Cöld Brüe Pödcast - Craft Beer Reviews & News

Star Wars and Hulk Hogan

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

In our Beer News, we talk about Sapporo Holding Limited (Tokyo, Japan) selling Stone Brewing (Escondido, CA) to Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA and their partner Duvel Moortgat Brewery (Breendonk, Belgium). Greg also lists the two Arizona breweries that won medals at this year's World Beer Cup.

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Ten Star Wars movies based on box office earnings.

We rate our beers on Untappd (@coldbruepodcast)

In our Drunken Shenanigans, we discuss Sorcerer Chromatic's weekend, which leads to luchador wrestling, which then leads to the Hulk Hogan documentary on Netflix.

World Beer Cup & Summer Blockblusters

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Mason Ale Works (San Diego, CA) and Firestone Walker (Paso Robles, CA).

In our Beer News, Greg talks about the 2026 World Beer Cup and the winners of the five most entered categories.

In our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic lists this year's Summer Blockbusters.

We rate our beer on Untappd.

In our Drunken Shenanignans, we give our thoughts on the 49ers draft class. Greg talks about going to Lil' Miss BBQ (Phoenix, AZ) and North Mountain Brewing (Phoenix, AZ). Sorcerer Chromatic talks about his weekend with the fam.

Breweries are Temporary Wu-Tang is Forever

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

In our Beer News, we talk about Evil Genius Beer Company (Philadelphia, PA) buying 21st Amendment Brewery (San Francisco, CA).

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down this year's Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame inductees, including Wu-Tang Clan, Iron Maiden, Phil Collins, Joy Division, and Oasis.

In our Drunken Shenanigans:

Sorcerer Chromatic talks about his weekend in Monterey, CA, including have some Peter B's Brewpub beer.

Greg talk about going to two beer events. On Saturday April 18th, he went to Sana Sana Cervercería's 1st Anniversary party in Downtown Phoenix. On Sunday April 19th, he went to Lager Fest at Brat Haus in Scottsdale, AZ.

Bear Poop Beer, Michelin Stars, & New Breweries

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from La Cumbre Brewing (Albuquerque, NM) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, AZ).

In our Beer News, we talk about beer supposedly made from bear poop, and a Michelin Star-rated brewery in Chicago, IL.

For our Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Ten New Breweries in the US.

In our Drunken Shenanigans, we talk about our weekends filed with anniversary parties, parks, and zoos.

Tap That Takeover: Johnson Brothers Maverick of Arizona

Greg talks with Alana Hanscome, sales rep for Johnsons Brother Maverick, distributor of wine, spirits, cider, and saké. The talk about craft beer, wine, spirits, and how they both got started in the fields they are passionate about.

 

Recorded April 4, 2026 at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ)

The Gravel & Muffin Show

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from PHX Beer Co. (Phoenix, AZ) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Roles, CA).

In The Beer News, they discuss Firestone Walker buying Trumer Pils. They also talk about the otter beer collab between Alvarado St. Brewery and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

For the Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic pays homage to the late James Tolkan by referencing the top ten call signs from Top Gun.

The guys rate their beers on Untappd.

During the Drunken Shenanigans, they talk about the Afroman trial, MLB on Netflix, give themselves call signs via the Top Gun Call Sign Generator, and touch on the Wu-Tang Clan Name Generator.

Crazy Mountain, Chuck Norris, Baseball, & Oscars

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Barebottle Brewing (San Francisco, CA) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

In the Beer News, they discuss a new non-alcoholic beer called Crazy Mountain brought to the market by George Clooney and his partners.

For the Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the top ten movies with Chuck Norris.

In Drunken Shenanigans, Greg talks about his latest spring training game, the guys tap about the World Baseball Classic, the Oscars, and Cesar Chavez.

They wrap it all up by rating their beers on Untappd.

 

 

Halfwood. No, Maple Acre.

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers from Barebottle Brewing (San Francisco, CA) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

In the Beer News, they discuss the new joint venture by Half Acre Beer Co. (Chicago, IL) and Maplewood Brewing (Chicago, IL).

For the Cöld Brüe List, Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the winners of the 2026 Razzie Awards.

The guys rate their beers on Untappd.

In the Drunken Shenanigans, they talk a little bit about the World Baseball Classic.

One Up, One Down

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic Drink and review beers (6:30) from Mikerphone Brewing (Elk Grove Village, IL) and Firestone Walker Brewing (Paso Robles, CA).

In the Beer News (14:15), we discuss the latest in the downward spiral of Brewdog (Aberdeenshire, Scotland), and the expansion of Alvarado Street Brewery (Monterey, CA).

For the Cöld Brüe List (26:51), Sorcerer Chromatic runs down a list off beers to pair with each team participating in the World Beer Classic.

The guys rate their beers on Untappd (35:04).

In the Drunken Shenanignas (39:10), they discuss the first major transaction of NFL free agency.

Tap That Takeover - Desert Monks

Greg chats with Jason and Brittany Gilmore, owners of Desert Monks Brewing (Gilbert, AZ). They talk about beer (obvs), moving to Arizona, working for Desert Monks Brewing, and eventually buying it from the original owners. Their love for Desert Monks beer, passion for the industry, and desire to build a strong community are the key aspects in running Desert Monks Brewing.

Recorded March 1, 2026 at Tap That Downtown - 909 N 5th St. Phoenix, AZ