Cöld Brüe Pödcast - Craft Beer Reviews & News

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

Tap That Takeover: Fuzzbot Brewing

Greg talks with Scott Searles, founder, owner, and brewer of Fuzzbot Brewing (Phoenix, AZ)). They talk about how Fuzzbot was born and eventually turned into a brewery. Also, about Scotts background and passions.

Recorded at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ).

Shelfie Beers Ain't Nothing ta F' Wit

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

No Beer News this week. Instead Greg wants to play a game. How many Wu-Tang names do you know?

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Ten Michael Jackson songs.

We rate our beers on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about how stupid the NFL schedule relies is, a little bit about Firestone Walker Beer Fest, and Greg talks about his weekend.