S5E198: Vibe Wrangler Johann Warnholtz
Arizona Beer Frontier
Ever wondered what it really takes to pull off a massive festival or turn a taproom parking lot into an unforgettable community block party? On this episode of Arizona Beer Frontier, guest Johann Warnholtz of Exceptional Vibe dives into the unfiltered reality of event planning, marketing grit, vendor hospitality, and how local food and craft beverage creators can turn a one-day crowd into lifelong loyal regulars. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres,...
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S5E197: Fuzzbot - Abide the Craft
Arizona Beer Frontier
What does it really take to build a craft beer brand from scratch without owning a single piece of brewing equipment? In this episode of the Arizona Beer Frontier, host Andrew Bauman sits down with Scott Searles, founder of Fuzzbot Brewing, to explore the wild world of contract brewing and brand building. From his origins as a retail buyer and sales representative to launching a brick-and-mortar taproom and landing key distribution deals, Scott shares candid insights on navigating the industry's toughest hurdles. Tune in for a dive into iconic logo origins, local artist collaborations, the...
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S5E196: August 3 Fundraiser for Venezuelan Earthquake Relief
Arizona Beer Frontier
When disaster strikes halfway across the globe, the craft beer community steps up to answer the call . Join host Andrew at Phantom Fox Beer Company in Mesa as he sits down with Mark Sullivan, Brand Manager for Craft & Specialty Imports at Crescent Crown Distributing . Mark shares his deeply personal connection to Venezuela and discusses the catastrophic earthquakes that have left hundreds of thousands in dire need of emergency supplies, clean water, and relief . Tune in to learn how local breweries, distributors, and food vendors are coming together for the Venezuela Fuerté charity...
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S5E195: Foam Is Future Beer - Craft Culture Draft Solutions
Arizona Beer Frontier
What do 3,000-pound draft towers, cardboard-tasting beer, and the sacred rule to "Leave the Regulator Alone!" have in common ? In this episode, Andrew sits down with Scott Hanback and Josh Burdan of Craft Culture Draft Solutions live at the Arizona Society of Homebrewers clubhouse in Tempe to pull back the curtain on the art, science, and math of the perfect pour . From the bartending horrors of line-cleaning "pink slime" to the mind-blowing engineering required for pouring 64 ounces in 10 seconds flat, Scott and Josh break down why 95% keg yields are achievable—if you keep air compressors...
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S5E194: ASH and the Changing Face of Homebrewing
Arizona Beer Frontier
In this episode, the gang hangs out at the Arizona Society of Homebrewers (ASH) clubhouse in Tempe right before a monthly meeting. From sharing laughs about chaotic club history to discussing the evolution of fermentation—including rice wine, mead, cask-conditioned ales, and non-alcoholic brews—this casual chat dives into what truly makes a homebrew community thrive. Tune in to hear stories from veteran members, club growth over the decades, and how ASH strives to continue to build a welcoming space for craft beverage lovers of all backgrounds! This is the first part of a continuing...
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S5E193: John Allen - Mile High Beer Project
Arizona Beer Frontier
What happens when a seasoned healthcare professional with over a decade of brewing experience decides to revive a historic craft beer space? Tune in as we sit down inside Prescott's freshly opened Mile High Beer Project to discuss the trials, triumphs, and technical snags of launching a new three-barrel system . From dialing in tricky glycol setups for a crisp, lager-like American blond ale to a whirlwind collaboration with local legends, this episode dives deep into the community-driven, collaborative heartbeat of Arizona's high-country brewing scene . Whether you are a fan of traditional...
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S5E192: Cinquième saison (Season 5)
Arizona Beer Frontier
After an unintentional summer break, the boys are back to kick off the fifth season of the show! Grab a cold drink as they recap a packed few weeks, tracking a journey through the newly independent Homebrew Con in Asheville, navigating some unexpected mountain weather, and exploring unique wood-aged beer profiles. They dive straight into the evolving landscape of craft beer demographics, the logistics of major festivals, and the technical innovations shaping the rise of high-quality non-alcoholic options. Plus, don't miss a lively breakdown of the subtle red flags that mean it's time to cash...
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S4E191: Inside Arizona Brewing: On the Road with Jason Helart and Danny Gutierrez
Arizona Beer Frontier
Step back into the studio with Rob Fullmer and Andrew Bauman as they test out some shiny new video equipment and dive into the evolving landscape of the homebrewing community. In this jam-packed episode, Andrew hits the road for an exclusive inside look at two major Arizona craft breweries in Mojave County. First, he tours the massive new 10,000-square-foot expansion at College Street Brewing Company in Lake Havasu City with Jason Helart, exploring their fully automated 60-barrel system, custom water-canning operations, and state-of-the-art vacuum distillation setup. Then, the journey...
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S4E190: Kerry Hovig - Grand Canyon Brewing & Distilling
Arizona Beer Frontier
What happens when you mix a self-proclaimed brewing purist, an indigenous wild hop named after Frank Zappa, and a 330-gallon tote of actual mineral-rich hot springs water ? Find out in this episode as Andrew sits down with Kerry Hovig at Grand Canyon Brewing Co.'s Kingman brewhouse . From Kerry’s accidental start in brewing while stationed in Germany in the late 1970s to the heartbreaking local history behind their best-selling "11 Alarm" blond ale, this conversation dives deep into the art of letting natural ingredients do the talking . Plus, get a firsthand look at a legendary traveling...
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S4E189: The Gang Goes to CBC-PHL
Arizona Beer Frontier
What happens when two craft beer veterans escape their daily routines and descend upon Philadelphia for the Craft Brewers Conference? You get a whirlwind chronicle of aggressive itineraries, midnight food quests, and inside-baseball industry truths. Fresh off a massive international trip, Rob recounts flying into the city incognito, embracing a chaotic sleep cycle, and hunting down the absolute best dive bars Philly has to offer. Meanwhile, Andrew breaks down the travel logistical nightmares that left him locked out of critical meetings before arriving at a downsized conference that proved to...
info_outlineThis episode of the Arizona Beer Frontier captures a casual yet deep-diving conversation between long-time collaborators and craft beer advocates Andrew Bauman and Rob Fullmer, the hosts of the show. Recording from The Shop Beer Co. on a sunny but chilly day in Tempe, the duo explores the resilience of the craft beer market, the logistical nightmares of winter weather for some of their Guild collegues, and a heartfelt look back at a 2015 weddings ceremony performed at the Arizona Strong Beer Festival.
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We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres and they graciously agreed. We hope you like it as much as the original. wetigersukesongs can be found here! https://www.youtube.com/user/wetigersukesongs
No goods or services were exchanged for this podcast, as always.
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Winter Woes: A significant "ouch" for the industry was the cancellation of the Ohio brewers' conference due to freezing temperatures and road emergencies in Columbus
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Production Pressures: The duo discusses the challenges of moving a large brewery, specifically referencing Arizona Wilderness and the production downtime that led them to serve Sierra Nevada Celebration as a temporary guest tap .
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Market Trends: A debate ensues over "commodity" beer versus craft . They touch on the decline of flagship beers like Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and the rise of the Hazy Little Thing as a response to competitive markets .
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Beer Week & Advocacy: With Arizona Beer Week approaching, they emphasize the importance of physically visiting breweries rather than just waiting for beer releases . They also touch on potential legislative threats, such as anti-marijuana referendums and size regulations on beer cans .
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A "Love Fest" at Strong Beer: The highlight of the episode is the announcement of a vow renewal event at the Arizona Strong Beer Festival on February 14th (Valentine's Day) . They reminisce about the 2015 festival where Eric and Jessica Hasty were married in a full ceremony officiated by Chuck Noll .
Mentioned on the show:Geographic Locations, Regions, and Countries
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Arizona, California, Colorado City, Columbus, Florida, Hawaii, Midwest, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, New Zealand, Ohio, Oregon, Tucson, Williams, Wisconsin
Breweries, Cideries, and Bars
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8-Bit Aleworks, Arizona Society of Homebrewers (ASH), Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co., Bell's Brewery, Grand Avenue Brewing Company, Lumberyard Brewing Co., Mountain Top Tap Room, North Mountain Brewing Company, Richter Brewing, Santan Brewing Company, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., The Shop Beer Co.
People
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Andrew Bauman, Brad Miles, Chuck (Noll), Dale, Eric Hasty, Eric Walters, Jessica Hasty, Kyle, Lisa Morrison, Matt James, Rob Fullmer, Zane Lambert
Organizations, Events, and Specific Products
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Arizona Beer Week, Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, Arizona Strong Beer Festival, ASH Happy Hour, Black IPA, Celebration Fresh Hop IPA, Graffiti (Gräff), Hazy Little Thing, Hopslam, Moon Juice, Nectaron, Nexus Conference, Pale Ale, Patreon, Six Sigma, Two Hearted Ale
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