The Brew Daddies

Welcome back to the DC Beer Show! In this episode, our hosts Mike, Brandy, and Jake dive deep into the heart of the DC craft beer scene with an engaging conversation and a touching farewell to a local brewery. The gang kicks things off with their beverages of choice—Brandy's savoring some leftover Prosecco, Michael is classily sipping on Schönramer Hell, and Jacob is enjoying a pre-Prohibition lager from Lost Generation.The episode takes an emotional turn as the hosts lament the closing of Hellbender Brewing Company, a neighborhood staple that's been a haven for beer lovers for the past decade. Brandy shares her heartfelt sadness, emphasizing the community's loss and the brewery's triumphant journey through various challenges. Michael takes a nostalgic trip, reflecting on how brewery closures impact the local craft beer landscape.But it's not all gloom and doom! The spotlight turns to Phil Runco, the mastermind behind the highly anticipated "2024 Beer In Review." Phil discusses the meticulous process of colle