The Brew Happy Show

The Brew Happy Show is a weekly show about beer. Hosted by Damian DeBuiser and his happy crew as they interview brewers, beer fans, pub owners, and entrepreneurs, that all come together because of their love of beer. The show is fun, educational, and above all pro-beer. Music pairings, Cigar pairings, Food pairings, and many other things that go great with beer. Now all they need is you! In the United States, you must be over 21 years old to fully enjoy the fruits of the beer lover's labor. Enjoy and Listen Responsibly.

Imperial Bottleshop 02/16/2021

Imperial Bottleshop This week Imperial Bottleshop and Taproom's owner Alex Kurnellas tells us about the lengths he's gone to keep his 2 locations alive. It takes a lot more than just diversity, and hard work to keep his community coming through the door. John brings Damian delivers the last of the Patreon gifts, Ryan talks Tom Brady memes, and John brings more from the Scotch Malt Whiskey Society. Matchless, Belgians, and Peat Fire, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17963099

Leikam Brewing 02/06/2021

Leikam Brewing This week for our Small Business Spotlight segment we revisit Leikam Brewing. Sonia-Marie and Theo have weathered the storm and still have plans to expand, and we can't wait to share how they did it! John is happy daydreaming, Ryan is confused by a sour stout, and Damian hits up Migration Brewing in Gresham. Pulled pork, exceptional stouts, and rare sherry casked spirits, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17893310

Homebrew Update 01/25/2021

Homebrew Update Check out these latest in homebrewing with returning guest Mark Gillette from the Portland Brewers Collective (PBC) and veteran of F.H. Steinbart Co., the oldest homebrew supply store in the U.S. Hear about the grains, the hops, and the yeast that will make your latest quarantine concoction quenchable. John brings another rare gift from Whiskey Tribe, Ryan paces us with his latest front door find, and Damian sends a special surprise to our Patreon subscribers, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17703932

The Warren Report 01/24/2021

The Warren Report Another Warren Report to bring in a new season of beer releases, and innovations to the industry, with Warren Wills from Craft Beer Scribe. John reviews another Peat Week selection, Ryan snorts with excitement over an ESB, Damian gets excited about new beer stops emerging. Multiple Matryoshkas, Cheesecake beers, Open-air seating in Vancouver, and weathering the storm for beer, on this week's episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17664101

Portland Winds up 01/13/2021

Portland Winds up Some new and interesting things are percolating in Portland. Things are slowly waking up and we know where to go! Ryan intersperses different things, Damian brings Ryan's potatoes from John, and John enlightens us on the world of Sherry (...and Ice Cream?). Peat Week, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Holiday Candy Cane beers, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17544806

Brew it Forward 01/05/2021

Brew it Forward A New Year means a new season and new segment called "Brew it Forward". Our chain of gratitude begins with our very own Ben Edmunds from local sensation Breakside Brewery. Ryan gets excited about his collection of calendar releases, John looks forward to dark seasonals and red ales, and Damian launches a new segment with an old friend. So begins this chain of gratitude, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17468717

Ep. 399 - End of Year Round up 12/29/2020

Ep. 399 - End of Year Round up Well 2020 is done. Celebrating, with John, Bronwyn, and a remote Ryan, with more beverages than we can handle seemed a good a way as any to send off this year. Christmas gifts revealed, as well as the new format for the coming year. Brew it forward, into the New Year, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17395670

Christmas with JP 12/23/2020

Christmas with JP Christmas beverage challenge this week. Umami Scotch from a butt. John finds a Cindercone successor in Sure Man, Ryan can't make the show, and Damian reveals a sneak peek at an old friend on the other coast. Just add water for holiday cheer, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17329091

Closer to Christmas 12/15/2020

Closer to Christmas Every year the holidays come around and we get a little excited about the seasonal brews. We talk future plans and positive thinking, and the whiskey movement, coast to coast. Damian paces himself on the dark beer and liquor, John finally cracks the 2017 Bourban County, Bronwyn gets "schticky", and Ryan has potato candy named after himself. This year ESBs, CDAs, other dark favorites, and new born babies, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17214479

Bozeman, Birthdays, and Beer Bonds 12/08/2020

Bozeman, Birthdays, and Beer Bonds Moving towards the next holiday at Backpedal Brewery and Lounge. With brewer (and birthday boy) Darren Provenzano from fledgling Fracture Brewing, and newcomer Bryson King, Operations Manager at Culmination Brewing, and Owner Tomas Sluiter. John brings a flight of whiskey, Ryan ruminates in his craft room with rum, Bronwyn is back, and Damian prepares to change up the show again. Backstories, Brewery Bonds, Bozeman boasts, and "zoomies" on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17123075

Ep. 395 - Canacopia 12/01/2020

Ep. 395 - Canacopia Our residence of "ghost" taproom Ross Island Brewing continues as our recording hot spot, while we prep for Christmas, talk turkey about our Thanksgiving feasts, drink some strange brews, and edge towards reopenings. Ryan patches in from quarantine, John gets excited about peat again, and Damian finds a beer he doesn't like. Brew News, Crafts, Publican dreams, infusions, and new recipes, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/17030627

Ep. 394 - Quarantine Returns 11/24/2020

Ep. 394 - Quarantine Returns With the lockdown back in effect here in Portland, there aren't many places left to do a beer podcast from. Shuttered Ross Island Brewing seemed an appropriate spot for John and Damian to review some of their latest brew finds. Including a new whisky pick from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Ryan calls in from quarantine, John tries a New Jersey beer, Damian does last call on a recently reviewed pickle beer. Some different fun, for a different feel, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16948310

Grains of Wrath PDX 11/17/2020

Grains of Wrath PDX Returning guest, Michael Hunsaker has definitely had our attention. His long journey from East to the West will work up your thirst, but don't worry their newest location will yield more beer, to help your holiday cheer. Damian shakes off a somber stretch on the opposite coast with some of his favorite beer styles, Ryan learns to rock a bit harder, and Mike attenuates a new deck. Focused distribution straddles two sides of the Columbia River, this week, on Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16853912

Trap Door 11/11/2020

Trap Door At Trap Door Brewing the crew met with head brewer, Kyle Larsen, formerly of Double Mountain and Siren in the UK.owner, and founder, Brian Shull. From solar origins, lineage to Great Western Malting, to other roots of his generational beer community. Michael Perozzo returns to chat about the events and releases. John and Ryan lap a literary drink, and try getting pickled again! Hard seltzer, Nut Tree beers, Pearl Jam, the Rolling Stones, and the rise of dark beers, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16853060

Warren Returns 11/03/2020

Warren Returns In Vancouver at Ben's Bottleshop, the crew gets together with Warren Wills the Craft Beer Scribe to talk shop. Warren reminisces his summer travels, John tells us what he thinks of Stifler's Mom, Ryan gets Cider Happy. Kviek beers, German beers, Polish beers, sherry, and even Pickle Rick beers on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16765592

Ep. - Coin Toss Brewing 10/20/2020

Ep. - Coin Toss Brewing History is sometimes made with a coin toss. At least that's what Tim Hohl at Coin Toss Brewing will tell you. He and his taproom manager Melissa Meinz have been hard at work on making more room for patrons as the new season unfolds. Damian desires a a new berry in his beer, John discovers the last of the fresh hop beers, Bronwyn is plum delighted to return to the show. New windows, innovations, and more for beer on this episode of Brew Happy. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16486760

More Sake with Friends 10/13/2020

More Sake with Friends Jake Lien from Momokawa is back with more sake and Darren Provenzano has some mid-west sake to share. Last visit we focused more on pairings, so this time we learn more about etiquette, culture, and different styles and schools of thought. Ryan rocks out to some new jams, John brings Pickle Rick, Tomas beat boxes, and Damian learns more about the afterlife. Good questions, better backstory, and breaking down stigmas, on this episode of Brew Happy. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16395242

Ep. 388 - North Bank Beer Week 10/06/2020

Ep. 388 - North Bank Beer Week What other place to better celebrate North Bank Beer Week, than Ben's Bottleshop? The Vancouver beer scene has been stepping up over the years to rival Portland, and it shows. We have quite the array of fresh-hopped beers and some other tasty treats. Damian doesn't chug, Ryan dresses everyone alike, and John brings up the rear with handcrafted Swedish spirits. Birthday boys ahead, and plenty of praises for new hoppy beers, on this episode of Brew Happy. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16301591

Ep. 387 - Fresh Hop 09/29/2020

Ep. 387 - Fresh Hop Tomas Sluiter talks about his new heated patio space being installed, and Darren Provenzano returns with Sante Adarius Rustic Ales from his Californian cellar. Ryan learns about Teitons, Damian brings fresh hopped beers from Untapped Beer House, and Bronwyn sets out to make the patio space green for Culmination Brewing. The freshest of hops, rare gifts shared, and sexy trees, on this episode of Brew Happy. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16208714

Montana Beer 09/23/2020

Montana Beer After a smokey week in Portland half the crew escapes across the Rocky Mountains to find beer in another region of the States. Our favorite couple can't stop gushing about her Montana trip and the tasty beer they had. Ryan brings his passion for cider, John throws down with espresso to the fourth power, Damian learns what a tamarack is, and Bronwyn get into fresh hopped beers. Puppies, gifts, and new Patreon members, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16123490

John Paul's Smokin' Birthday 09/15/2020

John Paul's Smokin' Birthday This week at Brew Happy Headquarters, the crew gets together to hide from the wild fire smoke and drink some fresh hopped beers. John Paul is no slouch when it comes to Hop Season, and this year is no different, he even brought the Brew Happy Mystery Hops from his garden. Ryan shares a dark aged treat from Golden Valley, Damian has a guest appearance on the Fat Josh show, and John celebrates another youthful holiday. Birthdays, fresh hops, and iconic glassware, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/16015358

Hot Sauce and Stories from Vietnam 09/09/2020

Hot Sauce and Stories from Vietnam Darren Provenzano may be one of Portland's newest brewers, but he's been around a brew deck before. This week he brings some hot sauce and Beachwood beers he picked out. Tomas provides some logistical insight and musical ambiance. Ryan is shy with his guitar, Damian bring goodies from Beer Mongers too. Unusual pairings, new beers and fresh tunes, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15949133

Fresh Hops and New Songs 09/01/2020

Fresh Hops and New Songs Another stop at our local bottle shop, The Beer Mongers reveals some fresh flavors. Tomas and Darren regale us with tales of their latest projects within the Craft Beverage Consortium, the search for fresh hops. Damian unveils the new theme song, Ryan loves Level Beer, John investigates the latest fresh hopped treats. New terminology, book pairings, artist props, and fresh hops, on this episode of Brew Happy. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15850754

Ep. 382 - Rad Pop and Jamaican Rum 08/25/2020

Ep. 382 - Rad Pop and Jamaican Rum We continue exploring more brews this week with some local love for the Rad Pop, some surprise sours from one of our favorite local shops, and some more spirits from John's club. Damian brings the dog, Ryan loves off-mic cookies, John supplies the strong stuff. Plenty of rhymes, and Prosts of appreciation, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15752669

Ep. 381 - Whiskey Tribe 08/17/2020

Ep. 381 - Whiskey Tribe More crossover fun with spirits! John brings it every week, but this time we are going to focus on a few of his favorite things from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Tomas joins in with some beer and a surprise food pairing from Rob's Pretzels, that wasn't pretzels. Ryan loves nuts, Bronwyn has an eye opening experience, and Damian finds a beer he'd rather not talk about. Super spirits, fried rice, and finely aged Rainier beer, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15712868

Ep. 380 - Landmass Wines 08/11/2020

Ep. 380 - Landmass Wines Crossovers are fun, especially witn Melanie Schmidt from Landmass Wines, and Faye from Dimos Pizza. Two local businesses that orbit the brewing industry, and bring delicious treats to your table. Tomas and Darren bring cheese and something smoked to pair with our wine tasting. Ryan likes hoppy Battleground beers, Damian brings a Trapdoor treat, and John has spirits. Exclusive location and the search for someone to take over Ross Island Brewing, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15657671

Ep. 379 - Craft Brew Consortium 08/06/2020

Ep. 379 - Craft Brew Consortium Simmering beneath the heat of a Portland summer are some cold treats brewing at the new Craft Brew Consortium (former Mikkeller pop-up, and Burnside Brewing). Brewer Darren Provenzano makes his debute as they roll out the Juliett brand, featuring their newest preview of their Blonde, alongside their Hazy IPA. Both sessionable and marking their reliance on tried and true hops like Crystal, Cascade, Meridian and a simple well balanced grain build. Ryan loses his teeth, Damian finds a blonde. International trade discussion as well as Classic rock, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15657674

Ep. 378 - Orox Leather 07/29/2020

Ep. 378 - Orox Leather At Orox Leather we explore the artisinal parallels of products that orbit beer culture. Beyond coasters, wine and beer holsters, tote bags, bar aprons, but the fanciest beer koozies you've ever seen, and so much more! Plus beer adventures at Topwire Hop Project, and a beer release from Ruse Brewing you might want after dinner. Bronwyn admires the plant hangers, Damian dons a cap, John brings a rare spirit, and Ryan auctions a table. Hoppy treats, history, and heritage, on this crossover episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15657677

Ep. 377 - Final Draft survives 07/22/2020

Ep. 377 - Final Draft survives Always nice to cath up with the crew and hear about recent adventures. Final Draft Taphouse is a perfect place to do that. Kimberly and Mike Bolt will tell you all about the best collabs on draft and how they've been turning the tide for their little community as they keep churning out those crowlers and other recent releases. Bronwyn is back from Sauvie Island, Damian brings some sour fun from Modern Times, John is relieved not to have to drive far, and it's Ryan's turn to bring some spirits. Good comedy, close friends, and tasting etiquette, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15657680

Ep. 376 - Threshold Brewing 07/15/2020

Ep. 376 - Threshold Brewing From Threshold Brewing, the ever articulate Sara Syzmanski let's us in on the latest "Black is Beautiful" beers, as well as more of their lineup, and their Brewer, Jarek pops in at the end, to tell us all how it started. Tomas Sluiter nestles us into the new spot for his latest project, and his wife April is reintroduced. Damian finds a grissette, Ryan is cheesy, John craves pecan coconut pancakes, and Bronwyn wants to make ring tones. Enunciating difficult names, drinking easy beers, and Happier Meals with prizes, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/15657683

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