Podcast EP 239 – The Winning Blend – The Story of Firestone Walker XXVI Anniversary Ale

This week we are joined by Vailia From from Desparada Winery, Russel From of Herman Story Winery and our old pal Matt Brynildson of Firestone Walker. We discuss the story of this year’s Anniversary Ale blend that included your’s truly, Danny Fullpint. Items for discussion include:

– Meeting the Froms.

– Matt giving the back story on the history of Anniversary Ale.

– How the program has evolved.

– Anniversary Parties.

– Firestone Walker inviting me up to blend and being put on a team with Russel.

– What the blending session is like.

– The legendary crowns.

– The introduction of Heavy Things.

– Not getting in trouble with Vailia.

– A round table discussion about all the components.

And much more!

This episode was sponsored by The Bruery. It’s that time of year, enrollment has begun for The Bruery 2023 Reserve Society. Visit https://thebruery.com to learn about the two versions of The Reserve Society you can join while spaces are available!

Big should out to our newest sponsors Native Son LA. Taking over the former Modern Times Dankness Dojo, Native Son LA is open for business offering food and of course great craft beer. Stay tuned as they begin brewing out of this location. Visit their instagram to stay up to date https://instagram.com/nativesonla

Please check out these resources if you are a member of the craft beer industry and need help.

National Women’s Law Center – https://nwlc.org/

Department of Fair Employment and Housing – https://www.dfeh.ca.gov/

Project When – https://projectwhen.org/resources/how-to-report-workplace-harassment-incidents/