Blake's Craft Beer Podcast

In this episode, I revisited Samuel Adams Taproom in Cincinnati to talk with Keith McEly, General Manager of Samuel Adams Taproom. We discussed Oktoberfest and Zinzinnati happening this weekend.

Welcome to episode 82 and another Thirsty Thursday edition of my podcast. This episode was very special to me; I was invited by Sara Fite, founder of Drive Hope for Suicide Prevention. She began this in 2022, following the loss of her brother in 2021. This year, for charity, she teamed up with six breweries to create a collab beer, starting at Loose Ends Brewing. We met at South Ridge Brewing with...

Welcome to Episode 80. In this episode, I visited with John Haggerty and Nick Bowman at Warped Wing in Dayton, Ohio. They appeared on my 11th episode about Warped Wing's history, 39 Whiskey Rebellion 2024, and Nick was part of the 2024 Dayton panel. We discussed many of their new beers, growth in Columbus, and the current state of craft beer.

Welcome to Episode 79. In this episode, I return to talk with Alex Rhinehart at Southridge Brewing. I had him on Episode 66 when Southridge Brewing was finishing up construction of his brewery. He opened in late June and introduced new beers, so I had to go back to taste them, and he didn't disappoint.

Welcome to Episode 79. If you're confused about whether we went back in time or skipped the weekend and it's Monday again, don't worry, it's not. This is a special release of a Thirsty Thursday edition. In this episode, I talked with Carly Witmer, owner of Craft Event Bar Collective, Cherry Street Bottle Shop, and Cocktail Kitchen in my hometown of Troy, Ohio. We discussed her jour...

Welcome to episode 78. In this episode, I sat down with a couple of people who have been on the podcast before. I talked with Brittany Frey and Ryan Blevins from Madtree Brewing. It was so much fun discussing the new beers they have been releasing, including Madtree Light.

Welcome to 77. In the last episode, I met Keith Robinson at Standardized Brewing, and before the show, he introduced me to the brewer, Mark Robinson, who was happy to join for an episode. I had a blast talking with him, and Keith was an awesome Co-Host.

Welcome to episode 76. In this podcast, I talked with Keith Robinson of Kilted Beer Reviews. It was great fun discussing craft beer with him and hanging out at Standerized Brewing in Lewis Center, Ohio. https://www.instagram.com/kilted_beer_reviews?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Welcome to 75. In this episode, I talked with Spencer Mapes. He is the Director at the U.S. Open Beer Championship. We discussed the history of the Open and all the different categories they run for the beer championships. We met at Sonder Brewing in Mason, Ohio, drinking a couple of beers that won medals this year. It was a fun conversation and a great learning experience about a beer competition...

Welcome to episode 74. In this episode, I returned to my hometown of Troy, Ohio. I talked with David and Heidi Peeples, owners of The Cellar by Bottle No. 121. They appeared on my very first podcast. They have done an amazing job growing this place, and it's been fun to watch the progress. On August 2nd, Warped Wing Brewing will release a special beer, Gary's Haze Craze IPA, exclusively av...

Welcome to Episode 74. In this episode, I caught up with the Gnarly Gnome to talk about everything he's been up to and what's going on in the Cincinnati craft beer scene.

Welcome to Episode 72. In this episode, I took a trip up to Cleveland for a vacation to check out their awesome craft beer scene. During my vacation, I decided to check in with Michael Williams, who was on episode 30. He gave me a tour of Great Lakes, and then we sat down and talked about their amazing beers coming out for stores and also what you can find in the taproom.

Welcome to Episode 71. In this episode, I talked with Jon Sicotte, a writer for the Brewer Magazine, who runs the Northwest Ohio Craft Beer News on Facebook. Here's the link for both of his places. https://www.facebook.com/NWOBeer https://thebrewermagazine.com/

Welcome to Episode 70. 70 is an exciting number, and thank you to all my listeners. I'm having so much fun, and more shows are coming your way. In this episode, I had Rob from Northeast Ohio Craft News. We talked about his page and everything happening in craft beer. Click the link and check out his amazing page. https://neocraftbrewerynews.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawK6bV1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBTQlJ...

Welcome to Episode 69! In this episode, I invited my friend Eric Burgasser from The Brewery Explorers to join me for a conversation with John Elafros from Schlafly Beer, the first craft brewery in St. Louis. Schlafly has been in operation since 1991, and it was a wonderful opportunity to learn more about them.

Welcome to Episode 68. In this Podcast, I caught up with John Loose with Loose Ends Brewing in Centerville, Ohio. He was on my 6th ever episode and hosted the 2024 Craft Beer Summit Dayton Panel. We talked about lagers, the state of craft beer, and beer festivals.

Welcome to Episode 67! In this episode, I returned to Third Eye Brewing to catch up with Kelly Montgomery, the head brewer. We discussed Third Eye Brewing approaching its 5-year mark, their World Cup medal, collaborations with Facebook groups, their incredible beers, and much more.

Welcome to episode 66. In this episode, I visited Wilmington, Ohio, to explore the up-and-coming brewery Southridge Brewing. I discussed what to expect from their atmosphere, food, and the types of beer they plan to offer. I had fun conversations with the owners: Jen Purkey, Brad Heys, and Alex Rhinehart. I'm very excited for them to open.

Welcome to epiosde 65. On this episode, I meet Sean Schlate, a Sales Rep for Southern Ohio Brewing. He worked at Mojos Bar &Grill and was on episode E27. We were at The Cellar in Troy, Ohio.

Welcome to Episode 64. In this episode, I was back in Columbus, Ohio, at Gemüt Biergarten talking with brewer Kayla McGuire. Had an amazing time drinking lagers and talking about their amazing place.

Welcome to Episode 63. In this episode, I'm still in Columbus, Ohio, at Seventh Son Brewing. I talked with Colin Castore, Co-owner of Seventh Son. Had a fun time catching up with him and all the exciting things they are making

Welcome to episode 62. I finally made it to Columbus, Ohio, for my first podcast in Columbus. I went to Wolf Ridge Brewing. I talked with Master Brewer Francis Kunkler and Head Brewer Harry Pendergrast. I had a fun time learning about them and tasting amazing beer.

Welcome to Episode 61. I went to Full Circle Brewgarden in Englewood, Ohio on this episode. I sat down with Greg Raps. He's been in the Dayton craft beer scene for 8 years. We talked about his journey in craft beer and tried some amazing beers.

Welcome to the 60th episode of Blake's Craft Beer podcast. On this episode, I had Adam Mills from Adam Makes Beer. We talked about history into beer and what he is doing now helping brewers in the craft beer industry. Click the link below on all the great things he does. https://youtube.com/@adammakesbeer?si=3t0ZYClGJwnXZFCZ

Welcome to Episode 59. I went to Hamilton, Ohio, to Municipal Brew Works. I talked with Co-owner James Goodman. Had some amazing conversations about his brewery and the history of Hamilton, Ohio.