Beer America TV Video Episodes

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Certified Cicerone? This week on Beer America TV we talk to the founder and Program Director, Ray Daniels, about what the test is all about, how difficult it is, and why it's a certification worth getting if you work, or would like to work, in the beer industry! Oh, and you'll want to watch towards the end on how to deal with receiving a not so "beer clean" glass when you go to your favorite beer bar!!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we come to you from Washington, D.C. and the 2013 Craft Brewers Conference! It was a record setting year looking back at 2012 and looking into the future for 2013. Nearly 1000 breweries were represented and nearly 7000 attendees participated in this years conference. Lot's of cool stuff to talk about so check it out!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we head to the evil House Lannister, and the family that ruled Westeros at the conclusion of season two of the HBO hit series Game of Thrones! In collaboration with HBO, Brewery Ommegang created Iron Throne Blonde Ale to match the color of Lannisters' hair. Brewed with noble hops, grains of paradise and citrus peel, there is certainly a little bite that goes along with the malty fruitiness of this excellent beer! Not familiar with the series? No worries, this beer stands on it's own Thrown quite comfortably!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we look at the topic of beer and creativity. There have been scientific studies that show the increase in creativity and ideas after having a couple of beers - do you believe it? Check out our conversation and tell us what you think!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we explore the beauty and awesomeness of Nitro! Left Hand Brewing is the first to capture the magic in a bottle with their Milk Stout Nitro. The Nitro version is the exact same recipe as the original Milk Stout, however the flavors are more malt forward and the mouthfeel is amazing with the explosion of roasty mocha flavors. Not sure what Nitro is all about? No worries, John will give you full explanation...so tune in!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we go deep into the cellar with a 3-year-old bottle of New Glarus Wisconsin Belgian Red Cherry! This Belgian style fruit Ale is a limited release that uses over a pound of Wisconsin Cherries in each bottle! It's been known to cause a rush when it's released and has a long line of fans, including 2 more right here!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we're tackling another beer topic - Growlers! These 64oz jugs of your favorite craft beer can be found in most states these days, but there are issues popping up in some areas that have a few brewers up in arms. What could it be? Tune in and let us know your thoughts or if you've had any of your own issues with Growlers.Distributed by OneLoad.com

Since Beer America TV has split headquarters in both Rochester, New York and Savannah, Georgia, we thought we would highlight a local Rochester brewery in this week's episode. Opening their doors in 1991, the Rohrbach Brewing Company can stake claim in being Rochester's original craft brewery! Watch and listen as owner John Urlaub explains their humble beginnings and steady growth. A craft beer tale for anyone considering starting their own brewery someday!

This week on Beer America TV we're talking about the SweetWater Brewing Company and their anniversary beer, SweetWater 15! A tribute to 15 years in business, this undefined style is made from an old ESP recipe they had back in the early days, a given a little "bump" to make it bigger and badder! Believe it or not, SweetWater 15 is their first Anniversary beer - here's to many more!Distributed by OneLoad.com

The holidays are upon us and at Beer America TV, it's not always about Christmas! Once again this year the Shmaltz Brewing Company was kind enough to send us Jewbelation. This time, it's number Fifteen! Brewed with 15 hops, 15 malts and a whopping 15% ABV, they continue to raise the bar on this extreme, but extremely well-balanced beer. Why is the number 15 special? Tune in to find out!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV, we feature a Thanksgiving seasonal from Mother's Brewing Company in Springfield, Missouri. According to their website, they describe Foggy Notion as "not quite English. Not quite American. Foggy Notion is a boozy, 100% Ozarks-born barley wine. Boatloads of malt give this full-bodied beauty a deep-copper color & light brown sugar flavor. Six months of aging nurtures hints of oak & stone fruit, making Foggy Notion perfect for sharing or sipping alone."Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we explore the world of the Muffin Top! Clown Shoes has whipped up a HUGE Belgian Style Tripel IPA using a good amount of hops and a Belgian yeast strain. This is another nice addition to the rise of the Belgo style of beers we're seeing all across America!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV, we tackle an important topic: Are you a Craft Beer snob? Admit it, if you love American Craft beer, don't you sometimes look down on people that drink one of those "other" beers? We think that's a bad approach to educating people about the other choices available to them - remember, we are only 6%, so there is still much work to do, and a good attitude and a little education is a great place to start!Distributed by OneLoad.com

This week on Beer America TV we talk about another new beer from a brewery we were previously unfamiliar with. Hoppyum from Foothills Brewing in Winston-Salem, NC is a genuine American IPA with an emphasis on Simcoe hops. A little piney with a hint of citrus, this beer is big on the pallet with a nice finish...we dig it!Distributed by OneLoad.com

Atlanta is very familiar with he Beer America TV team, but over the years we've failed to bring you many beers from there, so this week we aim to change that. The SweetWater Brewing Company is growing at an incredible pace these days and one of their staple beers has been their 420! This Extra Pale Ale is smooth and crisp with a nice hop kick and clean finish. Most of their beers have a hidden meaning, do you know what this one means?Distributed by OneLoad.com