The Craft Beer Connoisseurs Podcast

#WeWantBeer: Junction Craft Brewery

Season 2 - Episode 21, we review Junction Craft Brewery out of Toronto. 
We are joined by Producer Bennett to review 2 beers. The first is their Craft Pilsner and the 2nd is the Krispy Lite Lager. We also dive into their new business model and portfolio which includes a recent purchase/merger of another Toronto brewery. 
Then, we discuss our plans for the summer ahead!
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Producer Special S.2 E 20 – Beer Education: Malts

Producer’s Special – S.2 E.20 – More Beer Education - Malts 
Producer Chuck is a big fan of malts so listen in as we explain the malting process that goes into the creation of each & every tasty beverage along with letting you know many known malt providers throughout Canada
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Here’s to the Club: Walkerville Brewery

Season 2 - Episode 20, we review Walkerville Brewery in Windsor, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Chuck to review 2 beers. The first is Pin High Pils which is a pilsner. The second is their Irish Red Ale. We also discuss the brewery’s storied history and the exciting things they have planned for the future.
Then, we share some post-secondary school memories.
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Producer Special S.2 E 19 – Kyiv Not Kiev

In late February, a global fundraising initiative was created by Pravda Beer Theatre, a brewery located in Lviv, Ukraine where the proceeds from this collaborative beer recipe helped support the Ukrainian humanitarian efforts in the war against Russia.
Producer Parker purchased some of Broken Rail Brewery’s version of this beer which was brewed in collaboration with Upper Thames Brewing Company, a brewery featured on the podcast in Season 2 Episode 4.
This beer which was originally released starting March 29th was sold in cans, draft and growler fills at Broken Rail Brewery but was also made available at the Upper Thames Brewery and the Brickhouse Brew Pub in Woodstock (where it is still available on tap as of the release of this episode).
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Beer without Boundaries: Spearhead Brewing Company

Season 2- Episode 19, we review Spearhead Brewing in Kingston, Ontario.
We are joined by producer Parker and review 2 beers: Hawaiian Pale Ale and Lighter Lager. We also have a discussion about their beginnings in the contract brewing scene and how they got to where they are today.
Then, we discuss Tyler’s favourite thing: Tyler (as this is the last main episode before Tyler gets married, we discuss our favourite stories of the groom to be).
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Producer Special S.2 E 18 – Let the Fun Be GIN

Producer’s Special – S.2 E.18 – Let the Fun Be GIN
Thanks to the staff at Brock Street Brewing who not only provided the beers on last week’s episode but also graciously sent some of their Raspberry Lemon Vodka soda and their Contemporary Gin for us to try. As a result, Producer Dakota decided this was the opportune time for the Connoisseurs to dabble in a mixology competition, bringing our best gin based cocktail to the episode. Take a listen and decide for yourself which Connoisseur you’d rather have behind the bar!
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Down on the Corner: Brock St Brewing

Season 2 - Episode 18, we review the most refreshing street in Canada, Brock St. Brewing in Whitby, Ontario
We are joined by producer Dakota and review 2 beers. First off, Bourbon Barrel Aged Sour and then Light Lime Lager. We also have a discussion about their beginnings and their location; in an old fire hall in downtown Whitby.
Then, we do some this or that style questions.
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Producer Special S.2 E 17 – Presents from Penguins

Producer’s Special – S.2 E.17 – Presents from Penguins   
Beer mail! Thanks to another avid listener of the podcast, Michelle Canning-Choi, the connoisseurs received another special beer to unwrap on air. 
*Spoiler alert! The generous delivery ended up being the 5th collaboration between Henderson Brewing Company and the Society of Beer Drinking Ladies, a Hibiscus Pale Ale. 
This society in which Michelle volunteers and widely supports aims to bring women working in the craft beer industry and other beer-loving ladies together by hosting events where individuals can meet, chat, trade beers, connect and make new friends while also raising funds for the Canadian Women’s Foundation. 
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Organic Roots: London Brewing Co-Op

Season 2 - Episode 17, we review The London Brewing Co-Op in London, Ontario.
We are joined by Producer Ricardo to review 2 beers. The first is the London Organic Lager which is a helles lager. The second is the Organic Hazy IPA. We also discuss their mission and how they use local ingredients but still meet the tastes of the everyday drinker.
Then, we discuss organics and the co-operative business model.
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Producer Special S.2 E 16 – Sharing is Caring

Producer’s Special – S.2 E.16 – Sharing is Caring!   
The Connoisseurs are once again joined by friend of the podcast Trevor Wilhelm who’s voice you may recognize from Producer Special Season 1 Episode 7. 
This episode was a spin off of the Christmas game “Secret Six Pack.” 
An important lesson regarding keeping your beer cold and drinking fresh was also emphasized during this week’s episode. 
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