Episode 202: NYC Brewer’s Choice 2014

It’s a packed house on Beer Sessions Radio this week as Jimmy and his crew preview the 2014 NYC Brewer’s Choice event. The marquee event of the annual NYC Beer Week (February 21-March 1, 2014), this year’s NYC Brewer’s Choice has an all NY State focus. Greenmarket’s Regional Grain Project and Valley Malt will provide locally grown and roasted malt that will be featured in many of the beers on offer. Hear from Jeff O’Neil of Peeksill Brewery, Dave Brodrick of Blind Tiger, Haley & Meredith aka The Beerded Ladies, June Russell of GrowNYC, Augie Carton of Carton Brewing, Tony Forder of Ale Street News , Andrea Staley of Valley Malt & more! Cheers! This program was brought to you by GreatBrewers.com.

“[Comparing brewing beer to cooking] Malts are your protein or your main, yeast is your regional stamp and your hops are your herbs” [26:00]

–Augie Carton of Carton Brewing on Beer Sessions Radio

“It’s amazing how many breweries have opened in New York State over the past few years.” [18:00]

–Jimmy Carbone on Beer Sessions Radio