In this episode we explore some of the more fascinating aspects of brewing, including the botany of beer, wild brewing and hop farming. Plus, we're celebrating CAMRA’s Cider Month by taking some walks in the wild with short ‘postcards’ from some orchards around the country.Hear from Jaega Wise of Wild Card Brewery about her book Wild Brews, which won ‘Debut Drink Book’ at the Fortnum and Mason Awards 2023. The team also chat to Albert Johnson of Ross on Wye Cider and Perry Company, one of the real rising stars of the cider world. Plus, in this episode we have the return of our resident chef, Christian Gott, who cooks grilled lamb cutlets, new season potatoes, asparagus and a very special Béarnaise, one made with beer. See the recipe here.Cider Postcards: Bushel and Peck Cider from GloucestershireNightingales Cider from KentLittle Pomona from HerefordshireCAMRA News:Mild MonthCampaigner of the YearJoin CAMRA if you're not already a member for just £28.50 a year at https://join.camra.org.uk/ - gain access to great audio and visual content on our Learn & Discover platform.Don't forget to support the show at https://supporter.acast.com/pubs-pints-peopleIf you'd like to get involved, simply contact [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @PubsPintsPeople or on our Facebook account @PubsPintsPeopleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/pubspintspeople. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Pubs. Pints. People. looks at the key roles that women play in brewing and in the beer and cider communities. Listen to an interview with Tara Nurin, acclaimed author of the book ‘A Women’s Place is in the Brewhouse: A Forgotten History of Alewives, Brewsters, Witches and CEOs’. Plus, we speak to Jenny and Kenny Bruton who have created the Real Ale Finder App, which provides a digital listings of draught beers and ciders for display in bars and online.The episode is hosted virtually by the Sheffield branch of CAMRA, the city in which CAMRA's Members' Weekend, AGM and Conference is taking place from 21-23rd April, where members will be gathering to discuss future policies and celebrate achievements and talk all things CAMRA. Hear from Dave Pickersgill, chair of the local committee charged with organising the event. Join CAMRA if you're not already a member for just £28.50 a year at https://join.camra.org.uk/ - gain access to great audio and visual content on our Learn & Discover platform.Don't forget to support the show at https://supporter.acast.com/pubs-pints-peopleIf you'd like to get involved, simply contact [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @PubsPintsPeople or on our Facebook account @PubsPintsPeopleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/pubspintspeople. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode shines a light on the city and its rich brewing and pub culture. The episode is virtually hosted this month by the Stockport and South Manchester CAMRA Branch, and covers the much-loved mild beer style, why you should consider cider throughout all the seasons, and Matthew Curtis’ upcoming CAMRA book Manchester’s Best Beer, Pubs and Bars. Quick links for the episode:Stockport and South Manchester Branch Mild MagicLittle Pomona Cider Is Not Just For SummerTemperance Street CiderPellicleJoin CAMRA if you're not already a member for just £28.50 a year at https://join.camra.org.uk/ - gain access to great audio and visual content on our Learn & Discover platform.Don't forget to support the show at https://supporter.acast.com/pubs-pints-peopleIf you'd like to get involved, simply contact [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @PubsPintsPeople or on our Facebook account @PubsPintsPeopleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/pubspintspeople. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode shines a light on pubs and clubs, and their importance within communities. The hosts look at some of the campaigns that CAMRA has rolled out to help pubs, breweries and cider makers to survive. The episode is virtually hosted by the Burton CAMRA branch, which is the home of this year’s Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) Winter, taking place from 16-18 February at Burton Town Hall. Hear from Dr Claire Markham, who has conducted research revealing that pubs have an economic, social and cultural role which benefit their communities. Plus, a ‘live cook-along' with Jersey-based chef Christian Gott, who whips up Moules Normandy.CAMRA National Chairman and Burton Branch Publicity Officer Nik Antona reveals all about the Great British Beer Festival Winter (16-18 Feb, Burton Town Hall), and behind the scenes from the branch's Pub of the Year competition.Quick links:Christian Gott's blog: https://the-cask-away.com/Email your MP regarding support for pubs, breweries and cider makers in the Spring Budget: https://camra.e-activist.com/page/121106/action/1Email your MP regarding the proposed alcohol advertising ban in Scotland: https://camra.e-activist.com/page/122089/action/1Current CAMRA Pubs and Clubs campaigns: https://camra.org.uk/pubs-and-clubs/current-campaigns/Campaigning resources: https://camra.org.uk/campaign_resources/CAMRA Pub of the Year competition: https://camra.org.uk/pubs-and-clubs/awards/pub-of-the-year/CAMRA Club of the Year competition: https://camra.org.uk/pubs-and-clubs/awards/club-of-the-year/Great British Beer Festival Winter 2023: https://winter.gbbf.org.uk/Cider producers map: https://producers.camra.org.uk/What's Brewing Online: https://wb.camra.org.uk/Join CAMRA if you're not already a member for just £28.50 a year at https://join.camra.org.uk/ - gain access to great audio and visual content on our Learn & Discover platform.Don't forget to support the show at https://supporter.acast.com/pubs-pints-peopleIf you'd like to get involved, simply contact [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @PubsPintsPeople or on our Facebook account @PubsPintsPeopleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/pubspintspeople. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kick off 2023 with our latest episode ‘new beer resolutions’, which highlights both the impact that challenges like Dry January and New Year’s resolutions present for the industry. The episode also dives into CAMRA's hopes and aspirations for 2023, sitting down with Senior Campaigns Manager Ellie Hudspith to discuss the cost of living and cost of goods crisis facing many publicans up and down the country, whilst also shining a spotlight on both Tewksbury and Chesterfield branches - both of which have winter beer festivals fast approaching with Tewksbury Winter Ale Festival taking place from 26-28 January and the Winding Wheel Beer Festival in Chesterfield running from 3-4 February.Join CAMRA if you're not already a member for just £28.50 a year at https://join.camra.org.uk/ - gain access to great audio and visual content on our Learn & Discover platform.Don't forget to support the show at https://supporter.acast.com/pubs-pints-peopleIf you'd like to get involved, simply contact [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @PubsPintsPeople or on our NEW Facebook account @PubsPintsPeopleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/pubspintspeople. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.