Cöld Brüe Pödcast - Craft Beer Reviews & News

Tap That Takeover: San Tan Brewing

Greg talks with Alejandro, Head of Sales of San Tan Brewing (Chandler, AZ). They talk about how Alejandro got his start at San Tan Brewing and a server and worked his way up to Head of Sales. They discuss how the industry has changed and hoe San Tan has changed to meet the needs of its customers and community. They also discuss a couple of beers Alejandro brought that can be found at the taproom only.

7 Top Beer Stories 2025, Worst Christmas Movies

Greg and Sorcerer Chromaic drink and review (2:55) Bed Elf Winter's Ale from Ridgeway Brewing (Oxfordshire, England)

In our Beer News (6:07), we talk about the Top 7 Beer News stories on 2025, according to Vine Pair.

For our Cöld Brüe List (30:39), Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the top ten Worst Christmas movies of all time.

We rate our beer on Untappd (41:45)

And in our Drunken Shenanigans (44:04), we go over our Christmases.

Tap That Takeover: AZ LOC ALE Beer Co.

Greg talks with Ted Golden, owner and operator of AZ LOC ALE Beer Co. He talks about how he started in the beer industry, his rise from a server to a brewery owner, his unique business model, and the future of Arizona craft beer.

Recorded December 14, 2026 at Tap That Downtown (Phoenix, AZ)

Recappd & Karaoke Christmas

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review (3:44) Christmas beers from St. Bernardus (Poeringe, Vlaams Gewest Belgium) and Pizza Port (Carlsbad, CA).

In our Beer News (10:13), Greg goes through the analytics from the Cöld Brüe Podcast Untappd account for 2025.

For our Cöld Brüe List (17:56), Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the top 10 Christmas Songs to sing for karaoke parties.

They rate the beers on Untappd (26:21).

And in Drunken Shenanigans (31:37), the guys talk about Rob Reiner a little more, recap the first episode of Fallout season two, and discuss the 49ers and the NFL playoffs.

R.I.P. Meathead

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (3:08) from Ridgeway Brewing (Oxfordshire, England) and Spoetzl Brewing (Shiner, TX).

In our Beer News (13:30), we discuss AB In-Bev's plan to close three of its brewing facilities.

For our Cöld Brüe List (25:19), Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the Top Ten films by Rob Reiner.

We rate our beers on Untappd (39:37).

In our Drunken Shenanigans (43:01), we discuss the NFL; specifically the Chiefs and the 49ers.

I'm Dreaming of a Belgian Christmas, Coaches Corner Part 3

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review (3:18) a winter warmer from Delirium - Huyghe Brewery (Melle, Vlaams Gewest Belgium).

In our Beer News (11:57), we discuss Brew Dog's latest gaffe regarding their latest advertisement. We also talk a little it more about Rogue Ales' demise.

For the third installment of Coaches Corner (33:27), Sorcerer Chromatic looks back at weeks 11-14 of the 2025 NFL Season.

We rate our beer and leave notes on Untappd (55:25).

In our Drunken Shenanigans (1:04:06), we talk about our upcoming Christmas, including advent calendars, decorations, and gifts.

You Can't Spell Prairie Artisan Ales without Anal

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review beers (4:05) from Prairie Artisan Ales (Krebs, OK) and Deschutes Brewing (Bend, OR).

In our Beer News (12:33), we have a story about the new packaging for Bourbon County Brand Stout, and another story about the latest Guinness 60/40 pint.

For our Cöld Brüe List (26:30), Sorcerer Chromatic has a Top Ten List of the best Christmas-adjacent movies.

We rate our beers on Untappd (40:1).

In our Drunken Shenanigans (43:35), we recap our Thanksgiving; what we did, what we ate, and what we drank. Then we recap our Disneyland trip.

Tap That Takeover: Front Pourch Brewing

Greg talks to Trevor from Front Pourch Brewing (Phoenix, AZ). Trevor talks about how he started brewing beer. They go into opening a brewery with his family and the pros and cons of doing so. Then they talk about the future of Front Pourch and the path Trevor would like to take in the next few years. And they end it by talking a little about sports.

Recorded November 9, 2025 at Tap That Downtown, Phoenix, AZ, 909 5th St.

Rogue Done, Coaches Corner 2

Greg and Sorcerer Chromatic drink and review (3:59) beers from Samuel Smith (Tadcaster, North Yorkshire England) and Laughing Monk Brewing (San Francisco, CA).

In the Beer News (13:45), they talk about Rogue Ales (Newport, OR) closing its taprooms and production facilities. Will they reopen, be bought, or fade away?

Sorcerer Chromatic runs down the second installment of Coaches Corner (29:59) with the NFL season more than halfway over and one coach getting fired. Who will be next?

The guys rate their beers on Untappd (52:34)

For Drunken Shenanigans, the guys touch ontheir upcoming trip to Disneyland and Greg talks a little more about his daughter's high school musical.

Recorded October 15, 2025

Time to Go Solo

Greg drinks solo a beer from Brewery Ommegang (Cooperstown, NY).

In the Beer News, he discusses a slightly worse Fosters. Wait! Is that even possible? And he talks about the new hops for this season.

In his Drunken Shenanigans, he talks about 49ers football and his daughter's high school musical debut!

Recorded November 13, 2025