Producer Special 7: Provincial Series - Manitoba

Welcome to our second edition of our Provincial Series Producer’s Special episode featuring long time friend of the podcast, Trevor Wilhelm! Trevor, a friend of Brett, Tyler and our Producer, who may also consider himself a Craft Beer Connoisseur, was able to obtain some beer from Trans Canada Brewing in Winnipeg, Manitoba! Trevor who was born and currently resides in Ontario, spent a couple years in Winnipeg, Manitoba where he worked the COVID-19 front lines as a Respiratory Therapist! We thank Trevor for his continued hard work during this pandemic and also for the beers he supplied for today’s Producer Special! 
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The Brotherhood of Beer: Blood Brothers Brewing

Episode 15, we review Blood Brothers Brewing (https://www.bloodbrothersbrewing.com)​ located in the “Warehouse District” of Toronto, Ontario. 
We are joined by Producer Nate to review 2 beers, the first is The Inner Eye, a  Pale Ale . The second is Bear Worship – Peach & Nectarine. We also discuss how much beer they make along with how they can’t even keep up with the demand. 
Finally, we discuss our thoughts on the Toronto Blue Jays for their upcoming 2021 season.
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Producer Special 6: Provincial Series - Saskatchewan

Introducing our first Provincial Series Producer’s Special episode thanks to loyal listener Greg (Instagram: the_ipaguy) out of Regina, Saskatchewan! Greg provided the boys a secret pack of different beers from his favourite local craft brewery in Saskatchewan to be opened and sampled on air! A couple more Provincial Series episodes have been locked in, but if you are interested in having any of your local breweries featured on the podcast please reach out.
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Pitch(er) Perfect: Counterpoint Brewing Co.

Episode 14, we review Counterpoint Brewing Co. (https://www.counterpointbrewing.ca/) located in Kitchener, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Carter to review 2 beers, the first is “Bon (H)Iver” which is a Cran-Orange Wheat. The second  is “Everlasting Love” a Hazy IPA. We also discuss the strong musical influence in the brewery, the property, and the beers.
Finally, we discuss our musical interests!
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Show Corrections:
Indigenous Brew Day charity was noted in the episode and it has changed since recording. The charity that Counterpoint is supporting is Native Women's Resource Centre (http://nwrct.ca) and specifically supporting Celebration Sisters.

Your Dreams Are on the Other Side: Grain & Grit

Episode 12, we review Grain & Grit Beer Co. (https://www.grainandgritbeer.com), a small batch brewery located in Hamilton, On
We are joined by Producer Devon to review 2 beers, the first is Double Palms a Double IPA and the second is Night Owl – “A Sour Cherry Stout”. We also discuss how the brewery came to be & their mission to be a community brewery.
Finally, we discuss our favourite foods. What do we like to cook? What are our favourite take out options?
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Producer Special 3: Is This Even Beer?

Producer’s Special – Episode 3 thanks to Producer Jason’s keen eye, we were lucky enough to get our hands on a 4 pack of Reverence Barrel Works Slrrp! Green! We also dive into what the hype is all about with regards to Reverence Barrel Works Slrrp! Series, and debate whether or not we believe this should even be listed as a beer! 
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Beer By, Beer For: People’s Pint

Episode 11, we review People’s Pint Brewing Company in Toronto, Ontario (https://peoplespint.com/), a small batch brewery focused on brewing for the people.
We are joined by Producer Jason to review 2 beers, the first is Mango Fett,” a NEIPA with Lactose, and the second is a new release Scotish Export Ale called “Tam O’Shanter”. We also discuss the brewery itself, Maris the Cat, and their support local, brew for the people, values. 
Finally, we put forward our predictions on the Superbowl and answer a handful of “Would You Rather” questions.
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Producer Special 2: Proper Glassware

Producer’s Special - Episode 2 we dive into Chris’ fascination regarding proper glassware! Ever wonder why certain styles of beer are served in a specific type of glass? There may be more behind it than what meets the eye! Follow along as Chris guides us through some common beer glassware and provides the appropriate beer styles each best complement. 
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Everyone Needs A Hug: Market Brewing

Episode 10 (!!), we review Market Brewing in Newmarket, Ontario (https://marketbrewingco.com), a brewery that Chris is claiming as his home-town brewery.
We are joined by producer Stan to review 2 beers, the first is “Roam” a Hazy IPA, and the second is “Acey Said 10%” an Imperial Stout. We also discuss the brewery itself, Chris’ visit to the brewery, and their support local, community focused mentality. 
Finally, we discuss our most quotable movies and our favourite quotes from those movies.
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Producer Special 1: Remember the Good Times

Welcome to the first edition to our biweekly Producer’s Special episodes released on the off weeks of our regularly scheduled podcast!
In the first Producer’s Special, we circle back to Cowbell Brewing in Blyth, ON (cowbellbrewing.com) and try their 2020 Almanac Series Belgian Quad. We give our reviews of the beer while discussing the unique Almanac and Reunion series line of beers at Cowbell Brewing.
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