Andrew Pogue's guest appearances

Andrew Pogue

Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Podcast

Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl

Sean Lawson

Rudi Ghequire

Sam Calagione

Garrett Oliver

Todd DiMatteo

Troy Casey

Brandon Jones

Jester King

Shawn Johnson

Ryan Wibby

Jeff Bagby

Jace Marti

Patrick Rue

Marika Josephson

Jeffrey Stuffings

OwlTail

Geoffrey Barker

Show notes from host John Holl:"There are some remarkable beers coming out of Fair Isle in Seattle, delightful farmhouse inspired ales that play heavy into culinary inspiration, time in wood or stainless, and a house culture that brings some wonderful characteristics to each beer.  Andrew Pogue and Geoffrey Barker co-founded the brewery a few years ago and have worked to bring some of the niche beers that speak to them as drinkers,  creators, and artists, to the local beer scene. Judging by the following they’ve amassed, I’d say it’s working.  In many of their creations there is a deft use of local fruits or foraged ingredients.  They rely on specialty malts from artisanal farms, and an in-house and creative streak to bring familiar yet distinct flavors to each bottle.  Because there are three of us we recorded over zoom, so there’s the usual technology bothers that come up now and again. Apologies.  Bonus: be listening for a smoky beer shower." This episode is sponsored by:NZ HopsIn a little country far down in the Pacific, you’ll find a cooperative of Master Growers, whose legend and cultivars have been crafted for over 150 years, with creativity and passion, to produce some of the world’s finest hops. This is NZ Hops. The industry originated in 1843 not long after the early settlers arrived from England. Years of partnership with a dedicated hop breeding program, and farming knowledge handed down through the generations, sees the current day Master Growers proudly providing 18 unique New Zealand hop varieties to the world.Athletic Brewing Co.At Athletic Brewing Company their innovative process allows them to brew great-tasting craft beer without the alcohol. From IPAs to stouts to golden ales and more, they offer a full selection of beers starting at only 50 calories. Now you can keep your head clear and enjoy the refreshing taste of beer anytime, anywhere. Place an order today at athleticbrewing.com and get free shipping on two six-packs or more.Rare Beer ClubUnlike any other beer club, The Rare Beer Club often works with breweries like Lost Abbey, The Bruery, and American Solera to create craft beers made exclusively for members.  They also bring in hard to find and exclusively imported selections such as Fantome’s Magic Ghost and Westvleteren XII. Their Personalized shipment program allow members to customize each shipment and skip beers you don’t want to get. Get 50% off your first shipment when you sign up for an open-ended ongoing membership at beermonthclub.com and use promo code: DrinkRareBeer. (2 shipment minimum).For more Drink Beer, Think Beer or to check out Beer Edge: The Newsletter for Beer Professionals, follow us on Twitter @thebeeredge and subscribe to our beer industry focused newsletter. There is more information, articles, and engaging content at Beer Edge. Host: John Holl  Guests: Geoffrey Barker &amp; Andrew Pogue Sponsors: Athletic Brewing Co., NZ Hops, The Rare Beer Club The Beer Edge Tags: Beer, Hops, Saison, Farmhouse, Fruit, Barrels,  

Show notes from host John Holl:"There are some remarkable beers coming out of Fair Isle in Seattle, delightful farmhouse inspired ales that play heavy into culinary inspiration, time in wood or stainless, and a house culture that brings some wonderful characteristics to each beer.  Andrew Pogue and Geoffrey Barker co-founded the brewery a few years ago and have worked to bring some of the niche beers that speak to them as drinkers,  creators, and artists, to the local beer scene. Judging by the following they’ve amassed, I’d say it’s working.  In many of their creations there is a deft use of local fruits or foraged ingredients.  They rely on specialty malts from artisanal farms, and an in-house and creative streak to bring familiar yet distinct flavors to each bottle.  Because there are three of us we recorded over zoom, so there’s the usual technology bothers that come up now and again. Apologies.  Bonus: be listening for a smoky beer shower."  This episode is sponsored by: <a href="http://www.nzhops.co.nz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NZ Hops</a> In a little country far down in the Pacific, you’ll find a cooperative of Master Growers, whose legend and cultivars have been crafted for over 150 years, with creativity and passion, to produce some of the world’s finest hops. This is NZ Hops. The industry originated in 1843 not long after the early settlers arrived from England. Years of partnership with a dedicated hop breeding program, and farming knowledge handed down through the generations, sees the current day Master Growers proudly providing 18 unique New Zealand hop varieties to the world. <a href="http://athleticbrewing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Athletic Brewing Co.</a> At Athletic Brewing Company their innovative process allows them to brew great-tasting craft beer without the alcohol. From IPAs to stouts to golden ales and more, they offer a full selection of beers starting at only 50 calories. Now you can keep your head clear and enjoy the refreshing taste of beer anytime, anywhere. Place an order today at <a href="http://athleticbrewing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">athleticbrewing.com</a> and get free shipping on two six-packs or more.<a href="https://www.beermonthclub.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rare Beer Club</a> Unlike any other beer club, The Rare Beer Club often works with breweries like Lost Abbey, The Bruery, and American Solera to create craft beers made exclusively for members.  They also bring in hard to find and exclusively imported selections such as Fantome’s Magic Ghost and Westvleteren XII. Their Personalized shipment program allow members to customize each shipment and skip beers you don’t want to get. Get 50% off your first shipment when you sign up for an open-ended ongoing membership at <a href="http://beermonthclub.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beermonthclub.com</a> and use promo code: DrinkRareBeer. (2 shipment minimum).For more <a href="http://www.beeredge.com/podcasts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drink Beer, Think Beer</a> or to check out <a href="http://www.beeredge.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beer Edge: The Newsletter for Beer Professionals</a>, follow us on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/thebeeredge" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thebeeredge</a> and subscribe to our <a href="http://www.beeredge.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beer industry focused newsletter</a>. There is more information, articles, and engaging content at <a href="http://www.beeredge.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beer Edge</a>.<ul> <li>Host: <a href="http://www.beeredge.com/our-team/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Holl</a> </li> <li>Guests: Geoffrey Barker &amp; Andrew Pogue</li> <li>Sponsors: Athletic Brewing Co., NZ Hops, The Rare Beer Club The Beer Edge</li> <li>Tags: Beer, Hops, Saison, Farmhouse, Fruit, Barrels, </li> </ul>

Ep. 81 - Geoffrey Barker & Andrew Pogue of Fair Isle Brewing

Nick Pauley

For Fair Isle Brewing in Seattle, Washington, the founding concept was simple—focus on a narrow niche of the beer world, and do it really, really well. It’s one thing to state an audacious goal, and it’s another to actually deliver on it, but the tightly executed saisons they’ve produced over the past year exude a confidence and class that belie their young age.   In this episode of the podcast, cofounder Andrew Pogue and head brewer Nick Pauley walk through the brewery’s creation and their thoughtful approach to developing and corralling the house culture that the brewery uses to ferment every one of its beers. They discuss how to manage the cultural drift toward acid production, creating different environments that push the culture in different flavor directions, and the ways that initial fermentation flavors and aromas change and develop over the 90-day fermentation schedule.   Grain plays a big role in the brewery’s experimentation, and they discuss using heirloom barley varieties such as Purple Egyptian, as well as newly developed perennial grain Salish Blue.   They’ve also focused intently on brewing with native ingredients from the region—working with a licensed ethnobotanist who harvests foraged ingredients. They discuss their process of learning how to best use new-to-them ingredients—from foraged fireweed to wild elderberry, hawthorne, and yarrow, they’ve been learning as they go. They then discuss the re-pitching process for their culture, and how they re-use spent hops for certain beers.   Creating a saison-focused brewery in hops-loving Seattle is clearly a labor of love—but the Fair Isle team wouldn't have it any other way.   *This episode is brought to you by:  * G&amp;D Chillers (https://gdchillers.com): As the brewing industry’s premier choice for glycol chilling, G&amp;D Chillers has set the standard on quality, service, reliability and dedication to their customer’s craft. New this year, Redundancy meets Efficiency! G&amp;D’s Micro-Channel Condensers are built with all aluminum construction which eliminates galvanic corrosion. Using half the refrigerant of conventional condensers with fewer brazed connections, translates to a lower GWP and less opportunity for leaks. Call G&amp;D Chillers today to discuss your project or reach out directly at GDChillers.com. BSG (https://bsgcraftbrewing.com/) Haze for days in your IPAs! Kerry BioHaze from BSG adds that perfect stable cloudy appearance for your hazy recipe. Made with all-natural materials, BioHaze is a free-flowing microgranular powder that binds with protein molecules in beer that form polyphenol-protein complexes to produce a cloudy haze. This unique product can be added to final beer to give your beer that famous haze. Find out more about BioHaze at bsgcraftbrewing.com, or contact them at 1.800.374.2739.  Old Orchard (https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer): The most common complaint about hard seltzers? They need more flavor. Extract alone is a weak flavoring agent and can leave a chemical aftertaste. But there's a better way. The craft concentrate blends from Old Orchard are packed with REAL FRUIT FIRST, no added sugars, and just enough natural flavor. Breweries are turning to Old Orchard concentrates for seltzer with more body, color, and aroma. Turn seltzer skeptics into supporters with seltzer that drinks like a beer. Get started at www.oldorchard.com/brewer. Brewery DB® (https://www.marketmybrewery.com): For years, BreweryDB® has been the industry’s only professionally curated source of brewery and beer information – and responsible for mapping millions of visits to breweries all across the United States. In early 2021, BreweryDB® will reveal a whole new platform with all new marketing features for breweries to attract craft lovers to their unique brewery experience. To take full advantage of the enhanced marketing power of BreweryDB® – and to increase your tap room traffic, visit MarketMyBrewery.com, that’s MarketMyBrewery.com. It’s easy and it’s free! ABS Commercial (https://www.abs-commercial.com): ABS Commercial is excited to be a part of today’s Podcast! ABS is a full brewery outfitter offering brewhouses, tanks, keg washers and small parts. As a part of ABS Commercials on going give back campaign, they will be giving away an ABS Keg Viking Keg Washer in June, so make sure to periodically check the ABS Commercial Facebook page to find out when the contest opens up and how you can enter to win a Keg Viking!Support Craft Beer &amp; Brewing Magazine Podcast

For <a href="https://www.fairislebrewing.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fair Isle Brewing</a> in Seattle, Washington, the founding concept was simple—focus on a narrow niche of the beer world, and do it really, really well. It’s one thing to state an audacious goal, and it’s another to actually deliver on it, but the tightly executed saisons they’ve produced over the past year exude a confidence and class that belie their young age. In this episode of the podcast, cofounder Andrew Pogue and head brewer Nick Pauley walk through the brewery’s creation and their thoughtful approach to developing and corralling the house culture that the brewery uses to ferment every one of its beers. They discuss how to manage the cultural drift toward acid production, creating different environments that push the culture in different flavor directions, and the ways that initial fermentation flavors and aromas change and develop over the 90-day fermentation schedule. Grain plays a big role in the brewery’s experimentation, and they discuss using heirloom barley varieties such as Purple Egyptian, as well as newly developed perennial grain Salish Blue. They’ve also focused intently on brewing with native ingredients from the region—working with a licensed ethnobotanist who harvests foraged ingredients. They discuss their process of learning how to best use new-to-them ingredients—from foraged fireweed to wild elderberry, hawthorne, and yarrow, they’ve been learning as they go. They then discuss the re-pitching process for their culture, and how they re-use spent hops for certain beers. Creating a saison-focused brewery in hops-loving Seattle is clearly a labor of love—but the Fair Isle team wouldn't have it any other way. *This episode is brought to you by: * G&amp;D Chillers (<a href="https://gdchillers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://gdchillers.com</a>): As the brewing industry’s premier choice for glycol chilling, G&amp;D Chillers has set the standard on quality, service, reliability and dedication to their customer’s craft. New this year, Redundancy meets Efficiency! G&amp;D’s Micro-Channel Condensers are built with all aluminum construction which eliminates galvanic corrosion. Using half the refrigerant of conventional condensers with fewer brazed connections, translates to a lower GWP and less opportunity for leaks. Call G&amp;D Chillers today to discuss your project or reach out directly at <a href="https://gdchillers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GDChillers.com</a>. BSG (<a href="https://bsgcraftbrewing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bsgcraftbrewing.com/</a>) Haze for days in your IPAs! Kerry BioHaze from BSG adds that perfect stable cloudy appearance for your hazy recipe. Made with all-natural materials, BioHaze is a free-flowing microgranular powder that binds with protein molecules in beer that form polyphenol-protein complexes to produce a cloudy haze. This unique product can be added to final beer to give your beer that famous haze. Find out more about BioHaze at <a href="https://bsgcraftbrewing.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bsgcraftbrewing.com</a>, or contact them at 1.800.374.2739. Old Orchard (<a href="https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer</a>): The most common complaint about hard seltzers? They need more flavor. Extract alone is a weak flavoring agent and can leave a chemical aftertaste. But there's a better way. The craft concentrate blends from Old Orchard are packed with REAL FRUIT FIRST, no added sugars, and just enough natural flavor. Breweries are turning to Old Orchard concentrates for seltzer with more body, color, and aroma. Turn seltzer skeptics into supporters with seltzer that drinks like a beer. Get started at <a href="https://www.oldorchard.com/brewer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.oldorchard.com/brewer</a>. Brewery DB® (<a href="https://www.marketmybrewery.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.marketmybrewery.com</a>): For years, BreweryDB® has been the industry’s only professionally curated source of brewery and beer information – and responsible for mapping millions of visits to breweries all across the United States. In early 2021, BreweryDB® will reveal a whole new platform with all new marketing features for breweries to attract craft lovers to their unique brewery experience. To take full advantage of the enhanced marketing power of BreweryDB® – and to increase your tap room traffic, visit <a href="http://MarketMyBrewery.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MarketMyBrewery.com</a>, that’s <a href="https://www.marketmybrewery.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MarketMyBrewery.com</a>. It’s easy and it’s free! ABS Commercial (<a href="https://www.abs-commercial.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.abs-commercial.com</a>): ABS Commercial is excited to be a part of today’s Podcast! ABS is a full brewery outfitter offering brewhouses, tanks, keg washers and small parts. As a part of ABS Commercials on going give back campaign, they will be giving away an ABS Keg Viking Keg Washer in June, so make sure to periodically check the ABS Commercial Facebook page to find out when the contest opens up and how you can enter to win a Keg Viking!<a href="https://beerandbrewing.com/subscription/" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support Craft Beer &amp; Brewing Magazine Podcast</a>

169: Fair Isle’s Andrew Pogue and Nick Pauley Push the Farmhouse Paradigm with Mixed Cultures, Foraged Ingredients, and Creative Grains