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United We Drink
With years of experience under their belts Mike, Kevin and Tim discuss the beer industries highs, lows and everywhere in between.
Episodes
United We Drink057 - Bell's of the Ball
When Bell's Brewery announced their sale to Lion, the parent company of New Belgium, people had a lot of feelings. Our hosts are no different but with more…
United We Drink056 - So I (Seasonal) Creep
Every July the same conversation begins amongst beer lovers and beer makers. It's a conversation with extreme prejudice on each side of the argument. It's a…
United We Drink055 - To Due South
When news dropped that Due South Brewing in Boynton Beach was closing it hit each of the co-hosts. Every one of them have worked at Due South at some point…
United We Drink054 - Brewery Horror Stories
Breweries are commonly looked at, to the outside, as fun places to work but many seem to forget that it is a job that is often time dangerous and things can go…
United We Drink053 - Bye Brown
Brown Distributing was, at one time, a force in the Florida beer market. It covered the entire state for with a huge craft portfolio while also being an ABI…
United We Drink052 - What Would Kevin Change?
On a previous episode Mike and Joel discussed how they would open up a brewery. Kevin has opened a brewery so the guys decide to ask him if there are any…
United We Drink051 - What Happens Post Pandemic?
The guys talk about what they think a post pandemic world in the beverage industry looks like. Is that even a thing? This episode is sponsored by the Liquid…
United We Drink050 - Shooting the Shit with Phil Clark
Phil Clark, from the Brit and Yankee Craft Beer Pubcast, joins the show to talk about Chicago suburbs beer, drinking out of the can and his dislike of a…
United We Drink049 - Not the Title We Mention
The guys discuss the media's jumping to conclusions on the end of seltzer and Kevin talks about his first beer fest in COVID world. You can check out the New…
United We Drink048 - Something New
Mike and Joel welcome Kevin Abbott to the show as the new permanent co-host. Kevin discusses his career in beer, his dislike of the previous co-host and why…
United We Drink047 - What's Going On?
Mike and Joel bring you up to date on what is going on with the show including Joel's health and a new co-host making their debut on the next show. This…
United We Drink046 - Shootin the Shit with Alexandria Gray
Alexandria Gray from Bay Cannon Beer joins the guys to shoot the shit about...really...just a whole lot of stuff. It's a great conversation and you'd be…
United We Drink045 - A Chat with Tim Johnson
Tim Johnson from the Bitter Units Podcast is here to talk about just about anything. He talks how he got into beer, what grinds his gears and a crazy idea that…
United We Drink044 - How We'd Build a Brewery
The guys discuss, in a realistic way, how they would build a brewery. Where? What size system? What sort of beers? What kind of aesthetic? Get a sneak peak…
United We Drink043 - Rapid Fire
The guys take what was supposed to be a "quick episode" and dive into Good Beer Hunting's recent story about Constellation and it's craft brands. Then Mike…
United We Drink042 - Back at It
The guys are back after taking a break for the month of March. They discuss the recently released Top 50 Craft Brewers by Volume list. Mike and Joel then take…
United We Drink041 - More Classics
Mike and Joel take a look at a couple more classic brands that were important in their early days of craft beer, Bell's Two Hearted and North Coast's Old…
United We Drink040 - The Brewmaster Has No Clothes
The guys dive into the whole Boulevard situation and how the craft beer industry really isn't what it makes itself out to be. This episode is sponsored by the…
United We Drink039 - A Chat With Anyaa Carter
Mike and Joel sit down and have a conversation with their friend Anyaa Carter. She is a beer fan and brewer who is open and honest about the beer community. It…
United We Drink038 - New Year's Resolutions
It's a new year and the guys offer up their closest thing to resolutions that they feel they can muster. It's positive, really! This episode is sponsored by…
United We Drink037 - Merry Merry
With the holidays upon us Mike and Joel discuss what they enjoy drinking on Christmas and New Years. Plus the winter beer seasonal window seems to be the…
United We Drink036 - A Chat with Phil Palmisano
The guys sit down and grill their own, Phil, to find out more about where he comes from and what drives him working in this industry. It's a fun and personal…
United We DrinkBeing Thankful
Mike and Joel take a little time to talk about what they are thankful for in 2020 as we enter the holiday season. Spoiler alert: They are thankful for you, the…
United We Drink035 - A Chat with Jason Thompson
The guys talk with Jason Thompson, head brewer of Calusa Brewing, to discuss things like how a SoCal guy opens a brewery in Florida, classic beer styles and…
United We Drink034 - A Chat with Matt Gilliland
Mike and Joel welcome friend of the show Matt Gilliland (aka Matty Smooth) from New Belgium Brewing to the show. Matt has been at New Belgium for nearly 23…
United We Drink033 - A Chat with Charlie Meers
Charlie Meers of, Tampa's newest brewery, Magnanimous Brewing joins the show to talk about what it's like opening up a brewery during a global pandemic. This…
United We Drink032 - Revisiting Our Entry Beers
On this episode the guys each select one of the beers that got them into craft beer and revisit them. Do they hold up to their evolved tastes? What is the…
United We Drink031 - A Chat with Jeremy Danner
The guys have a conversation with Jeremy Danner of 4 Hands Brewing Company to talk about his over 15 years in the brewing industry, Twitter, baseball and more…
United We Drink030 - A Chat with Peter Anderson
The guys sit down for a chat with Peter Anderson, Lead Brewer from Metropolitan Brewing, to talk about his background, making all lagers in a very hype focused…
United We Drink029 - A Chat with Joel Kodner
Mike sits down and has a chat with Joel about life, Chicago, beer and movies. This episode is sponsored by the American Homebrewers Association. Follow United…
United We Drink028 - Good Times
The guys take a stroll down memory lane with some of their fondest memories in the beer world. This episode is sponsored by the American Homebrewers…
United We Drink027 - Dem Wolves Anniversary
This is a completely loaded episode. Firstly it is the show's 1st Anniversary since restarting the podcast. The recording takes place during Mike's "bachelor…
United We Drink026 - #VisitFlorida
The guys discuss the winding road that is Florida breweries and their taprooms in the COVID-19 era. Executive orders have been passed but not very well…
United We Drink025 - A Little Q&A
On this episode the guys field some Q&A from themselves. This episode is sponsored by the American Homebrewers Association. Follow United We Drink on their…
United We Drink024 - Retail Revisited
The guys discuss how the retail space is looking for beer in this COVID-19 era and what to expect in the not too distant future. This episode of the show is…
United We Drink023 - A Chat with Sean Nordquist
Sean Nordquist, the Executive Director of the Florida Brewers Guild, joins the show to talk about the current state of breweries in Florida. Follow United We…
United We Drink022 - Acidicness
The guys discuss low carb beers, the perfect summer cocktail and if "acidicness" is a word. This episode of the show is sponsored by the Drizly. Follow United…
United We Drink021 - Let's Catch Up
After a couple weeks off the guys are back to catch up on the their happenings as the COVID-19 pandemic continues and the beer industry continues to roll with…
United We Drink020 - Mistakes Were Made
The guys discuss some "bumps in the road" in their early parts of their beer careers along with checking in with each other during this ongoing global…
United We Drinkm013 - I'm Doing it Now!
This is going to be the last mini episode for a little bit so the guys explain the change and what to expect in it's place. This mini episode of the show is…
United We Drink019 - Good Vibes
During these scary times of uncertainty the guys decide to spotlight some good being done in the industry. Let's help spread some good vibes. This episode of…
United We Drinkm012 - Not So Mini
The guys discuss their continuing lives and how the industry is reacting in the constantly changing world during the COVID-19 pandemic. This mini episode of…
United We Drink018 - Hot Mics
In a very different episode the guys' mics are hot and anything is on the table. They discuss the current COVID-19 pandemic and how it is affecting their lives…
United We Drinkm011 - Quality?
The guys get some great questions in Q&A including one about quality. What's that right? And Phil's new United We Playlist will have you saying WHOOP WHOOP!…
United We Drink017 - Beer Competitions
Winning a medal in an acclaimed beer competition can be a big deal for a brewery. The guys discuss beer competitions and what goes into them. How is a beer…
United We Drinkm010 - Beer Fests Rehash
The guys rehash some talk on beer fests and Joel offers up his hair metal playlist on Spotify on this week's show. This mini episode is sponsored by the…
United We Drink016 - Beer Fests
Beer fests seem to be popping up all over the place to where you are hard pressed to not find one any given weekend. The guys discuss the ups and downs of the…
United We Drinkm009 - Now That's What I Call Mini
The guys take on the tough question, what's the best beer and shot combo, and more on this episode. This mini episode is sponsored by the Florida Brewers Guild…
United We Drink015 - Distribution
Following up last episode's talk about own premise the guys discuss sending beer outside of the brewery and distribution. This episode of the show is sponsored…
United We Drink014 - Own Premise
Breweries have an interesting and unique way to get their beer to consumers with their taprooms, tasting rooms and brewpubs. They guys discuss the topic of own…
United We Drinkm008 - The Miniest Episode Yet
Some brief Q&A, Phil has a new Spotify playlist and more on the smallest mini episode ever. This mini episode is sponsored by the American Homebrewers…
United We Drink013 - Industry Projections
With 2020 underway the guys discuss what they see going on in the beverage industry this year. Last year was crazy, will this one be the same? This episode of…
United We Drinkm007 - New Year New Beer
Back with their first episode of the 2020 the guys rehash some talk about mental health, answer some Q&A and more! This mini episode of the show is sponsored…
United We Drink012 - Mental Health
The beer industry isn't all pints and bottle shares. It can take a toll on one's mental health. The guys discuss their own struggles with trying to keeping a…
United We Drinkm006 - Christmas Without Joel
With Joel being out of town Mike and Phil tackle some holiday themed Q&A, rehash some bucket list talk and Mike gives you a new Spotify playlist. This mini…
United We Drink011 - Bucket Lists
The guys dive into their own personal beer bucket lists. What breweries do they want to visit? Who do they want to collaborate with? This episode of the show…
United We Drinkm005 - Phil Upsets Everyone
Phil is back in the studio and he is here to piss some specific people off. The guys answer some Q&A. Phil also has a new Spotify playlist. This mini episode…
United We Drink010 - What to Expect Getting Into the Industry
You may be thinking about getting into the beer industry and the guys have some advice that may be beneficial to know about the process. Plus the New Belgium…
United We Drinkm004 - How to Handle Bad Beer
The guys open up Q&A with some more listener submitted questions including about handling beer that doesn't turn out the way it was intended and bottle/mug…
United We Drink009 - Responsible Consumption
The guys discuss keeping alcohol consumption responsible when working in the beer industry. This episode of the show is sponsored by the FRW Studios. Follow…