The BrewDeck Podcast
We'll be focusing on a myriad of topics to help Inspire Your Craft. We have a line up of special guests that we're pulling out of the woodwork across the globe to discuss everything brewing and distilling. We'll cover topics from selecting and sourcing raw materials for production to innovative new trends and products; you won't want to miss an episode. So mark your calendars, grab your favorite craft beer or spirit, and join us for some inspiration - Cheers!
Episodes
Join us on the BrewDeck Podcast as we dive into the world of IPAs with two legendary guests!
From the West Coast, we have Winslow Sawyer, the founder and owner of Pure Project in sunny San Diego. Discover how he brings sustainability and innovation to every brew.
Representing the East Coast, Geoff Wenzel, Director of Brewing at Industrial Arts Brewing Company in Beacon, NY, shares his expertise on crafting the perfect IPA.
The BrewDeck Podcast went live from the CBC 2026 trade show floor in Philadelphia 🍻
Across three days, Heather, Brittany, and Matt sat down with:
- Mungo Fawcett (Thomas Fawcett & Sons) and Zack Adams (Fox Farm) to talk heritage malts, Burton ales, and why looking back is driving innovation forward.
- Commercial Sales Manager Patrick Sylvester to discuss the hot steep method, building flavor vocabulary, and making better...
Yeast isn’t just doing the work, it’s writing the entire flavor story.
In this episode of The BrewDeck Podcast, we get into what yeast is really doing in spirit distillation and why it’s way more than a sugar-to-alcohol machine.
With insights from Denise Jones (Fermentis) and Kevin Kawa (AB Biotek), we break down how fermentation variables shape the final spirit. Temperature, pH, and strain selection aren’t just technical choices, th...
In celebration of International Women’s Day, this episode highlights the women helping to shape the future of barley and agriculture.
We’re joined by Ashley McFarland, President of the American Malting Barley Association, and Miranda Gibson, third-generation farmer at B & H Farming. Together they discuss barley research, sustainable farming practices, and how collaboration across the supply chain supports both brewers and gr...
Brittany, Heather and Matt go deep on lagers, adjuncts, and the quiet chaos that makes great beer possible.
We’re talking:
- Wiseacre Brewing and the art of patience behind Tiny Bomb, a flagship Pilsner that carries half their production (plus a very real bird-in-the-whirlpool moment )
- Live Oak + Hold Out Brewing teaming up for Spudweiser, a potato-powered lager with award-winning results and a surf-ready spud on the label.
- Epiphany ...
In this special mini-sode of the Brew Deck podcast, Heather and Brittany welcome Hubertine Underberg-Ruder, President of the Board of Underberg AG. The episode delves into the rich history of Underberg, a family enterprise known for its herbal digestive, celebrating its 180th anniversary. Hubertine shares insights into the company's legacy, the unique 43, 44, 45, 46 rule, and the importance of maintaining quality and tradition....
We’re kicking off Season 7 of the Brewdeck Podcast by revisiting our most-listened episodes of 2025. In this recap episode, we count down the Top 5 conversations that resonated most with our audience, spanning company history, industry perspectives, inclusion, leadership, and product innovation.
Highlights include:
- A look back at the founding and growth of Country Malt Group in celebration of its 30th anniversary
- A Pride Month epi...
In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Dodd (Director of Grain, Canada Malting) and Dustin Camphouse (Farm Business Manager, Great Western Malting) for a fast, clear breakdown of the 2025 North American barley crop. We cover crop quality, yields, protein levels, acres planted, and what brewers should anticipate as new crop malt moves into production.
Pack your virtual passport! In this episode, we travel across Europe to chat with three of our iconic malt brands, Castle Malting (Belgium), Tchecomalt (Czech Republic), and Bairds Malt (UK).
Our guests, Mattijs Nuyts, Ondrej Vlasanek, and Richard Broadbent, share the stories behind their malthouses, how each brand has evolved over time, and what makes their regions’ barley and brewing traditions so distinct.
From centuries-old heri...
We’re LIVE from Drinktec 2025!
In September, we crossed the pond to Munich, Germany to take part in Drinktec, the world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry. In this episode, Justine Johnson, our Marketing and Global Events Manager, sits down with CEO Jorge Solis and Chief Growth & Innovation Officer Laurent Debande.
They dive into some exciting topics, including:
Innovative malt applications like...
We're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at American Distilling Institute 2025 in San Antonio!
In this episode, we speak to Tim from Ranger Creek about the white dog samples they made for us, Erik Owens from ADI, and Rob Pinson, the liquor lawyer!
This episode highlights two interviews on legislative advocacy in the U.S. craft brewing industry. To begin we discuss the Brewers Association Hill Climb in Washington, D.C., emphasizing its role in strengthening ties with lawmakers and advancing issues like excise tax credits, research funding, and shipping rules. Then we are joined by Travis Bailey and Adriane Hodges from the Texas Craft Brewers Guild. They share their work on th...
Featuring: Douglass Miller and Dan Kurzrock.
In this episode, hosts Heather Jerred and Brittany Drennan dig into the creative reuse of spent grain, turning brewery waste into culinary and commercial gold.
Guests Douglass Miller (Cornell University) and Dan Kurzrock (Upcycled Foods) share how this overlooked byproduct is being transformed into flour, baked goods, snack ingredients, and more. From small-batch brewpubs to large-scale up...
Featuring: Dyke Beer and The Reflections Project.
This podcast explores mental health in the craft beer industry, featuring Dyke Beer founders on building inclusive queer spaces and Molly Flynn on launching The Reflections Project, a nonprofit for mental health support in hospitality. The episode highlights the unique challenges faced by those in the beer industry, such as burnout and lack of access to mental health services. Overal...
Featuring: Definitive Brewing and Great Western Malting.
We’re getting into the weeds – and the wheat – on this episode. Join the team from Great Western Malting and James Bridwell of Definitive Brewing Co. as we break down the story behind two of GWM’s newest innovations: Low Color Wheat Malt and Chit Malt. From product ideation and malting techniques to sensory trials and brewing applications, we cover how these malts are helping ...
We're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis!
In this episode, we’re playing trivia with attendees on the trade show floor. How much do you know about beer, Indiana, and Indy 500? See if you can beat our guests!
Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: countrymalt.com/cbc
We're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis!
In today's episode, we're joined by Guggman Haus Brewing's husband and wife duo, Derek and Courtney Guggenberger, to discuss our collab beers brewed specially for CBC!
Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: countrymalt.com/cbc
We're LIVE from the tradeshow floor at Craft Brewers Conference 2025 in Indianapolis!
In this episode, we’re having beers with Bart Watson, President and CEO of the Brewers Association. We discuss state of the industry, trends and tariffs.
Learn more about our CBC events, activities, and new product launches: countrymalt.com/cbc
30 years. One blue cargo van. A father-son dream that changed the craft beer industry.
In this special episode, we’re sitting down with the founders of Country Malt Group to revisit the humble beginnings and epic evolution of CMG– from a shed in New York to one of the most trusted ingredient suppliers in North America.
Join Bryan and Claude Bechard as they reflect on starting a business together, navigating highs and lows, and buildi...
Featuring: Great Western Malting, Canada Malting Co., and Country Malt Group.
In this special Women's Month episode, we’re handing the mic to the powerhouse women at our company. They share their career journeys, the challenges they’ve faced in a male-dominated industry, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. From breaking barriers to setting bold new goals, these leaders are paving the way for future generations in malt...
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