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Hear. Here.Episode 7: Local foodsVermont has a brand associated with high-quality local foods and farmer's markets. But what's it like for those doing the work? In this latest episode of Hear. Here., host Josh Ellerbrock brings in three Vermont food experts—Ricky "The Meadmaker" Klein, Finn & Roots co-owner Holly Counter Beaver and homesteader Anne Lepeltier—for a conversation around the challenges of growing local in Vermont.
2025-07-2257 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastSam Howard from Klosterbrauerei EttalOn this week’s show I talk to Sam Howard, the wandering brewer.We follow his journey from Connecticut to Vermont off to Hawaii over to Berlin, and, at last, to a Monastery in Bavaria. If your dream is to travel the world and drink great beer, Sam’s story will be incredibly inspiring.We cover everything from brewing in a Hawaiian valley that has no power or running water to the impact of the Reinheitsgebot on brewpubs in Berlin.You do not want to miss this episode!Learn More about Klos...
2023-08-3039 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastFarrell Distributing - Vermont's Oldest DistributorOn this week’s show I talk to Stuart Timmons from Farrell Distributing. We have a great chat about what a distributor is looking for in a brand and, also, what a brewery should look for in a distributor. We then discuss the all-important question of how a brewery knows when it’s time to look for help in distribution.Learn More about Farrell Distributing: https://www.farrelldistributing.com/And, of course, our show sponsor: https://groennfell.com/If you enjoy the show and want an opportunity to get excl...
2023-08-2329 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastShacksbury Cider - A Perfect Blend of Innovation and TraditionOn this week’s show I talk to David Dolgninow, one of the co-founders of Shacksbury Cider in Vergennes, VT. David is an absolute wealth of knowledge.We chat about the history of the cider industry and how things have changed in the last decade. We also take a deep dive into what it’s been like to start a cidery with a partner and what it’s been like to include contract canning in their business plan.Learn More about Shacksbury here: https://www.shacksbury.com/The article we mention about...
2023-08-1638 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastBrewIQ - The Wonderous Machine from Precision FermentationOn this week’s show I talk to Dave (also known as "Boston) from Precision Fermentation, the company behind the wonderous and wonderful machine known as BrewIQ (formerly Brew Monitor).While I personally have two BrewIQ devices, this show is not sponsored by Precision Fermentation, I just genuinely love their machine and wanted more people to know about it.To learn more about Precision Fermentation and the BrewIQ, head on over to https://www.precisionfermentation.com/If you enjoy the show and want an opportunity to get exclusive content, support us on Patreon: ht...
2023-08-0938 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastCrown Tap Systems - Family-Owned Distro in MD and DCOn this week’s show I talk to Dillon DiSalvo from Crown Tap Systems, a family-owned and operated distributing company covering Maryland and DC.We talk about the process of starting a distributing company, what it’s like to break into a new market, how distributors decide which brands to work with, and much, much more.Visit Crown Tap at https://www.crowntapsystems.com/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBrewersPodcastVisit our Show Sponsor: https://groennfell.com/
2023-08-0225 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastGosnell's of London with Founder Tom GosnellIn this week's episode, we travel across the pond to chat with Tom Gosnell of Gosnell's of London, based in London, England.This episode has a lot of great content! We chat about the "beyond beer" space, how to get those kinds of products on draft, how the UK market never really got behind "better for you beverages," and so much more!Learn more about Gosnells of London right here: https://www.gosnells.co.uk/Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBrewersPodcastVisit our Show Sponsor: https://groennfell.com/
2023-07-2623 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastBlack Flannel Brewing with Head Brewer Dan SartwellIn this episode of the Professional Brewers' Podcast, we catch up with Dan Sartwell from Black Flannel Brewing in Essex, VT.We talk about how to break into the brewing world as a homebrewer, what it was like to start a brewpub during COVID, the transition from self-distribution to working with a distributor, and so much more!Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBrewersPodcastCheck out Black Flannel Brewing: https://www.blackflannel.com/Learn about the amazing artist behind their new label: https://inthereads.com/Visit our Show...
2023-07-1935 min
The Professional Brewers' PodcastMill River Brewing: A Father and Son Brewpub with Distrubution!On our very first episode of the Professional Brewers' Podcast, we chat with Levon and David from Mill River Brewing in Saint Albans, VT.Mill River is a father and son team with a 15 barrel brewhouse, a brewpub, a second restaurant, some self-distribution, some regional distributors, and a lot to teach us about balancing family and brewing.Visit Mill River Brewing: https://www.millriverbrewing.com/Visit our Show Sponsor: https://groennfell.com/
2023-07-1340 min
All Beer InsideInterview with Ricky Klein of Groennfell Meadery
From Ep 159: Yearning for another big player in the mead market
In this episode, we bring to you another gem in the city of St. Albans, Vermont. For over 10 years now, Kelly and Ricky Klein have been building a mead market from scratch. With brews available in 44 states, the Groennfell brand has been the gateway into the wonderful flavors of honey-based alcohols for many craft drink lovers. In this interview, Ricky the Meadmaker talks about how the meadery is bringing back in-person events and international collabs in the works.
All Beer Inside is a podcast b...
2022-12-1243 minAll Beer InsideInterview with Ricky Klein of Groennfell MeaderyFrom Ep 159: Yearning for another big player in the mead market
In this episode, we bring to you another gem in the city of St. Albans, Vermont. For over 10 years now, Kelly and Ricky Klein have been building a mead market from scratch. With brews available in 44 states, the Groennfell brand has been the gateway into the wonderful flavors of honey-based alcohols for many craft drink lovers. In this interview, Ricky the Meadmaker talks about how the meadery is bringing back in-person events and international collabs in the works.
All Beer Inside is a podcast by and for craft beer l...
2022-12-1243 min
The Trending Topics NetworkABI Interviews Ricky Klein of Groennfell MeaderyFrom Ep 159: Yearning for another big player in the mead market
In this episode, we bring to you another gem in the city of St. Albans, Vermont. For over 10 years now, Kelly and Ricky Klein have been building a mead market from scratch. With brews available in 44 states, the Groennfell brand has been the gateway into the wonderful flavors of honey-based alcohols for many craft drink lovers. In this interview, Ricky the Meadmaker talks about how the meadery is bringing back in-person events and international collabs in the works.
All Beer Inside is a podcast b...
2022-12-1243 min
Basic Brewing Radio08-18-22 - Mead Day ChatRicky the Meadmaker of Groennfell and Havoc meaderies joins James and Steve on Mead Day Eve to chat about their favorite honey beverages.
2022-08-1700 min
The Catholic GentlemanSPECIAL: The Drink of the Vikings, Older Than Beer or WineIt was the favorite drink of Vikings. It's made from simple, natural ingredients. It's one of the most ancient alcoholic drinks in existence. It's mead!In this special episode, Sam speaks with master meadmaker, Ricky Klein of Groennfell Meadery. They discuss:
the history and origins of mead as a beverage
the many different styles of mead
making mead at home
where you can buy authentic mead
and more...
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2021-08-2929 min
Virtual Pub PodcastEpisode 34: Groennfell & Havoc MeaderyAdam & Beef talk to Ricky "The Meadmaker" Klein from Groennfell and Havoc Meadery. They talk about mead, his mead, The Feast and the importance of feasting. Beef & Adam enjoy North Dakota beer, booze news and pub trivia.
2021-02-021h 21Basic Brewing Radio10-18-18 Ricky the Meadmaker, Too ControversialRicky the Meadmaker from Groennfell Meadery in Vermont talks about an article detailing his techniques that was deeemed "too controversial" to print.
2018-10-1757 minBasic Brewing Radio02-09-17 Mead Best PracticesRicky the Meadmaker from Groennfell and Havoc Meaderies in Vermont talks about sharing his recipes online and shares his best meadmaking practices.
2017-02-0855 minBasic Brewing Radio09-08-16 Groennfell and Havoc MeaderiesRicky the Meadmaker returns to the program with his wife and business partner, Kelly Klein, to share some wonderful "beer-strength" meads and tips for our own meads.
2016-09-0757 min
The MeadMakr Podcast: News, Interviews, and Guides to Make Your Mead BetterMM023: Ask THE MeadmakerRicky from Groennfell Meadery joins us in Episode 23. Ricky hosts his own youtube show, Ask the Meadmaker. Listen in as we talk about Groennfell’s meads and answer a few questions Ricky has for us. http://traffic.libsyn.com/meadmakr/MeadMakr023.mp3 Right click here to download the mp3 directly. Drinks in this Episode Allen and Tysen: Mannaz and Valkyrie’s Choice (Groennfell … Continue reading "MM023: Ask THE Meadmaker"
2015-11-2350 min