Into a BJCP Edge; Episode 2 re-release with Dim Brewing Co · 54 minBeer nerds, homebrewers, and anyone who loves a good side quest in a glass—this one’s for you. Nick and Joe sit down with Demetri from Dim Brewing for a loose, funny, and…
- Why Home Brewing Can Transform Your Relationship with Beer; Episode 82 with Tunes Brewing Company · 1 h 2 minJoin Nick and Joe as they welcome DJ from Tunes Brewing, diving deep into the world of home brewing and what it takes to transform from a novice to a confident brewer. DJ…
- From Bad Extract Beer to Professional Brewer Success; Episode 81 with Momias Brewing · 1 h 4 minImagine perfecting a homebrew only to serve it to friends who absolutely hate it. This episode dives into that fear and the resilience of brewers who refuse to give up. Nick and…
- How a Simple Home Brewing Kit Launched a 31-Year Passion; Episode 80 with Wheatie Jen from Vonderwell Craft Brewing · 51 minEver wondered what keeps a homebrewer passionate for over 30 years? In this episode, Joe speaks with the seasoned homebrewer Wheatie Jen from Vonderwell Craft Brewing, who shares…
- Why Brewing Became the Perfect Creative Outlet for a High Stress Tech Worker; Episode 79 with Hanging Hat Brewing · 1 h 9 minForget everything you thought you knew about home brewing! In this episode, Nick, Joe, and special guest Sam of Hanging Hat Brewing share captivating stories and insights that…
- Why Your Favorite Lager Might Be Missing This Essential Step; Episode 78 with Kingston Abbey Beer · 1 h 0 minAre you intimidated by the idea of decoction mashing? Join Nick and Joe as they break down the complexities of this brewing technique with special guest Philip from Kingston…
- Episode 77: Why Every Homebrewer Needs To Stop Trying To Make The "Perfect" Beer, A Discussion With David From Students Brewing · 56 minDiscover the compelling journey of homebrewing with David from Students Brewing as he shares the unique story behind his craft. This episode dives deep into the heart of brewing…
- Episode 76: Homebrew Clubs, Gatekeeping, and Why Community Still Matters; Homebrew Happy Hour #3 · 1 h 23 minWhat if the fastest way to better beer is to stop overcomplicating it? In this roundtable, Nick, Joe, Ben from Reanimation Brewing, Adam from One Floor Below Brewing, and Josh…
- Episode 75: Why Women Helped Build Beer, and Why the Industry Forgot featuring Jackie Estaseca · 55 minJoin us as we chat with Jackie Estaseca about her journey in beer, homebrewing, and her efforts to promote women in the craft beer industry. Discover her favorite styles…
- Episode 74: Building the Perfect Homebrew Brewery with Field Hammer Brewing · 1 h 8 minIn this episode of Hop In, We’re Drinking, Nick and Joe sit down with Chris from Field Hammer Brewing for a deep dive into the craft, science, and community behind homebrewing…
- Episode 73: Home Brewing Insights with Alex from Bewildered Brewing · 48 minIn this episode, Alex shares his journey into home brewing, the equipment he uses, lessons learned from brewing failures, and his thoughts on current beer trends. Whether you're…
- Episode 72: Two Figs Brewing Co. · 48 minThis week we talked with Chris from Two Figs Brewing Co about all things homebrewing! Learn about his journey, the amount of support he receives, and his favorite parts of the…
- Episode 71: Talking Beer Trends and Insights with Shan Ferments · 47 minIn this episode, Shan Ferments shares her journey into the beer industry, insights on craft beer trends, hop research, and her experiences at major beer festivals. Discover how…
- Episode 70: Homebrew Talk with Bill from Creekside Brewing · 1 h 1 minJoin us this week as we speak with Bill from Creekside Brewing about all things homebrew, his brewing processes, and his beer preferences and.......BLACK IPA!!!!
- Episode 69: Homebrewing in Hungary, talking with Hoppy Homebrewer (Mark) · 41 minJoin us as we chat with Mark ,aka Hoppy Homebrewer, from Hungary about his homebrewing journey, the craft beer scene in Hungary, and innovative brewing techniques. Discover how…
- Episode 68: Talking Beer and Adjuncts with Nic Bortolin from Amoretti · 56 minJoin us as we explore the world of brewing with Nic Bortolin from Amoretti, discussing ingredients, flavor innovations, and advice for home brewers and professionals alike…







