The DC Beer Show

In this episode, Rob Tod shares the fascinating history of Allagash Brewing, from its humble beginnings to its status as a craft beer pioneer. We delve into the company's innovative brewing practices, barrel-aging adventures, and commitment to community and education. Whether you're a beer enthusiast or industry veteran, Rob's insights will inspire your own brewing journey. Key Topics: The origins...

In this episode, Jake, Mike, and Brandy chat with Matt Furda from Mayan Monkey Brewing, diving deep into the world of craft beer, particularly focusing on unique ingredients like heirloom corn. The conversation kicks off with everyone's current beer se...

In this episode, Jake, Mike, and Brandy chat with Matt Furda from Mayan Monkey Brewing, diving deep into the world of craft beer, particularly focusing on unique ingredients like heirloom corn.  The conversation kicks off with everyone's current beer selections, highlighting a variety of Mexican-style lagers. As the discussion unfolds, Matt shares insights into his brewing process, emphasizing the...

In this episode, we welcome Jessica Sidman, Food Editor at Washingtonian, to discuss the latest trends in the DC food and drink scene. They explore the importance of supporting local breweries, the challenges facing restaurants and bars, and the rise o...

In this episode, we welcome Jessica Sidman, Food Editor at Washingtonian , to discuss the latest trends in the DC food and drink scene. They explore the importance of supporting local breweries, the challenges facing restaurants and bars, and the rise of neighborhood bars.  The conversation also touches on the significance of food trucks and the community's engagement with local establishments. Th...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, Jake, Mike, and Brandy welcome guests Peeter Keek and Martin Vahtra from Pohjala Brewery in Estonia. They discuss the rich history of Baltic Porters, the brewery's production techniques, and the unique flavors achie...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, Jake, Mike, and Brandy welcome guests Peeter Keek and Martin Vahtra from Pohjala Brewery in Estonia. They discuss the rich history of Baltic Porters, the brewery's production techniques, and the unique flavors achieved through barrel aging. The conversation also touches on the craft beer culture in Estonia, the challenges of educating consumers about craft beer...

The hosts discuss their current beer selections, upcoming events in the local beer community, and the beer of the month. They delve into industry news, including recent (failed) mergers and acquisitions, and explore the dynamics of local breweries and ...

The hosts discuss their current beer selections, upcoming events in the local beer community, and the beer of the month. They delve into industry news, including recent (failed) mergers and acquisitions, and explore the dynamics of local breweries and their community engagement. The conversation also touches on the future of craft beer, market trends, and the significance of Baltic Porter Day, wit...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts engage in conversation with Randy Mills from Burnish Brewing, discussing a range of topics, including unique beer choices, the brewing process, seasonal beers, and the importance of community support in th...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts engage in conversation with Randy Mills from Burnish Brewing, discussing a range of topics, including unique beer choices, the brewing process, seasonal beers, and the importance of community support in the brewing industry. Randy shares insights about his brewing philosophy, the challenges of running a brewery, and the significance of collaboration i...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show! This episode brings some extra sparkle as our hosts sit down with special guest Dave Infante, the freshly crowned 2025 North American Guild of Beer Writers best business writing category winner. Our hosts ditch their u...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show! This episode brings some extra sparkle as our hosts sit down with special guest Dave Infante, the freshly crowned 2025 North American Guild of Beer Writers best business writing category winner. Our hosts ditch their usual "What's in your glass?" opener in favor of a midday roundup of recent brews, like Dave Infante's nonalcoholic Hoplark hop water (scored from a...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about various craft beers, focusing on the unique offerings from Blindhouse Beer Company in Roanoke. Tyler Wert, the brewer, shares insights into the mixed-culture fermentatio...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about various craft beers, focusing on the unique offerings from Blindhouse Beer Company in Roanoke. Tyler Wert, the brewer, shares insights into the mixed-culture fermentation process, the importance of balancing acidity in beer, and the challenges of maintaining flavor consistency across batches.  The conversation also...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts discuss the upcoming Wanderland event organized by the Brewers Association of Maryland, emphasizing the importance of supporting local breweries and fostering a family-friendly environment. They examine th...

In this episode of the DC Beer Show, the hosts discuss the upcoming Wanderland event organized by the Brewers Association of Maryland, emphasizing the importance of supporting local breweries and fostering a family-friendly environment. They examine the changing trends in craft beer consumption, the role of music and entertainment at events, and the legislative hurdles faced by Maryland breweries....

In this conversation, Greg Engert discusses the upcoming Snallygaster festival, its significance for local breweries, and the evolving landscape of import beers. He highlights the importance of local food sourcing, the training of veteran farmers, and ...

In this conversation, Greg Engert discusses the upcoming Snallygaster festival, its significance for local breweries, and the evolving landscape of import beers. He highlights the importance of local food sourcing, the training of veteran farmers, and the festival's role as a major fundraiser for Arcadia Farm. Engert also shares insights on the feedback from previous festivals, the diverse serving...

Join us as we return from our summer break with Episode 216 of the DC Beer Show! We're live from Casa de Brandy, diving into the world of craft beer with a special focus on Oktoberfest and the inspiring women in the brewing community. Highlights: Beer ...

Join us as we return from our summer break with Episode 216 of the DC Beer Show! We're live from Casa de Brandy, diving into the world of craft beer with a special focus on Oktoberfest and the inspiring women in the brewing community. Highlights: Beer Tasting: Jake, Brandy, and the team share their current favorites, including a double dry hop pilsner and a Vienna lager.  Spotlight on Women: Celeb...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hub for all things craft beer across DC, Maryland, and Virginia! This episode, we welcome Tasha Dixon from Ardent Craft Ales in Richmond, Virginia, for a lively conversation packed with brewing insights, local fla...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hub for all things craft beer across DC, Maryland, and Virginia! This episode, we welcome Tasha Dixon from Ardent Craft Ales in Richmond, Virginia, for a lively conversation packed with brewing insights, local flavor, and community celebrations. The show kicks off with the crew sharing what’s in their glasses—expect shout-outs to Trillium’s foeder-aged lager,...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hop-forward source for all things craft beer in the DMV! This episode finds our dynamic crew—Jake, Mike, Brandy, and Jordan—diving headfirst into the fascinating world of hops and modern brewing with special guest...

Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hop-forward source for all things craft beer in the DMV! This episode finds our dynamic crew—Jake, Mike, Brandy, and Jordan—diving headfirst into the fascinating world of hops and modern brewing with special guest Shana Solarte, Marketing Communications Manager at John I. Haas. Kicking off with the usual “what’s in your glass?” roundtable, the hosts compare n...