An Arizona beer podcast from the Rob Fullmer Executive Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild and Deputy Director Andrew Bauman. Providing access to breweries, beer policy, and legislation, beer culture that no other pod can offer.
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Welcome to our craft beer podcast, where we delve into all things Arizona craft beer, from the latest news and brews to reviews and interviews with the talented brewers who make the beers we love. Join us as we explore the exciting and ever-changing landscape of craft beer in Arizona, sharing our passion and enthusiasm for this amazing industry with you every step of the way. Whether you're a seasoned craft beer aficionado or a newcomer to the scene, we have something for everyone, from in-d ...
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S3E123: Guild Team Reaction to Passing of Anthony Canecchia
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It is with great sadness that we have learned about the passing of Anthony Canecchia, the founder of SanTan Brewing. Anthony worked tirelessly to grow craft beer in our state and created a business employing scores of Arizonans throughout his career. We wish the best to SanTan and the Canecchia family in this time of grief. This is an early release…
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Great American Beer Fest Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres and they graciously agreed. We hope you like it as much as the original. wetigersukesongs can be found here! htt…
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S3E121: Roles Have Changed But the Mission Remains
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We have an announcement. We're both ready for the challenge. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de Cobres and they graciously agreed. We hope you like it as much as the original. wet…
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The Arizona Beer Frontier podcast, hosted by Rob and Andrew, discusses various topics related to the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild and the craft brewing industry. Rob shares his experiences with travel delays and the NAU advisory board meetings, emphasizing the importance of hospitality in the industry. They delve into challenges like potential chang…
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S3E119: Drinking in Context.Drinking in 360
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Hosts Rob and Andrew discuss the state of the Arizona craft beer industry, recent brewery events, and upcoming festivals. They start by enjoying a barrel-aged imperial stout from Fate Brewing Company. They then talk about recent visits to breweries like Lumberyard, Bone Haus, Button, Slowbody and discuss the importance of revisiting breweries and a…
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S3E118: If You're a Regulatory Body Would You Hold It Against Me?
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This week's podcast episode primarily discusses the impact of large corporations and regulatory bodies on the craft beer industry in Arizona. Rob and Andrew express concerns about the Kroger-Albertsons merger potentially limiting market access for smaller breweries and reducing product variety. The Arizona Beer Frontierians also criticize the Arizo…
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S3E117: The 100+ (100°F) Consecutive Days of Phoenix Summer
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Join Rob and Andrew, your Beer Frontierians, for a journey through the Arizona craft beer scene. In this episode, they share their experiences at the League of Arizona Cities and Towns conference, highlighting its unexpected drinking extravaganza and the networking opportunities it offers for the craft beer industry. They also discuss brewery visit…
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S3E116: Tech, Brews, & Guild News - From Drones to Draft Lines
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In this episode of Arizona Beer Frontier, hosts Rob and Andrew engage in a comprehensive discussion encompassing the technological tools that facilitate their work, such as laptops, earbuds, and cameras. They also explore the implications of a potential clampdown on DJI drones, emphasizing the importance of licensing and adherence to no-fly zones. …
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S3E115: AZ Beer Hunting: North Rim vs Chase Field
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Is it easier to get an AZ Beer at Chase Field watching a Diamondbacks Game or the super remote Grand Canyon North? We give you the beer report. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukesongs if we could use their version of Minas de …
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Brewers Association National Guilds Summit happens every two years. It's an opportunity for leaders of state brewers guilds and associations to learn from each other, network, and provide support and inspiration in a very specialized (and often lonely) job. This year Andrew and Rob recount the Summit experience in Madison Wisconsin. Want to ask a q…
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S3E113: Bleachers and Bleeds- OCBA’s Justin Hemminger
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Ever want to see a ball game in another town? How about all of them? One of our colleagues, Justin Hemminger from the Ohio Craft Brewers Association is doing just that. You can followJustin's journey here: https://bleachersandbleeds.substack.com/ Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpi…
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Rob goes to Bolinas and Santa Maria. Andrew goes to the movies. We talk about the context of beers-- where they are enjoyed, the company we are with, and how our perceptions are changed over time. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetige…
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S3E111: Arizona Good Business - Thomas Barr & Local First
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This week, Andrew was a guest on Arizona Good Business. It's our third podcollaboration (We did 2 with the Hoppy Craftsmen, S1E8 and S1E9.) In the latest Arizona Good Business Radio episode, Thomas Barr explores Arizona’s craft beer scene with Cale Aylsworth with OHSO Brewery + Distillery, Andrew Bauman from the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, and Bra…
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S3E110: The Lattice of Coincidence in the Cosmic Unconscious
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Or, the news in the 3rd week of July and how it affects our Arizona brewing scene. This week we draw our show title from Alex Cox's 1984 cult classic film, "Repo Man." This magical realist depiction of the LA punk scene, with its neutron bombs, dead aliens, and the iconic "Repo Code," serves as our inspiration. You can hear Miller's theory on the i…
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Join our guest Wes Clark as he explains how the Harvest Hosts program can help our Arizona Breweries as well as our RV-traveling guests. Our Podcast Hosts discuss their Fourth of July plans. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We asked the fun duo, wetigersukes…
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216- Arizona Coyotes Farewell and 2024 World Beer Cup Highlights
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(NSFW) In this lively episode, the crew dives into a mix of nostalgia, creativity, and celebration. The legendary Randal the Enamel Remover makes a comeback in conversation, and Ed proposes an intriguing blend of stout and sour beers. They review the Hockey Czech! Pilsner from Goldwater Brewing Co. and reflect on the bittersweet end of the Arizona …
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S3E109: News Before The July 4th Holiday
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Just a quick update on the new Arizona Craft Brewers Guild Board, Wanderlust, That Brewery, and the Secret Word... The Fourth of July. Hopefully, we did not Overlook something. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.speakpipe.com/azbeerfrontier We a…
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S3E108:DC After Dark: Paul Leone - NYSBA Director
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When the Guild Team was in DC for Brewers Association Hill Climb, Rob and Andrew split an AirBnB. (No goods or services were exchanged for that plug!) In addition to our all day meetings, we pretty much lived together for several days. What do brewery trade association professionals talk about after a night out on the town? Beer? Work? Beer Work? K…
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S3E107: From Cool Pines to Hill Climbs (FLG to DC)
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Sometimes this job takes you from festival to flight. Rob and Andrew discuss Real Wild and Woody and then pack it in and pack it out to Washington DC for the Brewers Association Hill Climb. Our guild took 7 meetings with our Arizona delegation. We discuss this year's talking points and in-person meetings with Rep Stanton and Rep Lesko. We also conc…
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S2E106: Mountain Top Taproom - Pre RWW
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The team casted from the Mountain Top Taproom before the Real Wild and Woody Festival in Flagstaff to talk about how the festival has evolved and what the future holds. Rob then brings up some news about the state legislature, including the liquor consensus bill that passed and the difficulties involved this year with the needless politicization of…
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215- Dark Lager Dominance | Exploring 2024's Craft Beer Trends and Ed's Spanish Adventure
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(NSFW) Join Ed, Chris, and Nate in this episode as Ed returns from Spain and shares his discoveries about the local craft beer scene—or the lack thereof. Ed recounts his visit to a single craft beer bar and a memorable drinking session with some Irish lads. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin, revealed as having the drunkest counties in the US, le…
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S2E105: Andy Ingram, Jeff Fowler & Jim Roper - Collab at Lumberyard
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In this split episode, Rob first conversed with Four Peaks co-founder, Andy Ingram. Andy shared how the brewery started in 1994-95, the challenges they faced during tough economic times, and how they managed to thrive. Andy talked about the negotiations for the "Kilt Lifter" trademark, the mixed reactions from the community, and the importance of m…
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S2E104: Daniel Olson Washington Brewers Guild
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Rob Fullmer interviews Daniel Olson, Executive Director of the Washington Brewers Guild, while he was in Seattle. They discuss the Seattle beer scene, Daniel's transition into his role, and the unique history of the Washington State Beer Commission, which transitioned into the Brewers Guild. Rob shares his experience with George Hancock, founder of…
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Andrew and Bonnie travel to Rocky Point for their 30th Anniversary. Why yes, there is beer value there! Rob debates Andrew on the merits of taking a booze cruise. Both believe that a desalination plant in Mexico is a terrible idea for different reasons. (The real reason is the cost would price out agriculture.) On to the next! Real Wild and Woody S…
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The week after Baja Beer Fest finds the Guild Team trucking the tents up to Flagstaff for Real Wild and Woody (coming up June 8th) and back down the hill to check out Sedona Beer Co's new Basecamp taproom. Oh, there was a new brewery opening too in Wickenburg-- Vulture Peak Brewing Co. While Andrew held down the fort, Rob spent Mother's Day in Seat…
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The Beer Frontierians break down the beloved Baja Beer Festival in Tuscon. We give the latest report from the Old Pueblo and discuss the future of the 8 year event. On to the next! Real Wild and Woody Saturday June 8, 2024 https://realwildandwoody.com/ Want to ask a question on the show? Record a question or comment for the show here: https://www.s…
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S2E100: The World Beer Cup / CBC in Las Vegas
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Oh, our 100th show in a row! Good job us! The Arizona Frontierians attended the Craft Brewers Conference in Las Vegas and cheered on the 4 World Beer Cup medaling breweries. Also an Evening in Prague, new brewery Pinnacle Brewing and Happy 9 year Anniversary to Goldwater Brewing. NEW DATE: The return of Baja Beer Fest is right around the corner on …
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S2E99: Sketches of Spain & Hermosillo
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Lessons learned from travel to countries that have beer monopolies. In Madrid, the large breweries have effectively pushed beer out of the thriving tapas culture. In Hermosillo, the breweries band together to throw a festival. It's a much different vibe than those in the US. You can find beer value and value in beer wherever you go! NEW DATE: The r…
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Road Sodas 15 | Ground Control Woes and Current News
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(NSFW) Ed is still out of the country, backpacking around Europe.... we think. Though we're not sure what he's doing over there. I'm sure we'll get filled in on his beer escapades when he gets back. Until then Nate and I decided to sit down at his place and have some of the newer Wren House releases. We talk about some current news from the latest …
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S2E97: The Path Ahead - the Saffords Part 2
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We had Google's Gemini create the show notes for this show. Chat.GPT just started making things up and ignoring entire sections of our podcast transcript. More and more the AI also makes some terrible captions. At any rate, here's Gemini. Remember the days of lining up for the latest, rarest craft beer? This podcast dives into how the craft beer in…
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S2E97: Tap and Banter with the Saffords. Part 1
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The AZ Beer Frontier team once again to leverage AI to write the episode notes based on what it knows about the beer world and the transcript of the conversation. Honestly it was a chat with long-time friends. Welcome to Arizona Beer Frontier! In this episode, hosts Rob and Andrew sit down with Scott and Rebecca Safford, the founders of Tap & Bottl…
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Part 1: (AZ)ealand Contrasting here and there Join Rob and Andrew, the dynamic duo behind Arizona Beer Frontier, in an engaging conversation exploring the rich tapestry of beer culture and culinary traditions. In this episode, the hosts delve into a variety of fascinating topics, including New Zealand's beer scene, the impact of prohibition in the …
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Road Sodas 14 | Tombstone Brewing Co North
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(NSFW) On this exhilarating installment of Road Sodas, your hosts Nate and Chris sit down at one of the valley's favorite brew pubs, Tombstone Brewing. But the north location, they didn't drive all the way down to Tombstone to enjoy Tombstone IPAs. During this new-ish format of Road Sodas they go over some behind the scenes talks from the last epis…
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S2E95: Proper Pack Produces Proper Environmentally Appropriate Packaging
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In this episode of Arizona Beer Frontier, the Beer Frontier Team chats with Jeff Watkins, founder of Proper Pack. Jeff's company specializes in sustainable packaging solutions for microbreweries. They discuss the intricacies of packaging design, collaboration opportunities with Tucson breweries, and the importance of embracing local culture in desi…
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S2E94: Camila Alarcon CamiLaw Law Labeling. CamiLaw Law Licensing
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The Beer Frontier Team was joined by Guild GC Camila Alarcon and her dog (1 of 3) Auggie. In this extensive conversation, the podcasters delve into various aspects of the alcohol industry, including the process of obtaining temporary extensions of premises, challenges faced by businesses in dealing with regulatory requirements, and the need for fle…
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214- Exploring Growth and Collaboration | The Shop Beer Co. and Crosby Hop Farms
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(NSFW) Join Nate and Chris for a captivating episode as they reunite with the team from The Shop Beer Co. to delve into their remarkable achievements over the past few years. From discussing the expansion of their production facility to the remodeling plans for the adjacent space, Dylan and Dave share insights into their journey. Learn about the wi…
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S2E93: "A Bunch of Stuff That's Pretty Relevant" Said the AI
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Here on the podcast, we're leveraging AI to write the transcript and the captioning of the show with often terrible results. But there is no denying that we'd be able to produce a pod and videocast without it. We try and correct some of the known issues... it thinks Phoenix is spelled Phenix and Wren House is Red House or Rent House. It seems to al…
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S2E92: Flagstaff After Dark- The Drinkening
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Well this is our drinkiest show as Andrew was on a mission. We headed north to celebrate Beaver Street Brewing's 30th Anniversary at the wonderful Orpheum Theater on March 1st. And we did a little bit of day drinking and night drinking on Saturday. Andrew's wife Bonnie makes a show appearance to counter a slightly surly Andrew and a slightly annoye…
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S2E91: AZ Beer Week Proclamated AF!
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In this week's episode: Proclamated AF, we delve into the proclamation of Arizona Beer Week by then Acting Governor and current Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, aka AF. We explore the decision-making process behind choosing the venue for the proclamation and press gathering, highlighting the bipartisan value of beer and breweries in political disc…
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213- Tapping into Community: Sarah Ritchie | Monster Brewing Co
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(NSFW) In this lively episode, Ed, Chris, Nate, and special guest Sarah Ritchie from Monster Brewing Company gather at Hair of the Dog in Gilbert, Arizona. Amidst clinking glasses, they explore Monster Energy's "The Beast" and Hard Tea, setting the stage for an engaging session. Sipping on Pueblo Vida Pulp IPA and Roses By the Stairs Fairy Dust Tri…
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Sic Bro Sic. Not in that way. Sick. Really Sic. Rob and Andrew limp through Arizona Beer Week with stomach conditions that preclude the consumption of liquids AND solids. We get a Legislative update and a brief discusssion on the hiatus of the American Homebrewers Association's HomebrewCon. Oh, and more unregulated products are delivered through th…
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S2E89: Minds at the Legislaure. Hearts at Arizona Strong. Soul is Arizona.
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EARLY RELEASE. This is where we are at. The cross roads on the eve of the eve of Arizona Beer Week. One of our biggest events of the year that funds the entire enterprise for the Brewers Guild--Arizona Strong Beer Festival. Our hearts are there. But this is also the time that we have to represent the industry at the state legislature. We normally d…
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212- Strong Beerfest 2024 | Rob Fullmer AZ Craft Brewers Guild
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(NSFW) In this episode, Chris and Ed sit down with Rob Fullmer, the Director of the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, to spill the beans on Strong Beer Fest 2024. The trio breaks down the festival's essentials—what to expect, where to be, and when it's all happening. Beyond festival talk, they explore past highlights, teasing with insights into this yea…
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What happens in small hot rooms with lawyers? Rob shares some of the idiosyncrasies of the job and the power dynamics at the Capitol. Andrew gets some unexpected items in the mail. We talk about the latest in beer news. Who won't be coming to the aid of home distillers? Who will win the Superbowl? What does Randall Pink Floyd want? No services or m…
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We rushed out this episode to announce that we are going to Help Employ More People as we support a very interesting bill at the Capitol. People often wonder why the laws between beer, wine, and spirits are so different and why they are designed to keep us from working together. We explore why through the lens of this lawmaking process. What if you…
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211- Rowley Farmhouse Ales 2024 | Funky Ales and Culinary Tales
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(NSFW) In this episode, Ed regales Nate and Chris with tales from his visit to the iconic Rowley Farmhouse Ales in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The studio comes alive with the popping of corks as the trio embarks on a beer-tasting adventure. The first sip is the uniquely crafted "Teosinte," a farmhouse ale where Oaxacan green dent corn, and Teosinte a Mex…
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From New Jersey to Nogales Denmark to Dragoon Glendale to the Bahamas Homebrew to Cider Mikkeller to McCain Dragoon to Drizly Stone to Strong Here's what's happening in our Beer World and yours on January 24th or the 25th depending on your timezone. No services or monetary considerations were made in exchange for this interview (as with all of our …
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We're all familiar with beer sales staff who work on behalf of either a brewery or a distributor, but a new kind of sales position is emerging in Arizona and other parts of the country — a shared salesperson that represents a handful of brands and coordinates with one or more distributors. These "people in our beer neighborhood" are more deeply int…
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(NSFW) Welcome to the first episode of 2024 with Ed, Chris, and Nate—a lively journey through the ever-evolving craft beer landscape. Ed brings back some hoppy treasures of Weld Works Extra Extra Juicy Bits IPA from his Colorado holiday, setting the stage for a year of exciting new brews. For the old news front, the gang talks about some drama that…
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S2E84: AZ Women’s Collab at Dragoon 2024 & YCH
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The Arizona Women's Collaboration Brew Day has a long history of bringing networking, camaraderie, and charitable contributions by women and for women. This year's location was Dragoon Brewing Company in Tucson. The Arizona Beer Frontier team sat down with 2 of the 4 committee members, Sarah Ritchie and Michael Anne Arnce to find out what the exper…
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