UnCapped Podcast

While up in Pittsburgh Chris stopped by Dancing Gnome Beer to check out their new location and catch up with owner Andrew Witchey. We talked about adding the new location, Kolsch service, drinking while eating, and much more. We even learned what a krantz tray is. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by Roasthouse Pub and Idiom Brewi...

In this episode we are joined by Chris Burns from Old Ox Brewery and Brett Robison from Silver Branch Brewing Company. First we talked about the beginnings and history of Old Ox with Chris. After that we were joined by Brett to talk about the recently announced merger of the two breweries and what that means for the two brands moving forward. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instag...

During a recent trip to Pittsburgh we stopped by Hop Farm Brewing Company to talk to the founder, Matt Gouvens. We discussed the history of the brewery, how it has grown over the years, and the craft beer industry in general. We also talked about the Best Brunch Festival that Fueled By Hops will be putting on there over the weekend.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram...

We are releasing this weeks episode early so that you have a chance to listen before tickets go on sale Thursday. We checked in with our friends at Barrel Culture Brewing and Blending in Durham, North Carolina. Co founder Ethan Barbee fill us in on all the details for the upcoming Barrel Culture Invitation that takes place on October 15th. Tickets will go on sale this Thursday (5/5) at 11am. Keep...

This week we are joined by Gregory Dunkling, Director of the Business of Craft Beer Program at the University of Vermont. Greg filled us in on all of the details of this awesome program that teaches people how to run the business side of their brewery, from business plans to marketing. Check it out here —> https://learn.uvm.edu/program/business-of-craft-beer/ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Fo...

This week @hazeboiz helped me out with hosting duties as we interviewed Ryan Galiotto, the founder of Fueled By Hops . We talked about what Fueled By Hops is, how it got it's start, and what they do. Ryan filled us in on their upcoming festivals, and how he feels about Hootie and the Blowfish. There was also plenty of shenanigans and tomfoolery. Big thank you to Nick for the use of his dining room...

This week we talked Alfred Rotimi, the founder of Joyhound Brewing Company. We talked about how he is growing the brand while using a contract brewer, and his plans to open a physical brewery in the future. We also talked about were the name Joyhound came from and how hie IPA OBA pays homage to his heritage. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!&nbsp...

This week we head to Baltimore, Md to talk to Christa and Brian Mitchell, the founders of Pariah  Brewing Company. We talked about the beginning of the brewery, where its name came from, their newly opened Baltimore taproom, and how operating taprooms on opposite coasts will work. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by Roasthou...

This week we headed out to the Guinness Open Gate Brewery to talk to Sean Brennan (Head Brewer), Ryan Wagner (Guinness Ambassador), and Todd Perkins (Brewer). We talked about their Belgian Wit Bier which will be their newest regionally available beer, them celebrating their 1 millionth customer at the brewery, and their St. Patrick's Day celebrations. We also discussed the taproom they will be ope...

This week we talk to Jay Grey, the founder of Odd By Nature Brewing. We talked about the beginnings of the brewery and their popular outdoor restaurant, Food For Thought. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to eat a grilled cheese sandwich made with donuts, they have you covered. We also talked about how their collab with Coolio came to be. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris...

This week we talk to Mark Edelson (Founder & VP of Beer) and Peter Corbett (Head Brewer) from Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant. Mark walked us through their 25 year history from the first brewery and restaurant to their over twenty locations. We also talked about their focus on the importance of quality food and their success at medaling at GABF. Most recently winning gold for King's Gold, t...

This week we talked to our friend Adrien Widman, the founder of Ocelot Brewing Company in Sterling, Virginia. We talked about music, pinball, beer, and the history of Ocelot. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by Roasthouse Pub and Idiom Brewing Co. And supported by ACS - Brand My Beverage , Idiom Brewing Co. , District East , and&...

This week we talked to Paul Grenier, the co-founder and CEO of Mortalis Brewing Company . We talked about how Paul got into craft beer, how the brewery was started, were the name came from, collaborations,  and about craft beer in general. Make sure to keep an eye on their social media for details on the festival they will be hosting on July 2nd.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow...

This week we are joined by two "gentlemen" that run popular beer themed Instagram accounts. Hazeboiz (Rob) is a meme accounts that pokes fun at some of the absurdity that takes place in craft beer. Lorenzo the Beer Cat (Scott) is the Reel king, pairing cats and beer. We talk about the creation of their accounts, craft beer on Instagram, and general shenanigans. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Fol...

This week we are joined by Jim Bauckman to talk about the return of the Maryland Craft beer Festival. After a two year covid hiatus it will take place on Saturday May 14. We also talked about other events that will be put on by the Brewers Association of Maryland, the Maryland Distillers Guild, and the Maryland Wineries Association. Finally we talked about some breweries in planning and recently o...

This week we were joined by Miranda & Kyle Carbaugh, the founders of Wiley Roots Brewing Company. We talked about how they got into craft beer, the start of the brewery, the Colorado craft beer scene, and how things have changed over their 9 year history. We also learned that Kyle was a wiley one in his youth. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook...

This week we talk to Todd DiMatteo, one of the founders of Good Word Brewing & Public House. We talked about the founding of the brewery, some future plans, and craft beer in general. We also talked about their annual Little Beer Festival that will take place on Saturday April 9th.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by&n...

This week we talked to Ryan Garchinsky and Will Rivera, the co-founders of Beerscovery . We discussed how the idea for the app came to be, it's current functionality, and what they have in store for future updates. We also talked about the micro festival that they are putting on with Imprint Beer Co. on Saturday 2/ 12 named "Too Hot For Gram".   Click here to subscribe on iTunes Click here to...

This weeks episode feature Parker Olen (co-owner) and Weston Shepherd (Production Manager) from Mast Landing Brewing Company out of Westbrook, Maine. We talked about how they got into craft beer, the history of the brewery, and beer in general.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by Roasthouse Pub in Frederick.  And supp...

This week we catch up with our good friends from Cushwa Brewing Company before they celebrate their five year anniversary. Co-founders Garrett Chambers and Marcus Thomas refreshed us on Cushwa came to be, gave us all of the details for their amazing anniversary party, and talked about the craft beer industry in general. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Fa...

This week we talked to Mark Bjornstad, one of the co-funders of Drekker Brewing Company in Fargo, North Dakota. We talked about how the brewery came to be, were the name came from, their philosophy on beer, and their upcoming hotel and event hall. Mark also told us about the interesting story of Robert Asp and replica of the Gokstad Viking that he built.   Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Fol...

This week we talk to Stu Cozzens (CEO/Cofounder) and Zac Porter (Director of Sales & Marketing) from Schilling Beer Co. located in Littleton, New Hampshire. We talked about their absolutely delicious lagers, the founding of the brewery, and how it has grown over the years. We also discussed their annual Oktoberfest celebration and the various festivals they attend throughout the year. Subscrib...

This week we I talked to Dan Wade (Head Brewer/Cofounder) and Mikey Foster (Sales Manager) from Charlotte North Carolina based Wooden Robot Brewery. We talked about how the brewery was started, were the name came from, and their philosophy on beer. We also talked about the North Carolina craft beer scene in general. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebo...

This week we talk to Rachel Howard (Head Brewer) and Russel Tinsley (Founder) of Oozlefinch Beers & Blending as well as a soon to be launched venture named Nost Brewing Project. We discussed the Oozlefinch name, adjunct beers, Rachel path to becoming a brewer, and got the details on Nost. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow Chris on Instagram  Like us on Facebook!  Presented by R...

This week we talked to the co-founders of McClintock Distilling, Braeden Bumpers and Tyler Hegamyer. They first appeared on UnCapped on 5/8/17 so we decided to revisit the story of how McClintock came to be and were the name came from. We also discussed the various legal definitions on different spirits and distilling in general. Finally we discussed some upcoming spirit releases they have includi...