Buffalo Brews Podcast
All things brewing around Buffalo, Western New York, New York State, and beyond. We talk craft beer, wine, history, places to go, things to do and much more. Appreciate new experiences and explore the many facets of life has to offer with us… at the Buffalo Brews Podcast.
Episodes
124 episodes since 2023
Busy Week, Milk Stout Treat
In the weeks filled with miles ran and hiked, with two challenges finished, it's only appropriate to kick back with a tasty dessert beer and talk about recent drives and activities. Jason and Bri talk movies and visits to Eli Fish and Windy Bre...
September 17, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 122
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35:38
BEAR-ly Getting Started 6.4 - Scotch Ale
There is Scottish Ale and then there is Scotch Ale. What's the difference? Do the Scottish prefer hops or malts? Jason and Craig steer off for a few moments on the subject of English Barley Wine and the connections. Brewing techniques are discu...
September 10, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 121
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34:40
On a Whim... Wine, Brunch and Pumpkin
A last-minute decision created a Sunday adventure to Seneca Lake as we visited J.R. Dill Winery for a new vodka release. Afterwards we headed to, friends of the podcast, Toast Winery for some of their new offerings and to talk shop. Finishing t...
September 03, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 120
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39:45
BEAR-ly Getting Started 6.3 - Irish Red Ale
You cannot talk about a feature of UK beers without talking about the Irish Red Ale. What is it and what gives it the bold flavor we have come to know? We spend a fair amount of time on those distinctive tasting notes. Do you like vinegar as th...
August 27, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 119
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29:49
Fair Tunes and Home Brews
As the 184th Erie County Fair comes to an end, the memories and a great night of 90's county music remain. Jason and Sabrina talk the concert as well as the food and drink of the fair featuring Hamburg Brewing Company and Blackbird Cider Works....
August 20, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 118
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41:42
BEAR-ly Getting Started 6.2 - English Bitter
Founded in 1778 and becoming the largest brewery in Manchester, England in 1887, Boddingtons has produced its share of popular beverages. Let's give you an introduction to cask ale. We revisit the widget, and it's use in nitrogen-infused beer. ...
August 13, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 117
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30:05
Paris Olympics Edition
The Paris Olympics are here. With so much pageantry and competition on television, we decided to use that energy and celebrate good food, drink and activities. From disc golf and International Beer Day to Rennaissance Faires and National Mead D...
August 06, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 116
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51:19
BEAR-ly Getting Started 6.1 - English Mild
Happy 1st Anniversary to Bear-ly Getting Started! Year two starts as we explore 'UK in a Day'. Twenty-four hours of fine European selections, eight hours at a time. In this first episode we learn about English Style Mild Ale. What is it and wha...
July 29, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 115
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37:49
From Hawaii, With Love
With Will finished in Hawaii it is also the end of the Paradise Series. Will and Jason talk about the Hawaii Beer Fest and some of the highlights of island life. When you are finished listening, check out episodes 34 (Buffalo Brews in Paradise)...
July 23, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 114
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30:28
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.6 - Cold IPA
As the IPA's For Days series comes to a close, we explore one the fastest rising stars with a promising future. Introducing, the Cold IPA. Hop-focused, rich and fruity esters with non-traditional yeast strains. How is it brewed that sets it apa...
July 16, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 113
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37:03
150 Years of the Village of Hamburg with Mayor Thomas P. Tallman
Since the Village of Hamburgh (correct spelling) was incorporated in 1874 by then-president George M. Pierce, history has evolved through its people, architecture, infrastructure and technology. In 2024 Jason sits down with current Mayor Thomas...
July 09, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 112
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39:33
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.5 - Milkshake IPA
Milkshake. Milkshake IPA. One is creamy and dessert. The other is creamy, fruity and could be a dessert selection. One requires a straw. The other beckons your waiting lips to the edge of a freshly poured glass. What characteristics make the Mi...
July 02, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 111
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35:40
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.4 - Hazy IPA
The episode many have waited for. Born from the legendary Vermont brewery, The Alchemist, we set aside our simple, traditional and crisp cousin for the hop varieties, juiciness, cloudiness and complex flavor profiles that made Heady Topper famo...
June 13, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 110
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39:40
22 Acres of Meier's Creek Brewing Company
In 2016, 22 acres of farmland located outside Cazenovia, NY belonged to a different brewery with different goals. Fast forward to 2019 when that brewery was replaced with Meier's Creek Brewing Company and the result was some of the finest IPA's...
June 06, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 109
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40:39
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.3 - Double IPA
Listening to this series you know what an IPA is. But what is a double IPA? Jason and Craig let you know as well as where they come from and how they are made. In the who's who category we introduce Vinnie Cilurzo, the Godfather of the modern d...
May 30, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 108
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34:05
CXR
We had the pleasure of being official sponsors of ESW BrawlFest and sat down with the new ESW Tag-Team Champions, Chael Conners and TJEpixx of CXR. Brian and Jason ask about their interest in wrestling, their training, and we learn what...
May 23, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 107
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23:55
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.2- American IPA
We have reached the "hold my beer" stage as the IPA is born is the U.S. We track the 1980's and 90's before the Great American Beer Festival and the IPA became the most entered category in 2002. What difference do hops make from their origins i...
May 16, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 106
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34:43
BEAR-ly Getting Started 5.1 - IPA: Origins
Before America said "hold my beer," the IPA (India Pale Ale) was founded in 1835. If you push the timeline all the way back to the 1760's you get the origins of the IPA with the British Pale Ale. Gather 'round as Jason and Craig host story time...
May 02, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 105
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39:34
Collab and Beer, Run and Cake
Popping open Look Twice, Head West from Sloop Brewing Company, Jason and Bri give a rundown of the CollaBEERation 4 event that never fails to create a great festival atmosphere. What is the craze with this cake at Aldi? Some new visits around t...
April 25, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 104
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39:23
BEAR-ly Getting Started 4.4 - Smoothie-Style Sour
Sour Power has been fun and we finish it out with one of the most popular new breweries and one of the hottest beer styles. Listen as we learn from the start that you open a smoothie-style sour sooner than later. What makes them different from ...
April 18, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 103
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43:15
Season 4 Premiere
Jason and Bri kick off season 4 of the, now, AWARD-WINNING Buffalo Brews Podcast drinking Solar Bronco from Brickyard Brewing Company as they reflect on the Total Solar Eclipse experience. Steel Leaf Brewing is moving. CollaBEERation and the Ta...
April 11, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 102
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1:05:50
BEAR-ly Getting Started 4.3 - Sour IPA
The power of the sour returns stateside and to the Empire State for the third part of our series. Explore the profile of tartness, flavor and mouthfeel with Jason and Craig as they also take us on a tour on the flavor wheel. Fruit and hops will...
April 04, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 101
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29:28
Jay and Bri's Excellent Adventure 100th Episode
In a journey that began 1,122 days and 100 episodes ago the podcast brings it's season 3 finale with Jay and Bri's Excellent Adventure. From food and drink, to hiking, to traveling internationally, join your hosts of the latest happening arou...
March 28, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 100
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1:19:45
BEAR-ly Getting Started 4.2 - Fruit Beer
A special Tuesday episode (number 99) as Bear-ly Getting Started brings one more beverage choice from Belgium. Introducing the Fruit Beer, a vivid, fresh and fruity taste which bursts with character and flavor. Jason and Craig discuss variation...
March 26, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 99
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39:36
BEAR-ly Getting Started 4.1 - Lambic
Series 4 is here and that brings us 'Sour Power'. Each episode will bring you more energy as we explore what makes sour beers unique. Our first stop is across the Atlantic to Belgium as Jason and Craig talk about traditional Lambic ale and answ...
March 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 98
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38:53