We're FINALLY back in the studio for a full length episode.  What better way to come back than another "Mystery Beer" episode.  This time Tony has selected for random beers for Brandon to try and figure what they are.

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Episode 163 - Mystery Beers for Brandon

This week Captain Brandon Weninger and First Mate Tony Golec come back to the studio, after a much needed break and drink OIB's Hazy Triple IPA "Cosmic Kerfuffle".

About the beer:
Galaxy & Citra hopped hazy Triple IPA

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After The Malted Mini's Final Pour? - Old Irving Brewing "Cosmic Kerfuffule"

This week our old friend Ray Stout of the Illinois Craft Beer Guild joins us to discuss Beer Under Glass and other happenings for Illinois Craft Beer Week.

Beers on this episode:
Half Acre Beer Company - Akari Shogun
Hop District Community Brewing - Rebello
Hopewell Brewing Co. - Sharp

Grab your tickets for Beer Under Glass 2025 here:
https://www.universe.com/events/beer-under-glass-at-harris-theater-in-downtown-chicago-tickets-HVPGBK

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Episode 162 - Illinois Craft Beer Week 2025 Preview (feat. Ray Stout)

This week Brandon and Tony sample some "dank" IPA's followed by some "dark" stouts in what they are dubbing "Dank vs. Dark".

Beers on this episode:
Lagunita's Brewing Co. - Waldo's Special Ale
Pipeworks Brewing Company - Double Fudge Barrel Aged Abduction
Energy City Brewing - Hop Buoy Hazy Triple IPA
Mikkeller - George

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Episode 161 - Dank vs. Dark

This week Brandon and Tony sample New Glarus "Gyrator Dopplebock".

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Malted Mini's - New Glarus Gyrator Dopplebock

This week we sample four beers from Logan Square's Pilot Project Brewing.

Beers on this episode:
Funkytown Brewery - Hip-Hops and R&Brew
Standard Goods - Pale Ale
Brewer's Kitchen - Two Falls
Donna's Pickle Beer

Get your Meals on Wheels Chicago On Tap Tickets TODAY!
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Episode 160 - Pilot Project Brewing

This week we welcome back Matthew and dig deep into Brandon's beer fridge to unearth a 2023 Barrel Aged Shamrock Stout from Goose Island.

Tickets for Meals on Wheels "Chicago on Tap" AVAILABLE NOW!
https://www.mealsonwheelschicago.org/cot

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After The Final Pour S10E02 - Goose Island "Shamrock Stout" 2023 (feat. Matthew Moldenhauer)

This week we sit down with Cory Morris of Meals on Wheels Chicago to discuss this years Chicago on Tap Festival.  Also, Matthew joins us again and promises a special gift at the event if you call him by his new name (hint: we say what it is on this episode).

Get your tickets today!
https://www.mealsonwheelschicago.org/cot

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Episode 159 - Meals on Wheels Chicago on Tap Fest 2025 (feat. Cory Morris and Matthew Moldenhauer)

This week we welcome back friend of the show, Matthew Moldenhauer to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with some local beers.

Beers on this episode:
Midwest Coast - Irish Tommy
Phase Three - The Knot
Old Irving Brewing - Lucky Linny
Riverlands Brewing Company - Doc's Irish Stout
More Brewing - Story Horse

Meals on Wheels "Chicago on Tap" tickets are now available!
https://www.mealsonwheelschicago.org/cot

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Episode 158 - St. Patrick's Day 2025 (feat. Matthew Moldenhauer)

This week Brandon and Tony welcome Yuengling to Illinois and sample all five beers currently available.

Beers on this episode:
Traditional Lager
Light Lager
Golden Pilsner
Flight
Black & Tan

Meals on Wheels "Chicago on Tap" tickets are now available!
https://www.mealsonwheelschicago.org/cot

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Episode 157 - Yuengling Comes To Illinois

The Malting Hour is a podcast about home brewing, beer and people we like.  It is hosted by Brandon Weninger, and Tony Golec; two friends who enjoy home brewing and craft beer - and talking about it.  In each release, we will feature a different topic, guest, or style of beer (or any combination of the above) to ensure we bring you fresh new content!

If you have an idea for an episode, email us at info@themaltinghour.com!

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