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CBoTB- Key Brewing Company: Diamonds & Domes
In previous episodes I’ve talked about how one of my favorite things about Craft Beer is its capacity to be hyper-local, and something that can connect a community. Few...
CBoTB- Career Profile: Phil Rhudy Part II
Last week we heard the first part of a look at the career of Phil Rhudy, the owner of Independent Brewing Company. We heard how Phil got his start...
CBoTB- Career Profile: Phil Rhudy Part I
As I continue to learn as much as I can about the world of Craft Beer, I’m quickly realizing that the people behind the scenes at your favorite local...
CBoTB- Career Profile: Greg McGrath Part III
Last week, we heard part two of the story of long-time brewer, Greg McGrath, currently brewing at Inverness Brewing. We left off with Greg’s arrival at Inverness Brewing, and...
CBoTB- Career Profile: Greg McGrath Part II
Last week, we heard the first part of the story of long-time brewer, Greg McGrath, currently brewing at Inverness Brewing. We left off when Greg actually decided to step...
CBoTB- Career Profile: Greg McGrath Part I
In starting my craft beer journey, it seemed like the best place to start would be by talking to someone who has seen and done it all in the...
CBoTB- Introducing the new Craft Beer Guy…Matt Weitzel!
Jefferson: When we started this Craft Beer on The Bay feature in May of 2014, the idea was to celebrate one of the many gifts in life, in this...
CBoTB- Hopkins Farm Brewery Part III
This week, in Part III of the Hopkins Farm Brewery story, Co-Founder and Brewmaster, Aaron Hopkins, tells us about the construction of the brewery, the Hopkins Farm Brewery team...
CBoTB- Hopkins Farm Brewery Part II
Last week, Hopkins Farm Brewery Co-Founder and Brewmaster, Aaron Hopkins, told us about the beginning days of his brewing career where a book-signing event with Dogfish Head Brewing’s Sam...
CBoTB- Hopkins Farm Brewery Part I
A little over four years ago, while visiting Phil Rhudy at Independent Brewing Company in Bel Air, I met Aaron Hopkins, Independent’s head brewer at the time. During our...
CBoTB- Firestone Walker’s Double Mind Haze
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Firestone Walker Brewing Company, an outstanding brewery located in Paso Robles, California. Adam Firestone and David Walker, two brothers-in-law in Los Olivos,...
CBoTB- Pumpkin Jack Flash from Double Groove Brewing
Back in mid-August, I spent a late afternoon with Double Groove Brewing Co-Founders Mark and Lisa Moody and their new partner, Kyle Waters. We talked about how the brewery...
CBoTB- Lone Oak Brewing Part II
Last week, Lone Oak Farm Brewing owners Ralph and Ryan Mollet and Chris and Charlie Miller told the story of how the brewery came to be. This week, Ralph,...
CBoTB- Lone Oak Farm Brewing Part 1
This is the tale of Lone Oak Farm Brewing. Four men. Four careers. One brewery. Lone Oak Farm Brewing is situated on a 28 acre farm in Olney,...
CBoTB- Hops & Harvest Festival
Like you, I’ve been waiting for news that craft beer events are again being planned or even already set to go. Well, that moment has finally arrived! Next...
CBoTB- The Wide World of IPAs!
When I first started drinking IPAs, the were commonly identified on bottle labels and menus as India Pale Ales. The beer style was created by English brewers in the...
CBoTB- Blind Taste Test of Southern Tier’s Pumking
‘Tis the season for… pumpkin ales! And every year, I have to talk about the one pumpkin ale that is far and away my favorite in this style! ...
CBoTB- Doble Groove Brewing Pt. 2
Last week, Double Groove Brewing Co-Founder and Owner, Mark Moody, told us about his brewing background and the formation of the brewery. Mark and his wife, Lisa Moody, opened...
CBoTB- Double Groove Brewing Pt. 1
It was a little over a year-and-a-half ago when Double Groove Brewing opened its doors in Forest Hill for the first time. January 22, 2020 was a big day...
CBoTB- Nimble Giant from Troegs Independent Brewing
About 25 years ago, as craft beer was beginning to grow beyond, what was then, a very few select breweries nationwide, a new brewery was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania...
CBoTB- Maui Brewing Company
We all have things we want to do someday. You have your list and I have mine. For no particular reason, I never considered going to Hawaii as something...
CBoTB- Big Truck Farm Brewery- The Beer
Last week, Big Truck Farm Brewery Founder, Kip Fulks told us about how the brewery came to be and the concepts and work that went into the construction of...
CBoTB-Big Truck Farm Brewery-How It Started
We are living in a wonderful time for enjoying craft beer. We can enjoy great beer in our home, on a visit to a brewery, in our favorite pub,...
CBoTB- Barrel-Aged Old Rasputin
Summertime isn’t a time that I naturally gravitate toward drinking stouts, but it’s a style that I’ve always enjoyed, regardless of the time of year. Like you, I typically...
CBoTB- Tripping Animals & Burley Oak Collaboration!
As you might know from listening to 100.7 The Bay, Huber and I are crazy craft beer enthusiasts. And when we each find something that’s really good, we always...
CBoTB- Deep Fake Non-Alcoholic Beer
Last Friday, I received an unexpected piece of mail here at the radio station: a three-inch high, 12-inch square box. When I opened it, I found another box inside...
CBoTB-Taste Test on Two New IPAs
One of the aspects of the craft beer adventure that I’ve always enjoyed is the discovery of amazing new beers. Like you, I’ve had times when I bought something...
CBoTB-Checkerspot Brewing’s 2020-2021 Pivot
As you now know, Checkerspot Brewing celebrated their 3rd Anniversary last weekend. I spent time with Checkerspot Brewing’s three Co-Owners last week to talk about the dramatic changes they...
CBoTB: Checkerspot Brewing’s 3rd Anniversary
It was almost three years ago, June 30, 2018, when Checkerspot Brewing opened its doors to thirsty craft beer lovers. So now it’s time for a party! Checkerspot Brewing...
CBoTB: Beer Flights
One of the cool aspects of most brewery taprooms is that there are a lot of different beers on draft. Whether you’ve been drinking craft beer for years, or...
CBoTB: Profile: Joe Gold, from Lacrosse to Beer – Part II
Last week, in Part I of this profile on Baltimore beer legend Joe Gold, Joe shared the story of his journey to England in the early 80’s to teach...
CBoTB: Profile: Joe Gold, from Lacrosse to Beer – Part I
As I’ve traveled through my craft beer journey, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some amazing people in the craft beer industry. One of those amazing people is Joe...
CBoTB: Ten Eyck Brewing
Back in mid-November, I received a phone call from a Scott Campbell asking if I’d consider doing a Craft Beer on The Bay feature on Ten Eyck Brewing, a...
CBoTB-Profile: Bob Simko, now at The R-Bar at R-House
The craft beer industry is filled with so much great talent: brewers, owners, servers, managers, sales people and… well, the list goes on. What all of these people have...
CBoTB: Maine Blueberry Ale from UFO
About five years ago, a trend began in craft brewing where brewers were beginning to offer beers that were unfiltered—beers where the yeast is intentionally left in the beer. ...
CBoTB: The White Oak Tavern
It was just ten years ago when sister and brother Clare and Peter Frey started to talk about opening their own restaurant. With years of experience in the restaurant...
CBoTB: Double Mind Haze from Firestone Walker
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Firestone Walker Brewing Company, an outstanding brewery located in Paso Robles, California. Adam Firestone and David Walker, two brothers-in-law in Los Olivos,...
CBoTB: Hopkins Farm Brewery-Part II
Last week, Hopkins Farm Brewery Co-Founder and Brewmaster, Aaron Hopkins, told us about the beginning days of his brewing career where a book-signing event with Dogfish Head Brewing’s Sam...
CBoTB: Hopkins Farm Brewery – Part I
A little over four years ago, while visiting Phil Rhudy at Independent Brewing Company in Bel Air, I met Aaron Hopkins, Independent’s head brewer at the time. During our...
CBoTB: Ballast Point Brewing
It was the summer of 2012, about a year after I started working at 100.7 The Bay, and I got a call from a friend from San Diego who...
CBoTB: Evolution Craft Brewing
Let’s zoom back 13 years. It’s late 2008 on the Eastern Shore, near Salisbury, and rumors are circulating that a craft brewery might be opening. This was especially big...
CBoTB: St. Patrick’s Day at Sean Bolan’s
As we are so well aware, a year and a day ago, the spread of the coronavirus disease was declared a pandemic. Over the following days, weeks and, ultimately,...
CBoTB: Oliver Brewing’s Head Brewer, Steve Jones-Part II
Last week, Oliver Brewing’s Steve Jones, filled us in on how he got started in brewing and then, ultimately, became the Head Brewer for Oliver. In this Part II...
CBoTB: Profile: Oliver Brewing’s Head Brewer, Steve Jones-Part I
Oliver Brewing has been brewing beer in Baltimore for 28 years, the longest operating craft brewery in Maryland. I spent some time with Steve Jones, Oliver Brewing’s Head Brewer,...
CBoTB: Gunpowder Falls Brewing
As the amazing world of craft beer keeps growing and changing, we not only get to enjoy new craft beer, but we also get to enjoy recipes that have...
CBoTB: Stouts
While it’s hard to know exactly what St. Patrick’s Day will be like this year, it’s still a day to celebrate life! And this year, like every year, I...
CBoTB: Barleywine
Wintertime in Baltimore. Snow on the ground. Icy winds. Bitter cold. And the perfect time to drink a Barleywine. If you’re not familiar with Barleywine, it’s simply another...
CBoTB: Nugget Nectar from Troeg’s Independent Brewing
Well, here we are in the dead of winter with sub-freezing temperatures, bitter cold winds, and snow in the forecast. So how do we stay warm? Extra layers of...
CBoTB: A Brief Look at Baltimore’s Brewing History
Craft beer’s explosive popularity is being driven by people of all ages with one thing in common: a desire to drink amazing beer. The tremendous variations on each style,...
CBOTB: Hipster IPA from Iron Hill Brewing
When Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant opened their first location in 1996 in Newark, Delaware, it was the realization of a dream for Kevin Finn, Mark Edelson and Kevin...