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 different brews. Learn about travel destinations, new products and other beverages along the way. Music, Cigar, and Food pairings, plus many other things that go great with your next favorite brew. 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.

Everywhere with Lotic 08/12/2026

Everywhere with Lotic At Everywhere Beer bar in SE Portland we meet up with the new Lotic Beverage crew from Vancouver, Chris, Levi, and Matt. To salute beer legend Alan Sprints. Dan Munch brings the mangnum, Josh brings the joke, and Damian learns a new word. A river of beverages flowing right to your glass on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42397595

Societe Brewing at Function PDX 08/11/2026

Societe Brewing at Function PDX This week we are back to Function PDX with beer from Societe Brewing. Adele behind the bar tells us the best part about the pub and the menu. Josh gets wild at Living Haus, Imperial Bottleshop, and nearly all of the Breakside locations. Damian drops the schedule for the rest of the month. Lots to love and drink on this Brew Happy podcast! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42385595

Wavelength in the Morning 07/28/2026

Wavelength in the Morning We got up this morning to a delicious brew we had to share. Meet Jim Varney from Wavelength Coffee Roasters out on the east coast. Learn about the new way your morning beverage gets made, and the best ways to enjoy it. Bronwyn tries to buy the whole line while Damian scrambles for a second cup. Start your dat the best way on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42238810

Threshold of Summer 07/25/2026

Threshold of Summer In the heart of SE Portland near a tiny extinct volcanoe is Threshold Brewing. A Polish brewpub bustling with music events, great beer and tasty zappies. Owners Jarek and Sara Syzmanski talk about the growth of the Montavilla neighborhood, ample street patio, and introduce some new talent. Josh learns some travel tips, and Damian thinks up some beer names. Join the culture and learn some new words on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42211670

Horse Brass turns 50 07/15/2026

Horse Brass turns 50 The world famous Horse Brass pub turns 50 this week and we couldn't miss it. Publican Jerry Fechter invites us to the new Pony Room to review some great beers and fond memories. Josh learns about the first 3-way IPA, Damian plays clip from the archives, Dan Munch drops some beer knowledge, and Bronwyn has the best fish n chips in the country. Cream Ales, Punk bands, and fine corinthian leather on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42097590

Portland's Favorite Bartender 07/13/2026

Portland's Favorite Bartender Returning guest and publican, Dave Flores has quite the pedigree behind some of the best craft bars in Portland. This week Follow us from Function PDX where Westbound and Down is featured this month, down the street to Baerlic Brewing. Josh gets wild about TPK Brewing, and Damian enjoys some lore. From hazy pales, dad beers, and a list of great beer bars to go to on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/42062995

Tuesday at Lombard House 07/06/2026

Tuesday at Lombard House Time to tour North Portland again, starting with internationally known Lombard House, and owner Brian Koch. Damian learns the right way to tour Paris, and Josh gets ready for more World Cup. A Tuesday special of travel tips and terrific beer, on this Brew Happpy Show! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41985875

A New Place for Peaches 07/03/2026

A New Place for Peaches Time to christen the new studio. The base of operations has moved and it's time to celebrate. Josh brings some beers for a tasting, and Damian tells us about the Brewers Games. With peach beers and wild stories, don't miss this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41953155

World Cup at Prost! 06/30/2026

World Cup at Prost! In the Mississippi disctrict of North Portland the best place to get a taste of Europe is at Prost! Join owner Dan Hart,to learn why employees and patrons love coming to this local staple. Dan Mucnh joins in for a proper pint, Josh shows off his mug, and Damian brings his Uncle Tommy for a birthday beer. Neighborhood love, fantastic food carts, and World Cup celebration on this Brew Happy podcast! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41902955

An Imperial Time 06/20/2026

An Imperial Time In SE Portrland, nestled amongst bustling restaurants, you'll find Imperial Bottleshop.With owner Alex Kurnellas, this popular neighborhood pub is a great spot to watch the World Cup and meet friends. Joined by distributor Ian Hendry to talk products, John the Kiwi to get his game on, you'll feel like part of the crew. Alex invents a new word, Damian drinks from a trophy,Josh encourages our behavior. Drinks and challenges with friends on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41729255

Fun with Dan at Function 06/15/2026

Fun with Dan at Function We get our science on with Equilibrium Brewing featured at Function PDX this month. Josh is wild about Belmont Station and brings his brother to help us review beers by Monkish. Dan Munch from Widmer brings Hair of the Dog out of his cellar. Damian finds out where he can still find Upright beer. Double whammies, aged beers, and NBA finals happening on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41643835

Wayfinder in Troutdale 06/09/2026

Wayfinder in Troutdale On the way to the mountain, stiop into Troutdale. At award winning Wayfinder Brewing's new spot there are plenty of beers and foodcarts to choose from. Josh goes into the wild to discover Duality Brewing. Damian picks a lager to go with his shawarma. Take in the sights the food selection, and watch the planes land with a beer and get Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41582800

Everywhere with Jim Coleman 06/01/2026

Everywhere with Jim Coleman Everywhere Beer is the place to be rain or shine in Portland. Beertender Jim Coleman is here to tell us why. Josh tells us about the wilds of San Diego and the beers available down there including Stone, Pure Project, Belching Beaver, Barley and Sword, North Park, and Seek Brewing. Damian finds out about more listeners, and color blindness. Lots of places to travel to and beers to try on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41502050

Vice Beer with Paul 05/24/2026

Vice Beer with Paul At Vice Beer it takes a good crew to get all that late century nostalgia in every beer. Meet brewer Paul Linthacum, with a taste for saisons, lagers, and affordable beers. He's even got a beer named after him. Damian has a blonde moment and finds a beer named after his grandma, Josh comes in from the wilds of SoCal with news and gifts from Monkish and Bottle Logic. Sunshine and new friends found across the river in Vancouver on this Brew Happy podcast. /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41405715

Fat Josh and Fitz Magic 05/17/2026

Fat Josh and Fitz Magic The last show at JPR Studios before the big move. Fitz Magic is back to review some beers to share with us. Fat Josh calls in from the wild to report on some SoCal spots you'll definitely want to know about. Damian gets excited about some Gigantic beers. Lots of familiar brands to talk about on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41320790

Urban Roots and Enegren 05/09/2026

Urban Roots and Enegren /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41232720

Room 122 in Beaverton 04/29/2026

Room 122 in Beaverton In Beaverton at Room 122 there is a hidden oasis right around the corner where you can enjoy a craft beverage and watch the game with your friends. Owners Andrew Brooks and Dennis Young take turns telling us their favorite tales, best beers, and educate us on the origin story behind this community gem. Damian finds a rare barrel aged surprise, Bronwyn gets the next beer, and Josh gets a head start on his birthday. A bustling bar where you can play games, learn about nature, and find your friends waiting on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41058035

Chill n Fill 2 Kevin Reports 04/24/2026

Chill n Fill 2 Kevin Reports In North Portland, Chill n Fill is the place, with 30 pints to choose from and over a dozen food carts to fill you up. Damian reports on Stormbreaker's tribute to Kevin King and Amnesia Brewing. Josh goes wild in McMinville to find out the future of Foreland, and snags an impromptu interview with Kevin Davie from Heater Allen. Lots of places to find your next favorite beer on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/41000905

Lazy Days in the Spring 04/20/2026

Lazy Days in the Spring /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40932180

OBA and The Other Half at Function PDX 04/10/2026

OBA and The Other Half at Function PDX At Function PDX in NE Portland, every month you can try something new. This week join us for a beer from the East Coast by Real Ale Revival (RaR Brewing) out of Maryland and The Other Half Brewing out of New York. Damian covers the Oregon Beer Awards (OBA) and Dan Munch from Widmer returns with a 22 year Old Embalmer barleywine and a 30 year old Alexander Rodenbach for Josh to investigate. Celebrating the people that bring you your next favorite brew and pronouncing new words and finely aged beers, on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40797815

Ben Edmunds at Breakside Brewery 04/01/2026

Ben Edmunds at Breakside Brewery Down in Milwaukie, we find the main production facility for Breakside Brewery. Ever at work is Head Brewer Ben Edmunds to tell us the ingredients to making award winning beer, and challenges us with an April Fools game. Josh does some field reporting on Grand Fir, Bronwyn is reacquainted with the White Tea Lager, and Carl joins us to raise a glass for Point Blank. Educating beer fans one glass at a time on this nostalgic episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40694595

Untappd at Valley Public House 03/26/2026

Untappd at Valley Public House In Happy Valley we invite you to get cozy with us at Valley Public House. Joined by Untappd aficianado Dennis Pranke to tell us how he has ranked more beers and badges than almost anyone known. Josh reports in with on Rosenstadt familiar location in central Portland. With Tamale Boy, Ranch Pizza, and 70 taps of cocktails, wine and beer to enjoy by the fire on this Brew Happy Valley podcast! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40636550

Rain Drop Taphouse 03/23/2026

Rain Drop Taphouse This week we hail from downtown Beaverton at Raindrop Taphouse with owner Mark Foster. This little community hub is the perfect little spot for just about anyone to get their brew on. With special events, weekly specials, and great selection for you and the family to enjoy. Fat Josh rolls out his wild segment with more field reporting, and we finish up our review on the Old Tavern Rat Barleywine Invitational and a cognac aged reward at the end. Lots of Oregon beer to enjoy on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40598655

Old Tavern Rat returns to Horse Brass 03/04/2026

Old Tavern Rat returns to Horse Brass Roar Brewing out of Detroit is coming to Function PDX in NE Portland and we are way ahead of them. Plus Fat Josh goes into the wild to report on some barleywine business at the 2nd annual Old Tavern Rat Barleywine Invitational. A four week event happening at the 50 year old legendary Horse Brass English Pub. Bronwyn gets excited about a house, Lompoc lingers on, and Brew News on Brew Dog, Kells, and more on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40306705

SheBrew 2026 and more 03/02/2026

SheBrew 2026 and more SheBrew 2026 is almost upon us and Hillary Haskins joins us to tell us how they landed at the Portland Art Museum. Dan Munch from Widmer returns to review some beers with us. Of course at the McPolanders private taproom, power couple Jenn and Jeremie are back to enlighten us with Festival of the Dark Arts tasting panel, Breakside's new bear poop beer, and Josh hits us with tasting notes. Tons of festival tips, tasting tips, brewing tips, and tongue twisters on this flavorful feature on Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40289510

8 Bit Brewing at Function 02/19/2026

8 Bit Brewing at Function True nerds will appreciate 8 Bit Brewing being featured this month at Function PDX. This week at their NW location we learn a little more about what's brewing in Murietta, CA. Whether you like a dark brew while gaming, or going for a hazy hike, this menu will have something for everyone to have fun with. Damian gets a new shirt, Josh explains dryhopping and hunts for the elusive Pliny the Younger. There will be a beer for you to play with on this episode Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40169895

New Brewer No Show 02/14/2026

New Brewer No Show Sometimes a busy brewer can't make it, but the show must go on. We love Level Beer and when we tell you about their locations and their beer, I think you'll find it's easy to see why. Some Super Bowl follow up with Josh plus his new wild new segment, and Beer Mongers hits 6,000 days open. Supporting local business, great beer, and festivals on this week's episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40105700

Bottle Logic comes to town 02/10/2026

Bottle Logic comes to town Bottle Logic Brewing out of Anaheim, CA is back on tap at Function PDX this month and we couldn't be happier. Join us in NE Portland as we enjoy some of their fan favorites and get to know some new releases as well. Damian finds a famous beer, Bronwyn goes Italian, and Josh hits us with his wild new segment. Plenty of fun labels, Function's February lineup, and festivals to talk about today on Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/40063890

Twitch and Discord premiere 02/03/2026

Twitch and Discord premiere This week we did a live show on Discord and Twitch. We do a review on Upp Liquids, pFriem, Moonlight Brewing. Plus we brought some barrel aged stuff out of the cellar by Crux. Not to mention some spirits from West Cork, and Westland, while we do some Brew News on the old Rogue location in Astoria that may open their doors again. Looking good and showing you the brews on this week's Brew Happy Show! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/39973735

Fun conjunction at Function 01/29/2026

Fun conjunction at Function Back at Function PDX again, this time in NW and life tastes great as Josh updates us what's cooking on his smoker. Bronwyn keeps Damian on his toes. Home brewer's learn what a refractometer is, and hear about events at Stormbreaker and other tasty things to try. Deep roast, maple syrup, fun with sound effects, and upcoming guests on this episode of Brew Happy! /episode/index/show/brewhappypodcast/id/39930355

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