Cöld Brüe Pödcast - Craft Beer Reviews & News

Catalyst Crafted Ales Ft. Will, Eric, And Andrew

Greg talks with Will Walthereson, head brewer of Catalyst Crafted Ales (Tempe, AZ) about two of their beers which won Best of the Valley 2026 awards from Phoenix Magazine. Best West Coast IPA - Exchange Variation and Best Wood Barrel-aged - Vanilla Reality. They also talk about their 200th Batch, a hoppy saison, a maple barrel-aged beer, and many others. And of course, they talk about football. Later in the interview, Will introduces two members of his brew team, Eric and Andrew.

Tartan Army, Cali Breweries, & World Cup

Greg and Sorcerer Chromtic drink and review beers from More Brewing (Huntley, IL) and Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA).

In our Beer News, we talk about the Tartan Army wiping out Sam Adams Brewing.

For our Cöld Brüe Podcast, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down a list of the Top 30 breweries in California.

We rate our Beers on Untapd (@coldbruepodcast)

In our Drunken Shenanigans, Greg vents about Pitch Perfect, shares an update on his first-round World Cup betting, which evolves into talking about a couple of the matches.

This or That

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Del Pueblo Cevercería (San Fernando, CA) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

The guys play This or That with the Top Ten selling music albums of all time.

**Due to technical difficulties, this week's Cöld Brüe List was omitted.**

We rate our beers on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about World Cup, Catalyst Crafted Ales, and the New York Knicks.

Mid-Strength Beer, Patriot Series, & World Cup Odds

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Shadow Grove Brewing (San Fernando, CA) and Richter Ale Works (Peoria, AZ).

In our Beer News, we talk about a mid-strength beer from Dad Strength Brewing (Washington, DC) and Patriot Series beer from Boston Beer Co. (Boston, MA).

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the top ten favorites, by odds, to win this year's World Cup trophy.

We rate our beers on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk a little more about Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest, including which brewery and restaurant won this year's People's Choice awards. Sorcerer Chromatic also talks about going to an evening street fair.

Tap That Takeover: The Brewery at Tirrito Farms

Greg talks with Andrew (Head Brewer) and Christian (Phoenix Sales) from The Brewery at Tirrito Farms (Willcox, AZ). They talk about how they started as a brewery and individually in the industry. They also discuss their different year-round beers, seasonal beers, and upcoming special releases.

Recorded June 7, 2026 at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ)

Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest Pt. 2

Drunker Greg, Sorcerer Chromatic, and The Engineer recap their time at the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest. Their favorite breweries, beers, and food vendors. 

Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest Pt. 1

Drunk Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review Firestone Walker XX Anniversary Ale (Paso Robles, CA).

They talk about going to two beer spots in Paso Robles, CA called Tin City and California Coast Brewing.

They list a few of the brewery tents they would like to stop by at the beer festival.

Drunk Greg gives a "quick" summary about listening to Ghostface Killah on the drive from Surprise, AZ to Paso Robles, CA.

Sorcerer Chromatic plays This or That with Greg about an article from Complex which left Talib Kwali off the Top 50 New York Rappers of all time.

Tough Schlitz

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Lagunitas Brewing (Petaluma, CA) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

In our Beer News, we talk about the ending of the 177-year run of Schlitz Beer (Milwaukee, WI).

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic and Greg runs down the international breweries that are participating in this years' Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest.

We rate our beers on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenaniagans, Greg gives his take (no spoilers) on the Star Wars movie Mandalorian & Grogu.

Lytt Me Baby One More Time

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Dogfishead Brewing (Delton, MD) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

In our Beer News, we discuss a new product ready-to-drink by Boston Beer Co. (Boston, MA) called Lytt.

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top 15 "Baby' Songs...songs with "baby' in the title.

We rate our beers on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenanigans, Greg talks about Pinnacle's 2nd Anniversary. Then the guys talk about the 49ers' 2026 regular season schedule. Greg wraps up the show by teasing upcoming Cöld Brüe Projects.

Beverage Education Summit

Rachel Benkowski and Allo Gilinsky talk with Greg about their inaugural Beverage Education Summit, February 16-18, 2027 in Tempe, AZ. Their goal is to create a space where "beverage enthusiasts, educators, and entrepreneurs can come together for productive, engaging learning - both from one another and alongside one another." - www.beverageeducationsummit.com