Welcome to Buzzed with Brian!

Hop heads, this one's for you. In this episode, Brian dives deep into the bold and bitter world of the Double IPA. From its West Coast roots to its explosive impact on the craft beer scene, Brian shares the story behind how this amped-up style came to be, and why it still packs a punch today. Brian features the iconic Pliny the Elder by Russian River Brewing Company, tasting his way through what makes this beer a legend. Whether you're a longtime fan of the style or just curious what puts the “double” in Double IPA, this hop-fueled history lesson is for you!

Cheers Beers!

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Host & Producer: Brian Hanson
Chief Editor & Engineer: Matt Schabel
Podcast Art Director: Amber Schabel
Musical Score: North Breese, Double hopping all the way to the top!

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History/Style Credits: Many leather bound books, my noggin and these sites...
https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/drinks/a37826454/pliny-the-elder-beer/

https://beerandbrewing.com/dictionary/8fyS37LPLo/#:~:text=Vinnie%20Cilurzo%2C%20now%20owner%20and,IPA%20cannot%20be%20far%20behind.

https://beerpaperla.com/vinnie/

https://www.brewer-world.com/difference-between-ipa-double-ipa-and-triple-ipa/

https://www.bjcp.org/style/2015/22/22A/double-ipa/

Beer Consumed:
Pliny the Edler by Russian River Brewing Co (Santa Rosa, CA)