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If you’ve ever browsed the beer section at your local bookstore, chances are you’ve seen the name Stephen Beaumont. Stephen is the author of an astounding 15 beer books, and his work has graced the pages of The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, Whisky Advocate, Esquire, Wine Enthusiast, and even Playboy. He’s also contributed to legendary beer publications like All About Beer, The Celebrator, Ale Street News, and TAPS Beer Magazine.

With a career spanning over three decades, Stephen is Canada’s longest-tenured beer writer, a globally recognized beer judge, and was a co-founder of the iconic Toronto beer destination, Beerbistro. When he’s not jet-setting to the world’s greatest breweries, he’s sharing his no-nonsense, expert opinions on his platform, Beaumont Drinks.
In this episode, we cover it all – his early days as a beer writer, the evolution of beer journalism, why Canadian beer is amazing, his insights as a beer judge, and his take on where beer is headed.
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Ever wondered what life is really like in the craft beer industry? Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur, a homebrewing enthusiast, into Ontario beer history, or just someone who enjoys some good ol’ breezy beer banter, Between Two Fermenters is your go-to deep dive for all things beer from an insider perspective. So, grab a #FreshGLB, kick back, and join us as we share stories, spill the beans on new releases and brewery updates, and chat with other industry folk about the world of making (and drinking) beer.
