Beer doesn’t just flow freely from brewery to bar—it’s shaped by laws, logistics, and market barriers that most drinkers never see. In two episodes of The Craft Equation, we dig into alcohol control states and the complex world of beer distribution with experts who’ve lived it firsthand.

Fresh hop season is here, and we’re celebrating with two limited-time beers: Fresh as it Gets, brewed with just-picked Simcoe hops, and Mystical Misfit, the newest Project X hazy IPA. Both showcase bold flavors, creativity, and the magic of harvest season. Available now in limited 16oz cans, on draft, and at our taprooms.

PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” have made their way into headlines—and into beer conversations. But what does the science actually say? In this episode of The Craft Equation, Chris Baker, Director of Brewing Operations at Mother Earth Brew Co., helps us separate fact from fear and explains what PFAS really mean for craft beer.