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Episode 191: Bonita Brew Fest 2025

Florida Beer Podcast, powered by the Florida Beer Blog

Release Date: 06/04/2025

Episode 206: Retro Chill at 3 Daughters Brewing

Florida Beer Podcast, powered by the Florida Beer Blog

The RTD, or Ready To Drink craft cocktail, has taken the craft beverage world by storm recently. These ready mixed cocktails are a perfect compliment to any occasion and give consumers that aren't necessarily interested in beer a different avenue to try. One brewery in Florida, our friends at St Pete's 3 Daughters Brewing, has been embracing the RTD phenomenon for years, putting substantial thought behind their line of Retro Chill RTD beverages. These inspired cocktails, of which there are now four, are available statewide in a variety of locations. We sat down with Corey Auger,...

Episode 205: Ulele, Part 2

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We are back with Part 2 of our interview at Ulele. Join us as we speak to Tim Shackton, Head Brewer and Jeff Houck, VP of Marketing for 1905 Family of Restaurants as we discuss the massive hit Ulele has been for the Riverwalk and Tampa in general. We will even discuss their future expansion plans to handle being one of Tampa's most sought-after tables. Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on Instagram, Threads, X, and Bluesky, @FLBeerBlog on Facebook, and visit us on the web at FloridaBeerBlog.com and FloridaBeerPodcast.com. Please subscribe, like us, and give us a healthy 5-star...

Episode 204: Ulele, Part 1

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In 1903, a water pumping station was opened along the banks of the Hillsborough River in Tampa to supply fresh water to the growing Ybor City and residents beyond. After falling into disrepair for many years, it was purchased and heavily renovated by the 1905 Family of Restaurants to become Ulele, a destination offering pre-Columbian Florida-inspired cuisine and a rotation of local-inspired beers. In that time, Ulele has grown into a crown jewel and beloved destination along Tampa's much-visited Riverwalk. The beers, which you can enjoy along the 2.6-mile riverwalk, are the brainchild of...

Episode 203: Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Part 2

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In Part 2 of our interview we sit down with Dan Rogers at Frazier Creek to chat about beer styles and how popularity comes and goes with different styles, how supply chains and supplies are changing in the industry, and the continued popularity of brown water. Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on Instagram, Threads, YouTube and TikTok, @FLBeerBlog on Facebook, and visit us on the web at FloridaBeerBlog.com and FloridaBeerPodcast.com. Please subscribe, like us, and give us a healthy 5-star review, every little bit helps! The Florida Beer Podcast is a proud member of the Florida...

Episode 202: Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Part 1

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In 2025, USA Today released its newest list of Top 10s in the nation. These top 10 lists are voted on by a readers poll, based on a variety of different businesses, locales, and factors. Firmly in the Top 10 for New Breweries is Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Co., found in Stuart, Fl. It's a massive space with multiple rooms, a wide variety of beverages, a dance floor, and plenty of weekday and weekend activities to keep you occupied. All of the beers and spirits you consume there are the brainchild of one man, Brewmaster and Head Distiller Dan Rogers. In Part 1 of our...

Episode 201: Brewing in Orlando with Ivanhoe Park Brewing

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Since May 2017, Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. has been making beers in the city they readily and openly celebrate--Orlando. In that time, they've grown their regional footprint and their brewing space with the opening of the Ivanhoe Park Lager House last year, located close to Camping World Stadium. All of that is headed up by Co-founder Glenn Closson. We spoke to Glenn about leaving Southern CA to brew in Orlando, supporting and being supported by Ivanhoe Village and OBT Next, and how you can own your own special part of the business. Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on...

Episode 200: Celebrating at Celebration Brewing

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We made it to Episode 200! And to celebrate, we will be in Celebration, FL. at Celebration Brewing! This full service brewery and restaurant concept is situated cleanly in the center of Celebration Pointe, a massive new shopping and dining complex at the end of World Drive. We recently sat down with founder Frank Lozito and Head Brewer Kent Waugh about the opening of the brewery just over a year ago, catering to tourists vs. locals, being the only brewery in Osceola County, and the Central Florida craft beer scene as a whole. Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on Instagram, Threads, X,...

Episode 199: Leaven Brewing Part 2

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We are back with Part 2 of our interview with Jillian Lynch, co-owner and co-founder at Leaven Brewing in Riverview, FL. On today's episode, we chat about Jillian's inventive Social Media channel, their incredibly far-reaching and active Mug Club, and a sneak preview of their upcoming tap room in downtown Plant City. Listen in... Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on Instagram, Threads, X, and Bluesky, @FLBeerBlog on Facebook, and visit us on the web at FloridaBeerBlog.com and FloridaBeerPodcast.com. Please subscribe, like us, and give us a healthy 5-star review, every little bit...

Episode 198: Leaven Brewing Part 1

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Deep in the wilds of Riverview is Leaven Brewing. This stalwart of the Tampa Bay craft beer scene has been serving up an amazing array of craft beers and a sense of community that goes far beyond the taps. We spoke to Leaven Brewing co-founder Jillian Lynch who, along with her husband, KJ, opened Leaven Brewing in 2018. Today, we'll talk about their shared time in Ft. Myers and the SWFL craft beer scene, deciding to open a brewery in Riverview, and the joys of construction. Listen in... Find us on Social Media @FloridaBeerBlog on Instagram, Threads, X, and Bluesky, @FLBeerBlog on...

Episode 197: An Investment Opportunity, Plus Meet Our New Sponsor!

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On today's show, we start in Tallahassee, where much lauded brewery (and distillery and coffee roaster) Ology Brewing has just launched a way for fans and business-savvy individuals to invest in the future growth of this business. We spoke to Ology COO and co-founder David Arendt about preparing a busienss to go public with investment opportunities, the future plans for Ology Brewing, and more. From there, we chat with New Beginning Micro, who has been restoring the scalps of Tampa residents with Micro Pigmentation for years. We spoke to owner and master barber Steve Rivera to learn more...

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Bonita Springs isn't quite as sleepy as it used to be. It's also cultivating a small but mighty beer scene, helped out by yearly events like the Bonita Brew Fest.

This year's event took place at Riverside Park, right in downtown Bonita Springs and pretty close to my favorite Everglades Wonder Gardens. It's also sponsored by the Southwest Florida Brew Crafters, and we start today's episode speaking to John Newman, president of the Brew Crafters to learn more about the organization, the event, and the SWFL beer scene in general.

From there, we will also be chatting with the CEO of the newly-opened Swamp Cat Brewing, Chris Gutirrez, Bill Vaughn and his new Kaleidoscope Brewing, Coastal Dayz Brewing owner Alex Tatko, Point Ybel Brewing owner Jordan Weisberg, and Scotty's Bierwerks Head Brewer Max Maldorf. It was quite the busy day! Listen in...

Host & Editor: David Butler of the Florida Beer Blog

Executive Producer: Jaime (“Jemmy”) Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer

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Guest: John Newman, Southwest Florida Brew Crafters

Guest: Chris Gutierrez, Swamp Cat Brewing

Guest: Bill Vaughn, Kaleidoscope Brewing

Guest: Alex Tatko, Coastal Dayz

Guest: Jordan Weisberg, Point Ybel Brewing

Guest: Max Maldorf, Scotty's Bierwerks

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