Jailbreak Brewing Company in Laurel, Maryland has been forward-thinking since the founders quit their successful tech companies to build something they love. With a beautiful taproom expanding to a full-service restaurant and 15 beers on tap at any time, this family-friendly pub should be a top destination for anyone living in or visiting the DC/Baltimore area.

Brewmaster Ryan Harvey, a 20-yr brewing veteran, tells the Brew Daddies about the Jailbreak's history and brewing philosophy, and their unusual connection to The Big Lebowski. His skill comes through completely in the brews Adam and Richard try and give four steins, from a basil wit to a sour cherry porter. Definitely one of the state's best breweries! 

Find them at https://jailbreakbrewing.com

In this "Site Unseen" episode Adam and Richard sample Two Roads Brewing Company in Stratford, Connecticut. They introduce you to the 7-days-a-week taproom and taste the Workers Comp Saison Farmhouse Ale, No Limits Hefeweizen, a specialty hop release, and the Road 2 Ruin Double IPA. With a great selection of 3- and 4-stein beers, Two Roads Brewing is high on the Brew Daddies list of places to go.

Find the brewery online at TwoRoadsBrewing.com

Manor Hill Brewing in Ellicott City, Maryland, produces hop-forward IPAs as well as other popular varieties. As a "farm brewery", Manor Hill has some interesting characteristics, including growing their own hops and sourcing their ingredients locally. Their reservations-required taproom has a 50-person limit, creating an intimate environment with little or no wait to be served.

Find them at http://manorhillbrewing.com

In another "Site Unseen" episode, featuring breweries we haven't visited (yet), Adam and Richard sample Firestone Walker Brewing Company in Southern California. They try the Union Jack IPA, the Easy Jack IPA, the Luponic Distortion (Evolution 008), and the Pale 31 California Pale Ale. With three taprooms, Firestone Walker is a must-visit brewery for anyone in (or visiting) the Los Angeles area. This episode is also a lesson in checking the "best by" dates on store-bought beer.

Find the brewery online at Firestonebeer.com

In the Brew Daddies first "Site Unseen" episode, featuring breweries we haven't visited (yet), Adam and Richard sample Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey, Pennsylvania.They try the Sunshine Pils, the Hopback Amber Ale, the Perpetual IPA, and the Troegenator Double Bock. With a high level of technical artistry in their brewing style and a full-service restaurant for a taproom, Tröegs is high on the Brew Daddies list of must-visit breweries. 

Find the brewery online at Troegs.com

Denizens Brewing Company in Silver Spring, Maryland, produces true-to-style lagers, ales, and more to suit every taste. Their taproom is a true neighborhood brewery experience, able to seat up to 400 patrons in three separate spaces, including a huge beer garden perfect for summertime.

Denizens Brewing Company offers a "Regulars" membership society that gets you a free pint every visit and discounts on everything else.

Find them at http://denizensbrewingco.com

Adroit Theory Brewing Company in Purcellville, Virginia has produced over 600 brews in the last four years, solidifying a reputation for intense barrel-aged ales, porters, and stouts. In 2017, this nano brewery expanded into hoppy and sour openings, adding IPAs and Goses to their repertoire, and they have big plans for 2018.

Find them at Adroit-Theory.com

This is the last episode of season 1, so we're introducing our new rating system and getting ready for 2018 with four seasonal brews from around the country.

Anderson Valley Winter Solstice - 3.5 steins

Breckenridge Brewery Christmas Ale - 4.5 steins

Star Hill Snow Blind Doppelbock - 2 steins

Troegs Blizzard of Hops Winter IPA - 4.5 steins

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7 Locks Brewing in Rockville, Maryland specializes in malt-forward brews served with a hyper-local flair in a neighborhood bar atmosphere. In this episode of Brew Daddies, co-owner Jim Beaman talks about 7 Locks' philosophy and passion for the brewery's hometown and we talk to both first-time patrons and regulars about what makes 7 Locks special. And as always Adam & Richard share their tasting notes: Snakeden Saison, Gratzer, Devil's Alley IPA, Redland Lager, and Blockhouse Point Stout.

Learn more about 7 Locks Brewing at http://www.7locksbrewing.com and @7LocksBrewing

The music: Who'll play the Blues? by Hans Atom (c) 2017

The Brew Daddies visit Hellbender Brewing Company in Northeast Washington, D.C., and talk about their unique brewing system, their focus on sustainability, and their very original name. 

Find out more at hellbenderbeer.com or on Twitter @hellbenderbeer

Our music: Who'll play the Blues? by Hans Atom (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/hansatom/55881 Ft: Admiral Bob and Bill Ray