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Summary (TLDR)
Beer educator Proper Josh joins us from San Diego, CA. Proper Josh is a self-educated beer and wine aficionado. He posts craft beer reviews daily, highlighting the craftsmanship required to make a truly great brew. We sat down to talk about how he got into craft beer, how he judges what he drinks, staying healthy while imbibing, and his holiday beer recommendations.
Timestamps
01:05 Proper Josh's background
04:33 First homebrew style
06:10 India Pale Ale
08:30 Beer styles and marketing
10:30 Breweries dedicated to authentic styles
13:32 The future of craft beer styles
16:36 Tasting a beer
19:59 Influence of wine tasting on beer judging
21:30 Staying healthy while enjoying beer
25:50 Drinking during the holidays
26:58 Holiday beer recommendations
31:10 Hidden jewels at Trader Joe's
32:10 The future of Proper Josh
Beer
10% ABV Santa's Little Helper Imperial Stout by Port Brewing Co.
Notes: Dark cocoa and roasted coffee aromatics. Hints of sweet crystal malt, warming tones of alcohol and a touch of hops.
6.8% CelebrationFresh Hop IPA by Sierra Nevada
Notes: Citrus and pine aromas. Featuring Cascade, Centennial and Chinook hops.
8.0% ABV Bacon And Eggs Imperial Coffee Porter by Pizza Port Brewing Company
Notes: Cold-pressed coffee from Bird Rock Roasters. Strong coffee flavors with rich chocolate and roasted malts.
9.2% ABV Christmas Pancakes Gingerbread Imperial Milk Stout by Hardywood Park Craft Brewery
Notes: Spices, honey and maple syrup.
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