Indianapolis, Indiana: Sitting high on my bar stool I looked around the humble taproom. Distressed brick walls were decorated with hip metallic signs, chrome tables lined the floor and a vintage bicycle hung from the ceiling. Glass growlers lined far shelves, and a little plastic hula girl rocked her hips on top of the row… [Read More]
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An Arsenal, a Navy Yard and Potential Grizzlies at Bluejacket
Washington, District of Columbia: The sun was high in the sky when I arrived in Washington D.C.’s famous Navy Yard. Passing through the double glass doors of Bluejacket I was shocked by how busy it was for being so early on a weekday. I did a lap passed occupied booths, a long crowded bar, and… [Read More]
Drinking Local: No Nonsense Beer at Tow Yard Brewing Company
Indianapolis, Indiana: The afternoon sun beat down, seemingly making the red brick of Tow Yard Brewing Company glow in the heat. Rays reflected and bounced off of chrome stools and metallic seating. The brewery appeared to shine like a beacon in the spring Indiana heat. Taking a seat on the brewery’s modest patio I stared… [Read More]
Ghosts, Cornhole, and Brews: Celebrating Cincinnati Beer Revival at Rhinegeist
Cincinnati, Ohio: A light drizzle spit a mist of tiny droplets into my face as I exited the taxi and stepped out onto the sidewalk of Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine district. A neighborhood rich with the city’s history of beer. At the turn of the 19th century the area was home to over thirty breweries. Many of… [Read More]
3 Stars Brewing Company: Sampling Sours and Collabs in DC’s Urban Farmhouse
Washington, District of Columbia: Walking up the steps towards the entrance of 3 Stars Brewing Company my expectations were high. The Washington City Paper twice named 3 Stars, DC’s Best Local Brewery. On top of this honor 3 Stars was known for its creative, forward thinking creations, particularly in the realm of barrel aged sours…. [Read More]
Laid Back Cafe Meets Hip Brewery: Dropping in on Brite Eyes Brewing Company
Kalamazoo, Michigan: The first thing that hit me was the smell. It didn’t smell like your typical brewery. The familiar scent of hops was there but it was mixed with a lot more. The aroma of fresh coffee grounds, green tea leaves, and steamed milk all wafted through the air of one of Kalamazoo’s smallest… [Read More]
Grown On Great Beer in the Queen City: A Celebration at Mad Tree Brewing Company
Cincinnati, Ohio: I had touched down in Cincinnati on an auspicious day. Since the moment I started conversing with my Uber driver, shuttling me downtown from the airport until I started making the rounds amongst local breweries, there was a buzz in the air. Today was the grand opening of Mad Tree’s new taproom. Getting… [Read More]
Come Together: A Winning Model at Bear Roots Brewing Company
Vista, California: “Give it a try.” Terry, one of Bear Roots Brewing Company’s co-owners said, pushing a taster glass of a dark brew towards me. “Been aging about two and a half months now.” he said, raising his own glass to his lips. “Still has about four more months to go.” I was getting a… [Read More]
Exploring America One Beer at a Time: Road Trippin’ with 50 West Brewing Co.
Cincinnati, Ohio “Well check that out.” Quinten, my Uber driver said as we turned off of Route 50. Pulling up to 50 West Brewing Company Quinten had his eye on an old Volkswagen bus. Two toned, bright orange and white with the 50 West logo embossed on the side the bus was a welcome and… [Read More]
Beer for the Ages: Living Up to the Hype at Stone Brewing Company
Escondido, California: I turned twenty one while living in Vermont. I remember being able to actually go to the liquor store and choose a beer I wanted rather than just take what was handed to me. Out of all the local options that graced the shelves I remember one craft powerhouse that was always present. Stone…. [Read More]
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