Brewbound Podcast

Bernstein Autonomous analysts Nadine Sarwat and Trevor Stirling share what they know so far about Ozempic, Wegovy and other diet/diabetes drugs’ effect on alcoholic beverage consumption. Sarwat and Stirling break down why these drugs have entered popular culture conversations, what users are saying about their cravings, comparisons to past diet trends and much more. Also, Jess, Zoe and Justin discuss the latest news, including promotions at Rhinegeist, the failed union effort at Creature Comforts and non-alcoholic beer reaching its limit at retail. Listen to the conversation on popular podcast platforms, including Apple, Google Play and Spotify. Send questions, feedback or ideas for the podcast to [email protected].

Crooked Hammock director of brewing operations Larry Horwitz shares his vision for portfolio reinvention and why he is the “light lager whisperer.” Horwitz also offers insights into brand creation and consumer trends. Plus, Justin and Zoe review the latest earnings for Boston Beer and Molson Coors, discuss leadership changes in the industry, and play Another Round or Tabbing Out with greywater beer and aliens. Listen to the conversation on popular podcast platforms, including Apple, Google Play and Spotify. Have questions, feedback or ideas for the podcast? Email [email protected].

Bump Williams Consulting’s Dave Williams and Brian “B.K.” Krueger discuss the early 2023 beer category retail trends, how the competition for the cold box is shaking out, the accelerated life cycle of brands, and Dry January and Super Bowl trends. They also share the opportunities ahead for smaller craft breweries and when is the right time to expand. Listen to the full interview in the episode above and on popular platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Have questions, feedback, or ideas for podcast guests or topics? Email [email protected].

Bump Williams Consulting’s Dave Williams and Brian “BK” Krueger break down craft’s performance at the halfway point of 2022 and the opportunities available to suppliers. Williams and Krueger also shared insights on craft’s top growth area hazy and imperial IPAs. “The IPA umbrella is big enough where you do see a lot of rotation taking place — people trying new brands, people trying a brand they haven’t had from a familiar name,” Dave Williams, VP of analytics and insights for Bump Williams Consulting, said. “So I think there’s always a chance to get that trial out there, the hardest part is getting that repeat after that trial.” “When we’re talking hazies and imperials, you have to prove yourself in a smaller format,” Brian “BK” Krueger, Bump Williams Consulting’s VP of business development and portfolio strategy, added. “Not being just 19.2s as that smaller format, but then sixes and then move your way up so you build that demand.” Also in this episode, the Brewbound team talks Boston Beer’s Truly tough Q2, wholesaler grievances and more. Listen to the episode above and on popular platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Have questions, feedback, or ideas for podcast guests or topics? Email [email protected].

Isaac Arthur and Cody Fague, the founders of Indianapolis-headquartered CODO Design, break down the beer branding trends to watch in 2022 and beyond, following the release of their annual branding trends review. Arthur and Fague offer insights into brand refreshes, design and packaging trends, brand architecture and much more. Listen to the episode below or on popular platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Follow this link to read CODO’s 2022 Beer Branding Trends,  or listen to their overview podcast here, followed by a Q&A podcast here. Have questions, feedback, or ideas for Brewbound Podcast guests or topics? Email [email protected].

Leaders within the craft cider industry break scan data misconceptions and share how regional cideries are growing in 2022. American Cider Association executive director Michelle McGrath, Schilling Cider co-founder and CEO Colin Schilling, Swilled Dog Hard Cider & Spirits co-founder and CEO Brooke Glover, and ANXO Cider co-founder and president Sam Fitz discuss the state of the industry, convergence trends, retail gains and much more. This interview was originally released as an exclusive to Brewbound Insiders, as part of the Frontlines video series. Also in this episode, the Brewbound team counts down to the 2022 Craft Brewers Conference, discusses Truly Vodka Seltzer, and bids farewell to Beer Institute president and CEO Jim McGreevy. Listen to the episode above and on popular platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Have questions, feedback, or ideas for podcast guests or topics? Email [email protected].

Bump Williams Consulting’s Dave Williams and Brian “B.K.” Krueger share insights on the state of the craft beer business in the off-premise three-quarters of the way through 2021. The conversation covers how retailers are allocating shelf space, packaging trends including 19.2 single-serves and variety packs, the focus coming to the hard seltzer space and much more. The Brewbound team also discusses the recent controversy over the Mikkeller Beer Celebration Copenhagen festival and what the fallout might mean for future beer festivals. Listen to the episode above and on popular platforms such as iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. New episodes of the Brewbound Podcast are published nearly every week. Email [email protected] with questions and feedback.