Brews Rock

If you’re here, there’s a pretty good chance you like craft beer. If you like craft beer, there’s an even greater chance you’ve heard of Duck Rabbit. This week, we braved Tropical Storm Ophelia and took a trip to Farmville, NC (yes, Farmville is a real place!) to talk to Paul Phillipon, owner and founder, about what it takes to create a craft beer brand that stands the test of time.  From Philosop...

Come grab a seat at Linda’s with Adrienne, Jeff, and Beau from the Brews Rock Team as we talk about our journey over the past nine months of running the podcast! We’ve got some exciting new ideas and projects in the works, as well as behind the scenes stories and lots of laughs.  Keep in touch with us on Instagram to hear more about what’s to come over the next few months. We’d love to hear feedba...

As we savor the last few days left of summer, we have for you one final entry from Jeff’s Florida Adventure! This episode, Jeff grabbed a spot at the bar with Huston Lett, co-founder and head brewer at Bastet Brewing, a Tampa beer scene staple for connoisseurs of the unique and non-traditional (although if you like to keep it classic, they’ve got you covered there too with 24 taps!). Huston and To...

Join us for week two of Jeff’s Summer Adventure! This week, we’re taking you to lovely Ybor, Florida to hang out over a few beers with Gary Kost, Ken Foutch, and Derrick Gough from Coppertail Brewing Co.  What started as a childhood cryptid created by owner Kent Bailey’s daughter evolved through the years into the award winning and forever mystical brewery (complete with a functioning confessional...

This week we’ve got the first of three interviews from Jeff’s summer adventure to Tampa, Florida! Join him at Tampa Bay Brewing Company as he shares some delicious beers with Ben Plant, Lead Brewer, and Cassidy Stow, Marketing Manager.  We learned a lot from our new Gulf Coast friends, from experimental beers & Thiolized yeast, to White Lab certifications and NBAA education opportunities. Cass...

Join us this week on Brews Rock as we sit down with Israel Allen, co-owner and operator of Gate City Growlers, a Greensboro bottle shop in the heart of Midtown with a focus on craft beer and cultivating community.  Israel and his brother Durham Knight bought the 8-year-old bottle shop from its previous owners in February of this year. They knew they wanted to keep the concept the same, but hoped t...

Join us for another episode of Brews Rock as we chat with Rick Benfield, VP of Sales and Marketing at Blue Blaze Brewing. Rick's brewing journey began in '95 with the Carolina Brewmasters, a local homebrew club. From member to president, he's been an integral part of its growth. Discover Blue Blaze Brewing's love for the outdoors and the meanings behind Appalachian Trail blazes. Le...

Join us this week for a very special round table discussion with Hanna and Tiffany, the chapter co-chairs, and Molly, the scholarship liaison from the Pink Boots Society’s Greensboro chapter! We talk about learning moments, challenging the status quo in the workplace, and the perks of being a Pink Boots member. Speaking of membership perks, Pink Boots Greensboro is hosting the 6th Annual Bière De...

Welcome to Brews Rock, the ultimate podcast for craft beer enthusiasts! Join us as we sit down with Carson Coatney and Tim Herdklotz, the co-founders of Booneshine Brewing Co. in Boone, NC. In this episode, we uncover the story of how Booneshine Brewing Co. came to life. It all started with a serendipitous meeting at a local yogurt shop, leading to a game-changing decision – to create a High Count...

Join us on this week's Brews Rock as we venture to Red Clay Ciderworks in Charlotte, NC, for an entertaining chat with Sales Manager Jonathon Repholz. Hailing from Michigan, Jonathon was handpicked by owners Jay and Deanna Bradish to lead their front of house team, eventually taking on the sales role as the cidery expanded its distribution area. Fun fact: Red Clay Ciderworks was the pioneering...

Welcome to Brews Rock! This week, we're delving deep into the world of craft beer with none other than Matt Hayes, the brilliant mind behind Foothills Brewing's exceptional creations. Get ready for an insightful and engaging conversation that will quench your thirst for knowledge and leave you thirsty for more! Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of Matt's career in brewing,...

Welcome to another episode of Brews Rock as we venture back to Wilmington, where we meet the extraordinary owners and co-founders of Panacea Brewing Company, Robin and Artie Hill. Prepare to be captivated by their inspiring story of passion, perseverance, and the delightful world of kombucha. Join your hosts, Beau and Adrienne, as we dive deep into the heartwarming narrative of Panacea Brewing Com...

Join us on an exciting journey to Wilmington as we explore the world of Bill's Brewing Company, a remarkable family-owned and operated brewery nestled within the Musser family business complex. In this episode, we sat down with some incredible individuals who play a pivotal role in the success and charm of this beloved brewery. First up, we had the pleasure of chatting with Jim Deaton, the est...

Join us this week as we sit down with Melissa Wallace, the brilliant mind behind Hops and Nuts and Sippin Snax, an ingenious craft snack company that specializes in purposefully crafted nuts designed to complement your favorite adult beverages. Discover how Melissa and her wife identified a gap in the brewery scene, where the absence of satisfying snacks was sending patrons straight to "Too-T...

Join us in this exciting episode of Brews Rock as we sit down with Ryan Self, the Director of Sales and Business Operations at Triple C Brewing Company in Charlotte, NC. Ryan's journey from journalism to the craft brewing world is a fascinating one, and his passion for beer and community shines through in every aspect of his work. With numerous award-winning beers under their belt, Triple C&#3...

Tune in for our chat with Larry Suggs & Andy Schools, the masterminds behind Humbug. Discover their passion for craft cocktails, community engagement, and creating unforgettable experiences. From pop-up sensation to a full-blown "bartender’s playground" in Villa Heights, they're making mixology approachable. Learn how they train future tastemakers, curate the perfect playlist, an...

Join us on an exciting episode of Brews Rock as we dive into the world of Cavendish Brewing Company. Our special guest, Scott Cavendish, shares his incredible journey from turbine engineer to brewery owner, bringing Old World style brews to Downtown Gastonia, NC. Experience the transformation of an old Studebaker dealership into an extraordinary brewery, complete with a brewing room slash party zo...

Welcome to Brews Rock, your ultimate guide to the world of craft beer and the community behind it! This week, we're shining a spotlight on Elkin, NC, as we sit down with the incredible Meredith Gotz, head brewer and co-owner of Angry Troll Brewing. Nestled in a transformed tobacco warehouse, Angry Troll is not just a craft brewery, but a vibrant community hub that locals and tourists flock to....

This week we’re heading back out to Little Oblivion Brewing in Graham, NC to brew “Chuck Shine,” a hazy pale ale brewed with Galaxy hops and Kveik yeast in collaboration with Chuck Mountain for the release of their single “Moonshine.” We’re taking you along to show what brewing craft beer entails, from water chemistry to sparging, and bath tubs to yeast cows. Come along, and see how the pros do it...

Come join Brews Rock this week as we hit the road to take you live on the scene at the NC Brewers and Music Festival in Huntersville, NC. We talked to brewers and brewery reps from around the Carolinas, and heard from a few festival-goers about their favorite beers from the festival. There were a handful of award-winning craft beers we got to try while we were out, and we’ll be the first to say th...

Get ready to rock your taste buds with this week's episode of Brews Rock! We took a trip to Lexington, NC to meet up with John Clowney, the Co-Founder and CEO of Bull City Ciderworks. With a background in finance and real estate, John has a unique perspective on crafting ciders that is sure to impress. In this juicy episode, we talk about the history of ciders in America and why it's cruci...

Looking for some inspiration to make a difference in your community? Look no further than this week's episode of Brews Rock! Our guest, USMC veteran Jake Abell from Scuffle Hill, left the craft beer mecca of San Diego to open Collinsville's first brewery and create something special in his hometown. With the support of his dad, who helped ignite Jake's home brewing passion, Jake is on...

On this episode of Brews Rock, we had the pleasure of interviewing Stuart Barnhart, one of the owners of Fiddlin' Fish brewery in Winston Salem. Stuart shared how having a brewery within walking distance helps them share not only customers but also ingredients. Stuart talked about their canning line, hosting events, and how they stick to traditional recipes while letting their imaginations run...

Welcome to Brews Rock, the podcast that brings you the inside scoop on all things craft beer. In this episode, we sit down with Kate Reece, the founder of Reece Bottle and Canning, a family-owned canning business based in Winston Salem, NC that's been helping craft breweries can their beers for years. Join Sammi, Jeff, and Beau as they chat with Kate about the other side of brewing, from the i...

Welcome to Brews Rock, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of beer and the people who make it happen. In this episode, we sit down with Joel McClosky, the CEO and co-founder of Four Saints Brewing Company in Asheboro, North Carolina. Joel gives us the lowdown on the business side of brewing beer and shares the brewery's philosophy of sticking to the classics that will never go out of...