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Brandy was roaming the Maryland Beer Festival when she overheard people raving about an Italian pilsner. She followed them to Landmade Brewing’s tent, the DC Beer Crew tasted the pilsner, and it quickly became the favorite beer of the day. Landmade opened six months ago and completely flew under our radar! So today, Brandy sits down with owner Gabe Scott and head brewers Matt and Kyle to hear the story of how these three came together to start Landmade Brewing on a farm in Poolesville. They talk beer porn to us, sharing why Landmade is focused on making amazing lagers, how they dabble in crafting smoked beers, and why local agriculture is so important to the brewery.In other news, Mike and Brandy share exciting news about Snallygaster (woop woop!) and why you should seek out the brewery tents you’ve never heard of while at festivals.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 oth

For a lot of us at DC Beer, there’s nothing like finishing up the work week, heading to the local brewery for a fine brown ale, and headbanging to your local favorite heavy metal band. Years ago, the DIY metal scene of DC was looking for a place that metal fans could call home. Where did they find it? DC's beer scene.The DC Beer ecosystem goes far beyond the brewers and taprooms. In this episode, the DC Beer Crew talks with Metal Chris, founder of DCHeavyMetal.com, to hear the story of how DC breweries became the haven for heavy metal fans to gather under the common love of heavy riffs.  In other news…well, there’s bad news. But there’s also good news! We share both, tell you which beer events you should hit this next week, and cheers the DC Beer community for all the highs and lows it’s currently experiencing. We’re also joined by beloved Jordan Harvey, DC Beer’s own Man-About-Town, for some fun shenanigans. Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

It’s July in DC AKA it’s hot and muggy. So grab your most refreshing beer and slip slowly with us as your neighbors light off their leftover fireworks. In this episode, we’re sharing what beers are quenching our thirst driven by summer’s heat and catching up on the most exciting things that are going down in DC’s beer scene, including a beautiful collaboration between Soul Mega and 3 Stars, the outcome of the MD Craft Brewers Games of 2022, and a sneaky release of the potential date for DC’s favorite beer event!   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. Thanks to our monthly supporters 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

50 episodes ago, beloved hosts Brandy, Jake, and Mike took the microphones and relaunched the DC Beer Show. Since then, it’s fair to say that the DC Beer scene has gone through a lot 一 a global pandemic, fighting to keep each other safe while keeping our businesses afloat, and confronting discrimination in our local industry 一  it hasn’t been easy. But together, we’ve overcome much. And in this episode, we celebrate!The gang comes to you live, in-person, TOGETHER from The Dew Drop Inn, the site of the historic Chocolate City Brewing Company, the first black-owned brewery in D.C. We reminisce on the milestones of DC’s beer scene over the last two years, have a surprise guest appearance from the DC Beer Daddy himself, revel in delicious in-person pints, and let you know what you should be most excited about in the near future of DC beer. 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

Slowly but surely, our favorite annual beer events of the past are making a comeback after taking a pandemic pause. What are we especially excited about? Savor. Savor is an experience for beer lovers and foodies that pairs flavor-forward, independent craft beer with small-plated culinary delights. Jake sits down with Bill Butcher of Port City Brewing to get the story behind Savor and hear why it’s so worth attending this year. Bill is also a member of the Brewers Association and dives into where craft beer currently stands with local legislation and how possible it is to put on more unique regional beer events across the country.In other news, the gang shares beer releases from 3 Stars, favorite beers they’ve been trying from Hellbender and Streetcar 82, an upcoming event with the DC Abortion Fund (DCAF), and MANY anniversary celebrations coming up at Union, City State, and Old Ox. One of these anniversary celebrations may or may not include a special appearance by Fred Armisen. Keep up to date with everythin

It’s patio season. Dunkels and tripels are overflowing. But you know what we’re most excited about? One of our favorite neighborhood breweries is back.Mike sits down with Ben Evans and LT Goodman from Hellbender Brewing Company after the brewery’s period of intense trials. Back in March, Hellbender lost their ABC license and was unable to operate. But they are back! Ben and LT tell us about the reopening process, the triumphs they’ve seen, and the challenges they still face. Ben also shares about new beers coming out this season and how business owners can take care of mental health when not tending to their breweries. We revel in why we need our local neighborhood breweries and discuss how people can currently support Hellbender. In other news, the gang announces a beer release from Three Stars, tries an amazing collaboration from Streetcar 82 and 7 Locks, and gives details for Land Beer Fest, and LGBTQ+ events coming up like Proud to Say Gay, and Queer Beer Fest. Keep up to date with everything happening at

‘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

Carly and Brian Ogden met on a blind date that started going south quick. Until beer saved the day. And along came beloved Attaboy Brewing.Brandy sits down with Carly and Brian, founders of Attaboy Brewing in Frederick, MD. Carly and Brian recount that fateful night of their first date and share how they made it from the Bay Area to Maryland, and how Frederick became the unexpected surprise of a location for Attaboy. They share the story behind the name “Attaboy” and the shenanigans that come out of being in such close quarters with their neighbor brewers in Carroll Creek, Frederick.Then, we have TONS of exciting things going down in the DC Beer world. Brandy, Jake, and Mike give the details for all the beer releases and events you need to know about, including events at Right Proper and new things coming down the pipe from Aslin Beer Company.Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.Breweries, distilleries, restaurant

There are towns where everything feels right. Sperryville is the little town tucked in the Shenandoah mountains where you run to when you need to escape the city. Yet a trip to Sperryville is only made whole when you taste the goodness of the native beer, natural cider and wine of Pen Druid Fermentation. Mike sits down with Jennings Carney, co-owner of Pen Druid Fermentation. Jennings is one of three Carney brothers who operate the company. He shares about the evolution from Pen Druid Brewing to Pen Druid Fermentation, how long the brewing process takes to get the beer from the barrel to the glass, how the seasons truly affect the brewing process, the intention that goes into the ingredients of each batch, and why it’s so worth making the trip to Pen Druid in beautiful Sperryville. Lastly, Jennings tells us all about Yeaster, an upcoming event that includes a delicious lamb roast, cider release, and wine & food pairings from Domestique Wine and Sumac Restaurant. In other news Jake, Brandy, and Mike revel

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.Brewer

Alfred Rotimi was studying all things psychology, biochemistry, and neuroscience when he decided to start a brewing business with his family. Right after they launched, the COVID-19 pandemic began, and Alfred quickly had to pivot his business. To hear this story, Jake sits down with Alfred, founder and president of Joyhound Beer Company in Baltimore. Alfred shares how his background in biochemistry influenced him to get into brewing back in his college days, how confusing it can be to start a business, and ultimately how he learned to adapt Joyhound to rapidly changing times. Among other things, Jake and Alfred discuss the quality & caliber of beers we drank back in our young adult days and the resurgence of the west coast IPA. In other news, Brandy, Jake, and Mike give details on upcoming beer events this weekend, including events at Three Stars, a Meet & Greet Women in Craft Beverage at Other Half Brewing DC, and Love Thy Beer in Silver Spring, MD. Other Brewer Shoutouts:Vibrissa BeerStreetcar 82Che

We hear a lot of claims in the beer world, but Bryan Roth is here to set things straight, especially when it comes to the hard seltzer vs beer debate. Jake sits down with Bryan, director of North American Guild of Beer Writers and writer for Good Beer Hunting. Jake and Bryan discuss the upcoming domestic challengers to Guinness as St. Patty’s Day approaches, the mind of the craft beer drinkers, how Americans can’t stick to just one type of alcohol, if hard seltzers are beating beer in the market share competition, and where is all the hard cider?? Lastly, we end with some hopeful answers and discuss why craft beer is so meaningful. Brandy also comes to us live from Silver Branch Brewing with Brett Robinson to say goodbye to an old favorite and hello to a new release, Dr. Juicy, the beer voted in by the people. In other news, we want you to take a roadtrip with us! Travel with us to the Maryland Craft Beer Festival. Get tickets, transportation, and more all right here. Brandy, Jake, and Mike also give details

The roots of beer run deep, going back to before America’s beginning. Unfortunately, some of these roots have damaged our beer culture. But, people are tearing down the bad and rebuilding for good. To discuss this, Mike talks with Jamaal Lemon, award winning writer for Good Beer Hunting, good friend of DC Beer, and long-time pourer of beers in the DMV.Jamaal tells us an important story about the roots of American beer culture, starting in South Carolina at a festival called Schützenfest. Schützenfest was a German gun and beer festival, originally designed as an inclusive event to bring together slaves from West Africa and German immigrants. But as time went on, Schützenfest became an event full of exclusion and racism, driving these two groups apart. Jamaal shares how he investigated this history to show how its racist tradition lived on today and how beer culture can move on from it. Jamaal also explains the importance of Gullah Geechee culture in beer and food, the ongoing effort to tear down American beer

One year ago, we were itching to travel, but we couldn't. So we used beer to venture outside the DMV. While travel may have opened up since then, beer is still the most accessible way of trying the various brewing styles from all over the world.We're back in the Alps with Jeff Ramirez, Chief Beer Officer of Denizens Brewing. Denizens will be releasing a new edition of their Hike the Alps series, and Jeff shares which delicious beers will be making a comeback and which will be new. Jake and Jeff geek out about lagers, discuss Denizens’ other releases coming out before Hike the Alps, establish why Denizens Hard Seltzer is worth supporting, and discuss which Denizens beers are best for certain local basketball players with shotgunning needs. Beer releases galore! The gang shares about a sneak peak of a new beer from Silver Branch, and highly anticipated new releases at Capitol Cider House, Three Stars, and Red Bear. Northeast DC will be popping off in beer events in the coming weeks and Brandy gives all the nece

Even in the midst of the pandemic, we have things to celebrate. Today, we raise a glass to the recently founded, first Black-Woman owned brewing brand in DC. Mike sits down with Eamoni, aka the Vibe Queen, and now CEO and co-founder of Urban Garden Brewing. Eamoni's story has captivated the DC beer scene. In this episode, Eamoni shares what it was like starting her business in her uncle's backyard, the most difficult and discouraging parts of starting a brewing brand, the most positive moments that pushed her forward, and how in the end, she kicked down doors and barriers to fulfill a big dream.  In other news, we hear rhymes, Jake predicts the future, and we share new breweries opening in the DMV!Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com. Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Brian Minch Chris Frome Jon Gil

Everyone should feel welcome in the craft beer scene. But does everyone feel they have a seat at the table? A movement is making sure they do. Brandy sits down with Charles Rominiyi, co-founder of the Black Brew Movement. The Black Brew Movement works to connect Black American culture with craft beer culture. Charles shares the story of how he, his wife, and close friends began noticing peculiar things about the demographics of craft beer drinkers, how they used sociology to introduce new consumers to craft beer, and how the movement is now working to elevate and amplify black beer brands while promoting inclusivity in taprooms. \In other news, the new year comes with new beers, and good news! Jake and Brandy share which breweries are opening new locations in the District. Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com.  Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Jua

It’s time for merry shenanigans in the DC area, and that means an overflow of holiday events and the festive beers that come with them. Brandy sits down with friends from Red Bear Brewing, co-owner Bryan Van Den Oever and resident drag queen Desiree Dik. Bryan and Desiree spread holiday cheer as they announce Red Bear’s upcoming seasonal beers and events, including drag shows, a New Year’s Eve Drag Ball complete with go-go dancing, and the first ever Red Bear Brunch that’s hitting DC with a deliciously killer menu.In other news, Mike, Brandy, and Jake celebrate National Lager Day, talk crazy American beers, and reveal a local DC beer that recently went through chemical analysis and approval to receive a very special title. Wanting to work at an awesome DC brewpub? Red Bear Brewing is hiring! You can apply here. Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com. Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff Michael O'Connor Favi

Just over the Bay Bridge lies a brewery that people across the nation have tasted the goodness of since 1995. That brewery is Dogfish Head. Today, Jake sits down with Dogfish Head’s Mariah Calagione and Andrew Greeley. They recently published The Dogfish Head Book: 26 Years of Off-Centered Adventures that shares the story of Dogfish Head, the lessons learned, the first beers, and the stories of employees who have made the dreams of Dogfish come true. Mariah and Andrew bring back the memories of old beers, reflect on how far the craft beer industry has come, and share the newest happenings at Dogfish Head, including staying at the Dogfish Inn, chocolate lobster beers, and the pale ales that bring the fresh taste of the 90s. Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com. Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Brian Min

This week, we dive into some of the most creative and passionate beers you’ll find in DC一Soul Mega. Mike sits down with Elliott Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Soul Mega. Soul Mega operates as a contract brewery. Elliott explains the challenges they’ve faced operating as a contract brewer during the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals if they’ll eventually open a brick and mortar facility, and lets us know where DC beer drinkers can find Soul Mega beers. Elliott and Mike also discuss what beer trends have been taking off in DC and the thrill of hoppy black lagers.Then, Jake, Brandy, and Mike debate if December holiday beers should be promoted in early November, and give us a rundown on all the DC beer events coming up. It’s also DMV Black restaurant week, and Mike lets us know which amazing breweries, distilleries, and wineries are participating!Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com. Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff

Brandy sits down with Lily Schulz, new lead brewer at the Right Proper Brewing Shaw Location. Lily shares her story of how she left an office job to work at a brewery. Then, she tells us what it’s been like switching brewing locations, moving to a more manual form of brewing, which beer is her favorite to brew, and what happens to her sense of smell after smelling hops all day in a brewing course. Lily then leaves us with parting thoughts and shares what brewing collaborations are coming up at Right Proper. Then, Jacob, Brandy, and Mike plead with the DC area breweries to make dark beers. Mike then tells us all about Brave Noise Beers--an anti-racist, anti-sexist, anti-discriminatory beer movement--and shares how you can be involved.  Keep up to date with everything happening at DCBeer.com, @DCBeer on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Email us at beershow@dcbeer.com. Thanks to our monthly supporters Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski