Pop open a brew and settle in with The DC Beer Show! 

Special guests Julie Verratti and Jeff Ramirez from Denizens Brewing Co. join in to chat about their love for beer diversity and the return of the Winter Cask Classic.

After a hiatus, Brandy returns, sipping and sharing her latest beer indulgences. Michael and Jacob aren't far behind, extolling the virtues of the DC Beer / Strange Fruit collab  People's Pale Ale and debating an unconventional sour IPA.

Hold onto your hats because Denizens Winter Cask Classic is rolling in with 15 unique cask ales from 11 breweries and a mead maker, promising an unmissable explosion of flavors. The conversation bubbles over with excitement for the cask ale fanfare and a reminder from our hosts: even if you think cask isn't your glass of ale, give it a chance—you might just fall in love.

The podcast feature rounds out with insider scoops on industry moves like Dave Dellaplane's switch to Blue Jacket and Jim Bachman's leap to Elder Pine Brewing.

Cheers!

In this episode of The DC Beer Show, hosts Michael Stein, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey kick off the New Year with a slew of upcoming events in the local craft beer scene.

Jake sits down with Austin Eason and Justin Broady from Strange Fruit Brewing to discuss their rapid growth and collaboration with DC Beer to brew a Hazy Pale Ale with the help of Favio Garcia at Dynasty. They share their experiences with different beer styles, including their expansion and distribution partnerships, and plans for future beer releases. 

The hosts pay tribute to Erika Goedrich and the impact of her Craft Beer Cellar on the community. 

Tune in for a lively discussion on the evolving beer landscape and the exciting developments in the craft brewing world.

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show. In this episode, Michael, Brandy, Jacob, and Richard delve into the intersecting worlds of craft beer and culinary finesse with guest Mike Earle.

Mike discusses his approach to integrating food flavors directly from beer ingredients, highlighting his love of Sugar Creek Malting's distinctive smoked malts (and everything smoky). The conversation turns to different smoking techniques for both food and beer, with an amusing side mention of Nut Rolls.

Mike shares his tale about unexpectedly coming across a brewery for sale, leading him to start a crowdfunding effort to purchase the 2-barrel nano brewery he aims to rebrand to Wolf and Bear Beer Company. Reflecting on the challenges of revamping the space to meet brewing standards, he then spotlights his crowdfunding ventures through Indiegogo and WeFunder. You can find out more on his Instagram account, @brewmikeearle.

The episode also nods to the experiences that go into visiting breweries, with Mike expressing his intention to create a sense of community at his establishment. The hosts echo support for his campaigns and the drive for high-quality brewing experiences.

As the session wraps up, Michael, Brandy, Jacob, and Richard reminisce about what a great year it's been for DC Beer, and hint at some things followers and DC Beer patrons can look forward to in 2024.

The beers mentioned in episode 180 are Dynasty's Rules of Civility, Lost Generation Brewing Company's Call The Owl, the House Lager from Forest and Main Brewing Company, Port City Optimal Wit, Port City Porter, Liquid Intrusions Cream Ale, and Bearded Iris HomeStyle IPA.

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, where we're raising our glasses and diving into the world of craft beer in the DMV. In this episode, we join hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, Richard Fawal, and Jordan Harvey for a lively conversation about brews, breweries, and beer sellers in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and beyond (including Kroger?). They discuss what they're sipping this holiday season, from Albemarle Cider to Lost Generation's Dying Moons and Shadows. 

They also share excitement about the weekend's Maker's Market at Lost Generation and the 12 Beers of Christmas event at metrobar. And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, they're joined by special guest Alex Spencer, head brewer of DC Brau Brewing, who shares insights into the brewing process for and discusses exciting new beer releases. 

So grab your favorite pint, sit back, and let's dive into this spirited and hop-filled episode of The DC Beer Show. Cheers!

Welcome back to another effervescent episode of DC Beer, where we tap into the heart of the region's craft brew scene! Jacob Berg, joined by our veritable encyclopedia of ale Michael Stein and Papa Beer Richard Fawal, leads us through an episode brimming with insights from the local beer world.

We start by checking in with metrobar's John Groth, who fills us in on the 12 Beers of Christmas event. Veering away from the traditional and possibly overwhelming advent calendar format, he's curated a thoughtful selection of a dozen seasonal local beers that will resonate with beer aficionados and casual drinkers alike. Join the team at DC Beer at metrobar on Saturday, for a taste of all 12 holiday brews! Your ticket gets you access to the afternoon tasting with 3oz pours of each of the 12 beers and discussion with the DC Beer team and the breweries in attendance. Ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/12-beers-of-christmas-a-local-seasonals-tasting-with-dc-beer-tickets-761795088617

We're also thrilled to welcome Emily Brown of Andy's Pizza (and more), who will fill us in on the much-anticipated opening of Foggy Bottom's Andy's Pizza - the newest slice of heaven for pizza and beer aficionados. She'll pour out the challenges of curating beer selections amidst Montgomery County's bureaucratic maze and share how sourcing sought-after suds has become smoother in Virginia and DC.

Our bubbly discussion will venture into the contrasting beer tastes of Virginia and DC, from the hazy obsession of Virginia beer lovers to DC's darker cravings. Emily’s passion for the craft will shine through as we chat about her New York beginnings, Andy's Pizza's commitment to an educated staff, and the struggle to get the recognition they deserve on local beer lists. We’ll also host a toast to community and connect over the perfect pairings of hazy IPAs and festive foods.

So pull up a stool, friends. Whether you're here for the camaraderie, the latest beer trail news, or just on the hunt for nonalcoholic options, The DC Beer SHow has a pour for every palate. Let's raise a glass to the stories and the storytellers of the DC beer scene!

Cheers to you all and be excellent to each other.

Welcome to another episode of The DC Beer Show. Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey discuss their beverage preferences for Thanksgiving, dive into their favorite brands and types of beverages, and even their plans to find the perfect table beer. 

The highlight of the episode is, of course, their esteemed guest, Andy Hannas. Andy heads up cider making at Potter's Craft Cider in Charlottesville, Virginia. Mike and Andy delve deep into the history of this pioneering cidery, the changes in the apple and agriculture industry, the influence of seltzers, and get specific about their wide range of flavor offerings.

Brandy, Jacob, Jordan, and Mike will also share what they're currently drinking, and cover some new releases from Denizen's, including a bourbon barrel-aged Russian imperial stout and a Scottish wee heavy with coffee!

Finally, they wrap up the episode with an update on some upcoming events in the DMV. Buckle up for this hoppy ride!

Another great episode of The DC Beer Show this week! Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and guest host Richard Fawal run through some upcoming events and provide a sneak peek into one of the panels we hosted at Snallygaster.

Jake speaks with Jared Pulliam and Anne Cheo from Lost Generation in DC about their 1st Anniversary celebration on November 11, including the SIX beers they'll release that day. More information about that celebration at LostGenBrewing.com.

Also coming up is Last Call: American Beer in a Changing Climate at the Smithsonian American History Museum on November 3rd. Guest speakers include Andrea Stanley, founder of Valley Malt in Massachusetts, Victoria Garza, the Latin American sales manager at Yakima Chief Hops and co-founder of the Migrant Beer Collaboration, Denise Ford Sabadogo from Montclair Brewing Company in New Jersey, and Morgan L. Crisp, co-owner of Seven Clans Brewing in Asheville, North Carolina, a woman-owned, Cherokee-owned brewery. Tickets are $40 and available at Eventbright.

Finally, you can hear a snippet of one of the great panel discussions from the DC Beer Podcast Stage at Snallygaster. To hear the entire panel, join DC Beer!

So grab a cold beer, get comfortable, and join us for another fantastic episode of The DC Beer Show!

We have a jam-packed episode of The DC Beer Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of craft beer in the nation's capital. Our hosts, Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey, cover a few key events and recap Snallygaster.

First, Jordan sat down with the owners and head brewer of BabyCat Brewery in Kensington, Maryland. Terry Redmond and Sam Mussomeli talk about their vision for the hyper-local brewery in a town that was, until recently, dry. Head brewer Phil Zanello explains how he wanted to make beers from a fresh perspective, focusing more on beers that people love to try.

BabyCat will celebrate its first anniversary and its first annual Halloween Party on October 28. It's Sam’s favorite holiday, and there will be live music, food tents, costumes, and prizes. Admission is free, and no ticket is required. BabyCatBrewery.com for more.

The teams out a few other key events, and Jim Bauckman of Grow and Fortify joins them to give you the scoop on the Baltimore Craft Beer Festival, November 4th, from 12-5. This annual celebration of Maryland’s growing craft brewing industry showcases more than five dozen local breweries and their excellent portfolios of ales, lagers, ciders, and meads. The Baltimore Craft Beer Festival features live judging of the Maryland Craft Beer Competition’s “Final Table,” live music, local food trucks, shopping from unique vendors, and much more. Get your tickets now! BaltimoreCraftBeerFestival.com form more.

Also coming up is Last Call: American Beer in a Changing Climate at the Smithsonian American History Museum, with small bites and short pours of beer, including from Wheatland Spring. Guest speakers include Andrea Stanley, founder of Valley Malt in Massachusetts, Victoria Garza, the Latin American sales manager at Yakima Chief Hops and co-founder of the Migrant Beer Collaboration, Denise Ford Sabadogo from Montclair Brewing Company in New Jersey, and Morgan L. Crisp, co-owner of Seven Clans Brewing in Asheville, North Carolina, a woman-owned, Cherokee-owned brewery. Tickets are $40 and available at Eventbright.

Finally, Brandy and NRG's Greg Engert spoke on the DC Beer Stage at Snallygaster about the Arcadia Center for Sustainable Food and Agriculture, the non-profit funded by the proceeds of Snallygaster. Learn more at ArcadiaFood.org.

So grab a cold beer, get comfortable, and join us for another fantastic episode of The DC Beer Show!

Welcome back to another exciting episode of DC Beer, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of craft beer in the nation's capital. We have a fantastic lineup for you in today's episode, with our hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey — joined by special guest host Breeze Galindo! We're also joined by special guests Daniella Reyna and Andrew Fernandez from Streetcar 82 (voiced by Marvin Feggins).

Today, we'll spotlight Breeze, former lead brewer at Other Half in New York, who has become a passionate advocate for inclusivity in our community. She's one of the founders of Luminary Voices, a platform created to empower and inspire women in the craft beer industry. Our hosts will discuss the lack of representation and opportunities for women, highlighting the need to amplify their voices and celebrate their achievements. With their own success and impact in the industry, our hosts will share their experiences and the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the craft beer world.

We'll also delve into Streetcar 82, the deaf-owned and operated brewery in Hyattsville, Maryland, with two of their top team members, Dani and Andrew. They talk about the exciting growth of the community around their brewery.

But that's not all! We're thrilled to announce that DC Beer is sponsoring the Podcast Stage at Snallygaster! The live show will feature interviews and panels with visiting breweries to join us on stage. Get ready for an unforgettable experience, as other podcasts and the Women's Brew Culture Club will also be part of the festivities.

Throughout the episode, we'll discover the changes that have been taking place in the craft beer scene. From increasing diversity among customers to collaborations with Streetcar 82 that have brought more Latino business owners into the fold, the industry is embracing new perspectives and exciting opportunities. And we'll explore how non-verbal communication is playing a role at Streetcar 82, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.

So grab a cold beer, get comfortable, and join us for another thrilling episode of DC Beer!

Welcome back to another exciting episode of DC Beer! On today's show, we're diving into the world of the Whelans and their brand-new bottle shop and pub in Potomac Village, Maryland. Join your hosts, Brandy Holder and Jacob Berg, as they chat with Emma and Greg Whelan about their journey in the beer industry and the amazing things happening at their establishment. 

From upcoming events to supporting black-owned breweries, there's plenty to discuss. So grab a cold one, sit back, and let's dive into Whelan's!