On this week's episode James reveals his new homebrewing upgrade, the duo visit one of their favorite breweries and highlight a local craftsman. Plus, hear what they have to say about Hoplark's new line of Hopwater. 

It's the second part of the brew off results! James, Shannon, Caitlin and Garreth, have some laughs and critique their respective blonde ales using the Beer Judge Certification Guidelines (BJCG). The quad touch on the creative side of brewing and discuss the name origin and label creation. Plus, Double Hopbeat throws Fenrir Brewing for a loop with a special surprise edition of this limited edition blonde ale. Find out which beer reigns supreme!
Special thanks to our brew off guests @FenrirBrewing and @aithoncreative
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On this week’s special episode James and Shannon are joined by Garreth and Caitlin Wippel from @fenrirbrewing and @aithoncreative to discuss their homebrewing journey and share experiences from the first Brew off challenge. Recipe development for the Brew off blonde ale and so much more! Keep the brewing session going by subscribing and reviewing on all your podcast platforms and by following us on instagram @doublehopbeatpodcast

This week James and Shannon are joined by Advanced Cicerone Mandy Naglich (@beerswithmandy). They explore the world of Farmhouse Ales as well as what it takes to become a Cicerone. Plus, the duo put Mandy's knowledge to the test with a beer pairing challenge.
Be sure to check out Mandy's new Farmhouse Project #trythisfarmhouse. 
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It's a mixed pack! Crack open a cold one and join Shannon and James for a news round up. The preliminary stats are out detailing the impact of the pandemic on the craft beer industry, Shannon tries to entice James with a new simulator game and the duo break out a new segment highlighting homebrewing equipment. 

James and Shannon are joined by homebrewer Jason Lowery from Steele City Brewing. Hear Jason's brewing origin story, how his garage ended up resembling a crime scene, and what the duo thought of his homebrews. 

It's the return of Double Hopbeat! New year, new episodes and a whole new look for the independent craft beer and homebrewing podcast.
On this episode, James and Shannon get back to basics in their discussion around how their love of homebrewing and craft beer started. James shares his first homebrewing experience and where his brewing is today. Shannon recalls her first brewery experience at Alexander Keith's and how she became interested in craft beer. Plus, a look at what's ahead in the pulse of brewing for 2021.
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James and Shannon look back on 2020 and if their predictions from last year came true. They also explore where craft beer might go in 2021. Plus, the dynamic duo have a big announcement for the New Year!