Buffalo Brews Podcast

Closing out Series 10 begins with a review of the previous episodes as well as the ABC's of the Principles of Pairing. What is a milk stout? After a thorough tasting session, Jason and Craig talk food pairings. Traditionally we close out a series by talking about Magic Bear Beer Cellar and what's coming up for them. Featuring Eric More Cowbell from SingleCut Beersmiths of Astoria, NY.

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Jason and Craig open with a quick review of the Porter style. What is the most versatile flavor? And why is it vanilla? We learn more about the "Principles of Pairing." Food makes a great pairing with any beer. What pairs best with vanilla and porter? This episode is dedicated to Gina, who worked in the diner all day! Featuring Vanilla Porter from Rohrbach Brewing Company in Rochester, NY.

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We open the episode featuring Queen BrewHer from Beer Kind Brewing. From there Jason talks a bit on the history of the Old First Ward district in Buffalo before Bri joins to talk about the 4 The Ward collaboration and fundraising event that took place. Four beers, four breweries, for a great cause. 

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Jason and Craig open with a recap of perfect pairings in Buffalo food. Plus they talk 'flavor affinity' while introducing the second of the three principles. What is a brown ale and what makes it unique when it comes together with maple? Rounding out the episode you can't have pairing without beer and food. Featuring Maple Brown Ale from Four Mile Brewing Company in Olean, NY.

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For the debut of Series 10 we ask, what is your perfect pairing? Whether it be food, drink, or activities we are certain it is great. Jason and Craig bring great to you in the form of beer. Learn what a single fruit addition does to a great brew. What ingredients make up the optimal base to pair with raspberries? With good beer comes good food pairings and we will tell you what you can make. Featuring Berry Jammin' from Beer T...

When we were asked by the WNY Beer Trail Pass to broadcast live from Brazen Brewing we graciously accepted. Thank you to Tom for thinking of us. The occasion? The release of the WNY Beer Trail Pass X Brazen Brewing collaboration, Trail Brazen, a deliciously light and inviting blueberry blonde ale. Jason talks with owner, Drew and brewer, Justin about the beginning of Brazen and what is exciting in brewing. 

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In this, the Season 4 finale, winter time only has days left but the stouts remain and they are everywhere. Jason and Bri highlight six different stouts from 903 Brewers, Mast Landing, Double Wing, Buffalo Brewing Company, Scale House Brewery and a special 4-way collaboration. All while talking about a recent experience with Bierstachein, some upcoming travel and the WNY Winter Hiking Challenge. 

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Part 2 of Podcast of the Caribbean 2 we continue with our adventures from a recent cruise aboard the Norwegian Epic. We review Cozumel, Mexico and George Town, Grand Cayman, including the town of Hell. Tequila tasting, local cuisine and beers featuring Tecate from Mexico and Caybrew from Grand Cayman. A big thank you to the folks at Sharkeez in George Town. (Opening music credit to Carsten Lindner)

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We finish out Series 9 talking about amazing winter warmers with a trip across the pond to enjoy English strong ale, from an oak barrel. Craig talks about some specific of English barreling. While we would frown on stale beer, we learn it has a different meeting in England. Plus we talk food as we commonly do. Featuring Yorkshire Stingo from Samuel Smith Old Brewery in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England. Founded in 1758. 

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We recently returned from another cruise around the Caribbean filled with good drink, food and memories. Jason (Greybeard) and Bri (Anne Bonny) talk all things from the Norwegian Epic, Mexico, Grand Cayman, and Jamaica. Bien! Cheas! Cheers! (in a Caymanian dialect). (NOTE: This a part 1 of 2 episode) (Opening music credit to Carsten Lindner)

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One would agree that a higher ABV beverage would qualify as a winter warmer. The Barleywine is no exception. What is the difference between the American and English versions? What is the ultimate cheese to enjoy with Barleywine? And watch out as Craig starts quoting Kanye West to make comparisons. Featuring Old Man Split Foot from Beer Tree Brew Company in Port Crane, NY. 

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January was a start to the new year and chance to get away. We started with an escape to Orlando to take in some Florida eats and brews from around the state. Jason and Bri talk about the perils of the TSA. Recaps of visits to First Watch, Rock & Brews, and Cask & Larder. Get ready for the Podcast of the Caribbean 2: Podcast Goes to Hell. Featuring Platter's Chocolate Peppermint Stout from Southern Tier Brewing Company...

Great flavors make for great beer and this unique selection makes this episode as good as it could be. So good, in fact, that Craig and Jason bring the different flavor notes into play multiple times. What foods work with these flavors? We'll find out.  Featuring Nor'easter Winter Porter from Ever Grain Brewing Company in Camp Hill, PA.

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With the Presidental inauguration taking place yesterday, we thought it appropriate to share an episode written to talk about U.S. Presidents, the good, and bad, of alcohol at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave and beyond. From George Washington to Barack Obama, see which presidents were good for the industry and which ones made alcohol bad for their health. 

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With the average high temperature in January below freezing we are heating things up with Season 9 of Bear-ly Getting Started by bringing you 'Warmer Winters,' a talk about the great flavors of the blustery months. Learn what decoction mashing is. Jason and Craig cover a range of viable winter options. Featuring Extra Layer Winter Fest Lager from Jack's Abby Craft Lagers from Framingham, MA.

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Happy New Year to the listeners! We wish you all a healthy and adventurous 2025!

As we wrap another series, Craig opens with a comparison on the range from brown ale to imperial stouts. However, we're stopping the 'Cheers' bus on the American Porter. What makes them the robust porter and why should you try one on your next visit to Magic Bear? We pop open a fine one as we feature Leather Jacket from Edmund&a...

In our final episode of 2024, we celebrate Christmas. We touch on fruit cake and figgy pudding (Thoughts?). Vacation v2.0 took us to Hocking Hills, Ohio for some amazing hiking. Have you ever seen liqueur prices in Ohio? We talk about why pricing is the way it is there. We took an evening run to Rochester to enjoy dinner at JoJo's and to pick up our advent box from K2 Brewing. Jason and Bri list their top 3 Christmas movies. W...

The flag still flies as we travel across the country of American beer styles. We start with where the amber ale essentially falls in the family tree. This is the episode where you learn about every aspect of the relation, taste, look, and smell. We finish the episode by touching on the Florida beer scene. Featuring Antique Alley from 3 Sons Brewing Company in Dania, FL.

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Wheat Ale is as American as it gets, and this episode gives you what you need to know about this popular style. Jason and Craig open with a talk about the craft brewing timeline. Later, covering the peaks and troughs of the industry. In the mean time, you hear about the yeast characteristics that make wheat ale what they are. Featuring Oberon Ale from Bell's Brewery in Kalamazoo, MI.

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