Big Monster Brewing

In 2016 Matt from NEOZAZ.com finally began to pursue a hobby he wanted to take up for decades – home brewing. This series is an audio journal and recap of each attempt at creating a unique beer from planning, brewing, kegging and tasting. There’s a lot of up and downs and some unexpected surprises throughout this learning path, but inevitably Matt always learns something new each episode. Grab and beer and check out this unique take on this fantastic hobby!

50 episodes

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monthly cadence

English language

Explicit rating

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Episodes 50

Matt Likes Beer – Special Episode – I’ve Been Busy
2mo ago · 19:00
Man oh man, have I been busy. The post Matt Likes Beer – Special Episode – I’ve Been Busy first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Episode 27 – Brewery Bhavana Ember
5mo ago · 34:00
In this episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt cracks open Ember, a Red IPA from Brewery Bhavana in Raleigh, North Carolina—and takes listeners on a winding, honest, and surprisingly visual... The post Matt Likes Beer – Episode 27 – Brewery Bhavana Ember first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – The 2025 Hamlin Craft Beer Festival Mega Episode
1y ago · 1:21:00
In this episode I cover the brewing of three beers, the fermentation of 4 seltzers, and some of the highlights of the 2025 Hamlin Craft Beer Festival! The post Big Monster Brewing – The 2025 Hamlin Craft Beer Festival Mega Episode first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Hypnotized Try 1
1y ago · 45:00
I’m trying to clone a beer that I have zero idea on how it was made – and it shows! Learn all about that in this episode. The post Big Monster Brewing – Hypnotized Try 1 first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Florida Hop Pale Ale
1y ago · 34:00
In this episode Matt brews a Pale Ale with hops provided to the Brewers Anonymous Home Brew club by UF/IFAS to help provided sensory analysis data. Will this beer help... The post Big Monster Brewing – Florida Hop Pale Ale first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Rye Altbier
1y ago · 28:00
It’s a new brew day episode where Matt makes and experimental brew substituting a substantial portion of base malt for rye malt and brewing at “Rye Altbier.” How does this... The post Big Monster Brewing – Rye Altbier first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 6 – Weihenstephaner Festbier
1y ago · 30:00
In this episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt takes on a classic German lager: Weihenstephaner Festbier. As a prime example of the Festbier style, this beer is lighter and more... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 6 – Weihenstephaner Festbier first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 5 – Dragon’s Milk Solera
1y ago · 35:00
In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt dives into the mysterious and complex world of Dragon’s Milk Solera from New Holland Brewing. This unique foeder-aged ale is crafted... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 5 – Dragon’s Milk Solera first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Fruit Punch Mead
1y ago · 59:00
In this episode, Matt forgot about yet another mead he started over a year ago. This time it’s fruit punch mead. How does this one turn out? Listen along and... The post Big Monster Brewing – Fruit Punch Mead first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 4 – Pure Project Tropical Mist
1y ago · 32:00
In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt takes a sip of sunshine with Pure Project Tropical Mist, a citrus blonde ale inspired by Costa Rica’s misty rainforests. Brewed... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 4 – Pure Project Tropical Mist first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Science On Tap 2025
1y ago · 40:00
In this episode, I several disappointment myself in my live coverage of the event this year, but I did have a great time and have a lot to talk about... The post Big Monster Brewing – Science On Tap 2025 first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 3 – Paulaner Münchner Lager
1y ago · 35:00
In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt explores the timeless charm of Paulaner Münchner Lager, a staple in German brewing heritage and a commercial example of the Munich... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 3 – Paulaner Münchner Lager first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 2 – Deschutes Black Butter Porter
1y ago · 42:00
In this week’s episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt delves into the rich, chocolatey depths of Deschutes Black Butte Porter. Known as a quintessential American Porter, this beer offers layers... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 2 – Deschutes Black Butter Porter first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – It’s, Little Tiny Cans!
1y ago · 1:00:00
In this episode Matt goes through the highs and lows of the difficult task to make filling cans of beer simpler. Or least cleaning up after canning. He got a... The post Big Monster Brewing – It’s, Little Tiny Cans! first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 1 – Sierra Nevada Celebration
1y ago · 43:00
In this first official episode of Matt Likes Beer, Matt dives headfirst into one of the most beloved seasonal beers in the craft world: Sierra Nevada Celebration Fresh Hop IPA.... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 1 – Sierra Nevada Celebration first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – WTH???
1y ago · 1:11:00
In the episode, Matt starts preparing for the 2025 Craft Ber Festival season AND an upcoming limited series for Big Monster Brewing. This episode’s beer features a single hop varietal... The post Big Monster Brewing – WTH??? first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Matt Likes Beer – Week 0 – I Have No Idea What I’m Doing
1y ago · 9:47
Welcome to Matt Likes Beer, the show about beer, storytelling, and a little critique. Each week, I dive deep into a single beer, exploring its style, ingredients, and the brewery... The post Matt Likes Beer – Week 0 – I Have No Idea What I’m Doing first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Dracula Mead
1y ago · 1:01:00
A year in the making, it’s the next mead in the Universal Monsters inspired mead project – Dracula! For this mead I am making my first pyment style mead with... The post Big Monster Brewing – Dracula Mead first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Tarantula Hawk
1y ago · 52:00
After several years of my hot pepper beer “Murder Hornet” making an impression off the Central Florida beer festival scene it’s time to create a successor. In this episode, I... The post Big Monster Brewing – Tarantula Hawk first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – California Common again…I think
2y ago · 59:00
In this full brew day episode, Matt brews a California Common for the first time again…or not. We’re if it’s the first time but it’s definitely a California Common…we think.... The post Big Monster Brewing – California Common again…I think first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Red I.P.A. Quick Take
2y ago · 25:00
It’s another Quick Take episode from Big Monster Brewing, and this time Matt is starting work on a new recipe for a Red I.P.A. Along the way, he stumbles on... The post Big Monster Brewing – Red I.P.A. Quick Take first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – American Wheat Quick Take
2y ago · 23:00
It’s a new “quick take” episode for Big Monster Brewing, and this time Matt talks about, and tastes, his American Wheat beer brewed from the Hamlin Craft Beer Festival. The post Big Monster Brewing – American Wheat Quick Take first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Dialing in Murder Hornet
2y ago · 1:00:00
Murder Hornet has quickly become my most popular beer at festivals all over Florida. Technically, this beer has never been the same twice. Up until now, the beer has been... The post Big Monster Brewing – Dialing in Murder Hornet first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Coconut Cup 2024
2y ago · 45:00
The Florida Homebrew Competition Circuit has begun! Matt travels to Miami to find out the results and witness the start of the season. This completion and road trip will full... The post Big Monster Brewing – Coconut Cup 2024 first appeared on NEOZAZ.
Big Monster Brewing – Science On Tap Part 3
2y ago · 45:00
It’s the conclusion of the 3 part mini-series covering the Science On Tap beer Festival. In this episode. Matt explains what he does to prepare for festival day and gives... The post Big Monster Brewing – Science On Tap Part 3 first appeared on NEOZAZ.