The Cool Room

146 - Coconspirators Collaboration Day

Travis returns! Davydd and Warren are not only joined by Travis but a full cast from Co-conspriators to discuss the collaboration cold IPA that we made together - it's only available at Cocon's brewpub and only for a limited time so make sure you get out there soon so you can enjoy this taste sensation!

We talk brewing with Deon and get all of the low-down on the recipe and brewing techniques needed for this style which he maintains is not a contentious one! Jacqui tells us all the gossip on how things are going at the venue and what's planned as their first anniversary approaches. We try to figure out what Tim actually does and get to meet new team member Scott and hear his coolroom story.

And there's absolutely no mention of ceiling windows or football...

145 - Wolf of the Willows

Davydd and Warren are joined by Josh Kendal - the head brewer from Wolf of the Willows to discuss his journey in brewing and some amazing Wolf of the Willows beers.

As ever this episode is accompanied by a great tasting pack so you can enjoy the beers while we chat about them - it's available for home delivery from here: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/wolf-of-the-willows-8-pack

We discuss many of the recent collaborations the brewery has undertaken, the brewing techniques required to brew with coffee or whiskey barrels and why putting a python in the coolroom may not be the best solution to a mouse problem. 

What's happening in the Chinese craft beer scene, why have the Holgate alumni spread so far and why does the Woodsman Amber Ale work so well in the Melbourne market?

143 - Noodledoof

Davydd and Warren are joined by the team from Noodledoof for a pleasant Sunday afternoon chat about all things Noodledoofian!

Support the podcast and maximise your experience by buying the tasting pack which accompanies this episode from our online store: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/noodledoof-8-pack

We learn all about life in Koroit and surrounding areas where barrels, cherries, bees and of course great beer can be found in abundance. What led the guys to set up shop there and what was the journey that brought them together?

We learn some troubling revelations about rhubarb, feijoas, and spatulas and why a spritzer sour is most definitely not a seltzer.

And without doubt the quote of the day is "We don't think about the profit at all!" Which might just be the motto of everyone involved!

142 - Prancing Pony

Warren and Davydd are joined by the founder Frank and Senior Brewer Eden to discuss all things Prancing Pony. As ever you can buy the the beers we discuss in this episode from our online store: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/collections/prancing-pony

We hear how Frank went from brewing cans of Cooper's home-brew experts to starting his own brewery, and how Eden moved from working behind the bar to being in the brewhouse!

What beers and styles inspire them, how do they work together and what do they disagree about? [Spoiler -  not much!]

We learn how they almost didn't enter any beers in the the World Beer Championships which they ended up winning, and what's changed and what's stayed the same as the brewery has developed!

141 - Black Arts

Warren and Davydd are joined by Joshua from Melbourne's Black Arts to hear about his journey through hospitality into the world of brewing.

If you'd like to taste any of the beers we discuss in the podcast you can buy them from our online store here: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/collections/black-arts

We hear the back stories of his amazing beers and the techniques that he uses to brew and blend them as well as advice for home brewers who want to experiment with similar styles.

What happens when you discover your brewery is in a blast zone, why did he swear so much at Blobfish [and what even is Blobfish] and is Davydd planning a robbery?

For the answers to all these questions and more listen on!

140 - Collective Arts [CAN]

A special treat as Ryan from Collective Arts joins Davydd for an online tasting of great beers with an opportunity to hear all the stories behind them.

You can purchase individual beers or the whole tasting pack for this episode over on our online store: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/collective-arts-12-pack

We hear all about the Collective Arts Universe which doesn't just include beer but also spirits, cocktails and cannabis drinks!

We cover a wide range of beer styles and discuss the CA ethos of melding great beers with great can art and learn all the processes behind bringing them both together.

And could it be that we've really discovered a Canadian who doesn't like poutine!!!

129 - Sierra Nevada Return

Terence and Byron from Sierra Nevada return to the Coolroom for a very special episode recorded live at Beer Deluxe in Federation square with a very special lunch designed by Telina Menzies.

Thanks also to the also team from Phoenix Beers for getting us access to some truly amazing beers. If you'd like to enjoy a delicious Sierra Nevada Beer while you listen to the episode why not grab a Narwhal Imperial Stout: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/sierra-nevada-narwhal or a 4 pack of celebration ales https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/sierra-nevada-celebration-4-pack from our online store!

As ever it's a great chat with 2 of Sierra Nevada's finest - we get to hear the story of the brewery from Ken Grossman's teenage home brewing experiments right through to the latest styles and techniques that the brewery is trialling.

We learn about the crisis that led to the creation of the famous Sierra Nevada Torpedo, the emerging second generation of American Pale Ales and all about the new wonder hop Neomexicanus.

And just what problems is Ken Grossman causing for Terence?

If you enjoy this episode why not check the archives for the first visit from Sierra Nevada all the way back in Series 3 Episodes 25 & 26!

138 - Dave & Dave talk Sydney Breweries

And now for something completely different!

Daves Croft and Griffiths have a chat about the current state of the Sydney craft beer scene and reflect on some of the venues they visited there recently.

The cover the Kings Cross Distillery, One Drop, Slow Lane, Batch, Hawkes, Stockade, Wildflower & Mixtape. 

We hear all about the rain in Sydney, low flying planes, State Official Fossils and why Mr Croft can't use a lambic basket.

Feel like enjoying a great Sydney beer while you listen to the podcast? Why not grab the Slow Lane Russian Imperial Stout/English Barleywine pair from our online store: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/slow-lane-barley-wine-russian-imperial-pair

137 Tallboy & Moose Return

A cracking episode as Steve Germain from Tallboy & Moose returns to chat about all of the brewery's latest news.

This episode is accompanied by an amazing 11-pack of limited release beers which you can purchase from our online store for just $69: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/tallboy-moose-11-pack

We cover a huge number of topics from the very beginnings of Steve's brewing experience right through to the creation of the 5th Birthday "Birthday Eisenbock" created during Melbourne's COVID lockdowns.

We talk can art and labels, the brewery's willingness to experiment with ingredients like wattle seed, chamomile and lemongrass and how they've had to completely upgrade their glycol systems to deal with the kinds of beers they aspire to make!

And most importantly we explore the dangerous and mysterious world of the Canadian toque!

136 - Town [Canada]

Davydd and Warren welcome their first ever Canadian brewery into the Coolroom which of course means the discussion quickly turns to poutine!

This episode is best enjoyed with the accompanying tasting pack from our online store which you can find here: https://the-coolroom-podcast.myshopify.com/products/town-canada-8-pack

We manage to get the conversation back to Town's great line up of beers and hear all about the stories behind the scenes and the techniques used to create them.

We hear about where the brewery finds its can art and how the government liquor store works in Canada.

And do Canadians really give a every tourist a puppy when they arrive in the country?