Don’t miss out on our conversation about the “Heavy Metal” booth where you can taste previous years’ medal-winning beers, and how to work the hall effectively to find those stickers indicating current medal winners. Plus, Julia spills the beans on her top picks and tips for ensuring a fulfilling GABF experience. Whether you’re a seasoned beer enthusiast or a curious newbie, this episode will prepare you for a memorable fest of craft beer indulgence. Cheers!
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Chapters
0:00 Intro & Welcome
2:47 Careful with Pre-Partying
4:42 Attend Multiple Days/Sessions
5:40 Staying Hydrated
6:48 Pretzels Are Perfect!
8:40 Dress Up! (John Palmer)
9:55 Julia’s Favorite Fests
11:22 GABF Has 500 Breweries
12:52 GABF Pro-Tips
13:07 Prioritize Unfamiliar Regions
13:36 Prioritize Breweries by Style
14:06 Explore Taproom Areas
15:04 Saturday Taste Award Winning Beers
16:26 Meet the Brewers at Brewers Pavilion
16:48 Prioritize Based on Line Length
17:48 Beerfest Pro-Tip Summary
18:39 Find a Cup Holder
19:48 1983 GABF
20:45 Learn to Homebrew Day