craft brewing

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 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 113 – HMK Insurance – Todd Collins and Alan Pfizenmayer

This episode features Todd Collins and Alan Pfizenmayer of HMK Insurance.

HMK Insurance is located in Bethlehem, PA. The inception goes all of the way back to 1914. In the mid 1990’s they began to focus their attention on craft beverages. Tim Kurtz brought on a few local breweries. Today they have clients spread out across the United States. As insurance agents they help their clients and potential clients to be well informed about insurance.

610-868-8507 – tcollins@hmk-ins.com – Apfizenmayer@hmk-ins.com – www.hmk.aleragroup.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Meadcon2022

Brewers Association

Black Viking Brewing

Republic Restoratives

Funk Brewing Company

Hijinx Brewing Company

Five Maidens Craft Cider

Red Balloon

The Ferm Meadery

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 75 – Olde Bedford Brewing Company – Dave and Mary Heller

This episode features Dave Heller and Mary Heller of Olde Bedford Brewing Company.

Mary purchased Dave a Mr. Beer Kit. The first foray into home brewing was a success. To Mary’s surprise, it quickly developed from a hobby into an addiction to home brew. She thought that this would entertain Dave for a couple of months and he would move on. She had no idea that 7 years later that all of it would turn into a business. Olde Bedford Brewing is their “retirement job”. They even grow their own hops on their ranch. Quickly they developed followers of their beer and the brewery began to blossom from there. Passion drives the grain to glass philosophy. “Join the Whiskey Rebellion… drink beer” is their slogan. We had a tremendous time sitting down with Dave and Mary on the podcast. We learned so much about the history of Bedford, beer and the brewery. Take a side trip off the PA Turnpike and go visit them. You’ll be glad that you did.

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.

109 Railroad St, Bedford, PA 15522 –(907) 229-7942 – www.oldebbc.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Bedford Springs Resort

PA Farm ShowDancing Star Farms

Whiskey Rebellion

Bedford County Business Development

Bishop Guilfoyle

Penn State Hops Program

Mr. Beer Kit

American Whiskey Convention

Rosen Rye

Wholesome Living Marketplace

Fat Jimmy’s Bike Shop

Cannondale Bikes

Bedford Jeep

U.S. Navy

George Washington’s Mount Vernon Distillery

Delaware Valley Fields Foundation

Full Kilt Band

Big Spring Spirits

Episode 63 – Artillery Brewing Co. – Mike Loveless and Sean Naughton

This episode features Mike Loveless and Sean Naughton of Artillery Brewing Co.

Mike started as a home brewer in 2013. His wife didn’t enjoy the house smelling like a brewery any longer. Mike had spent his early life in Europe and had become enamored with the cannon and history. Paul Zippel is Mike’s partner and they went looking for a place to expand their home brewing expertise. Sean came on board in November of 2020. He brought his beer and science background to Artillery. The team has been satisfying beer fans since April 2021. Their journey is fascinating and this episode provides insight into their young experiences. By the quality and character of their beer, you’d swear that they have been opened for years.

We welcome Brewscuits as a 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.

333 Granite Alley, West Chester, PA 19380 – (484) 999-5976 – www.artillerybrewing.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

The Split Rail Tavern

Schaefer Beer

University of The Sciences

Matt Farber

Johnson & Wales University

Saison Dupont

Cannonball Run

Yards Brewing Co.

Forgotten Boardwalk Brewing Co.

Stolen Sun Craft Brewing and Roasting

West Chester, PA

Wrong Crowd Beer

Brown Bess Musket

Philly Sour Yeast

Episode 62 – Jack Fritz – Four Fingers Brewing Company

This episode features Jack Fritz of Four Fingers Brewing Company.

Jack has enjoyed craft beer from as early as he can remember trying his first beer. He introduced craft to his dad Ross. Ross began experimenting and brewing beer in his home. He was getting really good at it. So good in fact that they took the vacant space in a building that they own and opened Four Fingers Brewing Brewing Co. They swung open the doors in late January of 2020 just before the Covid restrictions went into place. The timing turned into a blessing in disguise. It has given them the time to hone their beer and dial in the process. This young craft brewery is producing some really fine beer.

We welcome Brewscuits as a 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.

4500 Aston Mills Rd, Aston, PA 19014 – (610) 241-1212 – www.fourfingersbeer.com – Facebook

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Highlights from our discussion:

Manbroso’s

Untappd

High Hopes Podcast

Philadelphia Phillies

Harry Kalas