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Alefort

Posted on March 25, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (episode 27) – David and Mckenna are organizing Alefort, the beer part of the Treefort Music Festival, this year and took time to talk to us about what to expect. Along with the unique beers we’ve seen … Continue reading →

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Brian Baker Brews

Posted on March 18, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (episode 26) – For runners, triathletes and other physically active people, finding a great beer that can hydrate and fuel you is difficult. Brian Baker discusses his attempt at making just such a beer and the science … Continue reading →

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Numbers

Posted on March 16, 2015 by twsobey

A couple weeks ago, I noticed that I was approaching post Number 100. Trying to figure out what I could do to celebrate that milestone, nothing special was coming to mind. Talking with my friend Betsy (check out her blog, … Continue reading →

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Heinous Homebrew

Posted on March 11, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (Episode 25) – Bill Weppner joined me to talk with Erik Antink at Heinous Homebrew (and cycles) about his latest Bavarian Wit, a partial mash recipe he created. We also discussed the coffee salted-caramel stout he brewed … Continue reading →

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Krakow continued

Posted on March 7, 2015 by twsobey

The second day in Poland, we wanted to venture out of town. The train ride was very different from what we were used to in Eastern Europe of the UK. The train cars were wider than usual and rather than … Continue reading →

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8 Feathers Distillery

Posted on March 4, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (Episode 24) – Larry and Rick from 8 Feathers talk about their Moonshine and Corn Whiskey. We discuss the aging of their moonshine which differentiates it from traditional moonshine. Rick also explains how the distilling process is … Continue reading →

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Crescent Brewing

Posted on February 25, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (Episode 23) – Jerry at Crescent Brewing talks about their new coconut porter… but he still won’t tell us how he got the coconut flavor. We also discuss his plans for a new oatmeal stout. He tells … Continue reading →

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Running and Krakow

Posted on February 21, 2015 by twsobey

Some days it’s almost impossible to convince yourself to get out the door on a run. Other days, you’re so excited about running, you get two blocks from the house before realizing you forgot to put on shoes. Today was … Continue reading →

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Blackbird Brewing

Posted on February 18, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (Episode 22) – Shane and Terry at Blackbird Brewing talk about the IPA they are looking forward to releasing when they open. They also discuss the joys and challenges of opening a nano-brewery using Kickstarter.

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Haff Brewing

Posted on February 11, 2015 by twsobey

Boise Brew Minute (Episode 21) – Brian at Haff Brewing introduces us to his new brewery and some of their beers. We discuss Sargent Haff IPA and the proceeds of which go to local veterans’ groups. We also talked about … Continue reading →

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