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Send us Fan Mail A hazy IPA called Tiny Ass Umbrella sounds like a joke, but we treat it like a real craft beer review. We pop the can from Southern Range Brewing Company and get into the details people actually care about: haze, mouthfeel, that “juicy IPA” promise, and whether the finish drinks clean or turns heavy and gassy. If you like New England IPA talk that does not pretend every beer is life-changing, you are in the right place. Then the conversation wanders the way real nights do. We hit the state of the brewery scene and why it feels like some taprooms are slowing down, especially as younger crowds drink less alcohol or switch to vaping and THC. We also talk real life: Ricky’s new truck upgrade for hauling his camper through mountain trips, plus a deep dive into smoked deviled eggs on a Traeger smoker, including the ice bath trick and the add-ins that make them disappear at a holiday table. After the break, we crack the wild card: Eleven Lakes Brewing Company Apricot Habanero spicy wheat ale out of Cornelius, North Carolina. It is fruity, it is pepper-hot, and it turns into one of those beers you cannot stop talking about once the heat hits your lips. We rate it, argue about who would actually keep it stocked, and then we stir up our “Ricky Answer This” card game for some chaotic, adult-leaning laughs. If you enjoyed the ride, subscribe so you do not miss the next pour, share this with a beer friend, and leave us a review. What is the spiciest beer you have ever tried, and did you actually finish it? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Three IPAs, one variety pack, and zero patience for fake tasting-note nonsense. We crack open BrewDog Hop Fiction, BrewDog American IPA, and Hazy Jane Double Hazy and talk like real drinkers: how much grapefruit shows up, where the bitterness hits, what changes as the beer warms, and which one is actually “crushable” enough to buy again. If you love IPAs but hate when they taste like straight-up citrus peel, our ranking is built for you.  Things get sideways fast when we start comparing everything to Wingman and Elvis Juice, then stumble into BrewDog’s DogHouse hotel near Columbus. Yes, the one with shower beers and in-room taps. We also swap real-life chaos stories, including getting knocked out by a rough sick week, battling yard drainage after heavy rain, and that moment when tornado weather makes you wonder where you’d even hide if you don’t have a basement.  Then we pivot to food because beer deserves backup. Ricky walks through his “cowboy sushi” Traeger cook: a bacon weave wrapped around a meatloaf-style filling with cream cheese and smoked pepper gouda, finished with a high-heat crisp and a glaze that locks everything in. We close out with the last beer scores, a quick run through our Bad Choices card game, and the usual unfiltered laughs. Subscribe, share this with your IPA friend, and leave us a review so more people can find the show. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail A beer can be “8.5%” on paper and still drink like summer, and that’s exactly what happens when we crack Wingman Tropical Storm Imperial IPA from BrewDog. We dig into the smell, the first sip, and why this tropical IPA hits more like guava, mango, and passion fruit than the bitter bite people fear. If you’ve got a friend who says they don’t like IPAs, this is the kind of can you hand them with a smirk and watch the opinion change. Then we swing hard into the weird side of the internet with an article that stops us cold: LED lights under breast implants that can glow in different colors. Yes, we have questions. Yes, it gets out of control. And somehow we still keep the tasting on track, including food talk that starts with grilled pineapple on a burger and ends with new ideas we actually want to try. After the break we open “Sandwich” from 11-3 Brewing, a Berlin-style weisse made with Concord grapes and roasted peanuts. The result is a peanut butter and jelly sour beer that smells like the real thing and finishes with a legit peanut butter note. We also talk craft beer pricing, what it costs breweries to keep the lights on, and we run a round of Ricky’s Bad Choices before we lock in our final ratings and close out with golf season on the horizon. If you like funny, unfiltered craft beer reviews with real tasting notes, hit play, subscribe, share the show with your drinking buddy, and leave a quick review so more beer people can find us. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Someone at a table casually unwrapped a kidney stone like it was a party favor, and somehow that wasn’t even the only strange moment of the night. We pour two very different beers and let the conversation go where it wants, from legit craft beer tasting notes to the kind of stories you only tell when you trust the room. First up is Old Peculiar, the famous Yorkshire dark ale that drinks way smoother than you’d expect. We talk flavor in plain language, how the coffee and chocolate hints show up (and then disappear), and why it earns a high rating without trying to be flashy. Then we jump into St. Patrick’s Day food and pub classics: quick sausage rolls with puff pastry, bangers and mash, and that Guinness gravy that makes you stop talking for a second. After the break, we crack 11.3 Brewing’s Brambleberry Cobbler. It’s labeled as a sour, but to us it drinks like a light dessert beer with vanilla, graham cracker, cinnamon, and just enough berry to keep it interesting. We also get into the real-life part of craft beer culture: price, availability, and whether a $21 four-pack is worth it. Along the way we hit Northeast Ohio chaos (meteor boom, Bigfoot sightings, weather whiplash), do a fast “bad choices” question game, and wrap with what we’re watching and what we want to try next. If you like beer reviews, brewery talk, easy comfort-food ideas, and off-the-rails stories, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What’s your “reason to drink” this week? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Peach can be either a perfect flavor note or a total dealbreaker, and we put that to the test with Sunpath Lager with Peach from Alesmith Brewing Company. We talk straight tasting notes from the first sip: real peach character, a surprising “canned peach” nostalgia hit, and that weird metallic finish you can’t un-notice once you name it. If you like fruited lagers, summer beer, and honest beer ratings, this pour is a fun one to compare against whatever’s in your fridge. Then we zoom out to the stuff that makes a craft beer night feel like a craft beer night: hunting for better bottle shop selection, trying new breweries instead of buying the same old packs, and pairing beer with actual food. Ricky gets into a corned beef cook that turns into legit Reuben sandwiches, plus a hike to Nelson Ledges where the ice makes every step feel sketchy. Somehow that turns into a real argument about Ohio Bigfoot sightings, trail cameras, and how to tell “evidence” from costumes and AI. After the break, we crack Once Upon a Lime from Collision Bend Brewing, a cucumber lime fruited sour ale that’s light, tart, and built for hot weather. We debate refreshment, balance, and whether we’d buy it again, then finish with our “bad decisions” card game and a quick St. Patrick’s Day check-in. Subscribe for more craft beer reviews, share this with a beer friend, and leave a rating and review. What fruit beer should we try next? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail A light beer just earned a perfect ten and knocked our old favorites off the throne. We opened Pabst Light expecting a throwback macro and found a crisp, balanced lager with real flavor, clean finish, and the same 96-calorie footprint you expect from an everyday sipper. We pulled it apart next to Bud Light and Michelob Ultra, talked sweetness, mouthfeel, and price, and asked the only question that matters: would you actually buy a 12-pack and live with it? Our answer surprised us. Between pours, we headed to the kitchen for the ultimate crowd-pleaser: a Big Mac meatloaf that nails the fast-food memory without the drive-thru. Ground beef, shredded cheese, chopped dill pickles, whisked eggs, ketchup, mustard, and torn sesame bun for the bind, finished with a quick hit of grill smoke. On lettuce with an easy house sauce, it is weeknight-simple and backyard-worthy. We share why whisking matters, when to choose fresh bread over crumbs, and how a clean lager slices through rich, tangy bites. Then we flipped the script with a Maumee Bay peanut-flavored Kolsch. Think peanut brittle up front, a whisper of salted caramel, and a maple finish that lingers as the glass warms. At 5% ABV and 25 IBUs, it is playful and polished—great for ballpark vibes or a dessert pairing—but best in singles, not a marathon. We closed out with spring on deck: warmer days, grills firing, camping trips lining up, and golf season calling. That is the real reason we chase dialed-in lagers: they keep pace with sun, smoke, and long days outside. Hit play to hear why Pabst Light earned a rare perfect score, grab the Big Mac meatloaf blueprint, and decide if the peanut Kolsch earns fridge space. If you enjoy beer talk, backyard cooking, and a little chaos, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so we can keep the taps—and the recipes—flowing. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Two beers. Two moods. One tasting that proves order matters as much as flavor. We kick off with Flannery’s Irish Style Red Ale, a 5.5% pour built on European caramel and dark base malts. It’s all toasted bread, light caramel, and an easy finish that makes sense for St. Paddy’s Day and any night you want a reliable, sessionable red. We talk price ranges, four-pack value, and why this can outperforms bigger-name reds like Killian’s, while landing closer to the clean balance of Smithwick’s. Then we flip the script with a Hot Honey Mango Sour at 6%. Think ripe mango riding a tart base with a soft honey gloss and a late, playful tickle of heat. The surprise isn’t how bold it sounds; it’s how composed it drinks. The sour pops without punishing, the sweetness doesn’t smother the fruit, and the heat keeps you curious. We even unpack that faint powdery note some palates catch on the finish and why it eases up after a few sips. Most important tip: drink the red first, then the sour. That single move unlocks better flavor on both. Along the way we compare styles, share practical buying advice, and rate with zero fluff: the Irish Red lands at 8–8.5 for balance, price, and all-night drinkability; the Hot Honey Mango Sour earns a confident 9 for its sweet-heat harmony and repeat-pour appeal. If you’re stocking up for St. Patrick’s Day, a backyard hang, or a casual bottle share, this duo gives you a smooth crowd-pleaser and a bright conversation piece without breaking the bank. If you enjoyed the tasting and want more blunt, useful beer talk, follow the show, share with a friend, and drop a quick rating to help others find us. What should we taste next? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail A beer that smells like dessert and drinks like an espresso martini? We crack open a white chocolate espresso coffee stout from Boss Dog and it absolutely sings—silky coffee, a touch of sweetness, and an easygoing 5.5% ABV that keeps conversation loose and lively. Then we switch gears to a hazy IPA from Collision Bend that threads the needle between fruit-forward aroma and a clean grapefruit finish, landing in that sweet “all day” zone while still bringing a sturdy 6.2% punch. Between sips, we follow the sun to Houston. Picture an open-air ice house with 55 taps repeated across three stations, food trucks circling like friendly satellites, and a massive outdoor screen sharp enough to make the Super Bowl look new. The vibe is pure spring-in-Texas: a breeze through the picnic tables, big fans spinning overhead, and menus that leap from lobster to funnel-cake mashups. We swap travel snapshots, talk about how weather shapes beer culture, and confess how quickly a good tap list can turn into a long night of favorites and firsts. Back home, the conversation gets geeky in the best way. We compare ABV and IBU without the jargon, debate whether a projector beats a TV for movies and gaming, and admit that scale changes everything—from a screen that fills a wall to a stout that fills the room with coffee-chocolate aroma. The stout earns a rare “keep it stocked” from both of us; the hazy secures a solid eight and a spot in the weeknight rotation. And because craft beer runs on discovery, we’re opening the door for non-local suggestions—send your under-the-radar lagers, saisons, and hazies our way and we’ll put them to the test. If you love beer that tells a story—Cleveland craft pride, Houston’s open-air tap scene, and the small joys that follow a great pour—you’ll feel right at home. Hit play, grab something cold, and join the banter. If you dig the show, click follow and subscribe, share it with a friend who needs a new go-to beer, and drop your top taproom rec in the comments. Cheers. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail The can hissed, the foam surged, and suddenly our studio floor was a caramel-colored slip ‘n slide. That’s how a rye whiskey barrel-aged Scottish ale made its entrance—and somehow still earned a near-perfect score. Before the chaos, we crack open Dragonheart, an apple mead with cherry and raspberry, and discover a curveball: more sparkling cider than sour bite, with apple upfront and cherry lingering on the finish. It’s bright, fun, and sneaky-strong, the kind you keep on hand for friends who swear they “don’t like beer” but love a juicy sip. Between pours, we wrestle with winter. The snow finally sticks, the mud retreats, and dog owners nod in tired agreement. A simple home upgrade—pet-grade artificial turf—turns into a legit sanity saver, keeping paws clean and floors cleaner. We share the small victories that make a season bearable: a forecast promising 40s and 50s, a stew trick using hot-and-spicy V8 for bold depth, and a local Chinese spot that never misses. It’s a hangout vibe with practical takeaways, because cold months demand both comfort and cleverness. Pop culture keeps us moving. Land Man sparks memories of the Dallas “who shot JR” frenzy, reminding us that big, messy characters make the week feel more alive. And the community shows up too: new reels and shorts across platforms, growing downloads, and a heartfelt nod to the folks who buy us a beer and keep this scrappy show rolling. Then the ale returns—rye sweetness, a whisper of chocolate, a warming finish that says one glass is enough and exactly right. We laugh about the sticky cleanup, because sometimes the best nights are a little unhinged. Come for the mead and barrel notes, stay for the winter hacks, food talk, and unfiltered banter. Hit play, rate the pours with us, and tell a friend who needs a bright spot in the cold. If you’re enjoying the show, subscribe, drop a review, and share your own “another reason to drink” this week. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Two beers, two moods, and one very honest split. We crack a Masthead Midwest Red IPA expecting a hint of caramel, only to be met with a grapefruit surge and a stubborn bitter finish that divides our panel. One of us gets a sharp, almost chemical edge and heavy carbonation; the other appreciates the hop punch and rides with it. If you’ve ever argued over an IPA at the table, you’ll feel seen here, especially when we unpack how “red” sets malt expectations that “IPA” promptly bulldozes. Then we reset with a Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Toasted Stout that eases in hot and settles into something rich and balanced. Oak, vanilla, a touch of marshmallow, and that warm bourbon finish deliver the kind of slow-sipper that makes sense on a cold night. We both land at 8 and talk through why “toasted” reads smoother than some barrel-aged bruisers. It’s bold at 10% ABV without turning into syrup, and it pairs perfectly with stories about winter commutes, snow berms at the end of the driveway, and the simple victory of getting home for a well-earned pour. Between tastes, we veer into real life: salt shortages near a giant lake salt mine, whiteout clippers that follow you on Route 6, and a Queen tribute in a velvet-seat theater where you can actually sit, snack, and sing. That’s the bigger theme—context flavors everything. Stress can make a bitter IPA feel harsher; a warm stout can feel like a blanket. Come for the tasting notes, stay for the banter, and leave with a short list of what to buy for your next storm night. If you enjoy candid beer reviews, subscribe on YouTube, follow along on your favorite podcast app, and drop your own scores. What’s your pick: grapefruit bite or bourbon warmth? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Hit play for a wild mix of fresh YouTube energy, honest beer reviews, and storm-smart survival tips that could actually help when the power blinks. We went from cables and camera confusion to pouring two unforgettable beers: Nugget Nectar, a red-ale crossover that drinks like a friendly IPA, and Death’s Tar, a bourbon-barrel bruiser that smacks with baker’s chocolate and heat. One earns a rare perfect score on camera. The other? Let’s just say if you love big oak and bigger bite, you’ll have opinions. We keep it human and a little chaotic—road-trip “workation” stories, the kind of bar stops you only make when someone else is driving, and the humble reality of building a channel while the mics are live. Music heads will appreciate our detour into the Beastie Boys doc and a Puffy profile that raises questions about image, narrative control, and what happens when the camera never turns off. It’s the pop-culture breather between tastings, and it sparks a sharp back-and-forth on what ages well, both in beer and in reputation. Then we get practical. With a winter system icing its way across multiple states, we trade no-nonsense pointers: water storage, safe heat, CO detectors, food you can stash outside, and a little terracotta trick for warming a small room if things get rough. Nothing preachy—just the kind of advice you’d text a friend before the roads glaze over. We wrap by weighing cost versus flavor on high-ABV stouts, doubling down on that Nugget Nectar recommendation, and celebrating a clutch golf league night because small wins matter. If you’re into craft beer, bourbon-barrel stouts, music documentaries, or simply want real talk about storm prep without fear-mongering, this one’s for you. Tap follow, rate the show, and share it with a friend who needs a better winter beer plan. And if you’re feeling generous, subscribe to the new YouTube—watch along and tell us what to taste next. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

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Send us Fan Mail A peach label promised sunshine. The pour delivered wheat. That’s where our night starts—expectations versus reality, how labels shape first sips, and the simple tricks that can rescue a subtle beer: the right glass, a slice of peach or orange, and a little patience. We get honest about why some wheat beers are easy on the palate but tough on the gut, and why “fruit” on a can doesn’t always mean fruit on the tongue. Then the lights dim and the mood shifts. We pop Goose Island Bourbon County and everything slows down: deep aromas of smoke and oak, chocolate layered with vanilla and caramel, and a bourbon warmth that asks you to sit, swirl, and sip. We talk temperature and glassware, why this stout is a closer, and how it pairs with cigars or dark chocolate. We even stack it against Kentucky Bourbon Barrel and call a clear winner for balance and depth. If you’re into barrel-aged stouts, this segment is your tasting roadmap. Between pours, life sneaks in. One of us steps into new responsibilities at work—scheduling trucks, printing orders, leveling up in Excel—while we swap a gnarly hygiene story that proves how tiny habits can keep a whole crew sick. We pull back the curtain on our show too: a new Facebook page, Buzzsprout link, and a look at growth across 66 countries. Seven seasons later, the formula still works—good friends, good beer, real laughs—and consistency beats perfection. If you like candid beer reviews, practical tasting tips, and the kind of banter that makes a week feel shorter, you’re in the right place. Hit play, grab a glass, and tell us where you land: team wheat or team barrel-aged stout? Subscribe, share with a friend who loves big flavor, and drop a review with your top stout recommendation. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Snow piled up outside and we cracked open Ellicottville’s holiday variety to see what stuck. The “sugar cookie” ale promised vanilla and bakery warmth, but our palates landed on semi-sweet green tea with a syrupy hint, sparking a real talk about flavor names, expectations, and how seasonal beer labels set you up before the first sip. From there we mapped out our path to video: quick reels now, smart gear later, and a steady cadence built on honest reactions at the table rather than a perfect studio. The nostalgia wave hit when we turned to MTV’s sign-off after 44 years. We relived the early music video years, the pivot to reality TV, and the moment YouTube made curation on-demand. That shift changed how artists break, how fans discover, and why short, searchable clips beat a cable slot. Music videos didn’t die—they moved to a platform where you can find exactly the song you want in seconds. Redemption arrived with the Chocolate Cherry Bomb imperial stout at 8.2%. Big chocolate on the nose, a rich body, and a shy cherry note that flashes late before a dry, slightly bitter finish. We’d order a pint to try, but it’s not a case buy; still, it’s a solid winter sipper for stout fans. We also look ahead to St. Patrick’s season—Irish reds, dry stouts, and ambers—and swap Savannah stories: long parades, sip-and-stroll charm, and cobblestone history that makes a beer taste better in your hand. If you love beer reviews with unfiltered honesty, a dash of music history, and road-tested tips for building a creator workflow, you’re in the right place. Pour something cold, rate along with us, and hit play. Enjoyed the show? Follow, share with a friend, and leave a quick review to help others find it. What winter beer should we try next? Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com

Send us Fan Mail Sleigh bells are packed away, but the glasses are out, starting with Kringle Juice from Big Ditch Brewing—a hazy IPA that looks like Christmas and drinks like clean citrus and pine. We dig into the aroma, that first juicy hit, the subtle dryness as it warms, and why it stacks next to Elvis Juice without feeling like a clone. At 7% ABV and easygoing bitterness, it’s a quiet holiday hero for anyone who wants a festive can and a year-round flavor. The chat opens up from there. We trade stories about how family traditions shift once the grandparents stop hosting—why some branches drift into smaller circles and how one person stepping up can bring the tribe back together. It’s a candid, funny, and honest look at gathering without the pressure of a calendar date, where the real win is people in a room, not perfection on the table. Along the way we toss in gaming chaos: accidental alliances, surprise ambushes, and the social weirdness of PvP that still keeps us logging on. It’s community, whether you find it around a tree, a couch, or a loading screen. Then we pour dessert: Hardywood’s Peppermint Bark Stout. Chocolate-forward, softly minty, and lighter than most pastry stouts at 9.2% ABV, it slides between milk and dark chocolate notes with a finish that feels like a winter nightcap. We talk pairings, why it works after dinner, and where it lands on our keeper scale. Add a few white elephant gems, a ham-sandwich confession, and a shout-out to a hot honey pepperoni pizza that stole the show, and you’ve got a cozy, laughter-heavy holiday wrap. If you’re into craft beer reviews, seasonal stouts, hazy IPAs, and real talk about family and traditions, you’ll feel right at home. Tap play, rate along with us, and tell us your winter go-to: are you Team IPA or Team Stout? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a new holiday pour, and leave a quick review to help more listeners find the show. Support the show www.anotherreasontodrink.com