In Episode 282 of Beer in Front, I'll bring you a festive, gift-focused edition of the show—perfect for the beer lover on your holiday shopping list (even if that person is you). I'll also break down the latest beer and beverage industry news, highlight friends of the show doing great work, and taste through a pair of holiday beers to round out the episode.<br /><br />🎁 Holiday Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers Dave spotlights a collection of beer-centric gifts from friends of the show—none of which benefit him directly (with one exception clearly noted). They’re great ways to support independent creators and small businesses in the craft beer world.<br /><br />👕 <a href="https://radcraft-667334.square.site/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Radcraft Apparel</b></a><br /><ul><li>“Pilsner is for Perfectionists” and other beer-forward shirts.</li><li>Proceeds support Western North Carolina Hurricane Relief.</li><li>Stylish, fun, and for a good cause.</li></ul>📚 <a href="https://davidnilsenbeer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Final Gravity Zine & Pairing Beer and Chocolate – by David Nilsen</b></a><br /><ul><li>A thoughtful and delicious guide to matching beer with chocolate.</li></ul><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Flights-Across-America-Brewery-Journey/dp/B0DN3RH9KJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1T17UI671A31X&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.63mZJm7W06lU3eNHZLGtMXqK6QHAhTrD6-k4LNC_TxLGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.ZdGlTRDoodL8Ak2V-YxAU_qeVwEWL14F1S_TElFW-js&dib_tag=se&keywords=flights+across+america+a+brewery+lover%27s+journey&qid=1765165279&sprefix=flights+acr%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Flights Across America – by Joel Geier</b></a><br /><ul><li>A beer travel essential featuring 1,000+ breweries across the U.S.</li></ul><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beer-Story-Project-Marty-Nachel/dp/B0G3V8YTG7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3MPCFDEO4MIJA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.GZEshX-EArejFiAsm-ecuw.j4NCeXnMAAd24HPSOJrrnGQc9tl7y1PdAX9nuC-9CAA&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+beer+story+project%2C+marty+nachel&qid=1765165333&sprefix=marty+nac%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>The Beer Story Project – by Marty Nachel</b></a><br /><ul><li>A newly released collection of beer stories from a great writer and friend of the show.</li></ul>🍃 Beyond Alcohol: THC & N/A Options THC beverages (<a href="https://www.kickfizz.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>KickFizz</b></a>, <a href="https://www.drinkshineon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Shine On</b></a>)<br /><ul><li>For those who want something different this holiday season.</li></ul><a href="https://www.fivecornersbev.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Five Corners Beverage</b></a> (Chicago)<br /><ul><li>Standout non-alcoholic mixers like Salted Lemonade and the new Sangrita<br />(citrus, tomato, chili powder—and even Dave, a tomato-juice skeptic, is a fan).</li></ul>🧪 <a href="https://trylastcall.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>After-Alcohol Wellness: Last Call</b></a><br /><ul><li>A legit, science-based option to help you feel better the next morning.</li><li>Dave used it during FoBAB and woke up “like a champion.”</li></ul>🍺 <a href="https://inthecart" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Go Brewing (N/A Beer) — Affiliate Link</b></a><br /><ul><li>Dave’s favorite non-alcoholic brewery.</li><li>Perfect for Dry January.</li><li>This is the only recommendation where Dave receives support via an affiliate link.</li></ul><br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beer-in-front--5704447/support</a>.<br /><br /><a href="https://beermediagroup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><b>Beer Media Group</b></a>
