Its a Bonus episode of Double Hopbeat! Part II of our Behind the Bar series features Ashley, a home brewer and brew-tender from California. Ashley talks about her journey in home brewing and shares stories from her time at Mad River Brewing, including some April Fools hi-jinx. 

On this Halloween episode, James and Shannon cast a craft beer spell on all things Halloween: candy pairings, costumes and party ideas. Tune in to hear haunted brewery stories and much more. 

As part of a new series, James and Shannon highlight brewtenders from neighborhoods near and far. In this week's episode they are on location with Nick Callahan, coffee roaster for Kahfee Roasting Company and brewtender at Percival Brewing in Norwood, MA. Together they delve into the realm of coffee roasting and how its being integrated with craft beer and much more. 

James and Shannon explore the tradition of Oktoberfest and discuss the Oktoberfest brews you can try at home.

James and Shannon share their latest brewery experience at Skyroc Brewing and blast off into exploration of beer in space. Have you ever wondered what craft beer could be like in space? Episode 13 is out of this world fun with a history of alcohol in space, space themed beers, Strange Brew Festival, craft beer on Mars, alien scenarios and much more. 

James and Shannon share some information about hops, including James's favorites. And Shannon “declares there has been a murder”! Listen to find out more. 

James and Shannon share a recent trip to Cape Cod breweries and discuss some must have gadget and tech for home brewers. 

Shannon and James share their latest brewery experience at Democracy Brewing, review a popular all grain New England IPA kit, and give some tips for organizing your brew day and homebrewing supplies. They also share some listener experiences from both near and far.