The Capital Brew Podcast

The Capital Brew Podcast is back, and this time, we're broadcasting from a new location—Ballston Lakeview Tavern! In this episode, we dive into the rich history of the venue, the journey of its new ownership (Dave and Eric), and what the future holds for this lakeside staple.

In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with two remarkable guests who bring passion, creativity, and a wealth of history to the local brewing and dining scenes. Terry, the well-known force behind the iconic Backstage Pub, and Brian Conley, the innovative brewer from Seven Points Brewing, joined us for a fascinating conversation that covered everything from family roots to new restaurant ventures—and even touched on a mysterious unsolved murder.

One of the episode's highlights was trying some of their unique brews, including a new beer made with oyster shells. These beers showcase the creativity and craftsmanship behind Indian Ladder's beers. It was fascinating to hear Scott explain how unusual ingredients can elevate brewing.

We are back in “The Carpet City” for this episode to visit Amsterdam's newest tasting room. Rich and Stacy invited us a few weeks ago for their grand opening, where we had a chance to enjoy a flight and a few mixed drinks made with their spirits. So, Brian Conley from Seven Points Brewing and I pop into Second Act Spirits for a chat.

For our 40th episode, we headed to Wolfhollow to hang out with the Bar Manager, Eddie. We learn that WH has a bunch of events scheduled this summer, including their 11th-anniversary party. Plus, we sample a couple of their newest beers.

There is a new brewery on the Horizon. Amsterdam, N.Y., is set to welcome Schwalbacher Brewing to their Downtown neighborhood at 30 E Main St. We had the opportunity to sit down with CheyAnne and Colin Schwalbacher and welcome the former Coloradans to New York and the market!

We are back at Dave's house by the lake with our guest, Brian, from Seven Points Brewery. In this episode, we discuss the sale of 20 North Broadway, what happened to Nick's truck, and we check in on Stella & Seven Points brewing. We also had a couple of special treats with the Eid Zäpfle Märzen from Rothaus and cigars supplied by our pal Brian!We dedicate this episode to Aaron from Craftpoint Brewery, whom we recently lost.Visit our website to see how to support the Barker Family @ capitalbrewpodcast.com

We headed north to Paradox Brewery for this episode to speak with OM Devon and Owner Paul. It was a beautiful mid-April day as we started our short trip up the northbound side of 87. The conditions made this trip extra special because as we stepped out of our truck and walked up to the front door, we were surrounded by the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains.

Our second brewers' panel features some fantastic guests this week. We are happy to welcome Chris from The Warbler Brewery, Drew and Laura from Frog Ally, and Guy from Mixed Breed Brewery. Although we encountered some technical difficulties at the beginning of the podcast, we eventually got things going and brought you a fun discussion on brewing.

So for this episode, we tried something different. We sat down with the masterminds behind the Electic City Sour Collab. We all laughed; some of us cried, and we all laughed again. It was scary, it was exciting, it was chaos. It was our first First Brewers panel. Enjoy!

n this episode, we have the double threat in Stella Pasta Bar & Bistro and Seven Points Brewing. Plus, Dave is back as we sit down with a familiar face and a new one.

In this episode, we hit up one of the newest breweries in Saratoga County, The Speckled Pig. We're not sure what will put the S.P.B. on the map (beer or their pizza), but we know they're going on it! We also have a bad news/good news situation. The bad news is, unfortunately, Dave could not join us, but the good news is we are excited to have Aaron from Craftpoint fill in.

Happy New Year! For this episode, we find ourselves in Malta talking to Nate and Brian of Active ingredient. We learn who is getting a tattoo after the NFL bet comes to its conclusion, plus we talk about the importance of our local volunteer fire departments.

We had the opportunity to sit down with Aaron from Craftpoint. We talk trucks, beer, and all things manly. Plus, changes are coming for Craftpoint, so learn how to keep up to date on all the breaking news.

This week we were super excited to be invited to the Capital District Scottish Games by our friends over at New Scotland Spirits. In this episode, we learn a little history behind the New Scotland Spirits crew. Then Jesse and Greg helped us teach our audience (and myself) how to taste whiskey as we sampled their complete lineup properly. Plus, what is the difference between whiskey, bourbon, and scotch? We also learned how superheroes are made.

We were honored to be invited by Guy from Mixed Breed Brewing for LCPL Glover Day in this episode. Unfortunately, Dave could not make it to this podcast, so DScott from Kiss 1023 got to play co-host for the day. Plus, we got to enjoy food from Burger 21 and music from Twenty Ninety-six!

We're back, this time with Jim Eaton from Fort Orange Brewing. Dave takes the day off to celebrate another trip around the sun, so we welcome former American On Tap marketeer Brittany Gilman as today's guest host.

After a long pause from the podcast world, the guys return to shake off the rust. For the first half of this week's episode, we talk about what effect the mask mandate has on local business and what we have been up to in our time off. Then in the second half, we welcome a friend of the podcast scooter to discuss growing up in a small town, getting yelled at in a candy stores, and walking away from conversations where it wasn't your best performance.

This week we are in Delmar for a wonderful brewery known as the Warbler Brewery. Unfortunately, Dave couldn't make it for this episode but we do have the Big Blue State of mind podcast host and an honorary member of the show Kevin Mcclurken filling in for Dave. Chris from Warbler and Kevin really show their IQ for a beer while I felt like an elementary school dropout during a bar exam. These guys did a good job dumbing down stuff for me. Lucky for me, we talk about the big three beers (the crowd favorite, Chirs's heart and soul, and the newest.)Plus of course, we talk Star Wars, New York Giants and some other fun topics.

In this episode, we welcome one of Dave's friends, Bob. What makes Bob so interesting? Outside of being a great guy, he is a homebrewer who clearly has a knack for brewing. Bob's brews are a fan favorite for the 20 North Broadway staff.So Bob has been brewing since only December but has already produced 7 beers before the recording of this podcast. Unfortunately, the brewing process takes a while and this is only an hour podcast so we don't get a chance to try the beer but Bob does his best to describe the process to us. We also cover topics like a Rock Band of Star Wars characters, a popular beer from Michigan, Schenectady's history with trains, plus so much more. So Bob has been brewing since only December but has already produced 7 beers before the recording of this podcast. Unfortunately, the brewing process takes a while and this is only an hour podcast so we don't get a chance to try the beer but Bob does his best to describe the process to us. Also cover topics like a Rock Band of Star Wars characters, a popular beer from Michigan, Schenectady's history with trains, plus so much more.

This week we welcome back Kevin Mcclurlen. Kevin brought us a bunch of treats in the form of beer. Also on the docket Star Wars, football, and the lost art of wine coolers.

This week we visit Omar and Jason of the “That's A Great Cigar Shoppe” in Schenectady to pair cigars with beer from Mix Breed Brewing. Dave learns how to cut and light a cigar. We also find out that there is a cigar brand that could be compared to wine coolers.

This week we find ourselves back in the city of Troy. Our host? The brand new whiskey bar, known as the Whiskey Pickle. Also joining us Goz, formally of ESPN's 104.5 The Team.

This week we're excited to celebrate American Craft Beer week with Back Barn Brewing. We were lucky enough to sit down with Brenda the owner of Back Barn Brewing, and got to sample a couple of her newest brews before their release!

This week's episode takes place at Matt Baumgartner's soon-to-be Troy Beer Garden. We had the pleasure to meet the new GM Jack and house Horticulturist Billy.

In this episode, we find ourselves in Fort Edward, and in many ways the very fitting Slickfin Brewing. We're also joined by the Adirondack Craft Beverage Trail people with Breaking News.

Ben from the Dog Haus is back and with cigars from Park and Lane in Clifton Park. Along with Danielle from Park and Lane Ben pairs cigars with beer that we picked out.

From one of the very first beers (Battle of 1669) on episode one, we have talked about the greatness of Wolf Hollow Brewing Company. Jordan the owner, gives us a little background on the history and conception of WHBC while Kyle breaks down their brewing process for us.

This week, the show makes its way over to “The Dog Haus Biergarten” in Clifton Park to pair beer with some of the most colorful, creative, and flavorful dogs. Also, former local radio DJ Terry O'Donnell makes a surprise visit and joins us.

Worlds collide (or at least podcast) in this weeks episode, when Chris Osborne from the locally popular podcast “Stories From A Bar” joins our show.

This week Dave gives Nick advice to get out of the dog house. Plus we some beer that have been around for hundreds of years like London Pride Brown Ale and Grolsch Pilsner. And of course more local beer on tap week.

In this episode, we celebrate Thanksgiving with our friends over at Great Flats Brewing. Pairing beers with some of our favorite holiday foods. Plus what would the bar and food industry look like with another covid shutdown?

This week D Scott from kiss 1023 joins to the show at the Arsenal City Tavern. We try the beer that got Dee into craft beer.

This week Dave and Nick hang out at 20 North Broadway with some long-time friends.

After a short three week hiatus, we are back. This week the guys are joined by a friend of ours BJ, while we sit lakeside enjoying one of few beautiful days we have left of 2020. In this episode we try three beers from Europe including a beer from Iron Maiden. Also we check out music from the local artist Erin Powers.

We temporally lost episode 9, but good news we found it! This week the guys meet with Mike, Steve, and Alan from Fidens.

In this episode Nick flies solo over to The Albany Ale & And Oyster House to meet with Nick “Nuzzy” from Craft Beer Guild of N.Y.

This week the guys head over to Saratoga to chat with the good people over at Walt & Whitman Brewing.

In this episode with Rich, JT, and Drew from Frog Alley hop on the podcast with us to discuss every from teaching, building up, and the future of Frog Alley. May have noticed we have skipped episode 9. That is because we started that episode with another brewery and still have yet to finish it.

This week Nick and Dave sit down with Brian Conley to cover everything from Mad Jack Brewing, Van Dyck, ghost and even a little baseball. Even owner Billy McDonald stops by.

Only a few weeks left in the summer the guy meet up with Kevin McClurken (151 and bar and restaurant) and Jay Hunter (Hunter's on Jay)to pair beer with some of you summer bbq meals.

This week the guys celebrate a birthday of a brewery whose beer is popping up all over the 518.This weeks beer:Wrench- Northeast IPAMetric- Pilsner-style LagerWeek 208- Double IPA

This week the guys are at Great Flats Brewing to hang out with owner Harry Whalen.This week's Beers:Pineapple WitWeekend Water Agave LimeLafayette IPA

The Guys get tipsy with Kevin Mcclurken from 151 Bar and Restaurant and his 11% beers. This Week's Beers:Founders Backwoods Bastard.New Holland Brewing Dragon's MilkFirestone Stickee Monkee

Nick and Dave talk about the beer that quietly taken over the Capital Region, plus a new beer that should on your radar.

Bar life during the Covid pandemic and the guys tackle a familiar Capital Region brewery

This week the guys head out to a local bar that is focusing on local breweries during the Covid era, to support local businesses.#fr