Maine Beer Geeks Podcast
Two craft beer enthusiasts from Maine who also happen to be passionate, life-long fans of the Boston Red Sox. We share candid conversation and debate on Maine|New England craft beer and NA (non-alcoholic) beer, with some baseball talk mixed in.
Episodes
130 episodes
Episode 130: Nonesuch River Brewing Tasting
In this episode we revisit a Maine craft brewery we haven't explored since they opened in 2017. The long-awaited tasting was well worth it! Listen in to hear our thoughts on the five beers we happily experienced.
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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55:39
Episode 129: A Zero Gravity Craft Brewing Tasting
In this review we taste four beers from a Vermont craft brewery we visited on a trip to Burlington a few years ago. Don't worry, the beer was fresh! And what is becoming a habit now, we also taste an NA beer from Athletic Brewing Co...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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50:13
Episode #128: Tasting a few Variations of Bissell Brothers Flagship Beer
In this episode we go on a tangent of sorts with a tasting from Bissell Brothers' flagship beer family, The Substance Ale. We also continue our journey into the world of NA beers with some award-winning brews from Go Brewing. Oh, an...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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1:27:35
Episode 127: It's a SWISH thing!
In this episode we revisit one of our favorite all-time highest rated craft beers... SWISH from Bissell Brothers Brewing Company in Portland, Maine. But this time we also taste its heavier and lighter variations - Super Swish and Sw...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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1:10:24
Episode 126: Grocery Store Branded Craft Beer?
In this episode we investigate what all of the buzz is about regarding a couple of inauspicious beers brewed and branded under a New England grocery store chain and a national wholesale club behemoth. And we also taste a fun lager from a ...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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37:41
Episode 125: Hearts of Pine Brews & Pliney the Elder Comparison
In this episode we pay homage to Maine's newest sports franchise, Portland Hearts of Pine, by tasting two craft beers specifically brewed to be served at home matches. So while our footballer heroes hit the pitch let's see what we're up t...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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50:56
Episode 124: Orange Bike Brewing - Portland, Maine
In this episode we taste a selection of dedicated gluten-free beer from one of Portland, Maine's newest and coolest breweries - Orange Bike Brewing. Listen in to hear our takes on these craft beers.
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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48:24
Episode 123: F*%# Dry January!
In this episode we say "sayonara" to Dry January and pre-empt the upcoming Winter Olympics by celebrating the multiple GOLD MEDAL winning efforts of Maine's very own Allagash Brewing Company. Listen in to hear our thoughts on three outsta...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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37:52
Episode 122: "Dry January" Non-alcoholic Beer Tasting
In this episode we subscribe to the viral "Dry January" movement and sample a bunch of non-alcoholic beer offerings from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and BERO. Do these "beers" taste any good or was this just a waste of time and taste bu...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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37:44
Episode 121: Sox Talk and New Beers from a Couple of Our Favorite Breweries
In this episode we discuss possibilities for the Red Sox roster moving forward, all while sipping on a couple of beers from both Bissell Brothers Brewing and Treehouse Brewing Company. Listen in to hear our takes on all the things...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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59:01
Episode 120: Who Stays and Who Goes?
In this episode we discuss our visions for the future of the roster for next year's Boston Red Sox team... and we perhaps preview our upcoming pilgrimage to Hill Farmstead Brewery in Vermont to celebrate Rich's birthday.
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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55:04
Episode 119: Oktoberfest Tasting!
In this episode we taste Oktoberfest offerings from a couple of Maine craft breweries (Definitive Brewing Company & Bissell Brothers Brewing), as well as from Vermont (Hill Farmstead Brewery) and Massachusetts (Tree House Brewing Company). ...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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51:02
Episode 118: Fox Farm Brewery - Salem, CT
In this episode we are introduced to a new craft brewery from Connecticut - Fox Farm Brewery. We sample three of their beers - Riffle (West Coast IPA); Burst (Unfiltered IPA); and Roam (American Pale Ale). Listen in to hear ou...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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41:00
Episode 117: Tasting Some End of Summer Crushers
In this episode we focus our attention on a few Summer Crushers... the "lawnmower beers", as it were. You know, the ones that you down in seconds flat after a hot session on the lawnmower! Listen in to hear our thoughts on these bee...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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34:17
Episode 116: One of our favorite craft beers now in three versions
In this episode we happily taste the "siblings" of one of very favorite Maine craft beers... Thirsty Botanist from Boothbay Craft Brewery. As with many iconic IPAs, a double and sessionable version has burst onto the scene recently. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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45:17
Episode 115: Blueberry Beer Tasting, Part II
In this episode we continue our exploration of blueberry inspired craft beers. As always, listen in to hear our thoughts on these four offerings.
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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34:51
Episode 114: Blueberry Beer Tasting, Part 1
Getting through the dog days of Summer and sliding towards Labor Day with Part 1 of our Blueberry Beer tasting experience. Listen in to hear our thoughts on these treats.
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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31:36
Episode 113: Collabs & A Tropical Desert Beer!
In this episode we taste a couple of collab beers from one of our favorite Maine craft breweries, Mast Landing Brewing Company. And we also sample a tasty pastry sour ale from Southern Grist Brewing Company (Nashville, TN). Listen i...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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51:07
Episode 112: Tasting a Special Collection from Hill Farmstead
In this episode we taste a special collection of craft beers from our happy place, Hill Farmstead Brewery in Vermont. These Farmhouse Style craft beers all share the same base, but are brewed with different hop profiles. Tune in to ...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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1:01:41
Episode 111: Post All Star Game Blues Conversation... and a couple of tasty craft beers!
In this early morning episode we of course start with a taste of "Breakfast" from Maine Beer Company. We also have conversation surrounding the struggles of our beloved Red Sox since resuming action after the all-star break. Then it...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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29:25
Episode 110: A Selection of Maine/Vermont Craft Beer & Some Sox Talk
In this episode we're tasting craft beers from Maine and Vermont; and of course, there's some Sox talk as well. Listen in for our thoughts and opinions on both topics.
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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56:36
Episode 109: A Tasty Trip to Funkytown!
In this episode we once again step out of our comfort zones and take a tasty little trip to Funkytown. And no, it's not a walk on the dark side again as there was not a stout to be had this time around. Listen in to see which styles...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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48:44
Episode 108: We're Back, Baby!
As the song states at the beginning of this episode, "It's been such a long time... !! 265 days, in fact, since we last posted any content. We've missed you all and are happy to be behind the mics again. We're back and we kick...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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1:09:54