🎉 300 Episodes In
* Dave looks back on six years behind the mic and the evolution of the show * Early beer memories: Vienna lagers, Samuel Adams Boston Lager, and Dovetail Brewing * From COVID-era rants to today’s more balanced format * Listener feedback welcome as the show continues to evolve

🍔 Chicago Beer & Food Stop
* Visit to Hop Butcher for a charity collab event * Smashburgers from “Biker Dude” supporting Meals on Wheels * Verdict: absolutely worth the trip—“that flipping good”

📰 Beer & Beverage News 🔥 Big Industry Move
* Firestone Walker acquires Stone Brewing * Production shifting to California; major restructuring of facilities * Part of a busy acquisition streak for Firestone Walker

🏆 World Beer Cup Highlights
* Illinois breweries bringing home medals: + Go Brewing (NA category wins) + Adams Street Brewery + Goose Island (including Bourbon County Brand Stout) + Cruz Blanca, Phase Three, Industry Ales

🍺 Beer Reviews – Craft Macro Series Dave kicks off a new segment reviewing “craft macros”—easy-drinking beers from craft breweries. Pipeworks – “Beer”
* Style: Light lager (4.4%) * Score: 31/50 * Notes: Classic macro vibe, clean but middle-of-the-road * Verdict: Solid, drinkable, not a standout

Revolution Brewing – Cold Time Lager
* Style: Premium lager (4.8%) * Score: 35/50 * Notes: Balanced, flavorful, crushable * Verdict: “Put it in the cart” — strong everyday option

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