Good Swill Hunting - A Budget Beer Review Podcast: Recent Episodes
Good Swill Hunting
The host John Lohr assembled an expert panel to taste a new knock off beer every week. They define swill as a 6-pk for under $7.00. Is the cheap stuff worth buying? In some cases you might be surprised. More info at Goodswillhunting.com
Rick Speed is our beer Santa Claus and he's bringing his bag of goodies for a second year in a row. Matt joins us again, as we step away from swill for this special episode and try some of the absolute best seasonal beer you can get. Multiple flavors of Highland Brewing's Cold Mountain, Burial Skillet Cakes, and Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Stout. Rick shares why he likes to age beer and explains the more important reason for why he hangs on to special release beers.
Matt is back! It's all the holiday cheer we need here! We're celebrating with a Texas swill, which is fitting because it's where Matt has been for months. We'll talk about some beer holiday traditions, including a giant keg tree in Rochester, and learn about more highly sought after beer gifts this holiday. It's that time of year!
Many consider this a seasonal flavored beer and it's one that won't break the bank. We're trying this colorful choice from Chippewa Falls as we get into December. We have gift ideas for beer lovers! And, you won't believe the new use we found for beer that doesn't involve drinking it.
This swill is straight from the creators of the hit series "Yellowstone." It came out in 2022, but started making its rounds across the U.S. this past year. Of course, we had to try it. We'll talk about where this beer is from, our thoughts on the flavor, and we'll chat about the drama of Yellowstone the series and the talk around what's going on with season 5 part 2.
A reason to be thankful! Celebration is, in our opinion, the IPA flavor of the holidays and truly a reason to celebrate because it's actually pretty cheap! We're going heavy on the pine tree perfume and loving it with this beer, which is hard to call swill. It's too high of quality. Sierra Nevada started brewing a variation of this back in 1981 and it has grown to legendary status. We talk about what's so special about this IPA, the recipes using this beer including a sausage wreath, and our favorites around Thanksgiving! Oh, and Happy Thanksgiving!
It's a match made in...Pennsylvania. Two iconic American brands that delight our taste buds for different reasons are joined together in holy maltrimony. Yuengling and Hershey's. They've been together for six years brewing up this very affordable Porter and we're trying it! Rick weighs in on the impending holiday mail tsunami, we talk Porters, some history on these legendary brands, and what's the difference between a Porter and a Stout? Oh, and where's Matt!?
We're trying a beer brewed by a retired philosophy teacher out of Farmville, NC. Duck Rabbit is widely sold and distributed, and it's somewhat of a beer staple in our home state. We're thrilled to be back in Stout Season, but Rick says he drinks them year-round. In this episode, why is it called "milk" stout? Why does this count as swill? And, what is the best way to drink it?
Beer, pumpkin, cinnamon, and spice? New Belgium's Voodoo Ranger line is spicing things up this fall with this festive flavor. In this Episode, we are floored by this one, we broach the topic of whether pumpkin belongs in the 400 different kinds of pumpkin beers out there, and we talk about how long brewmasters have been serving up this concoction. Also, there's much more to do with pumpkin than just beer and a latte.
We're tapping into Spoetzl Brewery once again for their special Oktoberfest. We couldn't resist this swill because it was cheap and we've loved everything else they've put out. We also miss Matt, who is STILL in Texas. In this episode, find out why beer could be the secret to living to 100. We also talk a little about why marzens are the traditional go-to each fall. And, Rick tells us why you need to show your postmen and postwomen some love!
The official Oktoberfest may be over, but we're not. This is a packed episode, as we try this swill brewed by none other than Genesee! Did they nail it? Rick brings on some beer flavored pretzels to go with. Also, why more people attended Oktoberfest this year; but drank less? Plus, our big question for the beer drinking monkey in Indianapolis.
Fall is in the air, but there's still time for one last lake beer. This beer is available only in certain states (the midweset) and has a number of premium ingredients, but it's the rice that might give it the pleasant flavor it has. In this episode, Rick shares his love for bugs and Matt is back in Texas; but he joins us by phone.
We're back in Minnesota this episode and checking another off our list from the Grain Belt and Schell label. Nordeast is served up at Target Field and is a Minneapolis staple. But it comes from New Ulm, which is a ways South of the twin cities. Our conversation about this beer has us talking about everything from Gnomes to our favorite Halloween candy. Also, we're going camping! Send us your recommendations for camping beer and food--and we'll review it.
It sounds like 'Glick.' Now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about a Minnesota standard. This 'Pilsner Pale Ale' was brought to us by another friend of GSH. How do we feel about this pilsner with a punch? Rick talks about cans and dates. Matt has a story from Minnesota that involves grits and a Waffle House. Blaine has plenty of experiences from the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" to make up for the both of them.
This beer is brewed with water from an artesian well. That's all you need to say, but there's so much more to hear about Matt's trip to Shiner, Texas where he collected and brought back this limited distribution beer. How does this beer stand up to the well-known Bock? Why can't we get it everywhere? We've got some explanations of sorts.
Coming to you from the Thirsty Beaver Saloon in Charlotte, NC! This special episode is packed full of good times to celebrate our 100 episodes of Good Swill. We review two staples of Charlotte's staple bar that has overcome corporate development literally coming in from all sides. The tops are popped on Miller High Life and Coors Banquet in a place where there are other kinds of tops hanging from the ceiling. We talk about history, music, and get a visit from a birthday girl, as we soak up this celebration!
Rick returns from his home state of New Jersey with a classic beer. Ballantine Ale is brewed by Pabst, but the Ballantine & Sons origins date back to the 1800's. In this episode, hear why a field trip from Rick's childhood relates to this brewery. Also, it's episode 99! Join us as we get ready for our centenary!
Hang on for this whirlwind of a trip to Boston. Well, at least a trip in our minds to get a taste of Harpoon Brewery's finest. Our former host and friend John Lohr brought us this swill from the North. Fair warning this episode, as Matt sends this American Flyer in a tail spin with tongue punches and puns.
When you have more friends, you get more beer! We’ve got another one from a friend of Good Swill Hunting who is the first ever to join us as a guest by phone. Buckeye Beer is a special hometown beer for many, brewed by Maumee Bay Brewing. It has a low price and loads of flavor, but most importantly this is a unique regional beer giving us a sip of the culture and history brewed in Toledo, Ohio.
We're excited to try this Farmhouse Ale from Wisconsin. It's, award winning, highly rated, and highly sought after; so we think we'll be over the moon for it. Thank you to Carrington for bringing it by our studio! No matter how good this Swill is, Bryan will always find something to say--but it's not about the flavor of the beer this time. Join us for another good time and great insight on this beer!
This regional beer is a special delivery from Detroit, thanks to a good friend of GSH. It's also one of the very few beers none of the guys have ever tried! Like many regional swills, it's owned by Pabst; but has strong family roots that originated where? You guessed it. Germany. The GSH team talks about this throwback looking beer, questions about the year printed on the can, its history, and Rick has some advice when it comes to who's allowed to open and close your mailbox.
We raced to get one of the last cases of this iconic beer, known as America's oldest craft beer. Our host describes the adventure getting it and we have a moment in memory of this soon-to-be-shuttered brewery. Or will it be closed for good? Bryan takes us to school on Steam Beer and Rick talks about what this beer means for many craft beer lovers. It's not Matt's first voyage with this Anchor--but he didn't remember his first, so he's in for a treat!
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This Golden Pilsner from one of Brian's favorite breweries is a welcome sight this week, as we recover from our drink bag experience last episode. We'll talk about this family owned beer and why it's ideal for certain occasions, especially for the price! Matt is ready for reddit with this beer where Yuengling has a dedicated group of fans. Oh, we're 10 episodes away from a golden moment. 100 episodes! Man, that's A LOT of beer...and other stuff.
It comes in a juice pouch. We should've stopped there. But, sometimes we allow some weird stuff, not just cheap beer. Matt went to Nashville and brought these back with him. He says this Vodka spiked cooler has a place, as an ultimate hack. Rick finds the whole "no whole fruit" package confusing, as he tries out his DJ skills. Bryan relives his childhood, but not in the way you think. Let's tear this bag and this episode wide open!
It's our third Shandy on GSH and this one is a legend. This "Limited Release" beer is well loved, especially in the U.S. Mid-West. But Bryan takes us to The Villages of Florida yet again and tells us how this beer has stayed true to its family roots. Rick reminisces about this swill and Matt is a yes, yes, and yes for this one. Join us and let's Shandy!
Movin' to the country, gonna drink Busch Light with peaches. We're tasting this new release that's wildly popular among beer drinkers, with the exception of Matt. Blaine and Rick talk reality shows while Bryan takes a surprising positive turn on this swill. Good Swill Advertising is back in this episode, as we learn why this beer is flying off the shelves where you can get it.
We're celebrating America with a legendary American beer. Pabst Blue Ribbon is finally on deck! It's a quintessential swill we've all tried, but we're going to give it an official review this episode. We'll reminisce about this beer, Bryan offends "dirty hipsters," Matt feels right at home, and Rick takes us into the basement of his home. Happy 4th of July!
The bear went over the mountain to drink what he could drink! In this case, these four bears didn't have to go that far to try a pricier beer from our home state. In this episode, Matt and Rick discuss bears and beer. Matt protests and Bryan brings up seltzer in his review of Mountain Water. Plus, we get hyped for our Fourth of July beer. An American iconic classic.
This Western Pilsner made its way east to tie up the horses at our studio and deliver a unique beer flavor ahead of Father's Day weekend. Blaine, Bryan, Rick, and Matt trade Dad's day favorites and memories. Ribs, steak, lounging around, and beer are just a few. Will Howdy Beer make it onto our list of favorites? We'll see!
Day To Day Light is a new craft beer on the scene fitting our swill threshold. That means it's cheap! In this episode, Bryan and Rick trade stories about their time at the Craft Brewers Conference in Nashville and Matt shows off his new fanny pack, as we get into pool season.
Yoga pants and wine samples. Bryan rants about his late Friday morning Trader Joe's run to bring us this beer. How does it stand up to Corona? We also talk about the popular grocery chain standing it's ground on the name of this cerveza. Plus, Good Swill Advertising returns for this "Easy Drinker."
This is a go-to cheap beer and it has a following that's as big as the state it's from. This favored beer comes from one of the largest craft breweries in the U.S, but once only garnered 1% of the Texas beer market. Now, you can find it on the shelf just about everywhere.
It's wild. It's extreme. It's hardcore. It's Hard Monster. The Beast is unleashed this episode, which falls into our "Swill" category. No, not a cheap beer. An Untappd user said, "It's pretty dope." We don't judge, but we'll be the judge of that. Four cans, four flavors, four podcasters, and the one ingredient this drink is missing.
That's a quote from Actor Billy Van, who once promoted Colt 45. Introducing this swill is like introducing an old school, heavy-weight boxer. It kicks like a horse. It runs like Jerry Hill. It's powerful. It's a "Pile Driver." It's Colt 45 Malt Liquor from the Pabst Brewing Company. We won't call it beer, but it is swill because it's cheap.
Boogity, boogity, let's drink some beer boys! Michael Waltrip is full of personality and this week we'll see if this beer is full of taste. He's a legend in NASCAR and he has a brand name, so we're excited to see what he does with it. Fair warning, this episode is unhinged; so prepare yourself as our beer outsider Matt goes off the rails. But it's all in good fun and in the name of Good Swill.
Episode Highlights:
- Host Blaine rode with Michael Waltrip in a pace car!?
- Where does "Two Time" come from?
- Why Waltrip getting into beer.
- Matt outtakes get real this week.
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We love a tall glass of sweet tea in the springtime sunshine. After all, we are a podcast based in the South. But how about a tall can of Hard Sweet Tea? Not a beer, but a swill? Yes! We're going to crack open this Bojangles and Appalachian Mountain Brewery recipe just like Grandma used to crack us over the head if we talked back. We'll have plenty to say about this creation, where you can find it, and if we think it's good.
Episode Highlights:
- We list our favorite fast food joints and Matt's story of working at Taco Bell.
- Some Bojangles Hard Sweet Tea, Good Swill Advertising.
- Why Bryan is mad about who made this Swill and Rick's take on why it makes sense.
- Our ever-important beer rating.
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It's the season for drinking beer on a sunny beach. How about a beer from our friends in Puerto Rico? Medalla Premium Light might have all the makings of a refreshing Swill that will have us doing the Salsa, Merengue, or jamming to some Reggaetón. Beer Insider Bryan found this one on a list of "must try" cheap beers, but it was tough to actually find in the store. We searched and tried to see if you should do the same.
Episode Highlights:
- Brief history of the brewery and the brothers who founded this beer.
- Good Swill Advertising EN ESPANÕL.
- Matt, our beer outsider, tries to speak Spanish. We apologize.
- Our ever-important beer rating.
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This episode is jam packed like a quality Stout is jam packed with flavor! We're trying Barrel Aged Stout. This bargain Stout is from Aldi, brewed by State of Brewing. But we'll see if it tastes cheap and learn a pint or two about barrel aging with International Beer Judge, Doug Piper.
The can of this holy German swill tells the story of lederhosen, love, and maybe the Baby Jesus. Will the
taste sanctify this monk born swill? Find out in our latest cheap beer review.
The GSH boys review an iconic budget beer – Rolling Rock Extra Pale. Was it as good as the sips we stole
from our dads’ green bottles? And what does the number 33 really stand for?
Hey Mickey! Are you so fine your malt liquor will blow my mind!? Hey Mickey! We’ve fallen off the end of the rainbow with a malt liquor review. Why are we letting Matt pick our beers again? Is it as bad as we thought?
GSH kicks off Season 4 with a budget friendly Saint Paddy’s day beer review worthy of even the luckiestof leprechauns – Murphy’s Irish Stout. Plus, we welcome our newest cast member, Beer Connoisseur RickSpeed!
We're wrapping up Season 3 of Good Swill Hunting with three easy drinking swills that may go well with football. Wernesgrüner Pilsner from The Wernesgrüner Brewery, Holland Lager from Swinkels Family Brewers, and Texas Lager from Community Beer Company. Find out which one is the best!
Rick Speed is back as our own Good Swill Santa, but he's not bringing swill. We're splurging with a special collection of beer he's bringing to the studio from Burial/Other Half, Newgrass Brewing, Highland Brewing, and Westbrooke.
We're back at The Hop Shop with special guests Pat and Tamra to talk more about their bottle shop and try Radeberger Pilsner Zwickelbier.
We're out of the studio and sitting down for a round with Pat Villafane of "The Hop Shop" in Charlotte, NC. He celebrates 6 years in business, which isn't leaving him sour--it's the beer we're trying this episode.
A beer that's the pride of The Dominican Republic. Founded in 1929, we follow this beer's heritage and present day ownership. Plus, a special gift presentation for our Beer Outsider!
It's a big can with a big story. Join us this episode for a beer fabled to be "Australia's Famous Beer Brand."
We're having another beer with Rick Speed! This brew says right on the can, "Cheap Fun." So, we had to haul it home from out West and try it!
We're bringing back a Pacific Northwest classic and we're bringing on a guest to review this beer. @RickSpeed is a beer enthusiast with quite a following and he's here for Rainier!
Yeah, you read that right! Not beer, cider, or seltzer. DEW. Maybe a new low, but it's a new swill that surprised us. Join us as we crack open this massive can and Good Swill Advertising is back! Plus, a preview of an upcoming special guest.
This Youngstown, Ohio brew hails to be a "solid beer for solid people." The story behind this swill's hometown doesn't fall short of the beer's slogan.
In this week’s budget beer review, the boys test the myth if Canadian beers really pack a bigger punch than their American sudsy siblings. Also, is Moosehead Brewing run by the Sopranos? Find out in our Moosehead Lager Review.
Each season we take a sip of Rhode Island’s finest. We’re keeping it real on Season 3, this time with Narragansett’s Shandy.
This German Shandy is a brew for the books here on Good Swill Hunting. We're stepping up our beer game this week for a brewery close to home with a cool story.
Good Swill Hunting is back! We're starting Season 3 off with a cheap classic beer, a blindfolded taste test, and stories from our college days.
Three amigos searching for Cinco De Mayo beer are also searching for their host on this episode, but it won't stop them from trying four Mexican Style beers to celebrate a largely American holiday.
A beer with the potential for beast sized flavor is on deck this week. This Tropical IPA is far from typical, but we'll see if it's hypnotically flavorful.
We know beer can bring us together, but how about bringing rival gangs together? Join us as we try and review a beer with quite the story.
A beer in a rough and tumble can may leave us with another cheap beer to keep in the pit or will it leave us pummeled on the ground in agony!
Pop a top and hit the trail with a beer hoping to live up to the greatness of the great outdoors.
Buy beer big, get big flavor? A Costco craft beer gets a taste, Natty Daddy returns, and Bryan talks with NoDa Brewing in this packed episode!
One year ago, we assembled a team of experts to try beer. Cheap beer. We tasted the best and the worst, so you didn't have to waste your money. We're not done, as we reflect on one year!
IPA is almost synonymous with craft beer, but IPA cider? Bold Rock Hard Cider is living up to their name with a bold new brew we have to try.
We set sail with two Boatswain beers. Hazy IPA and HLV Ale. Will these two cheap beers come back from a seasick IPA review nearly a year ago?
A beer that brags low calories and full flavor. In this beer review, we'll fact check this swill that definitely saves you money and claims to save on carbs too. And, our guest Jason Ley talks "Better Drinking Culture" and NA Beers.
Dry January is over and it feels like fruity February. We're still not technically drinking beer, but it has alcohol. This Seltzer variety pack may or may not pack a fruity punch. We're trying them all in this cheap beer, I mean, cheap seltzer review.
Second of a two-part "dry January" series on beer lacking a key ingredient: Alcohol. Are there any cheap non-alcoholic beers worth buying? The guys give their livers a break for these near beer reviews.
First of a two-part "dry January" series on beer lacking a key ingredient: Alcohol. Are there any cheap non-alcoholic beers worth buying? The guys give their livers a break for these near beer reviews.
A quick update on where we've been and what's coming up on Good Swill Hunting. Hint: It does involve more beer, more laughs, and more knowledge on the best of the cheap stuff! Thank you listeners!
This blonde is all hop'd up and we're going to try it. Don't get any ideas! We try to keep this train on the tracks, but the beer of the Hypnotic Beast takes us for a ride. Special thanks to the listener who bought us this beer!
We're climbing Rainier! Not the mountain, but a 16 oz. pounder of beer. This brew is from the Pacific Northwest and made the trek across country to the Good Swill Hunting studio for the team to try and rate. We'll talk about Pabst Brewing and play some advertising that'll have you drinking every beer, man.
It's a magical time of year, so we're trying something said to be magically delicious and it's the first Stout beer on Good Swill Hunting. We're throwing back Maguires Draught Stout to see if it comes anywhere close to the legendary Guiness.
In this episode we’ll see if Utica Club Pilsener Beer is “XX Pure,” as it says on the can. We also have a special early Christmas present for beer insider Bryan!
We don't know what a glacier tastes like, but Kokanee beer might be as close as we get. This Canadian budget beer is an oldie and by some accounts; a goodie. Learn more about the beers we try, our team of experts, and our ratings at GoodSwillHunting.com.
Is it another beauty of a budget beer? Or, will it leave you with the wrong kind of sour taste? In this episode, we review State of Brewing's Key Lime Sour beer. Also, stick around for a special interview with the owner of Octopi Brewing in this episode; the maker of several beers we've thoroughly enjoyed on Good Swill Hunting.
Just like many of your groceries these days, this beer comes at a premium...Premium Lager that is, not price. It's another regional swill you can't find everywhere. We picked up Grain Belt at a Sinclair gas station in South Dakota; but it is brewed in Minnesota. It's a salute to the U.S. farm country, but will we salute this beer as a high ranking cheap swill?
"Beer in its Simplest Form." The last beer claiming to be "Simpler" didn't go over too well with the guys, but this brew might. It's from Michigan and slips in with craft beers on the shelf--but it's not what you'd expect. It's cheap. But is it good? On this episode, we get to hear from a Short's Brewing Company in a rare Good Swill interview; then we'll rate this swill.
Before you stock up this Halloween, beware of pricey beer. In this spooky Episode Good Swill Hunting, the guys are broadcasting around a campfire with a fright full of swill to try. Pumpkin Ale by State of Brewing, Rogue Batsquatch IPA, and Pumpkin Pie Hard Cider by State of Brewing. Sit back and enjoy. Things, like cheap beer, aren't always what they seem.
The world's first golden beer? One of the claims we're taking a look at with this classic beer, as we take a taste of the flavor and rate this swill.
Lone Star Original comes to us from Texas by way of our Beer Outsider, Matt. Founded in 1884, this beer is still around today and widely available in certain parts of the U.S. We'll talk about how this swill made its way into "big beer," it's relations to other regional beers and why it is near and dear to our Outsider's big Texas heart.
It's their beer and we can't have it! But we are going to rate Heileman's Old Style on this Episode, as we continue to explore regional beers across the country. Hear about the history of who brewed it and why it's Chicago's beloved beverage, even though it's brewed in another town today.
We're going to saddle up and ride with this beer for this Episode. We brought Montucky Cold Snack back from the Intermountain West, several thousand feet down from where we found it. We'll see if this light, refreshing beer will be akin to bucking on a wild Mustang or like galloping majestically through the air on a graceful Unicorn!
It's Season 2 of the Good Swill Hunting Podcast! Narragansett holds a special place in our beer loving hearts, so we're kicking this season off with a fresh take on this beer. Narragansett Fresh Catch, brought to us by a podcast listener, is on deck. The Golden Ale is brewed for New Englanders, but we're trying it!
We're wrapping up Season 1 of Good Swill Hunting! It's been a journey trying lots of cheap beer and sifting through all the bad beer to find some gems in the World of Swill. We're also getting ready for Season 2, with beer from far away and new content you'll love!
Welcome to a new series in the Good Swill Hunting podcast! Icebreakers, hosted by our beer outsider, Matt! What better way to break the ice in this new cheap beer segment, than by finally tasting Matt's go-to beer; Busch Ice. What does 'ice' beer mean exactly? Listen, learn, and maybe hear some surprises along the way.
We've hit 6 months with this Podcast and we're tapping the rockies this week! Well, maybe the foothills in the Coors beer collection. But, it's cheap; so we're trying it. Learn about the origins of this brew and a little controversy around it. Plus, some Good Swill Advertising to 'Get Keystoned!'
The name alone makes this beer worth trying. It's a California swill brewed in Florida, competing with big Mexican beer names. Chihuahua Cerveza's Chihuahua Limon beer could be as impressive as the brewery's instagram account. Before you try it, let us give you una introduccion.
It's a 2'fer! We'll try both Genessee Lager and Cream Ale this round. This is our first listener beer. A few of our amazing podcast listeners purchased these for us to try, but they didn't cost them much! Genesee takes us down memory lane, but will these two beers leave a lasting impression? Listen and find out!
Take a stroll through the orchard and pick a Busch Apple and try this beer with us. It's a swill sought after by die-hard Busch beer fans, so we're going to sip it and talk about the craze. Then decide if it lives up to the hype and is worth saving some bucks.
This beer is just called "Hazy IPA." Yup, that's it. The path to an opinion on this swill is about as murky as the swill itself. It's another familiar brewery, but we'll dive into Hazy IPAs and why 'who' brews them may not be as important as 'how' the beer is handled before it comes homes to the fridge. This episode will let you know if you'll want this one in yours!
Beer and cherries. Mix the two and get Cherry Kolsch beer, and some funny play on words this episode; as Good Swill Hunting tests a flavor some have savored. Hear some new info on a familiar brewery behind this swill and we'll let you know if this beer is worth getting your fill.
However you want to pronounce it, we're doing a Gose beer review. Our first one! Tart, fruity, and pricey; but this one is affordable in the beer world. Hear what the guys have to say about this phenomenon and if it is, in fact, phenomenal. You might be surprised!
You've seen the stickers. Well, now there's a beer and we made a song. These thirsty boaters will review "Salt Life Lager." The brand is from Jacksonville, Florida and we'll find out where it's brewed. We'll also see if the 'Salt Life' is as tasty as it seems.
Wild Range, you make my heart sang. Or will you? This is a beer review for the books. From the flavor, to the label, to where the heck it comes from; it's pretty wild. Coming off of a long 4th of July weekend, the guys are in the mood to decide if "wild" means "good" swill.
This is heavy. Doc, is this a beer review? Good Swill Hunting steps into the forge to taste Steel Reserve 211. A malt liquor by many accounts. It has lots of gravity and good vibes for one of these beer review panelists. Find out who makes this stuff, who likes it, and why!
Next on the list of Good Swill Hunting pool beer reviews, these boys are taking a few big girls for a swim. 32 ounce bottles of Victoria Vienna Lager. It's glass, so bring some cups too! As we sip and listen to a sexy beer commercial, also hear a bit about the Archduke who sailed with his own beer brewer! The beginnings of a swill.
As we continue Good Swill Hunting pool beer reviews, these tourists are taking a side street and doing a hard seltzer review. From the tropical shelves of Aldi's, Vista Bay Hard Seltzer is flavored with coconut and mango,. Will it go down smooth like an island breeze or will this tropical getaway get cut short?
It's pool season and the boys are continuing to review budget-friendly pool beers with Natty Daddy Lemonade by Natural Light. Is this high gravity alternative to Mike's Hard Lemonade sweet like summer or a sour like afternoon hangover? Learn the answer in our most entertaining podcast yet!
The Good Swill nomads are gonna float into the magical world of Hopping Nomad IPA. The last budget IPA they tried didn't fare so well. Will this session IPA from Octopi Brewing take them on a flavor adventure? Or, should it be left on the Aldi beer shelf to collect dust?
On this Episode, these jagoffs are gonna give Iron City Premium Lager a thumbs up or a terrible towel thumbs down. Is this budget beer a winner like the Stillers? Either way, we'll learn a thing or two about this legendary Pittsburgh brewery.
Matt, our "Beer Outsider" with Busch Ice as his go-to, has a quick preview of the cheap beer we're trying. New Good Swill Podcasts drop on Wednesdays! Thanks for listening!
Looking for a budget-friendly alternative to Becks Pilsner? This German style lager brewed by Brouwerij Martens might be just what you're looking for. Find it in an Aldi beer aisle near you. You might be surprised by some of the scores this beer gets.
Some German flare, as we give you a quick preview of Wednesday's Episode of Good Swill Hunting featuring Brens!
On this episode of Good Swill Hunting, the beer quest for the best cheap beer continues with a classic - Hamm's Premium Beer. Is this budget beer worth your pennies or is it just another retro beer brand reincarnated to attract the hipster crowd?
A quick preview of Wednesday's new Episode of the Good Swill Hunting Podcast. Tune in for what this week's classic will be, as the search for good cheap beer presses on!
Pinching some pesos for your Cinco de Mayo party? Is Tecate a good substitute for Corona? Is Aldi's Monterrey a ringer for Landshark? Has anyone even tried Regia Extra before? Find out in this special addition Cinco de Mayo Mayo throw down.
Maybe Grandpa was wrong, and you do get a second chance to make a first impression. The boys give Simpler Times another shot with a review of their lager. How does it compare to Simpler Times Pilsner? Find out in part two of this budget beer review.
The fellas' hunt for Good Swill continues with Simpler Times Pilsner. This stunningly cheap beer must face a test in order to become Good Swill. Is this Trader Joe's beer worth the money?
You’ve seen Narragansett Lager in the beer coolers of your local grocery store, but have you tried it? Is this budget-friendly beer worthy of serving to your neighbor? Could this beer be a true American classic swill? The Good Swill Hunting beer reviewers answer your pressing questions.
From the cheap beer aisle of Trade Joe’s comes Boatswain American IPA. Is it the Two Buck Chuck of IPAs or should you splurge for your favorite local IPA? We’ll be the judge of this modern-day grog.
The Good Swill Hunting team tries Blue Ridge Lager by Craft Explorers. This beer bills itself as a full-bodied classic. Is this budget beer worth the $6.99 price or should you splurge for a true craft beer?
In Episode 3 the guys try out a wannabe Heineken. This beer is called VanDanken. It comes in the familiar green bottle at a much lower price. Does this hold up to the test? Is it a good swill or a cheap knock off?
In this inaugural episode, we give listeners an idea of what the podcast is all about - budget beer reviews. We also talk about our go-to beers - what's in our fridge right now - as you get to meet the cast. This is the first episode in a series where we describe what we like about cheap beers and how we will grade the good swill that we find. Cheers!
This is the first true episode of Good Swill Hunting. We review Blue Key Wheat Ale. It's a discount beer found at Lidl that looks and tastes a lot like Blue Moon, but it's $3 cheaper per six-pack. Is the savings worth it? Find out in this episode.