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Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hop-forward source for all things craft beer in the DMV! This episode finds our dynamic crew—Jake, Mike, Brandy, and Jordan—diving headfirst into the fascinating world of hops and modern brewing with special guest Shana Solarte, Marketing Communications Manager at John I. Haas.Kicking off with the usual “what's in your glass?” roundtable, the hosts compare notes on a fresh selection of IPAs (with more than one nod to Other Half), a Peabody Heights pilsner, and shout-outs to local beer reps. Brandy brings a little Cinco de Mayo energy, complete with margaritas and hopes for more info on her beer can labels!The heart of the show belongs to Shana, who joins from Chicago—but don't worry, her reach into the DC beer scene runs deep. She shares the inside scoop on John I. Haas' partnership with the Michael James Jackson Foundation (MJF), an organization supporting scholarships for brewers and distillers of color. Shana explains the creative process behind MJF's exclusive hop blend, involving sensory panels, blind tastings, and even a bit of Garrett Oliver Jedi mind-trickery. We hear about how the blend gives back—$5 per pound sold goes straight to MJF, supporting the next wave of brewing talent.The episode shifts gears to demystify the buzz around “flowable hop products.” Shana breaks down what they are (think super-concentrated hop flavor minus the leafy waste), the benefits for brewers (better efficiency, more beer to pour), and how products like Incognito are changing the IPA game—especially with Mosaic fans in the house.Throughout the show, Shana's passion for beer education and inclusivity shines. From her Cicerone roots to her time at Dovetail and Omega Yeast, she emphasizes continual learning and translating geeky hop science into language every beer enthusiast can dig.As always, there's plenty of DC Beer community spirit. Brandy highlights upcoming local events: the Maryland Craft Beer Festival in Frederick (shoutout to female and non-binary brewers!), a DC Brau beer share, and a full calendar for beer lovers all summer long. Mike gives a special mention to the Arlington Brew Shop beer of the month, a Czech pale lager brewed by Bluejacket, and Jacob reminds us that beer is for everyone (moms very much included).Grab a hoppy IPA (or your favorite local lager), settle in, and let The DC Beer Show guide you through innovative hop science, the importance of diversity in brewing, and all that's brewing in our vibrant local beer scene. Cheers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Lauren Sean Moffitt Anthony Scipione johnna infanti Catherine Ramirez Kristin Adam Frank Steven Lynch Jared Prager Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Brian Minch Chris Frome Jon Gilgoff Sam Chip Tory Roberts Steven M Quartell Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Amy Crone Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Joshua Learn Alexis Smith Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Mikahl Tolton Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Jason Tucker Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Blue2026 Brad Stengel Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Justin Broady Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti DFA Howie Kendrick

Pour yourself a crispy lager and settle in for a festive episode of The DC Beer Show! This week, hosts Michael Stein and Jordan Harvey raise a glass to 14 years of DC Brau with special guests Brandon Skall (CEO and cofounder) and Alex Spencer (head brewer). The convo kicks off with springtime vibes—think Star Wars Day, Cinco de Mayo, and the promise of patio beers—before diving headlong into DC Brau's big news: Dueling Grounds Vienna Lager has officially joined their flagship lineup.Brandon and Alex give us the behind-the-scenes scoop: Dueling Grounds is malty, bready, and steeped in DC history—even its name is inspired by the legendary Bladensburg Dueling Grounds just down the road from the brewery. The episode raises a pint to the challenges DC Brau has faced, from navigating quirky DC laws ("no tasting beer at a brewery?!"—thankfully, that's ancient history) to surviving the pandemic's shakeup of local hospitality.Listeners also get a look at shifting beer trends. Alex talks the rise (and recent wane) of hazy IPAs, the triumphant comeback of “beer-flavored beer” (hello, lagers!), and how DC Brau is meeting demand with new releases like the ever-popular Old Time and the returning Keller Pils and Space Reaper for the hopheads out there.The episode touches on brewery collaboration, the realities of a shrinking beer market, and DC Brau's efforts to keep the spirit of community alive through contract brewing for smaller brands. With the local hospitality scene still in recovery, the message is clear: support your favorite bars and eateries, because their survival helps breweries (and your pint) too.Rounding things out, the hosts tease some tart surprises: golden funk sour fans, rejoice—there's more barreled magic aging away for future taps. Plus, upcoming beer shares and ways to connect with the DC Beer crew both on-site at Brau and online through Patreon.If you're curious about the past, present, and future of DC craft beer—and thirsty for a few history tidbits alongside your toasty Vienna lager—this episode is one you won't want to miss. So grab your favorite local pour, follow along for event highlights, and raise a toast to 14 years of “DC's Beer.”Cheers to supporting local, drinking responsibly, and keeping those brewing duels friendly! Thanks to our monthly supporters Sean Moffitt Anthony Scipione johnna infanti Catherine Ramirez Kristin Adam Frank Steven Lynch Jared Prager Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Brian Minch Chris Frome Jon Gilgoff Sam Chip Tory Roberts Steven M Quartell Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Amy Crone Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Joshua Learn Alexis Smith Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Mikahl Tolton Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Jason Tucker Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Blue2024 Brad Stengel Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Justin Broady Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti DFA Howie Kendrick

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, where our hosts are ringing in 2025 with frothy excitement and a lineup you won't want to miss. This episode is jam-packed with news, events, and brews that are bound to tickle your taste buds. First off, Jake introduces our newly launched “Beer of the Month” collaboration with The Brew Shop in Arlington. Kicking things off in style, we spotlight Sojourn Fermentory's "Midnight Dark Lager," a Czech-inspired gem chosen by Michael Stein and notable for its complexity.We're not just about the booze, though! For those participating in Dry January, The Brew Shop is rolling out an array of non-alcoholic options, including beers, ciders, wines, and even cocktails. Plus, they're gearing up for their 9th birthday bash on January 24th, where they'll debut "Uninterrupted Prosperity," a West Coast IPA brewed in collaboration with Ocelot Brewery.Patreon perks alert! DC Beer Patreon members get a sweet 10% discount on the beer of the month and draft beer purchases. We also raise a glass to new Patreon members Jared Prager and Adam Frank for their awesome support.Join our hosts as they dive into their current sips, highlighting some standout brews from Other Half Brewing while recording on-location. From hoppy low-alcohol beers and a nearly non-alcoholic stout to the Japanese-style rice lager "Motueka Snaps," and the multifaceted "Triple Broccoli" IPA, there's a lot of liquid love to go around.Looking ahead, we've got a slew of events lined up, including a heavy month of activities with a special Women's Brew Culture Club event at Port City, organized by our very own Brandy Holder. And mark your calendars for February, folks! We're buzzing about the "Love Thy Beer" event in Silver Spring on February 7th and the "Black Breweries of the DMV" event at metrobar on February 8th.Also on the horizon: a tantalizing new release by Lost Nomad brewed at DC Brau, made with wild yeast from West Africa. And keep an eye out for Henceforth, a new brewery filling the former H Street Country Club space with a cream ale that's already won us over.We wrap up on a nostalgic note, reminiscing about our show's beginnings at Hellbender, and looking forward to Urban Gardens opening soon.Don't miss the details on new projects at Right Proper Brewery and Sangfrois' distillery expansion in Takoma Park. Exciting times ahead in the local brewing scene!Grab a cold brew, sit back, and join us for a toast: "Cheers" to 2025! Thanks to our monthly supporters Kristin Adam Frank Steven Lynch Jared Prager Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Brian Minch Chris Frome Jon Gilgoff Sam Chip Tory Roberts Steven M Quartell Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Amy Crone Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Joshua Learn Alexis Smith A t Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Mikahl Tolton Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Jason Tucker Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Blue2024 Brad Stengel Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti DFA Howie Kendrick

P&C drink and review All Purpose Pils, an Italian-style pilsner by DC Brau, then discuss the controversey over Kansas City Chief's kicker Harrison Butker and his recent commencement speech. Was it a mild-mannered, pro-family talk, or raging hate speech? That's the problem we face today. It's both -- depending on whether you're a sane person or a hair-on-fire liberal who listens to The View. Butker is a conservative Catholic, and he speaks like one. Are conservative Catholics allowed to speak their mind in public? Some people would say no. The most important job in the history of mankind has been making babies and raising them to be productive members of society. Somehow that idea has become hate speech. Butker gave a conservative Catholic message to a conservative Catholic audience. Why is that a problem? The "tolerant" liberals can't abide it. Nobody is allowed to have (and certainly not speak) an opinion that hurts their feelings. The lesson is clear. Modern culture is steeped in feminism, and if you speak against it, you're an enemy.

Roll out the barrels and pop open those NA brews, because The DC Beer Show hosts are back with an episode that's all malt, hops, and sober sips! Let's dive into episode "Valley Malt: A Grain Changer" with Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey at the helm, sharing their love for barley and bubbles.Our hosts kick things off with lively banter over their current faves, including Dynasty's malty marvel, Bluejacket's Essex ESB, and a hoppy hug from Other Half. They're buzzing about the local scene, too, with a beer share Sunday at Third Hill Brewing, a toast to women in brew at Lost Generation, and trivia night at Other Half on the horizon.Making waves in the world of wort, the conversation turns to the rise of non-alcoholic (NA) beers. Brandy happily raises her glass to the sophisticated flavors, while Michael laments the hit-or-miss quality of these sober suds. Loaded with potential, NA beers like DC Brau's canned cutie and Hoplark's hoppy hydration have our hosts eager for each innovative pour.Then enter the grain guru herself, Andrea Stanley from Valley Malt, crafting malt that's grounded in sustainability and local love. She's mashing it up with an all-local mantra and paving the path for a greener glass with each malty handshake to brewers, big and small. Andrea's story spans from local wheat wonders in 2009 to Czech malt pilgrimages—all for the perfect pint!Valley Malt's sister company, Ground Up, also debuted, spinning tales of stone-milled flours and pasta that hug your soul and the soil. It's a grain revolution, with every starchy strand supporting the locavore lifestyle and nutrient-dense deliciousness.As we wrap up, the team at Bluejacket earns a shout-out for championing sustainable agriculture by featuring Valley Malt's craft. Each pallet supports an acre of green dreams, making each sip an echo of earth love.Michael and the crew bid adieu with craft beer events to mark on your calendar, reminding us all to sip sustainably and support the malty masterminds like Andrea. So settle in, listeners, for a hoppy ride through the NA beer buzz and malt's mighty role in our favorite frothy friends. This is The DC Beer Show, keeping your spirits high and your beers (NA or not) at the ready! Cheers to "Valley Malt: A Grain Changer," – where every grain tells a tale, and every sip is a step towards sustainability. Thanks to our monthly supporters Sam Chip Thomas Tory Roberts Steven M Quartell Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Amy Crone Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Joshua Learn Alexis Smith A t Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Mikahl Tolton Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Jason Tucker Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Michael Rafky Brad Stengel Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Justin Broady Thor Cheston Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti DFA Howie Kendrick

DC Brau has been a gold standard in craft beer in DC for more than a decade. During that time Paulette Palacios has moved up through the beer scene, learning all the ins and outs of beer buying and building a network within the industry. Today they head up the taproom for the DC Brau Brewery and are instrumental in supporting diversity and equality initiatives in the beer industry across the region. Paulette sits down with me to share how they got here, walk me through a day in the life, and announce what's on the horizon. Notes:DMV = The Washington metropolitan region that encompasses the District of Columbia, Maryland, and VirginiaThe Great Detroit Bankruptcy of 2013Special Mentions:DC BrauMustang Sally Brewing CompanyPort City Brewing CompanyUniversity of Richmond Beer Brewer Professional Certificate ProgramBlack Brew MovementUrban Garden Brewery Pink Boots Collaboration Brew DayPink Boots Hop Blend (Yakima Chief)Thank you to Tony Stuck for the awesome intro/outro music and to Mary Ann King for the amazing pod art that you see for every episode. If you've enjoyed this episode, please share it with a family member, a friend in the alcohol industry, or even just a stranger on the street! I so appreciate your support. For more information about me and this podcast visit us online at drinksbizwomen.com or follow the podcast @drinksbizwomen on FB and Instagram. Talk to you soon! And thanks for joining me today!

Welcome to the DC Brau Personal League Podcast for the Scott Fish Bowl! Join us live as we dive into the thrilling world of fantasy football and rank the teams from 12 to 1, breaking down each squad with expert analysis and entertaining banter.

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, Papa Beer joins Jake, Mike and Brandy to talk about August events, from the Urban Garden / Red Bear Collab (Peachy Keen) to the Denizens Open House and DC Brau's celebration of Jerry Garcia's birthday.This leads the gang to demand that local breweries start having Steely Dan appreciation days because STEELY DAN is the best band ever.Jake has an in-depth conversation with Dynasty Brewing's Favio Garcia, an elder statesman of DMV brewing who's been making great craft beer in the region for over 30 years.Get all the details about everything happening in the DMV craft beer scene at DCBeer.com or @DCBeer on social media. Thanks to our monthly supporters Brad Stengel Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Brandy Justin Broady Thor Cheston Stephen Claeys Matt B Julie Verratti Bill DeBaun

Welcome to the DC Beer Show, where we celebrate the passion and camaraderie of the DC beer community. In this episode, we're raising a glass to Pride Month and local breweries, and we've got a lot to cover! We're discussing everything from beer festivals to collaborations among our favorite breweries. We're also highlighting the work of Jamal Lemon, who recently won a James Beard Media Award for his research on oysters and beer. But that's not all. We're also diving into the challenges of owning a brewery during a pandemic and how to stay afloat. Plus, we're chatting with Simon Bee from Red Bear and Brandon Skall from DC Brau about their experiences in the brewing industry and how they are continuing to support the LGBTQ+ community through the 6th annual Pride Pils, the first that it's a collaboration! Cheers to a happy Pride Month!- Favorite beers & events- Celebrating Jamal Lemon- Upcoming beer events- Wheatland Land Beer Fest- Pride events & support- Red Bear & DC Brau interview- Collaboration for Pride BeerJoin DC Beer for discounts at tap rooms and retailers throughout the Metro area! Learn more at https://dcbeer.com/links Thanks to our monthly supporters Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Brandy Justin Broady Thor Cheston Stephen Claeys Matt B Julie Verratti Bill DeBaun

In this episode, we dive into the changing landscape of the craft beer industry, including Flying Dog's acquisition by FX Matt, the closure of the Guinness brewery in Halethorpe, Maryland, and the closing of Astrolab. We also shout out the Lost Generation/Bluejacket/50 Hertz Tingly Foods collaborative beer Tiger Spirit, which supports Chefs Stopping Asian American Pacific Islanders Hate.In this episode's interview, Brandy speaks with the owners of The Brew Shop in Arlington, Virginia, to discuss the journey from home brewing to planning a home-brew store to opening their beer, wine and home brew shop on the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. Upcoming beer events include Oud Beersel Lambic Tasting with Master Blender Gert Christiaens at The Sovereign on May 31st, and in June include the 6th annual Pride Pils collaboration from DC Brau and Red Bear. Get the full calendar at dcbeer.com/events.Don't miss out on this episode of The DC Beer Show and stay up to date with the latest news and events in the beer industry by visiting our website and joining our newsletter today. Cheers!Join our Patreon for discounts at breweries and shops across the DMV!Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, and @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or sign up for our newsletter at DCBeer.com/newsletter. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.Many events are happening this week! Don't miss them by checking out the DC Beer event calendar here. Breweries, distilleries, restaurants, and others who want us to announce new releases can provide that information at DC.beer/releases.Music by Maurice Daniel Arrington https://www.mauricedaniel.com/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Matt Winterhalter Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Brandy Justin Broady Thor Cheston Stephen Claeys Matt B Julie Verratti Bill DeBaun

Martin picked up a couple of beers at Systembolaget this week. DC Brau has seen several releases here. This is the 10th anniversary beer release. On the Wings of Armageddon is a classic West Coast DIPA. The big malty kind that was around before NEIPA became a thing. At 9.2% ABV, you'll want to sit back, relax and enjoy this beer. We've tried Destihl Russian imperial stouts on the show before. Normally they are barrel-aged. Privyet is the just the base beer that they've built their Russian imperial stout empire on. It does not disappoint. Once you try this, you understand why everyone wants the barrel-aged version. #beer #drinks #craftbeer #imperialstout #russianimperialstout #dipa #westcoastipa 

Reggae Capitol meets Dubstuy meets Dubwise....Sat July 30th at DC Brau! Tickets available at reggaecapitol.eventbrite.com

This episode features Tangerine IPA from Black Bridge Brewing out of Swift Current SK followed by Arcade Glow by Boom Box Brewing, Penn Quarter by DC Brau, Ryes Against The Machine by Hell's Basement and finally Cream Ale by MT. Begbie brewing.  Make sure to check out our social media for upcoming shows and features! until next week stay crafty!!

‘Twas the day before the Maryland Craft Beer Festival, and all throughout the DMV, DC Beerists were getting restless, waiting to travel for beer and Maryland's finest yeast.Brandy ventures outside the DC border to get a sneak peek taste of Maryland's delicious beer, and talks with Earl Holman from Crooked Crab. Crooked Crab beer has been booming in the DC area over the last year. But the last time we talked with Earl, it was just before the pandemic started, and we had no idea what was ahead of us for the next few years. Earl tells us how Crooked Crab adapted to changing times, how they work to brew beer that every person will find satisfying, and what exciting things are coming up in Crooked Crab's future. In other news, we are in full force beer event season! The gang shares everything you need to know about events coming up at Rocket Frog, Silver Branch & Old Ox, and gives sneak peeks into DC Pride happenings at DC Brau and the Queer Beer Festival.Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.Breweries, distilleries, restaurants, and others who want us to announce new releases can provide that information at DC.beer/releases.DC Beer now has great branded gear for you! Check it out at DCBeer.com!

Kathleen opens the show drinking a DC Brau wheat beer from the DC Brewing Company. She shares the value of traveling with mini hot sauces since one of her favorite treats to collect on the road is hot sauce. Kathleen talks about the shows in DC at the Warner Theatre and New York City at Town Hall, and shares her excitement after attending DC's African American Museum and then taking Amtrak to NYC.“GOOD BAD FOOD”: In her quest for new and delicious not-so-nutritious junk food AND in continuing her search for the best Ranch, Kathleen samples Pennsylvania's Middleswarth potato chips, which she likes but prefers original Lay's. She moves on to try Heinz Creamy Ranch Mayonnaise from Australia, which is a lot thicker than US Ranch dressing and she LOVES the tang. QUEEN'S COURT: Kathleen is thrilled to report that she will be going to Red Rocks to see Queen Stevie Nicks, and she LOVED Queen Tanya Tucker's concert at The Ryman in Nashville, which celebrated the 50th year of the release of “Delta Dawn.” IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH: Termites know that Kathleen LOVES the world of fine art, and Van Gogh is one of her favorite artists. She shares details of her unbelievable experience at the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit in Nashville.UPDATES: Kathleen gives updates on Britney Spears's baby, the South Dakota attorney general's impeachment, and Elon Musks' attempt to take over Twitter.“HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT”: Kathleen is amazed to read about the discovery of “the impossible fossil” at the Tanis dig site in North Dakota, which is a fossilized dinosaur leg from a creature killed on the day of the asteroid strike that wiped the dinosaurs from Earth. NEW YORK'S WRAPPER'S LOST ART FOUND: Kathleen is thrilled to read about the discovery of dozens of abandoned art pieces from New York's Wrapper, Francis Hines, in a barn in Connecticut. MISSING CANADIAN CRYPTO KING: Kathleen is fascinated by the world of cryptocurrency, and reviews the mystery behind the disappearance/reported death of Gerald "Gerry" Cotten, the co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange, QuadrigaCX.JOHN HINCKLEY JR PLANS CONCERT: Kathleen is amazed reading an article announcing that attempted assassin (and crazy person) John Hinckley Jr. is playing a sold-out concert in Brooklyn in June after his court-ordered restrictions end. NYC GILDED AGE MANSION FOR SALE: Kathleen loves the HBO series “The Gilded Age,” and is excited to read that a mansion on the Upper East Side's “Millionaire's Row” is being prepped for sale for only the 3rd time since it was built in 1903. The 20K square foot home once belonged to baron Cornelius Vanderbilt's family.DUTCH CHEESE HEIST: Kathleen LOVES cheese, and is bewildered reading an article outlining the timeline of gang activities in the Netherlands last month that lead to the theft of over 3,500 pounds of cheese (worth approx. $23K USD).AIRLINE DUMPSTER FIRE MERGER: Kathleen laughs reading an announcement that JetBlue is willing to spend $3.6B to acquire Spirit Airlines in an effort to compete against larger airlines. Spirit is currently trying to work out a merger with Frontier Airlines, and Kathleen offers her opinion on all 3 carriers and her synopsis of what any merger combo will result in. BOMBSHELL PENTAGON UFO DOCS RELEASED: Kathleen is a massive believer in UFOs and is fascinated to read the details in a recent Pentagon report that discloses the health effects of paranormal experiences on humans. The report supports that UFO sightings can cause witnesses to be injured or suffer from radiation burns, brain problems, and nerve damage, and offers case studies on 5 reported sexual encounters between aliens and humans. WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEK: Kathleen recommends watching “Trust No One: The Hunt For The Crypto King” on Netflix. SEE KATHLEEN LIVE: See Kathleen live on her “Do You Have Any Ranch?” Tour. Tickets available at kathleenmadigan.com/tour See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join your friends at DC Beer for a trip to the Maryland Craft Beer Festival in Frederick, Maryland! Enjoy beer samples from dozens of Maryland breweries (including a few breweries not yet open to the public) pouring more than 200 unique, beers – all brewed in Maryland. Your road trip package includes transportation to and from the Festival, an Enthusiast Tasting Pass (a $65 value), and much more! More info here!Winter is ceasing its ugly gloom, and behold! Spring is upon us! Commence the release of cherry blossom beers, baseball beers, and best of all, beer festivals. Beer events in the DMV have been on hiatus since the pandemic started, making the upcoming festivals all the more special. In this episode, Jake talks about the upcoming Maryland craft beer festivities with Brett Snyder, president of the Brewers Association of Maryland and co-founder of Waredaca Brewing Company. Jake and Brett also discuss the ins and outs of true farmhouse breweries, why selling beer at farmers' markets is so important, what legislative action is happening on the MD beer front, and why the Maryland Craft Beer Festival and Love Thy Beer events are worth attending.  In other news, Jake and Brandy share beer releases, including baseball & Pride beers from DC Brau, and punny beers from Astro Lab. Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.Breweries, distilleries, restaurants, and others who want us to announce new releases can provide that information at DC.beer/releases.Get your DC Beer gear here!

When DC Brau opened its doors in 2009, it became the first brewery to operate in DC since 1956. Owners Brandon Skall, Jeff Hancock, and Mari Rodela join us to talk about the growth of DC Brau, the challenges they faced during the pandemic, and the next steps they are looking at with their bond offering through The SMBX. Listen now to hear their entire story, plus a virtual beer tasting or two. 

Blake Harrison / Jason Hamacher of Zealot RIP & Jeff Hancock of DC Brau & I have a conversation about how our Collab "Ambush Predator" came to life. We cover every aspect of the beer creation from the very beginning, why a Mexican Inspired Lager, the brew day, the can art, the release party and so much more. Throughout this chat, Blake was enjoying DC Brau's "Ambush Predator", Jeff was drinking DC Brau's "Octoberfest", I was drinking La Knowlton Co.'s "Mexican Lager" while Jason had a glass of Chlorophyll & Topo Chico Mineral Water. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! Can Art: Michael Sikes Episode Links: Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/ Join The Vox&Hops Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/hpu9F1 Zealot RIP: https://zealotrip31g.bandcamp.com/album/self-titled-ep DC Brau: https://dcbrau.com/ Michael Sikes: https://eyespeak.bigcartel.com/ La Knowlton Co.: https://laknowltonco.com/ Topo Chico Mineral Water: https://www.topochicousa.net/ Vox&Hops Brewtal Awakenings Playlist: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/vox-hops-brewtal-awakenings/pl.u-e98lGL5TaxdqVGW?ls Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6IMYqzDwwyW4mQvorjQU1p?si=24df0d275ff94db0 Sound Talent Media: https://soundtalentmedia.com/ Vox&Hops Metal Podcast Merchandise: https://www.indiemerchstore.com/collections/vendors?q=Vox%26Hops

This is a mighty special episode of The DC Beer Show! First, Jake speaks with Greg Engert about the return of SNALLYGASTER, DC's top annual beer festival. This year's lineup includes 450 highly sought-after brews on draft from over 200 of the finest American and international breweries, along with local food trucks and two stages of live music. Jake and Greg talk about what attendees can expect and highlight some of the top breweries in the lineup. Tickets are still available (as of October 1) at Snallygasterdc.com.In the second half of this extended episode, you'll hear Brandy and Jake speaking with each of the seven breweries at the 2021 Battle of the Barrel-Aged Beers, one of the most popular events of the DC Brewers' Guild's annual DC Beer Week. Brewers from Port City, Hellbender, 3 Stars, DC Brau, Other Half, Right Proper, and Atlas talk about their entries in this year's contest and the barrels they used to create their concoctions. Recorded live at the event! Congrats to DC Brau for winning this year! 

A poorly designed law that works and an expertly designed drink that sucks.When Prohibition was repealed in 1933 American drinkers had a lot of catching up to do. Tastes had changed and big brewers took note, cutting costs and striking ingredients until Americans were left with a low ABV bubbly bread soup that tasted vaguely like something they half-remembered. Flash forward to today and Lite Beer is one of the most well-designed products on the planet, while Americans are still untangling an ungainly patchwork of laws leftover from the bad old prohibition days. It begs the question: what does it mean to make something well? Special guests this week are Garret Oliver of Brooklyn Brewing Co., Brandon Skall of DC Brau and Garrett Peck, author of “The Prohibition Hangover.”Please SUBSCRIBE and RATE the show if you can. Join us every two weeks as we talk about history's favorite drinks and how what we drink shapes history. To see what's coming next follow Greg on instagram @100ProofGreg. #drinkinghistoryHeritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Back Bar by becoming a member!Back Bar is Powered by Simplecast.

EP210 is with special guest Mike Schleibaum of Darkest Hour. We talk about the new album they are working on which will be their 10th, living in lockdown, their livestreams on Patreon, adjusting to the new normal, their beer with DC Brau and more! Cheers! Video version:  https://youtu.be/cIDzPf0oveU Follow him on IG & Twitter: @theriffdojo Follow Darkest Hour: @darkest_hour_official For all things Darkest Hour: http://officialdarkesthour.com/ Intro song: "Demons" by Darkest Hour Outro song: "Enter Oblivion" by Darkest Hour Don't forget to like, share & subscribe and follow us on social media Instagram & Twitter: @RRBGPodcast RRBG is a proud member of the Podbelly Network! Check out all the great shows on our network here: https://podbelly.com/​​ PLEASE check out the Patreon page. Support the podcast and earn exclusive content like full audio interviews from Psycho Las Vegas from acts like Andrew WK, Red Fang, CKY and more. www.patreon.com/rrbg Sponsors! Sheath Underwear The best underwear ever created for active humans. Especially if you have a big ol' sack like myself. They come with a separate pouch for your genitals! See why everyone is talking about them! Order a pair today! https://www.sheathunderwear.com/​​ El Yucateco 50+ Years of making the staple Salsa Picante! If you've ever been to a Mexican Restaurant you've probably seen the bottles there. Fantastic on tacos or quesadillas but also great on wings and burgers! Check them out at : www.elyucateco.com Kill Cliff The premier recovery & energy drinks come from Kill Cliff. Their Mango Tango comes with 25 MG of CBD and it's the perfect way to recover from a hard work out or to work on your yoga practice. Check out their variety of flavors and styles. https://killcliff.com/​ Liquid Death Hey you! You need to drink more water. I'm sure you are not drinking enough! Crush a can of water today and say "Death to all Plastic!" Stay hydrated or DIE!  www.liquiddeath.com Saint Joints Check out our friends at Saints Joints providing the Pacific Northwest with carefully crafted Mixed Strain Joint packs. Featuring artwork from artists such as Skinner.

Jon and Joey are joined by Discord server issues as they taste DC Brau’s latest lager “Sip of Justice” made in partnership with their local Overwatch League team, the Washington Justice. They then go on to discuss a handful of roster moves and industry acquisitions, a couple other exciting new partnerships, The Last of Us […]

We've watched in amazement this past year as brewery after brewery have pivoted out of draft and into cans. But this transition is far from a “set it and forget it” situation.An increase in packaged offerings has created an increase in aluminum demand, and in this episode of The True Craft Podcast, we discuss the potential aluminum shortage faced by craft breweries.Brandon shares how DC Brau has navigated the aluminum crisis in the past, what they've done to counteract the recent shortage, along with predictions for what the future of draft looks like.Then we bring in the guest for this episode, Zak Koga from Karben4 Brewing in Madison, Wisconsin. Zak is a great resource on this topic, especially since Karben4 has both an active canning line AND bottling line. He explains some of the advantages and disadvantages faced with offering both package types.Enjoy!Links:Woodman's MarketKarben4 BrewingDC Brau

What's the point of brewing great beer if no one shows up to drink it?That's why this episode of The True Craft Podcast is all about marketing.Chris and Brandon start off by breaking down the different marketing tools available to breweries, how they've worked throughout the years, and the thinking behind DC Brau's iconic name and logo.Then, in the interview portion of the episode, we talk to Alexandra McKeown, Co-Owner and Founder of Hyperion Brewing Company located in Jacksonville, Florida.She talks about the meaning behind the name Hyperion, the many ways they value and practice inclusive marketing, their use of email, and much more. At the end of the day, much of running a brewery is a marketing game. And after setting the stage with the first two episodes, now we really start to get into the nitty-gritty.Enjoy!Links:DC Brau Brewing CompanyHyperion Brewing CompanySouthern Swells Brewing Company

We can all agree that 2020 was a year for the record books.And 2021 is already shaping up to be one as well.That's why this episode is all about adapting to the atypical.In this episode, Chris and Brandon discuss how DC Brau prepped for the shut down with a crisis plan, how they've adapted, their decision to temporarily close their taproom, and what they're plans are for the future.Then we're joined by Colin Speilman, Founder of Kings County Distillery in Brooklyn, NY. Colin shares how the community and distillery have adjusted, including the creation of their branded hand sanitizer.Listen to hear more about how Brandon and Colin have navigated these atypical times.Links:DC Brau Brewing CompanyKings County Distillery

In the first episode of The True Craft Podcast, we're joined by season 1 resident co-host Brandon Skall, CEO and Co-Founder of DC Brau Brewing Company.Brandon and business partner Jeff Hancock started the brewery back in 2009 after noticing a lack of hometown brew on the shelves of Washington D.C. He tells us about how they got started, how they chose the name, and what it was like during the first year of business.Then, in the second portion of the episode, Brandon and Chris invite the first ever True Craft Podcast guest, Jeff Gattens, Co-Founder of Four City Brewing Company. Jeff walks through their early history, as they were founded just over a year ago and have been building and pivoting during the craziness of 2020.Listen to hear more about how Brandon and Jeff each got their start in the brewing industry.Links:DC Brau Brewing CompanyFour City Brewing CompanySmall Batch Standard

To close out DC Beer Week 2020, Jacob and Brandy welcomed former DC Beer Show host Richard to Jacob's socially distant porch to enjoy the five entries into the 2020 Boundary Stone Battle of the Barrel-Aged Beer)! They sample barrel-stored concoctions from 3 Stars, Atlas, DC Brau, Port City, and Right Proper while sharing tasting notes and memories of past BOTBA. While the event couldn't take place in person this year, Boundary Stone and all the breweries found a way to have the delicious competition virtually, and the DC Beer gang is thrilled about the options.Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and join our new DC Beer Discord community! Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.

As DC Beer Week 2020 continues, join Jacob, Brandy, and Mike as they mourn the closing of too many of our favorite bars from the DC scene. They share memories of great food and drink, and all the friends they've made over the years. Curse this pandemic!Things liven up when Brian Van Den Oever, founder/owner of Red Bear Brewing Company, shows up with drag queen Desiree Dik to talk about Red Bear's special DC Beer Week delivery program Drag-livery. That's right, get your Red Bear beer, cocktails, and merchandise delivered to your home by a talented drag queen who will also do a personal performance just for you!Don't forget these other DC Beer Week events: Boundary Stone's Battle of the Barrel-Aged Beers is a carry-out event (which may or may not keep people from getting completely hammered), DC Brau is offering Oktoberfest meals + beer to go, there's a Scavenger Hunt designed to get you out to a brewery or six, and much, much more!Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and join our new DC Beer Discord community! Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.

The DC Beer Show has returned from hiatus with a new format and new hosts! Join Jacob Berg, Brandy Holder, and Mike Stein as they discuss DC Beer Week, trouble at Union, and what they are drinking right now.DC Beer Week 2020 starts Sunday, September 13, and this year the annual celebration of the local craft beer community is mostly — though not entirely — virtual. Boundary Stone's Battle of the Barrel-Aged Beers is a carry-out event (which may or may not keep people from getting completely hammered), DC Brau is offering Oktoberfest meals + beer to go, there's a Scavenger Hunt designed to get you out to a brewery or six, and much, much more!Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and join our new DC Beer Discord community! Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.

DC Beer's Richard speaks with guests Lyn Holland of 3 Stars Brewing Company and Bryan Van Den Oever of Red Bear Brewing Company about the concept of breweries and brewpubs as community centers, and patrons enjoy the brewery events that are held.Before prohibition, pubs and salons were popular community meeting places. Since the 1920s, however, most of these establishments lost their “community center” characteristic. But now, things are beginning to change. Over the past several years, breweries and brewpubs around the country (and especially in DC) are again becoming focal points of their communities. Families and groups of all ages are welcome, with breweries holding events from weddings to bingo nights to “plant swaps.”Plant and Yarn Swaps at 3 StarsLast year, Lyn Holland spearheaded a plant swap to bring people together for a few beers and to share their love of plants. She was overwhelmed that the first plant swap brought in more than 80 people. She thought it was a great way for like-minded people in the community to meet and make new friends. Since then, Lyn has organized two additional plant swaps, along with a “yarn swap.” Moving forward, Lyn plans to partner with Cultivate the City to hold another plant swap on March 29, 2020 and another yarn swap soon (TBD). She is also working with a local library to try to host the first “puzzle swap.” Stay tuned!Events for the LGBT, Deaf, and Boardgamer CommunitiesComing up on its one-year anniversary on March 7, Red Bear has already made a huge impact on the local community. The three main groups to rally around Red Bear are the LGBTQ, deaf, and boardgamer communities.As a 100% gay-owned bar, Red Bear (Bryan and his fellow co-founders Simon Bee and Cameron Raspet) have done a lot to make their brewery a popular gathering place for the LGBTQ community. They hold a number of drag events each month, including drag bingo (on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month), a “Slay Them!” drag competition for drag newcomers (on the first Friday of each month), and a traditional drag show once a month. They also hold “Bear Bust” nights for the community that features bottomless craft beer for one set price. Red Bear is located near Gallaudet University, a federally chartered private university for the education of the deaf and hard of hearing. Red Bear makes sure to welcome the deaf community requiring every bartender to know basic American Sign Language (ASL) (some staffers are even fluent in ASL!) They also hire ASL interpreters for trivia nights and host ASL Queer Nights.Cameron is a MAJOR board gamer, with over 400 unique board games in his personal collection. He brought his passion to Red Bear, which boasts 200 unique board games. Some of the games are so new/exclusive that they're not yet out for retail. Cameron, Simon, and Bryan are also trying to educate their staffers (and customers) about board games by hosting periodic staff board game nights.Other Upcoming Brewery Events in the DC AreaEvery DC brewery and brewpub is hosting events to foster community engagement. Some recent/upcoming brewery events in the DC area include: Right Proper's Crowdsourced Beer (happening now!) DC Brewers' Guild Hopfest (March 14) The Brewers Association's Annual Savor (May 15) DC Brau's Pride Pils can design competition (TBD) Stay updated by following the DC Beer calendar!And, as always, you can catch up on all the DC Beer Show episodes here, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, the DC Beer Weekly Pour.

DC Beer's Richard speaks with John Ustleton, Cofounder of New Columbia Distillery, and Alex Laufer, Head Distiller and Cofounder of One Eight Distilling, to talk about distilling spirits using local DC beers.Made in DC, for the Love of DCNew Columbia and One Eight are located in Ivy City, a small neighborhood in Northeast DC that is also home to DC breweries Atlas Brew Works and The Public Option. They take pride in their city and focus on providing local clientele with a broad range of spirits offerings. New Columbia opened its doors in Ivy City in 2011 as the first of several distilleries to begin operations in DC over the past decade. Its main product line consists of eight gins, all produced under the “Green Hat Gin” label. The Green Hat moniker is a tribute to George Cassiday, a Prohibition-era bootlegger who operated in the Cannon Office Building (House of Representatives) from 1920 until he was arrested in 1925. Soon after his arrest, Cassiday restarted operations in the Russell Office Building (Senate) for another five years until 1930. His signature green felt hat earned him the nickname “The Man in the Green Hat.”One Eight's name is also a tribute to DC, as it refers to Article One, Section 8 of the Constitution, which (among other things) establishes a National Capital District for the United States. One Eight set up shop in Ivy City soon after New Columbia opened. Its core lineup includes a selection of vodka, gin, rye, and bourbon.Distilling Spirits using DC BrewsDistillation from beer is just like any other distillation process: heating a liquid until the alcohol evaporates, and then cooling the vapor to condense it into a distillate. In essence, beer-distilled spirits are highly concentrated forms of beer. These drinks usually end up with a sweet component from malts and a floral profile from hops. John began distilling beer a few years ago when his friends at DC Brau offered him a leftover keg with which to experiment. Since then, John and his coworkers at New Columbia have made several iterations of spirits distilled from beer, each time improving their craft. One current offering is Eau de Brau, a whiskey-like spirit made from DC Brau beer (technically speaking, spirits distilled from finished beers cannot be labeled as whiskeys).Alex gave Richard a tasting of three spirits from One Eight. First, the Spirit of Grampus is distilled from Hellbender Brewing Company's Grampus (a nut brown ale) and aged for a bit less than two years in a charred new oak barrel. Next, the Spirit of the Stone is distilled from DC Brau's Stone of Arbroath (a scotch ale) and aged for two years in an ex-bourbon barrel that was previously used to age a DC Brau porter beer. Lastly, Hopcreek is a traditional rye whiskey infused with Chinook and Cascade hops and aged in an oak barrel for six months. Visiting New Columbia and One-Eight in Ivy CityAlthough distilling spirits from beer is not (yet) in high demand, New Columbia and One Eight plan to continue to experiment with these distillations when they have time and space to do so.To try out their beer-distilled spirits (and all of their other offerings), check out their visitor schedules below: New Columbia is open on Saturday from 1PM - 8PM and Sunday from 2PM - 6PM. It has indoor and outdoor seating and often offers food truck service. One Eight is open on Saturday from 1PM - 10PM and Sunday from 1PM - 7PM. It also offers pop-up food options. You can catch up on all the DC Beer Show episodes here, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, the DC Beer Weekly Pour.

DC Beer's Richard is joined by Mari Rodela of DC Brau and Paul Dean of the DC Brewers' Guild (DCBG) to recap the Guild's 2019 activities and to preview what's in store for 2020. New Faces to the DC Beer SceneDCBG is a nonprofit advocacy organization that represents the interests of DC breweries and taprooms. The DCBG family grew by two members in 2019, with Red Bear Brewing Company and Valor Brewpub both opening their doors last year. Mari and Paul noted that several great breweries also began operations in the region (but outside of DC-proper).The turn of the decade is also bringing about leadership changes in DCBG. Mari is stepping down as President, a role she has held since the group's inception seven years ago. She is handing over the presidency to Leah Cheston of Right Proper. Joining Leah on DCBG's leadership team are Justin Cox of Atlas (Treasurer and Vice President) and Barrett Lauer of District ChopHouse (Secretary).Updates on DCBG's Legislative AdvocacyDCBG had one major legislative “win” in 2019. A DC government bill passed in 2018 cast doubt upon DC brewpubs' ability to sell beer in all types of sealed containers (such as cans, bottles, kegs, growlers, and crowlers). Last year, however, DCBG was able to work with the DC City Council to clarify that DC brewpubs are still able to continue selling all forms of sealed beers.DCBG seeks to continue to advance some legislative priorities in 2020. It is advocating for the DC City Council to allow brewpubs to self-distribute its beers. Mari and Paul anticipate that this legislation will pass before the end of the 2020 session. In addition, DCBG also supports the Manufacturer's Satellite Taverns Amendments Act, which would allow DC breweries to establish up to two satellite taprooms in DC (an allowance that only outside breweries currently enjoy). DCBG's Ever-Growing Flagship Events: HopFest and DC Beer Week DCBG holds two annual flagship events to help fund its operations: HopFest and DC Beer Week. Both events were highly successful in 2019 with record turnouts, expanded offerings, and even participation from some DC City Councilors.Mari and Paul announced that HopFest 2020 will occur on March 14 (Pi Day!) at DC Brau. They are anticipating building upon last year's turnout of over 700 guests, 40 breweries, and outside vendors (including DCBeer.com). Buy your tickets here! You can catch up on all the DC Beer Show episodes here, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, the DC Beer Weekly Pour.

Richard teams up with DC Beer contributors Jacob Berg and Michael Stein to look back at the 2019 DC-area craft brewing scene and to speculate what's to come in 2020. They say goodbye to a few cherished DC beer establishments, while also sharing optimistic outlooks for the continued growth of craft brewing in the region. Casualties and Opportunities of the Changing DC Beer Market2019 witnessed the closing of Meridian Pint and Mad Fox. These two brewpubs, which relied heavily upon “beer events” to generate revenue, struggled to compete against the influx of local craft breweries.At the same time, there were a number of craft brewery openings in DC including Red Bear, Astro Lab, Valor, Silver Branch, Sapwood, which are already producing high-quality brews. Established breweries like District ChopHouse, Churchkey, The Sovereign, and DC Brau continue to make great beers. The DC Beer team has also noticed that several breweries are beginning to produce more low-ABV/low-calorie beers (and even some Hard Seltzers) in an effort to meet customer demands and expand their customer bases.The Year of Beer CollaborationsIn 2019, DC Beer's 10 Beers for 10 Years series featured a number of beer collaborations with local breweries, including the District ChopHouse Decade Dunkel, the Denizen Bock to the Future, and the Sapwood Cellars 3.8 Special Session IPA. DC Beer is currently collaborating with Right Proper and Black Brew Movement to create a peach-flavored Saison, which will be available in January 2020.Richard promised that DC Beer will continue to partner with local breweries for more collaborations in the future. Stay tuned!Expect More Excitement in 2020The DC area will welcome some new breweries in 2020, including the City-State Brewing Co. In addition, Atlas Brewing and RAR are opening new sites in Navy Yard, while the Other Half is expanding into Ivy City.After another successful SAVOR in May 2019, the annual beer event hosted by the Brewers Association will hold its May 2020 event at The Anthem in Southwest Waterfront. The DC Beer team believes that this location change will help to reinvigorate the event with an improved food selection.Overall, the DC Beer team has a lot to be happy about in 2019, and is expecting big things as we approach 2020. Catch up on all the DC Beer Show episodes here, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, the DC Beer Weekly Pour.

DC Beer's Richard is joined by Drew McCormick, Executive Beverage Director at Pizzeria Paradiso, which is a top restaurant in the DC with five locations in the DMV area. Drew talks about her beer program at Pizzeria Paradiso and her efforts to support the local community.Drew's Evolving Role in the Pizzeria Paradiso Beer ProgramOriginally from Maine, Drew has worked with Pizzeria Paradiso for seven years. She began as a server and worked her way up the ranks to her current position as Executive Beverage Director. She is responsible for coordinating the beverage options across all five locations, constantly seeking to provide customers with a balanced selection of craft beer. Drew is building upon a rich beer legacy at Pizzeria Paradiso, which opened its first bar in the basement of its Georgetown location in the 1990s. Today, Pizzeria Paradiso has a dynamic beer program, with a diverse offering of beers from both inside and outside the DC area. Each location offers a unique drink list consisting of at least a dozen beers on draft and over 200 packaged beers at any time. Pizzeria Paradiso only sells beers made by breweries that fit the definition of an Independent Craft Brewery as defined by the Brewers Association. Drew's work to provide customers with a balanced selection of good beer has not gone unnoticed. Pizzeria Paradiso's beer program has been nominated as the best beer program by both the Maryland Restaurant Association and the Restaurant Association of Washington.Drew's Take on Recent Beer TrendsRecently, Drew has noticed that many craft breweries are focusing on providing more approachable beers with lower ABVs and fewer calories. She is excited about the low-ABV lager movement that gives drinkers a crisp and clean taste. She also sees breweries expanding their offerings of low-ABV IPAs. Drew and Richard agree that this trend allows breweries to attract a broader customer base.Drew, however, is not sold on the recent Seltzer craze, which still lacks the craftsmanship seen in small, independent breweries. Time will tell if the beer community will begin to experiment with more creative and complex Seltzer offerings.Upcoming Holiday Events at Pizzeria ParadisoDrew highlighted several events and offerings coming up at Pizzeria Paradiso that will give you a chance to help your local community. It is partnering with DC Brau to offer a “brewers' grain crust” for its pizzas from November 29th through December 24th, with all proceeds going to Bread for the City. It will also be holding a “Give a Can, Get a Can” event at its Dupont location on December 12th and its Hyattsville location on December 20th, where you can get a free can of beer if you bring a can of non-perishable food for Martha's Table. Lastly, each location has adopted a family through the Healthy Babies Project, where you can join the staff and fellow customers at any location to donate gifts to a local family for the holidays.Catch up on all the DC Beer Show episodes here, and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, the DC Beer Weekly Pour.

Our annual, holiday gift-giving show never fails to deliver, and this year was no different. So, if you're still searching for the ideal gift for that special someone, listen up! Joining us in-studio were City Center DC's general manager, Timothy Lowry, who resides over a fabulous collection of top-of-the-pyramid designers, such as Carolina Herrera, Alexis Bittar, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Burberry and … well, you get it. With him were Felix Johnson, manager of the Alexis Bittar jewelry store with stunning, original designs, and Joshua Trusty, store director at CH Carolina Herrera (Check Instagram to see Nycci decked out in Bittar costume jewelry and a Herrera “to die for” dress).                                           And for those who enjoy holiday gift shopping in a different realm, we also had DC Brau's Mari Rodela and Mel Afzal, co-founder of KrampusnachtDC in with news about the 7th annual DC Brau Holiday Market, happening on Small Business Saturday, November 30th at DC Brau and featuring a special visit by Santa's sidekick, Krampus. And, if liquid gifting is more to your liking, try Moet Chandon or Veuve Clicquot or …! We did, thanks to our friend and frequent guest, wine expert Chris Houck.

Our annual, holiday gift-giving show never fails to deliver, and this year was no different. So, if you’re still searching for the ideal gift for that special someone, listen up! Joining us in-studio were City Center DC’s general manager, Timothy Lowry, who resides over a fabulous collection of top-of-the-pyramid designers, such as Carolina Herrera, Alexis Bittar, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Burberry and … well, you get it. With him were Felix Johnson, manager of the Alexis Bittar jewelry store with stunning, original designs, and Joshua Trusty, store director at CH Carolina Herrera (Check Instagram to see Nycci decked out in Bittar costume jewelry and a Herrera “to die for” dress).                                           And for those who enjoy holiday gift shopping in a different realm, we also had DC Brau’s Mari Rodela and Mel Afzal, co-founder of KrampusnachtDC in with news about the 7th annual DC Brau Holiday Market, happening on Small Business Saturday, November 30th at DC Brau and featuring a special visit by Santa’s sidekick, Krampus. And, if liquid gifting is more to your liking, try Moet Chandon or Veuve Clicquot or …! We did, thanks to our friend and frequent guest, wine expert Chris Houck.

This week, the Drunk Guys put on their masks and capes to discuss Watchmen by Alan Moore. They also watch beer, including: Free Flow by Otter Creek, The Grape Escape by Thin Man and Prison City, Own the Night by Radiant Pig, The Corruption by DC Brau, and Skeleton Crew

Adam and Richard visit DC Brau, the first production brewery in DC since 1956. They sit down with brewery founders, Jeff Hancock and Brandon Skall, to discuss the history surrounding the brewery and brewery legislation that had to take place in order for beers to be served in the brewery itself.Brewery Market EvolutionWhen DC Brau opened its doors in 2011, there were only 1,500 breweries open country-wide.  Today, that number is upwards of 8,000. Given these statistics, Adam, Richard, and the DC Brau founders speculate if the market is becoming too saturated as well as what breweries are needing to do to stand apart from the rest. They touch on the evolution of brewery models - the distributor model to the taproom model.DC Brau + JamesonRecently, DC Brau has started working with Jameson Irish Whiskey and has been releasing two beers every year that are aged in Jameson barrels. Jeff and Brandon share their decision to sustain the flagship beers for so long before making changes earlier this year. One of those major changes being the new brewing system they have put into place that has significantly improved their brewing processes.

Brian Becker started NE Eats four years again, and it is almost here again! This year it will be at DC Brau on June 1, from 4 - 8 p.m. We visit with Brian about how the tasty event got its start, what this year is featuring, the future of the event, and most importantly, why NE Eats is such an important event for DC food and beverage producers. Tickets are still available - listen now to find out how you can get involved!

May 18-19, 2019, DC celebrates Capital Trans Pride, drawing together members of the transgender and gender non-conforming community, allies, colleagues, family, and friends for a weekend of celebration, workshops, networking, and panel discussions on a variety of issues important to the Trans comm One such issue is the impact and legacy of the Stonewall riots, also called Stonewall uprising, were a series of violent confrontations, between police and gay rights activists outside the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in the Greenwich Village section of New York City. The riots began in the early hours of June 28, 1969 and, as they progressed, an international gay rights movement was born. Today on Industry Night with Foodie and the Beast, we remember and honor Stonewall and what those turbulent days started and produced with several guests involved with celebrating and marking the riots’ 50th anniversary, including: Sultan Shakir, executive director of SMYAL (Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders), an organization supporting and empowering LGBTQ youth in the DC area Stephen Rutgers, director of sales and marketing for the Washington Blade, the nation’s oldest, LGBT newspaper, who is responsible for implementing the paper’s marketing, such as the Pride Pils can contest and Best of Gay DC Awards; graphic designer Brandon Skall, CEO & Co-Founder, DC Brau Brewing Co. - This is the 3rd year DC Brau & The Blade have partnered to design specially wrapped cans for Capitol Pride Graphic designer Maggie Dougherty, label designer for DC Brau’s 2019 Capitol Pride Pilsner Christy Wallover, the Newseum’s exhibit writer, in to discuss the museum’s commemorative, Stonewall exhibit. Join us for a fascinating, roundtable discussion.

As we close out the circle of our beer judge episodes, today we talk about a recent homebrew competition - how it was organized and who is champion! The winner gets to scale up their recipe at DC Brau and have their beer sold at every Pizza Paradiso location. Every homebrewer’s dream come true.

It's that time again! Porch Fest 2019 is on April 13th, from 2 - 6 p.m. Our own team member, Jessica, stops by to talk about the food, the sponsors, and of course, the music! Listen now, and you can get all the info about Porch Fest on our website (www.riamainstreet.org).

History is in the making. Pizza Paradiso, DC Brau, and DC Homebrew Club are joining forces to host a homebrewer competition at the Georgetown location of Pizza Paradiso. The winner will get to brew their beer at DC Brau and have it served at every Pizza Paradiso location (now 5!). Michael Stein of Lost Lagers and Drew McCormick (executive beverage director of Pizza Paradiso) are in the studio to share the inspiration and the technical explanation of this event. We also dive into what it's like to submit your beer to a homebrew competition.

Full house today on Beer Me! Chef Mikey Friedman, the man behind The Red Hen & both All-Purpose locations, Co-Founder & CEO of DC Brau Brandon Skall, and Mari Rodela Chief Community & Culture Officer of DC Brau all come in to chat about what it takes to do a beer and restaurant collaboration. Chef Mikey dives into his joys of pairing beer with food and we get to try DC Brau's latest releases. Special appearance made by Full Service Radio Industry Night Co-host Nycci Nellis (also creator of "The List Are You On It?" and co-host of "Foodie & the Beast").

In this episode, Shep and Jamaal link up with Lizzie Palumbo to talk about the early days of one DC's first breweries, DC Brau. Lizzie takes us through a typical day as Tasting Room Manager, talks about her love for working in the service industry and what it was like working in a strip club (not as a stripper). Lizzie also takes the time to break down Initiative 77, a new DC law affecting the service industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Mike Stein, of Lost Lagers and DC Brau, comes by to chat about D.C. beer history, including D.C.'s first Lager! Lost Lagers also has a class coming up at the Hill Center this weekend, check out this new episode for more information.

Get the featured cocktail recipe" "Full of PRIDE" Mule Building a success business from the ground up is admirable but never forgetting to help others along the way and changing the world for the better is downright is inspiring. DC Brau is one of DC's leading breweries and their continued support of SMYAL and the Washington Blade Foundation through their Pride Pils campaign proves that greatness is not found in what you have, but in what you give.  Thirsty for more tasty cocktail recipes and boozy banter, then subscribe, download and review. Cheers to you!

This week's featured artist is the Bay Area Gig Poster extraordinaire himself, Matt Leunig, founder and owner of Scraped Knee. We came to learn of Matt through the unique black light can designs he did for DC-based brewery, DC Brau. Learn about Matt's grind to become the renowned gig he is today. Through hard work and commitment to his passion this is a great story of dedication and love of one's craft. Matt's impressive resume of artists includes but is not limited to Ween, The String Cheese Incident, moe., Primus, My Morning Jacket, Phil Lesh & Friends, Jerry Garcia estate, Bob Weir, Bruce Hornsby, Phish, Widespread Panic and Queens of the Stone Age to name a few. Rock n Roll is alive and well. Long live the Gig Poster.

On our latest Booze Block Jay, Chuck P and Jacob Talley, Craft Brand Manager at Mockler Beverage review the Public Pale Ale and Corruption IPA from DC Brau Brewing Company in Washington, DC.

Sean Patton makes his DC Improv headlining debut on September 29, closing out our DC Beer Week celebration with DC Brau. So we got him on the phone to say hi, tell us about his amazing comedic storytelling powers and share a drinking story. Check out this chat, then get your tickets for 9/29 ...  

00:00:00 - This episode Ben and Ryan chat with Cosmologist Sean Carroll about his new book, The Big Picture. Presented here is the first part of our conversation about a number of topics presented in the book. 00:40:58 - Drinks are like the universe in that they exist. Sean enjoys a gin martini or a Gibson depending on his mood. Sometimes he adds both garnishes and we're just not sure about anything anymore. Ben has some guanabana nectar. Ryan explains what that fruit looks like. And Ryan rounds things out with a Celestial Garden from DC Brau. 00:49:51 - The second half of our interview we continue talking about the book, particularly the contributions of Ibn Sina and Rev. Bayes to momentum and probability, respectively. You can keep up with Dr. Carroll on his website or by following him on Twitter. 01:17:32 - PaleoPOWs are a lot like cosmology; they can take some time to wrap your head around. Ryan begins by thanking Jennifer G. (?) for setting up a new recurring donation. Thanks, Jennifer! Ben has a question from Kenneth B. about which would win: the sun, or a water balloon the size of the sun. Ben, of course, has an answer.   Thanks for listening and be sure to check out the Brachiolope Media Network for more great science podcasts!   Music for this week's show: Princes of the Universe - Queen Onions - The Mountain Goats Time Won't Let Me Go (Sun Version) - The Bravery

Description: Brooklyn Brewery founder Steve Hindy sits down in D.C. with a powerhouse panel featuring some of the heavyweights of the local brewing scene: Jeff Hancock and Mari Rodela of DC Brau; Greg Engert, Beer Director & Managing Partner of ChurchKey and Bluejacket; and Justin Cox, Founder and CEO of Atlas Brew Works. John Holl, editor of All About Beer, joins the discussion as well, which tackles hot-button issues like craft-beer buyouts by brewing conglomerates.   

DC House Grooves: @dchousegrooves For episode #15 of the DC House Grooves Meet The Locals Podcast we've got a very special mix from a very special DJ. Sarah Myers has long been involved in the underground house music scene here in DC, as a promoter with Life, as a DJ, and as curator of the regular Hooked podcast. Having played as far and wide as New York, Burning Man, Barcelona and Ibiza, Sarah is a resident DJ at Flash DC, and can also be found lighting up dance floors and underground parties across the country. Over to Sarah for a few words about the mix: "The mix was recorded when I played at Sandwich Bar in Orlando last month. It was such a spectacular night, I can definitely say it was one of my most favorite gigs that I've ever played. Super small club, great vibe, stellar sound - can't wait to go back" You can catch Sarah at the following gigs in August and September: 8/29 - Flash with Ryan Crosson, Shaun Reeves www.facebook.com/events/404938153048761/ 8/30 - DC Brau party at the Cambria Rooftop 9/4 - Verboten NYC w/ Ida Engberg, Reset Robot www.facebook.com/events/1684312581790663/ 9/13 - Groovetop at Eighteenth Street Lounge w/ Tara Brooks www.facebook.com/events/545310772288528/ 9/26 - The Paradox Baltimore Sarah Myers on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SarahMyersOfficial Sarah Myers on Soundcloud: @sarahmyers Hooked Podcast: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hooke…id597282889?mt=2

This week DC Brau co-founders Brandon Skall & Jeff Hancock join us to discuss their fantastic brewery and delicious beers! The guys have a strong tie to the DC area, a great work ethic, and have built up a great reputation through their phenomenal beers. This weeks beer lineup includes: Brau Pils The Public On the Wings of Armageddon Penn Quarter Porter

For episode #15 of the DC House Grooves Meet The Locals Podcast we've got a very special mix from a very special DJ. Sarah Myers has long been involved in the underground house music scene here in DC, as a promoter with Life, as a DJ, and as curator of the regular Hooked podcast. Having played as far and wide as New York, Burning Man, Barcelona and Ibiza, Sarah is a resident DJ at Flash DC, and can also be found lighting up dance floors and underground parties across the country. Over to Sarah for a few words about the mix: "The mix was recorded when I played at Sandwich Bar in Orlando last month. It was such a spectacular night, I can definitely say it was one of my most favorite gigs that I've ever played. Super small club, great vibe, stellar sound - can't wait to go back" You can catch Sarah at the following gigs in August and September: 8/29 - Flash with Ryan Crosson, Shaun Reeves https://www.facebook.com/events/404938153048761/ 8/30 - DC Brau party at the Cambria Rooftop 9/4 - Verboten NYC w/ Ida Engberg, Reset Robot https://www.facebook.com/events/1684312581790663/ 9/13 - Groovetop at Eighteenth Street Lounge w/ Tara Brooks https://www.facebook.com/events/545310772288528/ 9/26 - The Paradox Baltimore Sarah Myers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahMyersOfficial Sarah Myers on Soundcloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/sarahmyers Hooked Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hooked-podcast-sarah-myers/id597282889?mt=2

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.On this week's show:DC Beer Week is back, August 9-16th. It's a celebration of good beer in the National Capital Region from conception to consumption and everyone and everything in between. Since its founding in 2008, the event has grown each year attracting thousands - from self-proclaimed beer geeks and home brewers to the casual beer drinker. This year's event includes more than 200 different activities taking place throughout the District and across the region.Today's show is a roundtable discussion about the event, the state of the craft beer industry and much more. Guests include Chris Van Orden: DC Beer Week co-chair; mixologist Gina Chersevani, owner of Suburbia at Union Market; Brandon Skall, co-owner of DC Brau; Andrew Cummings tasting room manager at Port City; Josh Chapman, brewer at Bluejacket and Angel Martinez, beverage manager at High Velocity sports bar in the Marriott Marquis.

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.On this week's show:DC Beer Week is back, August 9-16th. It's a celebration of good beer in the National Capital Region from conception to consumption and everyone and everything in between. Since its founding in 2008, the event has grown each year attracting thousands - from self-proclaimed beer geeks and home brewers to the casual beer drinker. This year's event includes more than 200 different activities taking place throughout the District and across the region.Today's show is a roundtable discussion about the event, the state of the craft beer industry and much more. Guests include Chris Van Orden: DC Beer Week co-chair; mixologist Gina Chersevani, owner of Suburbia at Union Market; Brandon Skall, co-owner of DC Brau; Andrew Cummings tasting room manager at Port City; Josh Chapman, brewer at Bluejacket and Angel Martinez, beverage manager at High Velocity sports bar in the Marriott Marquis.

On this week's episode of Two Brews Northeast, Kris is joined by co-host Jess Rozek and guest Ashley Hellman from our nation's capital. Jess and Ashley brought eight brews total, meaning a two volume show! In volume one we explore the founding of a state, literary beer, and hipster culture in DC.

00:00:00 - How did humans domesticate cats? Per usual, the answer may come from chemistry. Also, why did cats never put in the effort to become man's best friend? Aloof jerks. Do you want to know more about cats? Check out actual book Wild Cats of the World. Ryan has a copy, maybe you should too.    00:26:21 - Cats drink using their tongue and physics. We just drink using our mouths, and this week Patrick kicks things off with a The Corruption IPA from DC Brau. Abe is a bit under the weather so relies upon the healing powers of the a Maker's Mark Hot Toddy. And Ryan mixed up Schrodinger and Heisenberg and their respective relevance to cats but manages to power through his Hoppenburg Uncertainty Principle from River North Brewing.    00:33:33 - Now for the really important question: What does your cat think you are? Some say your cat thinks you're a cat. Others say that your cat thinks you're an unpredictable ape. Which is it SCIENCE?   00:56:13 - PaleoPOWs are a lot like cats, they difficult to tame and can give you parasites if you're not careful. Abe presents a new recurring donation from Andrew H. Thanks, Andrew! Patrick is surprised to learn that a bigfoot has been sighted on the island state of Hawaii by Tara F. Ryan has something special from the physical mailbox from Veronica W. This week we're giving away the game Offspring Fling! for Steam. If you'd like it, just be the first to write in and it could be yours!     Thanks for listening and be sure to check out the Brachiolope Media Network for more great science podcasts!     Music for this week's show: Cat Turned Blue - Rusted Root Here Is Gone - Goo Goo Dolls Cat Piano - Seabear

Beer: Trumer Pils Sanitas Black IPA Sixpoint Rad Southern Sparkling Ale Sam Adams Summer Ale Ranger Creek Strawberry Milk Stout D.C. Brau The Corruption Rankings: Jeff: 1. Trumer 2. Sixpoint 3. Summit 4. Sam Adams 5. DC Brau 6. Sanitas 7. Ranger Creek Greg: 1. Trumer 2. Sixpoint 3. DC Brau 4. Sanitas 5. Summit 6. Sam Adams 7. Ranger Creek Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Support CBR: Subscribe or Donate CBR Amazon Store CBR Midwest Homebrewing Supply Referral Link. Signup for Bluehost website hosting. Extras: Preshow Postshow

Beer: Trumer Pils Sanitas Black IPA Sixpoint Rad Southern Sparkling Ale Sam Adams Summer Ale Ranger Creek Strawberry Milk Stout D.C. Brau The Corruption Rankings: Jeff: 1. Trumer 2. Sixpoint 3. Summit 4. Sam Adams 5. DC Brau 6. Sanitas 7. Ranger Creek Greg: 1. Trumer 2. Sixpoint 3. DC Brau 4. Sanitas 5. Summit 6. Sam Adams 7. Ranger Creek Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Support CBR: Subscribe or Donate CBR Amazon Store CBR Midwest Homebrewing Supply Referral Link. Signup for Bluehost website hosting. Extras: Preshow Postshow

Beer: Weyerbacher Althea Hardywood Gingerbread Stout Rogue Double Chocolate Stout DC Brau On the Wings of Armageddon Ranking: Jeff: 1. DC Brau 2. Althea 3. Hardywood 4. Rogue Greg: 1. DC Brau 2. Althea 3. Rogue 4. Hardywood Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Support CBR: Subscribe or Donate CBR Amazon Store CBR Midwest Homebrewing Supply Referral Link. Signup for Bluehost website hosting. Extras: Preshow Postshow

Beer: Weyerbacher Althea Hardywood Gingerbread Stout Rogue Double Chocolate Stout DC Brau On the Wings of Armageddon Ranking: Jeff: 1. DC Brau 2. Althea 3. Hardywood 4. Rogue Greg: 1. DC Brau 2. Althea 3. Rogue 4. Hardywood Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Support CBR: Subscribe or Donate CBR Amazon Store CBR Midwest Homebrewing Supply Referral Link. Signup for Bluehost website hosting. Extras: Preshow Postshow

We speak to the owners of DC Brau and they share their tips on running a successful partnership.

Chris and Mike's Beer Chat - The podcast about enjoying beer - CMBC Episode 21 - Hipster in a CanIn this Episode we taste 3 beers from DC Brau and 1 mystery beer!Beers:DC Brau - El Hefe SpeaksDC Brau - The CitizenDC Brau - The CorruptionMystery beerEmail us: cmbdpodcast@gmail.comlike us: http://www.facebook.com/cmbcpodcastMusic: Sonic Youth - Kool Thing

Listener Eric Saa sent us 6 DC Brau beers, and Habeab Kurdi joins us again to try them. One uf us gets ripshit drunk. Cue the Pearl Jam. El Hefe SpeaksThe PublicPenn Quarter PorterThe CorruptionThe CitizenOn The Wings Of Armageddon And be sure to check our Facebook page for details on our "Thank You" Gift Pack thing! Rankings: Grant:1. On The Wings Of Armageddon2. El Hefe Speaks3. The Citizen4. Penn Quarter Porter5. The Public6. The Corruption Rubio:1. On The Wings Of Armageddon2. The Citizen3. The Public4. Penn Quarter Porter5. El Hefe Speaks6. The Corruption Mike:1. On The Wings Of Armageddon2. The Public3. The Citizen4. Penn Quarter Porter5. El Hefe Speaks6. The Corruption Habeab:1. On The Wings Of Armageddon2. The Citizen3. Penn Quarter Porter4. The Public5. El Hefe Speaks6. The Corruption   Subscribe! Point your podcatcher to our RSS feed: feed://feeds.feedburner.com/thebeerists Or, subscribe via iTunes (Give us a review and a rating!) Shownotes available here The Beerists are: John Rubio, Grant Davis, Mike Lambert, and Habeab Kurdi. twitter.com/thebeeristsfacebook.com/thebeeristsinfo@thebeerists.com

Beers: Karl Strauss Windandsea Wheat Cigar City Black Whole Cigar City Tocobaga Red Ale DC Brau The Public Duck-Rabbit Baltic Porter Ranking: Greg: 1. DC Brau 2. Karl Strauss 3. Duck-Rabbit 4. Tocobaga Jeff: 1. DC Brau 2. Duck-Rabbit 3. Tocobaga 4. Karl Strauss Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Extras: Preshow Postshow

Beers: Karl Strauss Windandsea Wheat Cigar City Black Whole Cigar City Tocobaga Red Ale DC Brau The Public Duck-Rabbit Baltic Porter Ranking: Greg: 1. DC Brau 2. Karl Strauss 3. Duck-Rabbit 4. Tocobaga Jeff: 1. DC Brau 2. Duck-Rabbit 3. Tocobaga 4. Karl Strauss Social: @craftbeerradio on Twitter CBR on Facebook CBR on Google+ Extras: Preshow Postshow