Holiday chaos, strange beer laws, and plenty of laughs—Greg and Flex are here to keep things fun and boozy. They swap stories about classy (and not-so-classy) wine adventures and some unexpected marathon strategies involving pork chops. With debates over the best pizza, insider beer tips, and all the usual banter, this episode has something for every craft beer fan.

Beers We’re Drinking:

• Flex: One Cat on the Chessboard by Fat Orange Cat Brewing – A New England-style single-hop IPA showcasing Eldorado hops with notes of pear, peach, and candied watermelon.
• Greg: Celebration Fresh Hop IPA by Sierra Nevada Brewing – A holiday classic, blending piney hops and rich caramel malt for a crisp, bitter blast of holiday cheer.

Greg shares his latest wine party escapades, this one at a swanky restaurant, while Flex marvels at the magic of single-can purchases at Trader Joe’s. Did you know that you can break cans off at Trader Joe's? We also cover quirky Connecticut laws in Ludicrous Libation Law, debate the best pizza styles (sorry Chicago), and recount hilarious marathon stories involving pork chops and our friend Lou. We also reflect on what makes a holiday beer truly special.

Booze News:

• The Leinenkugel family isn’t happy about recent closures at their iconic brewery.
• MobCraft Beer has been sold, raising questions about the challenges of surviving in today’s craft beer market.
• Wicked Weed’s Funkatorium in Asheville faces indefinite closure due to hurricane-related water outages.
• The Brewers Association adds a new style to its guidelines: the Italian-style pilsner.
• We break down the price of a beer at every NBA arena, with Boston taking the top (and most absurd) spot at over $20.

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