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Beverage Chronicles
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Beverage Chronicles explores all types of beverages, with an emphasis on craft beer. We talk with the people who produce, distribute and sell these drinks.
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Dive Bars, Beer Science & Pickle Beer
4d ago00:14:59Tap to summarizeDive bars remain cultural icons, valued for authenticity, community, and unpretentious atmosphere.Brown beer bottles protect flavor by blocking light that can cause beer to become "skunked."Several companies have launched pickle-flavored beers, reflecting growing consumer interest in bold, tangy flavors.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From Speakeasies to Canned Cocktails: How America's Drinking Culture Evolved
2w ago00:15:00Tap to summarizeProhibition failed to stop Americans from drinking, but it sparked the rise of speakeasies, bootlegging, and the cocktail culture we still enjoy today. The aftertaste of a beverage can significantly influence enjoyment, with bitterness affecting people differently based on genetics and taste perception. Modern canned cocktails combine convenience with quality, using refined spirits and craft-inspired recipes to deliver bar-quality drinks anywhere. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Root Beer, Vodka, and the Unexpected Science in Your Glass
3w ago00:15:29Tap to summarizeThis episode of Beverage Chronicles explores the nostalgic origins of root beer, from its sassafras‑root beginnings to its clever rebranding by Charles Hires in the 1870s. It then shifts to the rise of flavored vodka and how it reshaped modern drinking culture, before closing with a surprising look at how everyday fruit juice can naturally ferment into low‑alcohol beverages. Together, the segments highlight how tradition, innovation, and chemistry all shape what we drink.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Beer Flights, Coffee Trends & Beverage Brand PR
3w ago00:14:59Tap to summarize*Learn the best way to enjoy a beer flight by tasting from lighter to heavier styles.*Discover how public relations helps beverage brands build trust, visibility, and sales opportunities.*Get the latest on Starbucks Rewards changes and new research linking coffee consumption to lower dementia risk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Schlitz, Session IPAs & Starbucks Summer Strategy
4w ago00:16:30Tap to summarizeSchlitz beer rose from Milwaukee brewing roots to become the world’s top-selling lager before collapsing in the 1970s after cost-cutting changes damaged quality and consumer trust. Founders All Day IPA helped redefine the “session IPA” category by offering full hop character with lower alcohol, making craft beer more approachable and widely drinkable. Starbucks’ new summer lineup uses colorful, layered drinks and experiential marketing to create premium, Instagram-ready beverages aimed at making customers feel the experience is worth the price. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Guinness Cocktails, Gin Trends, and the Rise of Finland’s Long Drink
May 2400:15:30Tap to summarizeGuinness is finding new life as a cocktail ingredient in drinks like the Espresso Stout Martini, Black Velvet, and Top Hat. We highlight gin cocktails, including the lighter and refreshing Gin Sonic. Beverage Chronicles visits Atlantic City to explore Finland’s famous Long Drink and its growing popularity in the United States. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Beer Names, Wild Fermentation, and the Strangest Lager Yet
May 1800:15:30Tap to summarizeBreweries are simplifying beer style names to attract casual drinkers while trying to avoid losing the identity and uniqueness that built craft beer culture. Beer historian Rachel Benkowski explores the history and cultural importance of Belgian lambic, a spontaneously fermented beer deeply tied to place, patience, and tradition. A new study compared health outcomes among beer, wine, and spirits drinkers, while Columbia Sportswear grabbed headlines with a bizarre “bear scat infused” promotional beer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Smuggling Nun: Reviving Ireland's Bootleg Poitin Legacy
May 1200:14:59Tap to summarizePoitin, Ireland's ancient unaged barley spirit, was illegally bootlegged for 300+ years until 1997, predating whiskey and inspiring global moonshine culture. Maura Clare learned a secretive 20th-century recipe with molasses and beet sugar from a retired bootlegger, blending whiskey warmth, tequila aroma, gin complexity, and rum sweetness at 45% ABV. Named after her nun cousin who smuggled it in a holy water bottle, the Gothic-arch bottle ships to 40 states via smugglingnun.com, perfect for cocktails like Celtic sours or neat sips. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Why You Might Not Actually Hate IPAs
May 400:16:46Tap to summarizeMany IPA critics just haven’t found the right style—flavors vary widely and bad storage can ruin the experience. Modern IPAs are more balanced and approachable than the overly bitter versions of the past. Freshness, proper storage, and open-minded tasting can completely change your perception of the style. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From Ales to IPAs: Exploring Beer Styles, History, and Tradition
Apr 2400:14:59Tap to summarizeWe break down the differences between ales and lagers, explore theevolution of hops from ancient brewing to modern IPAs, and dive intothe tradition of British cask ale. We highlight how ingredients,techniques, and culture shape the diverse flavors and experiencesfound in beer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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