In this episode, I sit down with a pair of young men embarking on their brewing careers at their family’s brewery in Salt Lake City, UT—TF Brewing. Porter and Emmett Templin are not only passionate about mastering the craft of brewing but are also dedicated to preserving the high standards that have made TF Brewing a local standout. With Porter ste…

In this episode I finally sit down with brewmaster Jeremy Gross of Grid City Beer Works! We discuss Jeremy's history of home brewing, and cutting his teeth at High West Distillery. Jeremy has a pallet like no other and over time has developed his love of flavors in brewing, cooking and learning to be a bbq pit master. We discuss Grid City Beer Work…

Wow, Iv'e been chasing this episode for 2 years! I finally was able to sit down with Founder and Master Brewer of 2Row Brewing Brian Coleman and be put on game! We talk 2Row, home brewing, learning and having a focus on yeast. Brian and I also discuss the new location and sprawling location which is 2Row in Midvale, UT in the Salt Lake Valley. From…

Wow, episode 70 just so happened to be my live recording from the funnest and liveliest craft beer fest! The Utah Brewers Guild, Wild West Collab Fest. I sit down with Mikey for the first hour and talk Utah beer, Wild West Collab Fest, collab beers and more. Then I keep it rolling for much longer then I needed to be and sit down with brewers, celle…

In this episode I sit at the bar in the taproom at Chappell Brewing and talk to the team about the Salt City Suds & Chappell Brewing Collab. Journey West. I talk to Jen, Opi and Tim to get their thoughts on the collaboration, the beer itself, the Utah Brewers Wild West Collab Fest and much more. I enjoy a couple pints of the collab itself as it's j…

In this episode I sit down with Paul Konopelski, Head of Operations at Unita Brewing Company in Salt Lake City, UT. Paul started his path in fermented beverages back in the 90's when his Dad was home brewing. From that point on beer has been on Pauls' radar. From his chemistry classes at UC Santa Barbara to home brewing and heading to UC Davis Mast…

In this episode I sit down with James Weed as it's been over two years since we last recorded. James and I first recorded at Solstice Malt where I was given a tour of the malt house and was shown how James floor malts! Now fast forward to 2024 and James has expanded what he is doing with malts, including barrel agin malts. James has a vast history …

In this episode I sit down with Jacob and Randon of Proper Brewing Company. I've enjoyed a few pints with Jacob but this is the first time we're joined by Randon, the GM of Proper Brewing. We enjoy a Mexican Black lager to start the podcast and dive right into that beer. We discuss brewing, the tap room, sales, collaborations and much more. We defi…

This episode was recorded on location at Northeast Barrel Company in Lansdale, PA. I sit down with Pat Tramontano and Ian Culcaski. We discuss Northeast Barrel Co, Craft beer, PA and much more. We also enjoy two barrel aged beers and plenty of laughs. Cheers and enjoy. I apologize for any audio issues as I travelled light on recording gear. Cheers!…

In this episode I sit down with Viri of Beehive Distilling. The educator recently turned bar back, turned bar tender talks how she went from educating young minds to education patrons about spirits and cocktails. We talk moving to Utah from LA, graduating from the U of U. Viri brings the heat with the new seasonal cocktails from Beehive Distilling …

In this episode I make it back to TF Brewing to start 2024. I sit down with Greg who's in packaging at TF but like the rest of the team wears many hats at the brewery. Greg also has some of the best facial hair in the beer game. We sit down in the barrel room at TF and discuss how Greg broke into the craft beer industry. From his time at Shades Bre…

In this episode I sit down with Danni A., & Tristan of Epic Brewing. Danni is currently the GM of Epic Brewing and Tristan is the beer/bar tender at Epic. We sit down at Chappell Brewing as this was Danni's and Tristans first time there. We enjoy some cold pints while discussing the Epic School of Brewing. What is the most difficult part of being a…

In this episode I sit down with the dynamic and bubbly duo, the Salty Ladies, Sara and Tabatha! We sit down in the tasting room at Level Crossing for another episode full of laughs and more laughs. We discuss how the duo met and what excited them to work together on their current venture per se. @thesaltyladies explore SLC & Utah food and drinks. F…

In this episode I travel up to O-Town to talk craft beer, food, Ogden and more with Brett Walker of UTOG. We sit down overlooking the brewing pit as Brett calls it and talk about Bretts' journey to UTOG. From home brewing to working at Epic Brewing. Brett started with UTOG at it's launch in 2019 and now is the head brewer. We discuss UTOG, the beer…

Apologies for the difference in audio quality and format! I'm learning a new software but the conversation was still great. I recorded with Buckner in packaging and Jake the head brewer at Epic Brewing. Give us a rating of your choice on your platform. Good or bad, it all helps the podcast in the war again the algorithm. Enjoy this episode and let …

You're in for a fun but long episode. In this episode I sit down with Jon Absey, who is better known as the former Utah Jazz Bear! We take a walk through memory lane with Jon from high school to his current charities. Jon came bearing gifts from Drekker Brewing. We discuss Jon and the Jazz Bear with stunts and fan interactions. Jon discusses being …

In this episode I sit down with Cody Frank. Cody is part of the Uinta Brewing team and works in packaging. From home brewing to working in local breweries, Cody is learning on the job and everyday. Support the showPor Salt City

In this episode I sit down in a rowdy place where you can wield steel in the form of an axe! Social Axe Throwing. I sit down with Brayden Floyd one of three partners who launched their business in 2016 in O-Town, UT. Brayden and his team quickly expanded into SLC and opened not without resistance, a place where you can enjoy local craft beer and ch…

In this episode I sit down with Tanner Lenart who is also known as @UTliquorlawyer. Tanner and I sit down at Second Summit Hard Cider to discuss several topics. We discuss what an alcohol attorney does and the practice entails. From assisting a wide variety of clients in obtaining the proper licenses for their line of business within the food & alc…

In this episode I travel up north to Ogden, UT to record with brewmaster Jaqcuie King of Ogden Beer Co., a newly opened brewery here in UT. We're accompanied by Cellerman at OBC, Luiz. Ogden Beer Co., opened in January of 2023 as they came into the space of the former Ogden River Brewing. We discuss the path Jaqcuie has taken to accomplish her goal…

In this episode I have a round robin of guests from our first annual bottle share. We recorded at North East Barrel Co., in South Salt Lake, UT. I have quick conversations and enjoy tasting different beers with NEBC owner, Matt as well Mike from the Utah Beer Blog & Bryce, a sponsor of the podcast to name a few of the guests. This was a fun episode…

In this episode I sit down with Jaron Anderson, Head Brewer and Owner of Helper Beer in Helper, Utah. Helper Beer recently opened is currently the newest brewery in Utah. First opening dry without any beer on tap and within a month having 8-9 beers ready for locals and tourist abound. Now Helper has over 11 offerings for you to enjoy. Jaron discuss…

In this episode I sit down with Michael Utzinger of T.F. Brewing. Michael happily enjoys time with his fiancé, pet dog and cat is your go-to-guy when it comes to all things video games. Michael, joined the T.F. Brewing team about a year ago and has been learning to brew under the like of Kevin, Sam and Cobb. Michael sees himself as a sponge when it…

In this episode is sit down with my San Francisco connect and enjoy a couple pints at Grid City Beer Works. Will also known as @el_perro_borracho on Instagram decided to make a trip to the Beehive State and see for himself what I keep pushing online. The Utah beer scene! Will and I discuss his first impression of SLC as we drove into the city and B…

In this episode I sit down with Kris, a beer tender at Grid City Beer Works. Kris and I discuss her move from a craft beer meca, San Diego, CA to Salt Lake City, UT. We discuss her initial thoughts about Utah and SLC and her experience once her and her boyfriend, now fiancé arrived in town. Kris talks about enjoying craft beer at Squatters where sh…

In this episode I sit down with Bryce Thompson. An arborist who enjoys local craft beer. Bryce has a history of brewing and working in the hospitality industry. We discuss his experiences with craft beer and being from Southern Utah. We sit down in the tap room of Salt Fire Brewing, which is where Bryce and I initially met. We enjoy some cold brews…

In this episode I sit down at Salt Flats Brewing with Elizabeth Adams & Karson Pope. Both of who are brewers at Salt Flats. We discuss how Elizabeth became a brewer at Salt Flats. Elizabeth discusses the firkin program at the brewery. We discuss the up coming Wild West Collab Fest. Elizabeth discusses being a new brewer. Karson joins the podcast po…

After many times of recording at TF Brewing with many great guests I finally was able to sit down with the man responsible for Templin Family Brewing, Kevin Templin. Kevin and I discuss several topics. We discuss some well known knowledge about Kevins brewing past. From a short stint with home brewing and using old mining caves in Alta to use for p…

In this episode the podcast travels to Anaheim, CA. I packed up my podcast gear and headed to southern California for a work trip. I sit down in the confines of my suite with Art of @La_Brewlife of Instagram. Over the past several months Art and I have followed each other and supported each others page and craft beer content. We sit down for a fun …

In this episode is sit down with a lively Red, who recently started working as a brewer for Roosters Brewing. We are joined by a mellow and laid back Steve Kirkland who is the brewmaster at Roosters. We start of the episode discussing what Steve calls a cold IPA as having an "identity crisis". Which was poured and ready to enjoy a taster. Red discu…

In this episode I sit down with Tim Chappell of Chappell Brewing in South Salt Lake City, UT. Chappell was going to open its doors as Apex Brewing but due to litigation the team had to change the name. Tim talks about the hard work it has taken him to open the doors and now the challenge of getting you to step inside the newest brewery in Utah is a…

In this episode I sit down with Joe and Brandon of Second Summit Cider in Millcreek, UT. We sit down in what is going to be the office space of the Second Summit as the construction is ongoing. Joe discusses how the idea of a Cider Bar came about. Brandon, the head cider maker, feels comfortable being back in Utah as he recently moved from Colorado…

In this episode I sit down with Melissa Diaz, or better know as Diaz. Diaz in her short time in Utah has made quite an impression on the local community. Wether if it's her pouring you a beer, baking a cupcake you've enjoyed or a treat for your canine friend, Diaz thoroughly enjoys making people feel happy. We recorded this episode at TF Brewing pe…

In this episode we recorded live in the tap room of Park City Brewing Company for the release of; Salt City Haze. The collaboration beer between Park City Brewing Company and the Salt City Suds Podcast. The beer is a Hazy Pale Ale and is definitely a beer packed with flavor. We sit down with friends and family to talk about the HAZY, craft beer, Pa…

In this episode I'm in the comforts of home as I record my first virtual podcast. I talk with master brewer, John Anaya and head brewer Jonathan Tate of King Cong Brewing in Sacramento California. Please pardon the first 10 minutes of audio as we were at the mercy of our internet connections. This episode was great as we discuss King Cong Brewing. …

In this episode of the Salt City Suds Podcast, I sit down with Mark Medura & Chris Detrick of Level Crossing Brewing. Mark is the founder & owner of Level Crossing Brewing. Chris Detrick is the brew master at Level Crossing Brewing and a day one employee for the soon to be four-year-old brewery. We discuss the recent release of "The Black Album" an…

In our first episode of 2023, we sit down with Matt Burdick, head brewer of Desert Edge Brewing in Salt Lake City, UT. Matt discusses the history of Desert Edge Brewing at the pub. Which is 50 years+ in business as a pub and going on 30 years as a brewery. We discuss the brews that Matt enjoys as he had a pint ready for us to try and get started wi…

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Best of Bewilder Brewing. From the onset of the episode Brian and I have some laughs. Brian talks about how the brewing community is tightknit with friendly competition built in. We discuss how brewing under experienced brewers has benefitted Brian up to this point in his career as a brewer. Brian discusses th…

In this episode is sit down with Adam Peck. Adam is an educator, CBS & BJCP judge to name a few things up his sleeve. We sit down in a private clubhouse to have some pints & discuss Adam’s journey to this point. We taste brews from across the country! Adam recounts the experience of moving to Utah. We discuss how Adam has taken to the local craft b…

In this episode I sit down with Rio Connelly of Scion Cider in Salt Lake City. We talk about the history of beer styles and Rios history with brewing. Rio enlightens me about varietals of apples that we no longer have access too as people. Rio pours a flight of ciders for us to taste and journey through. Rio highlights the location of Scion Cider a…

In this episode Troy Higgins joins the podcast. Troy is the head brewer at Park City Brewing Company. From travel nursing to brewing! Troy discusses his history with beer from Philly to Park City. Troy has done it all and everything in between. In this episode we discuss Troys home brewing past and his first brew. Working in the LAB which is a one …

In this episode I sit down with Andy, a brewer in training at Grid City Beer Works. We sit down in the tap room at Salt Flats Brewing. Andy is an Angelino who is now living in Salt Lake City, UT. Andy and I discuss how his beer journey lead him to leave Los Angeles for the mountains of Utah. From his start at a local liquor store to Uintah Brewing …

In this episode I sit down with Sabriel Gee and Troy Mumm of the Utah Ale Trail at Salt Fire Brewing. Sabriel, Troy and I discuss the recently wrapped up Utah Ale Trail fall crawl. We discuss Third Sun & a Vancouver trip that sparked an idea. The initial fall crawl which took place in 2018. Collaboration brew(s) & favorite beer of 2022 so far. Than…

Episode 30! We made it to a year as a podcast and we couldn't have asked for a funner episode. In this episode I sit down with prior guest Nicci Lyman and new guest, Mike Tuiasoa. This episode is full of laughs and good times. The terrific trio touch on different topics from recording at Level Crossing Brewing, wet hop brews, Nicci's new career mov…

In this episode is sit down with The Three Musky Beers of TF Brewing! I sit down with Kyle, Cobb and Sam whom are all part of the brewing family at TF. This episode is full of laughs as #talkhop. We discuss how Cobb & Kyle got their start in the craft beer industry. The brewers discuss Oktoberfest, GABF, hops and constantly cleaning. We also discus…

In this episode I sit down with the one and only Josh Scheuerman! Josh is an established artist who's work can be found throughout the Wasatch! Josh is a graphic designer, photographer, painter, muralist and much more. We sit down at Fisher Brewing in Salt Lake City within their newly implemented canning line. We discuss Josh's history with art and…

In this episode of the Salt City Suds Podcast I sit James Fowler of Sugar House Distillery. James & company welcomes us with a beautiful spread of their spirits. James discusses the history of distilling in UT. We dive into how James went from home brewing to opening up a distillery. James discusses the early days of SHD and how the flavors were re…

In this episode is sit down with the Executive Director of the Utah Brewers Guild, Teri Mumm. Teri and I sit down for a pint and discussion at Hopkins Brewing which was a little loud, hopefully you don't mind the noise. Teri and I discuss the Utah Brewers Guild Collab Fest. We discuss Teris' history within the Utah beer community. Teri discusses ho…

In this episode I sit down with brewer Jacob Fluetsch of Proper Brewing Co. Jacob and I discuss Jacobs the dog days of summer and the heat wave we're in and how that affects the brewhouse. Jacob has a crispy lager for us to taste, Shorty's by Proper. We also discuss how COVID possibly fast tracked Jacobs career path into brewing. We discuss core be…

In this episode is sit down with beer bae, Karsen Moon. Karsen is the head brewer or RoHa Brewing Project. Karsen discusses his history with brewing craft beer. Karsen talks about developing his craft in a hot bed for "the juice that we drink" as he puts it, in San Diego, CA. We discuss what it means to be the head brewer and how that changes ones …