beer tasting

Episode 130 – The Whip Tavern – K.C. Kulp, Tim Baker and Brandon Wyatt

This episode features K.C. Kulp, Tim Baker and Brandon Wyatt of The Whip Tavern.

K.C. lost his job as an IT specialist at a major brokerage firm in NYC in 2003. He decided to purchase a biker bar and turned it into The Whip Tavern. K.C. always had a desire to be in the restaurant business. He opened the whip in 2005 and today it is a premier destination restaurant. A quiet little British style country pub with delicious food and a phenomenal beer and cider selection. The restaurant serves as much locally sourced food as possible. The atmosphere, the portions, the flavors, the energy and the amazing service all come together to make The Whip a special Gem. This should most certainly be on your bucket list to visit again and again and again.

1383 N Chatham Rd, Coatesville, PA 19320 – (610) 383-0600 – www.TheWhipTavern.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Syracuse University

Robert Burns

Guy Fawkes Day

Old Speckled Hen

Russian River Brewing

Goose Island Brewery

The Farm at Doe Run

Swarmbustin Honey

Duck Butts Meadery

For Fox Sake Cider

Big Hill Ciderworks

Cidercon

PA Farm Show

Innocent Gun

Episode 129 – von C Brewing Co. – Jay, Rick and Eric von Czoernig and Michael Froelich

This episode features Jay von Czoernig, Rick von Czoernig, Eric von Czoernig and Michael Froelich of von C Brewing Brewing Company. von C got started as a senior project for Jay while he attended North Eastern University.

This is when he wrote the business plan in 1993.

The von Czoernig family history of brewing goes back to 1860.

The lineage reaches back to Christian Schmidt who founded the largest brewery in Philadelphia.

Finally in 2020 they were ready to put that business plan into action.

Today what is retro is cool.

They brew the OG Pils which is their nod to the Schmidt’s legacy.

This is what helped to make Schmidt’s a household name.

At von C you get to drink brewing history… past , present and future.

We had such an amazing time with the Von C team.

Their story is as captivating as the memorabilia in the brewery.

However, the reason you come is for the incredible beer and lively energy.

Prost!

1210 Stanbridge St Suite 300, Norristown, PA 19401 – (484) 231-1501 – www.vonCBrewing.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Christian Schmidt Brewing Company

Adam Scheidt Brewing Company

McGillin’s Olde Ale House

Cousins Maine Lobster

Dogfish Head

Tree House Brewing Company

Thomas Hooker Brewing Co.

Darren Daulton Foundation

Episode 124 – 2SP Brewing Company – Mike Contreras

This episode features Mike Contreras of 2SP Brewing Company. 2SP was conceived in 2015.

Mike is the director of sales and marketing.

While he was working at Dogfish Head Brewing, the owner of 2 Stones Pub, Mike Stiglitz gave him a call.

He shared that he was thinking about starting a brewery.

He was already filling out his team with Bob Barrar, who at the time was already a highly decorated brewer.

It was an easy decision for Mike to come on board.

The focus has been to build a nice regional brewery that provides local beer for the community that they can be proud of.

Today, 2SP is the 10th largest brewery in PA, providing wonderful, flavourful, complex beer.

120 Concord Rd #101-103, Aston, PA 19014 – (484) 483-7860- www.2SPBrewing.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Dogfish Head Brewery

Iron Hill Brewery

Rogue Brewery

Evolution Craft Brewing

Wawa

Herman’s Coffee

Little Goat Coffee Roasting Co.

Rebecca Newman

Great American Beerfest

Episode 118 – Invertase Brewing Co. – Stephen, Karen and Steve Zolnay

This episode features Stephen , Karen and Steve Zolnay of Invertase Brewing Company.

When Stephen was 14 he bought his dad a homebrew kit for Father’s Day. Their first collaboration as father and son was a terrible pale ale that they made on the kitchen stove. That beginning experience got them hooked on making beer together. They graduated into making their own recipes, reading the books and talking shop with fellow homebrewers. They even grew their own hops in the backyard. It wasn’t long before the idea of starting their own brewery was conceived. This is a gem of a brewery that makes exceptional beer. It most certainly needs to be on your brewery bucket list. Just don’t ask Stephen what’s coming up next. The beer will tell him when it is ready.

51 N Broad St, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 – (908) 954-2022 – www.InvertaseBrewing.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Weyerbacher Brewing Company

Tree House Brewing Company

Samuel Adams

Cicerone

Manoff Market

Victory Brewing Company

The Big Fuss

Catoctin Creek Distilling Company

Pork Roll Palooza

Episode 115 – Kenwood Original – Matt Serra

This episode features Matt Serra of Kenwood Original.

Matt was working for Victory Brewing when the seed for a light beer option was planted. Looking at the craft beer landscape he believed there was void for a light beer. The idea for a Philly brand was born. His experience in sales and marketing is helping to launch a light beer that is packed with flavor. Kenwood Original is named for the street that Matt lived on for the first 15 years of his life. From the first iteration of the brand they knew they had something special.

www.KenwoodBeer.com – Instagram

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Highlights from our discussion:

Pints in the Square

Victory Brewing Company

Wrong Crowed Beer

Drexel Hill, PA

Sara Blakely

Doylestown Brewing Company

Mainstay Brewing

Slyfox Beer

Paulie Gees

Episode 110 – Obscurity Mead Hall and Cidery – Luke Goucher and Carson Souza

This episode features Luke Goucher and Carson Souza of Obscurity Mead Hall & Cidery.

Obscurity started with friends getting together and having a passion for beer. Carson had already been in the brewing industry for 10 years as a commercial brewer at a vegan brewery. Luke and Carson decided to get a little wild and play with mead as well. A adventure was born in the cornfields of the far west suburbs of Chicago. Mead was a challenge for Carson so he jumped right in. Luke and Carson flew around the country to check out some of the best mead makers and learn from their successes. This episode is a master class on brewing, fermenting and business. Obscurity is creating many tremendous expressions. Enjoy as we sample through their story.

21 S Main St, Elburn, IL 60119 – 630-320-2255 – www.drinkobscurity.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Meadcon 2022

Braggot

Viking Braggot Company

Episode 91 – Brewery Tours – Glenn Smith

This episode features Glenn Smith of Brewery Tours.

Brewery Tours is the ultimate craft beer experience. This started with Glenn creating something that he would like to go on. Going back 30 years he has enjoyed traveling around the country and experiencing small craft breweries. He enjoyed hearing the stories behind the beer. He found their stories to be powerful and unique. Brewery Tours was created in 2017 as a way to shine a spotlight on the amazing craft beer scene that was developing in South Central Pennsylvania. Grab your favorite beer and listen to how Glenn and his team do what they do best. And remember… Support your local brewery!

info@brewerytours.com – (717)660-0767 – www.ultimatecraftbeerexperience.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Dunderbak’s

York, PA

York County Ale Trail

Hanover, PA

Utz

Snyder’s of Hanover

Martin’s Potato Chips

Northern Central Railway

What’s Brewing PA

Joe Sixpack

Pennsylvania Bus Association

Maryland Motorcoach Association

Good Libations Trail

Adams County Pour Tour

Collusion Tap Works

Winding Path Brewing

Harris Family Brewery

Cincinnati’s Beer Barons

Ploughman Cider

Jack’s Cider

Old Republic Distillery

Episode 86 – The Munchy Machine – Ralph Kane, Sean Saccomandi, Steve Regosch

This episode features Ralph Kane, Sean Saccomandi and Steve Regosch of The Munchy Machine Food Truck

Ralph started the Munchy Machine Food Truck in July of 2018. Prior he worked on the Eat-a-pita Food Truck. He left the food truck life to become an instructor of Culinary Arts at a local high school. The excitement and the life called him back when he was able to purchase his old food truck. Sean is retired from the Navy. During his stint he cooked on naval vessels. Ralph and Sean grew up together and when he had an opening he called on his high school buddy. Sean got thrown into the fire. He positioned himself at the grill to cater and Octoberfest. He has been on board ever since. Steve met Ralph in 2009. They became instant friends. Steve got a call from Ralph because during Covid their business was taking off. Steve rounds out the Loose Noodles cast of characters. He brings his vast cooking expertise and creativity. Make sure you ask him for extra sour cream. On this podcast we discuss their food truck story, enjoy their amazing food and sample and discuss a few beers and a cider Fermented Adventure style.
Brewscuits is the sponsor of the podcast. Be sure to check them out at www.brewscuits.com. Type in Fermented Adventure at checkout to get 15% off your first order.

267-980-3424 – mymunchymachineft@gmail.com – www.munchymachine.com – Facebook

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Highlights From our Discussion:
Ship Bottom Brewing
2SP Brewing Company
von Trappe Brewing
Grandma’s Pirogies
Leidy’s Smoked Kielbasa
Awestruck Cider
Hi-Wire Brewing
FireFly
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival
Levante Brewing
Love City Brewing Company

Cheesesteak Adventure – 2SP Brewing

In this episode Jim Pappas of Philadelphia Cheesesteak Adventure joins us at 2SP Brewing Company. Jim was our guest on Episode 18. Jim still eats cheesesteaks on his quest to review 1000. Jim brought 2 cheesesteaks from On A Role in Media, PA. 2SP Brewing Company provided the venue and 5 incredible beers.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Valley Forge Beer and Cider Festival 2021

It was an amazing scene at The Greater Philadelphia Expo in Oaks on Saturday, December 4th. Over 2,300 beer and cider fans had their choice from over 40 breweries and cideries. There was even a winery too. The theme, of ugly sweaters, brought even more merriment to the party. Of course this made for some great people watching.

The lines moved quickly and there were certainly plenty of choices to please even the most discerning palate. It was great to see some old friends and make some new ones too. We enjoyed tasting an array of stouts, IPA’s, amblers and lagers. There were sweet ciders and dry ones. Fruit filled expressions and some most comparable to a fine wine.

Brewscuits was on hand for the dog lovers in the crowed. Uncle Alex was there from Phygit foods to make sure everyone had their pretzel necklaces. Franky-Deep was there to tantalize the hot sauce aficionados and the Jerky Hut had so many flavors it was not easy to choose. Oh, and the bacon. We can’t forget Bacon on a Stick That’s It. HOLY PORKAPALOOZA! We were glad that we didn’t miss Truly Pure & Natural with their hand crafted raw creamed honey.

The DJ kicked the vibe up a notch. The floor was packed with a cornucopia of laughter and movement doing line dancing and holding onto their glasses as they turned and twirled. Close by the sounds of axes striking the target made for its own melody.

As for us, we had a fantastic time interviewing the breweries, cideries and other vendors. It’s always fun for us to be educated and discover new flavors. Some close by and others from places that we can’t wait to visit.

We are looking forward to the next events produced by Starfish Junction. Keep an eye on their website, social media or sign up for their news letter to stay informed.

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Highlights From our Discussion:

Brother Monk Ciderworks

The Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery