Tap the Craft Podcast

10/23/2026

If you are hesitant about craft b**r, a Kolsch is the perfect place to start. Inspired by the culture in Cologne, this style is designed to be an easy, refreshing drink for everyone. It bridges the gap for those who prefer to avoid anything too heavy or complex. **r **rEducation **rCulture

10/23/2026

Game 1 is tonight ⚾️ 🍻
Tampa Bay All Day….sorry Mike

⚾🍻 TWO FAMILIES. TWO CITIES. ONE EPIC BASEBALL BATTLE! 🍻⚾
Milwaukee vs. Tampa Bay. Brewers vs. Rays. And a family rivalry that’s about to get a whole lot more interesting!
On one side, Mike & Joan representing Milwaukee and . On the other, David & Windy representing Tampa Bay and .
We’ve got family ties that run deep, hometown pride on both sides, and two breweries full of fans ready to cheer on their teams!
We may be family, but when it comes to baseball, ALL BETS ARE OFF! 😂⚾
Speaking of bets… we think it’s time to make this rivalry a little more interesting.
AND WE’RE LETTING YOU DECIDE THE WAGER! 🍻
Should the losing family have to wear the winning team’s jerseys? Pour b**rs at the rival brewery? Brew a b**r named by the winners? Or something completely outrageous?
👇 WE WANT YOUR BEST IDEAS! 👇
Drop your suggestions in the comments! We’ll pick our favorites and let the fans of BOTH breweries vote on the ultimate wager.
Because at the end of the day, we’re still family… but somebody’s going to have bragging rights until next October! 🏆
LET THE FAMILY FEUD BEGIN! ⚾🍻

10/22/2026

Judging b**r isn't just about critique; it's about understanding perception. Going through the judging process sharpens your brewing skills by highlighting what consumers truly experience. Elevate your homebrewing by getting involved. **rJudging **r

10/21/2026

It all started with a simple brew from Joseph Huber Brewing Company. A six-pack cost just $2.25, and it tasted like real b**r. That first sip ignited a lifelong passion for understanding what makes a b**r truly special. **r **rHistory **rLover

10/20/2026

He asked how to get them to Oklahoma. I said, 'Where do you live?' 'Warsaw.' 'I'll be there next Friday.' A true East/West spy rendezvous was arranged. It's amazing what people will do to revive a style.

10/19/2026

We've all had those early batches that just don't turn out right. This one was so roasty, it needed a splash of Old Milwaukee just to be drinkable! We affectionately nicknamed it 'Old Milwaukee Helper'. **rfail **r

10/18/2026

Adventures in trying new b**rs! Sometimes you get a decent cream ale, other times a German-style Pilsner. The real challenge? When your inner German wants to pour it out, but your inner Scotsman says 'drink it anyway.' We've all been there with a 'just okay' drink. **rLover **r **r **rTasting

10/17/2026

I sampled the German yeast culture I'd been nurturing, and the result was pure magic. It was like a celestial choir singing. From that moment on, it was game on – a 40-year experiment in brewing perfection began. **r **rMaking

10/17/2026

Tin Tackers carries a wide variety of officially licensed metal b**r signs from your favorite American craft breweries, for your mancave, home bar or pub shed.

10/16/2026

Started brewing in 1987 with questionable ingredients and even worse yeast. It was rough, but persistence paid off. Discovering a local shop and diving into books transformed the journey. Keep grinding! **rMaking **r