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What happens when you try to visit 16 breweries in Cincinnati in just five days?

In Episode 26 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron recap their Memorial Day Weekend 2024 Brewery Adventure through Cincinnati, Ohio—and there is a lot to talk about.

Over five days, we visited 16 Cincinnati-area breweries, attended two Cincinnati Reds games, and met up with fellow craft beer friends from Cleveland and the surrounding beer community.

But this trip wasn't only about breweries.

There was a bottle of whiskey, Skyline Chili, a miraculous BBQ sandwich, a trolley ride, plenty of Cincinnati sightseeing and even our first-ever beer draft.

We break down the breweries we visited, the beers we discovered, the people we met and some of our favorite moments from exploring Cincinnati's craft beer scene.

It's a longer episode, but when you pack 16 breweries, two baseball games and five days of adventures into one trip, there isn't much you want to leave out.

If you're interested in Cincinnati breweries, craft beer travel, brewery hopping or planning your own Cincinnati beer trip, grab a beer and join us as we relive one hell of a Brewery Adventure.

Cheers!

We're back with another Best of Brewery Underground episode featuring highlights from some of our early conversations with breweries and members of the craft beer community.

In Episode 25 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron revisit interviews with Black Abbey Brewing Company, The Beer Babes Family, Rhizome Productions, Rhinegeist Brewery and Nashville Brewing Company.

These conversations take us through Nashville's craft beer community, Cincinnati's brewery scene, women in craft beer, beer festivals, brewery history and some of the people helping shape the craft beer industry.

Featured in this Best Of episode:

Black Abbey Brewing Company – Nashville craft beer and the brewery business

The Beer Babes Family – Women in craft beer, community and collaboration

Rhizome Productions – Nashville beer festivals and events

Rhinegeist Brewery – Cincinnati craft beer and brewery history

Nashville Brewing Company – Nashville beer history and brewing culture

Whether you're hearing these conversations for the first time or revisiting some of our early guests, this episode brings together several of the people and organizations that helped make the early days of Brewery Underground so much fun.

Cheers!

Scott and Steve are “on assignment” this week, so we're digging into the Brewery Underground archives for a special Best Of episode!

In Episode 24 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, we're bringing back some of our favorite conversations and moments from previous guests.

It's another chance to hear stories from the brewers, brewery owners and other members of the craft beer community who have joined us during the early days of the podcast.

Whether you've been listening from the beginning or recently discovered Brewery Underground, this episode is a chance to revisit some memorable conversations and get to know a few of our previous guests.

We'll be back with more new interviews and brewery adventures soon. Until then, enjoy this trip through the Brewery Underground archives!

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The Brewery Underground Podcast becomes the Whiskey Underground Podcast for Episode 23!

Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron are joined by friends Aaron Porter and Jonathan Hays for a change of pace as we put down the craft beer and dive into the world of bourbon and whiskey.

Aaron and Jonathan share how they first became interested in bourbon, how they prefer to drink it, and how their whiskey collections have grown over the years. We also discuss the current state of bourbon and get their recommendations for bottles someone new to bourbon or whiskey collecting should consider trying.

The conversation goes beyond bourbon as we explore Scotch, Tennessee whiskey and Irish whiskey, along with the differences and experiences that make each style unique.

Whether you're already a whiskey enthusiast or just beginning to explore bourbon, this episode offers plenty of recommendations, stories and information—with a little whiskey trivia and plenty of laughs along the way.

Pour yourself a glass and join us for the Whiskey Underground!

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In Episode 22 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron sit down with Chad Mueller and Mike Morbitzer of TennFold Brewing in Donelson, Tennessee, just outside downtown Nashville.

Chad and Mike take us behind the beer at TennFold and share some of the knowledge and experiences that have helped shape the brewery.

We talk about pairing craft beer with food, the people who inspired them along the way, and their approach to creating beers that complement what's coming out of the TennFold kitchen.

We also hear the story behind a special beer created in honor of the men and women of the Nashville Fire Department and the connection between a local brewery and the community it serves.

From craft beer and food pairings to the people and stories behind the brewery, join us for a conversation with Chad and Mike about TennFold Brewing and Nashville's craft beer community.

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Jake Rouse, co-owner of Braxton Brewing Company, returns for Part 2 of our conversation about one of the biggest names in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky craft beer scene.

In Episode 21 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron talk with Jake about Braxton's plans for future growth and expansion. Could Nashville, Tennessee eventually be part of those plans?

We also get into the business side of running and growing a craft brewery, including some of the challenges Braxton has faced along the way and what the future could hold for the company.

And then there are the celebrity stories. Jake shares some of the famous faces who have visited Braxton locations over the years. Did Taylor Swift really stop by? You'll have to listen to find out.

From Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky craft beer to brewery expansion, Nashville possibilities, business challenges and celebrity visitors, Part 2 gives us another look behind the scenes of Braxton Brewing Company.

Cheers!

In Episode 20 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron sit down with Jake Rouse, co-owner of Braxton Brewing Company, one of the largest craft breweries in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area.

In Part 1 of our conversation, Jake talks about the growth of Braxton Brewing and how the brewery continues to evolve in an ever-changing craft beer industry.

We discuss Braxton's partnership with a popular local ice cream company, the plans behind another brewery location, and how the company approaches expansion while continuing to build its presence throughout the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky craft beer community.

Jake also shares his perspective on changes in the beer industry and what it takes for an independent brewery to continue growing and adapting as consumer tastes and the craft beer landscape change.

Join us for Part 1 of our conversation with Jake Rouse about Braxton Brewing Company, brewery growth, collaboration and the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky craft beer scene.

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What would it take to visit every brewery in Tennessee?

In Episode 19 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron catch up with Kendall Joseph of Rhizome Productions in Nashville about an ambitious craft beer adventure that definitely made us jealous.

In 2023, Kendall set out with the goal of visiting every brewery across Tennessee. From Nashville and Middle Tennessee to breweries throughout the rest of the state, it was a challenge that gave him a unique look at Tennessee's growing and diverse craft beer community.

Kendall shares the story behind the goal, his experiences traveling to breweries across the state, and what he discovered along the way.

It's a conversation about brewery travel, supporting local breweries and exploring the Tennessee craft beer scene one brewery—and one beer—at a time.

Join us as we talk with Kendall about his quest to visit every brewery in Tennessee.

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Hendersonville, Tennessee has become a destination for craft beer in Middle Tennessee, and in Episode 18 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron sit down with Nate Newton, owner of Half Batch Brewing.

Nate's brewing story began while he was in college and eventually led to opening Half Batch Brewing in Hendersonville, just north of Nashville.

We talk with Nate about how he got started brewing beer, the journey from homebrewing to owning a brewery, the success Half Batch has achieved, and the work and challenges that come with building an independent craft brewery.

Nate also shares his perspective on running a brewery and what it has taken to establish Half Batch as part of the growing craft beer community in Hendersonville and Middle Tennessee.

Join us for a conversation about Half Batch Brewing, Hendersonville craft beer, brewery ownership and the passion behind building a successful local brewery.

Cheers!

Scott Mertie of Nashville Brewing Company returns for Part 2 of our conversation recorded on location at Blackstone Brewing in Nashville on St. Patrick's Day.

In Episode 17 of The Brewery Underground Podcast, Steve Sullivan and Scott Touron continue their conversation with Scott about his lifelong connection to beer and brewing.

Scott takes us inside his impressive beer can collection, which he began building as a kid, and shares stories from his travels to other countries and the different beer cultures he's experienced around the world.

We also get Scott's perspective on beer ratings, how people evaluate beer, and whether a number or score can really tell you everything you need to know about what's in your glass.

It's another side of the man behind Nashville Brewing Company and a conversation that moves from Nashville's beer community to beer collecting, international beer culture and how we experience and appreciate beer.

Join us for Part 2 with Scott Mertie of Nashville Brewing Company.

Cheers!