Start 2023 off the right way with the Best Craft Beer Podcasts. If you have made some New year resolutions like ‘Dry January’, these podcasts are perfect for when you need to hear about beer when not drinking it. If it’s your new mission to try more craft beers this year for ‘Tryanuary’ then beer podcasts are a great way of learning more about what to try next!
Here is a rundown of the best craft beer podcasts we are enjoying at the moment. An enjoyable sonic distraction for the Irish craft beer connoisseur, novice or newbie. We have included links for easy listening, perfect for the morning commute or chilling at home with beer in hand. Our suggestions for best craft beer podcasts in no particular order include:
1. Craft Community – A Local Irish Beer Podcast (IE)
The Independent Craft Brewers of Ireland (ICBI), supported by Bord Bia, brings you a new limited edition podcast series: ‘Craft Community, the local Irish beer podcast’. Hosted by Susan Boyle and featuring a host of Irish Craft Breweries telling their stories and talking about all things beer; the series aims to raise awareness of the world of Irish craft brewing and to encourage people in Ireland to find out more about the diverse range of local craft beers we have.
The first episode aired on Wednesday 2nd November 2022 and we are featured on episode four. You can listen to ‘Craft Community, a local Irish beer podcast’ on all major podcast streaming apps.
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2. Craic Beer Community Podcast (IE)
Craic is a beer community that champions independent Irish beer, and showcases the amazing talents of brewers all across the island of Ireland. It has been running a range of online and in-person events over the past few years, which have helped beer fans to connect with breweries, hear a bit about their story, and most importantly, taste some of their delicious brews. They also have a social community platform where you can get involved in the beery chats, and keep up to date with events and general news from around the Irish beer scene. The podcast is independently produced and entirely self-funded.
The featured episode was recorded for our 7th birthday bash and features a talk through tasting of our Underworld Series; Allta, Savage and Rua!
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3. Irish Beer Snob Podcast (IE)
The Irish Beer Snob is a blog and podcast, hosted by husband and wife team Wayne and Janice Dunne who are very passionate about craft beer. Based in Co. Meath, in Ireland, they use the platform to tell the stories behind the products they love. They also like to showcase their travel experiences highlighting great beer producers.
The featured episode mentions Sheep Stealer, our original Belgian saison-style beer.
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4. Beoirfest: Let’s Talk Beer Podcast (IE)
BeoirFest: Lets Talk Beer is operated by Brian O’Connell. It’s basically something that grew out of an interest in beer and the lack of things to do during lockdown. It started with the “Brewer Roundtables” which are unique collaborations where 3 brewers get together to discuss a beer from each. Brewers from 27 countries and 3 continents have already taken part in the mix of chats and presentations.
Check out the featured episode all about yeast! Richard talks about our wild yeast strain Morrigan 1 which was used in our Underworld series as well as some of our latest limited edition creations Ruacioto and Phraseology.
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5. Beer Ladies Podcast (IE)
After a few too many, a group of beer-loving friends decided to start the Beer Ladies Podcast. With various interests and expertise in the group, you’ll find plenty of interesting conversations. Anything from beer history and style guides to interviews and casual chats. There are new episodes every Friday.
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6. Fine Ale Countdown Podcast (IE)
The Fine Ale Countdown is a comedy-cum-(hehehe)-beer review podcast, thrown together by 5 friends who used to performed sketch comedy together. The only catch is none of them know anything about beer, and it’s really just an excuse to meet up and drink. Surprisingly entertaining to listen to. New Episode out every Thursday at 8pm (Irish Time).
Expect swearing, antics, shenanigans
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7. Snugcast Podcast (IE)
What are you drinkin’ tonight? Join DJ, Eoin, and guests as they chat in some of Ireland’s cosiest pubs, and occasionally venture beyond the pub! The laid-back Snugcast podcast is ideal for the commute, cleaning the house and tailor made for the stroll to the pub.
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8. A Woman’s Brew Podcast (UK)
A Woman’s Brew is two beer loving women on a mission to get more people drinking and talking about great beer. Joanne & Tori want to talk you through beer styles, breweries they love, beer tasting tips, beer traditions and more from the world of craft beer. This is a quirky, fun podcast featuring two badass, serious women. A Cicerone Certified Beer Server, Joanna is also building her own beer school called Love Beer Learning that creates a community for women interested in learning more about craft beer.
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9. Craft Beer & Brewing Podcast (US)
Craft Beer & Brewing is a community for people who love to drink and make great beer. Colorado, USA is the home of Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine and Brewing Industry Guide. Every week podcast host Jamie Bogner talks to professional brewers and industry experts about practical brewing advice, in-depth coverage of brewing trends, and tips for getting the most out of your homebrew. As it is a sponsored podcast, there is quite a lot of advertisement but it is an excellent podcast to learn about the American craft beer scene.
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