Episodes

  • Long Island Iced Tea Returns as a Cocktail Classic
    Jul 7 2026
    • We explore the competing origin stories of the Long Island Iced Tea and explain why the cocktail is enjoying a modern revival.
    • Learn how beer was brewed before refrigeration, why lagers were stored in caves, and how seasonal brewing shaped beer history.
    • Flavorful mid-strength beers are growing in popularity as craft breweries respond to consumers seeking moderation without sacrificing taste.


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    15 mins
  • Summer Sips & Lake Erie Adventures
    Jul 3 2026

    Discover refreshing warm-weather wine styles that are perfect for summer meals and relaxing evenings.

    Explore how the Lake Erie Ale Trail has become a premier craft beverage destination with 17 unique breweries.

    Learn how local ingredients, seasonal brews, festivals, and brewery collaboration are helping drive tourism and regional pride.

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    15 mins
  • Dive Bars, Beer Science & Pickle Beer
    Jun 24 2026

    Dive bars remain cultural icons, valued for authenticity, community, and unpretentious atmosphere.

    Brown beer bottles protect flavor by blocking light that can cause beer to become "skunked."

    Several companies have launched pickle-flavored beers, reflecting growing consumer interest in bold, tangy flavors.

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    15 mins
  • From Speakeasies to Canned Cocktails: How America's Drinking Culture Evolved
    Jun 17 2026
    • Prohibition failed to stop Americans from drinking, but it sparked the rise of speakeasies, bootlegging, and the cocktail culture we still enjoy today.
    • The aftertaste of a beverage can significantly influence enjoyment, with bitterness affecting people differently based on genetics and taste perception.
    • Modern canned cocktails combine convenience with quality, using refined spirits and craft-inspired recipes to deliver bar-quality drinks anywhere.

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    15 mins
  • Root Beer, Vodka, and the Unexpected Science in Your Glass
    Jun 8 2026
    This episode of Beverage Chronicles explores the nostalgic origins of root beer, from its sassafras‑root beginnings to its clever rebranding by Charles Hires in the 1870s. It then shifts to the rise of flavored vodka and how it reshaped modern drinking culture, before closing with a surprising look at how everyday fruit juice can naturally ferment into low‑alcohol beverages. Together, the segments highlight how tradition, innovation, and chemistry all shape what we drink.

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    15 mins
  • Beer Flights, Coffee Trends & Beverage Brand PR
    Jun 7 2026
    *Learn the best way to enjoy a beer flight by tasting from lighter to heavier styles.
    *Discover how public relations helps beverage brands build trust, visibility, and sales opportunities.
    *Get the latest on Starbucks Rewards changes and new research linking coffee consumption to lower dementia risk.

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    15 mins
  • Schlitz, Session IPAs & Starbucks Summer Strategy
    Jun 1 2026
    • Schlitz beer rose from Milwaukee brewing roots to become the world’s top-selling lager before collapsing in the 1970s after cost-cutting changes damaged quality and consumer trust.
    • Founders All Day IPA helped redefine the “session IPA” category by offering full hop character with lower alcohol, making craft beer more approachable and widely drinkable.
    • Starbucks’ new summer lineup uses colorful, layered drinks and experiential marketing to create premium, Instagram-ready beverages aimed at making customers feel the experience is worth the price.

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    17 mins
  • Guinness Cocktails, Gin Trends, and the Rise of Finland’s Long Drink
    May 24 2026
    • Guinness is finding new life as a cocktail ingredient in drinks like the Espresso Stout Martini, Black Velvet, and Top Hat.
    • We highlight gin cocktails, including the lighter and refreshing Gin Sonic.
    • Beverage Chronicles visits Atlantic City to explore Finland’s famous Long Drink and its growing popularity in the United States.

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    16 mins