Craft Beer Travel & Adventure

Jeremiah Johnson isn’t your typical American craft beer story. And neither is he the man from the movie. He is, though, the man from Jeremiah Johnson Brewing Company in Great Falls, and now Whitefish, Montana. And we've got his story. Meet Jeremiah Johnson Not one to be all work and no play, Jeremiah Johnson has always strived to create an environment for himself, his family, and his work team...

Have you ever rounded a corner and then stopped dead in your tracks? That's almost what we did when driving to Cartridge Brewing in Maineville, just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio. Located in an old munitions factory, the twisty road leading to Cartridge is one for the books, but when you round that final turn and your eyes rest upon two magnificent spires towering above this massive once-bustlin...

Good beer matters. At least we think so. Actually a lot of people think so, but why? And why should we learn about why good beer matters? Because beer is about more than just the beer. It's about talking across the aisles, listening to opinions, learning how to take criticism, and learning all along the way. Wait? Are we talking about beer or life? Both. And that is exactly what matters to Jer...

The Sioux Falls craft beer scene forever changed when Stacey and Dan arrived into town for some covert operations - Covert Artisan Ales & Cellars, that is. This unique brewery in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is beginning to take root in this up and coming midwestern craft beer location. And by taking root we do mean by grabbing hold and sticking around, but what we really mean is that they are u...

Sever your ties in South Dakota, just don't sever them from South Dakota. With 44 craft breweries and counting, and several of them located in the southeast corner of the state, the Sioux Falls craft beer scene may just need to be your next craft beer destination. So, sever your ties with the idea that South Dakota isn't about the beer. With Severance Beer Company on the scene, it's mo...

Soulcraft Brewing. For those that know Salida, you know Soulcraft. For those that don't, it's time you do. Salida, Colorado. A Colorado mountain town that has it all: rafting, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, and one of the best craft beers scenes in a town of 7,000 people.  Meet Mike LaCroix, owner of Soulcraft Brewing Those formative years spent in middle school ha...

Welcome to Knoxville, Tennessee, where the beer flows just as easy as the country music, the whiskey, and the rolling hills. Where Will Rutemeyer finally realized his true calling to become a brewer. Where Balter Beerworks found its roots in classic brews, handcrafted foods, and community gatherings. This is a Will's story as much as it is Balter's story. For without the other, neither wou...

Work life balance - a difficult level to achieve. But those at Level Beer in Portland, Oregon, are well on their way to becoming over achievers. While they may not agree that they have found that sought after work life balance, they have found that balance in their beer, along with a unique take on leveling up.  Level may mean equal but it also means fun. Especially when you take "level" a...

Sherman Street Beer Company in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is the only sign you need when it comes to finding good beer on a neighborhood corner. With Beau Baden, an OG in the Pennsylvania beer scene, as Brewmaster and co-founder at the helm, you'll know you'll be getting great stories around great beer. And that is what we are all about here at Living a Stout Life. Meet Beau Baden from Sherm...

When you hear Kentucky, you probably think bourbon, but what you really should be thinking about is Kentucky beer...and bourbon. Oh, and you definitely can't forget the Kentucky Derby. And that, my dear beer loving friend, is what Gallant Fox Brewing Company in Louisville, Kentucky, is all about. Kentucky Beer, Kentucky Bourbon, and the Kentucky Derby.  Welcome to the fourth episode in our ser...

If there's ever been a place where you can talk across the aisles, beer in hand, Jade Mountain Brewery & Teahouse is one of those places. With a knack for creating flavors you would never dream of in beer, but doing it brilliantly, where you want more of it, Sean Guerrero blends both beer and culture together by being inclusive of all flavors and all peoples. Welcome to the third episode i...

It all started with a hot springs swim beach in New Zealand and a headache like none he had ever had before, a full-time sailing dream put on hold, maybe to never happen again. Boats run aground more often than we all might think. Then there are other things that run aground symbolically. Things like engine problems causing you to be stuck in a marina for two months. Things like high winds causing...

Welcome to Mikerphone Brewing where music and beer come together seamlessly. Located just outside of Chicago in Elk Grove Village, this brewery crafts all genres of beer alongside all genres of music. Welcome to the second episode in our series of podcasts where we have partnered up with Malteurop Malting Company (MMC) to highlight some phenomenal craft breweries for American Craft Beer Week, May...

When you know you are an entrepreneur and plan on opening a business, and then fall in love with brewing and the community that surrounds it, there's nothing left to do, but open a brewery. And when your partner in life and business is a pilot, and your brewing style is to create small batch brews, again there's nothing left to do, but call said brewery, Pilot Brewing Company. Welcome to t...

Welcome to Elevation Beer Company, where the people and the beer elevate you to your next level, whatever that may be. Sound a bit philosophical? Well, it is. Conversing over a pint (or two or three) of beer sparks the embers of all types of conversations. And that is one reason why we love the craft beer scene. And why we love Elevation Beer Company in Poncha Springs, Colorado, just outside of Sa...

Whether you're turning on a bike, a board, a kayak, your feet, or whatever gets you outdoors in Salida, when your turns are done, Jason, Nick, and the entire crew at Tres Litros Beer Company know your thirsty. They also know you deserve great beer in a cool atmosphere. Tres Litros is the place to go for your much needed reward after a day of hard work and hard play. Salida, Colorado: A True Mo...

Have you ever dreamed of what it would be like to visit all of the breweries in one state? Paul Myhill, aka the Colorado Beer Guy, has done just that. He recently accomplished his goal of visiting every Colorado brewery and their associated taprooms throughout the state of Colorado. A Brewery Master - All of the Colorado Breweries - Over 400 of Them! Now among the ranks of an elite few of about 10...

While nobody can 100% guarantee that River North has brewed the strongest beer in Colorado, it's quite certain that it is one of them. Clocking in at just above 22%, it's a mighty big beer, with mighty big flavor. And for those of you that may not know River North, this big beer isn't their first rodeo. They've been brewing big beers since they opened their doors in 2012. You may h...

When you think of Baja, you probably conjure up images of the mighty Pacific or the serene waters of the Sea of Cortez. Palm trees are abundant. Beach combing and whale watching, Corona in hand, are the only things are on your must-do list. Keep all that, but ditch the Corona. There's a damn good craft beer scene in Baja, and we're here to start you out on your journey to  Baja beer  with...

Can you hear the music in the beer? Or maybe the better question is can you feel the music in the beer? Brewery owners are brilliant at creating taprooms and brewhouses that reflect their passions. Some of the best have personalities that inspire each customer to find their own perspective, allowing for unique expressions from every individual that encompasses the space. Ratio Beerworks is one of...

What do you get when a brewer and a chef come together? Sounds like a joke told in a bar, right? Wayne and Laura are no joke. And the beers they create are no jokes, either. Specializing in high ABV beers, you might think they have set out to get you snockered. Well, their goal is just the opposite of that. It's time to appreciate the finer side of craft beer. It's time to experience it. M...

Event planning can either be a pain in the ass, or it can be the time of your life. Or maybe it's something more in the middle. Whatever the moment brings, when planning an event that revolves around building community and passions, we're here to tell you that it's worth every moment of not knowing what you're doing, even when you think you know exactly what you're doing. What...

Looking beyond the liquid, Jim and Jackie created the Craft Beer Marketing Awards (CBMAs) to recognize the art behind the beer. Craft beer lovers and marketing gurus themselves, it wasn't difficult to know that this was needed within the craft beer industry. Meet Jim and Jackie Starting in the marketing field decades ago, Jim has long since been a fan of craft beer, and it made sense to jump i...

Griffin Claw Brewing Company, located in Birmingham and Rochester Hills, Michigan, was founded in 2013. Focusing on all things craft, including beer, spirits, ciders, and food, they are also well aware that these are just the beginning.  This is their story of a worldwide open-ended beer collaboration created to raise awareness for individuals with Down syndrome. A craft beer recipe, so to say, on...

When beer and Montana run in your blood and you are passionate about art and history, there's only one thing you can do. Open a Montana beer and brewery museum. And that is exactly what Steve "Bubs" Lozar did. Meet Steve "Bubs" Lozar His great grandfather was the first in his family to come to Montana from Slovenia in 1887, and as they say, the rest is history. Of course, there...