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The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesA History of muck & mud inspires a great community brewery - A Visit with Great Black Swamp Brewing, Toledo OHCenturies ago, this part of the Midwest was a wild expanse of wet forest and marsh stretching across a million acres, and early settlers who slogged through the muck and mosquitoes called the place the Great Black Swamp. The swamp's history inspired flagship beers such as Mosquito Red Ale , Bullfrog Stout and Wild Duck IPA. I met with Andy and Tom and learned about Toledo's Great Black Swamp Brewery's history and commitment to making quality beer and creating community. The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. T...2025-04-1636 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesClassic European Styles with the charm of Midwest Main Street - Meet Primeval Brewing, Noblesville, INIn this episode I sat down with Nathan Compton and Tim Palmer, co-owners of Primeval Brewing as they celebrate their 5th year in Noblesville, Indiana, Primeval offers fresh examples of classic European beer styles, and a few surprises like the fruity pink "Peony Days" and the slightly smokey " Smokey Bones". Opening just months before the pandemic, Primeval went from lines around the block on opening day to shutdown to becoming a popular family friendly beer hall in the German tradition! The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating b...2025-03-2533 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpecial Sponsor Spotlight - A Conversation with Jan and Russ from TagaBrew USAIn this episode we visit with Jan and Russ Juliette, Co-owners of TagaBrew USA, our presenting sponsor. Hear how they are have built the nation's largest brewery trail and craft beer community, stretching from northern Michigan to the U.S Virgin Islands ! See the note below to find out how you can join in the fun! The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewsline.com/t...2025-02-1727 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesAmerican Beer History lives here...A visit with Anthony Megali at Terre Haute Brewing Company in the heart of IndianaAs one of the the original nine US brewing companies and the second oldest operating brewery in the country Terre Haute Brewing Company is combining classic beer styles with modern craft beer creations Served on 24 taps in the historic tap room and distributed throughout Central Indiana and Illinois. Listen in as Anthony Megali, Head of Brewery Operations, fills us in on the colorful history and bright future of Terre Haute Brewing Find out more at terrehautebrewingcompany.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. Tag...2025-01-2342 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesThe River runs through it..Kinda. A visit with Jared and Corey at Tip A Canoe Brews, Rochester, INAs they enter into their second year, Tip A Canoe Brews has built a strong following in Rochester, Indiana and beyond. What started as a group of life long friends using making beer as a social activity, has grown to a popular destination for beer lovers and their families. It isn't always easy but the Tip A Canoe Crew just keeps paddling! Learn more at tipacanoebrews.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from...2025-01-0747 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesFrom Mike's Mom's garage and garden to your glass - A visit with Northbrook Brewing, Acrardia, INJoin me as I visit with Northbrook Brewing’s co-Founder Andrew “Drew” Johnson. Listen in as Drew describes how the support of family, friends, and the community of Arcadia Indiana has helped him and co-founders, Mke Ringwalt and Jenny Longnecker, turn a passion into a place dedicated to hosting good people, drinking good beer. We are also joined by a special guest and receive a warning about not stepping on Mike's Mom's flowers. The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery...2024-10-2041 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSouthwest Florida journeyman brewer gets his own place - A visit to Kaleidoscope Beer Company, Naples, FLJoin me as I visit Naples, Florida's newest brewery, Kaleidoscope Beer Company. Owner and brewer William Vaughn Is no stranger to the Southwest Florida craft beer scene. He has applied his award-winning brewing skills at Fort Myers Brewing Company, Bone Hook Brewing, and Bury Me Brewing. Listen in as William shares his passion for brewing and rock n roll and his excitement for making Kaleidoscope a special place. You will also meet one of the brewery's newest fans. The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a...2024-09-2933 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesGetting Funky in the Rockies - A visit with Brad Lincoln of Funkwerks, Fort Collins ColoradoBrad Lincoln is a bit of an introvert, except when he's talking about beer and business. Join me in my conversation with Brad, co-founder of Funkwerks in Fort Collins, Colorado and get an insider's view into the Colorado beer industry, past, present and future. To learn more about Brad, his beers and his team go to funkwerks.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out t...2024-08-3142 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesThe sights, the smells, and the seasons all add up to great beer, A visit to River St Joe, Buchanan MILocated on the beautiful certified organic Flatwater Farms, River Saint Joe is a farmstead brewery destination. Join me as I visit with brewer Danny and get a taste of true farm to glass brewing in Southwest Michigan. Find out how a walk around the farm provides fresh ideas for fun beer. You can learn more here. The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com...2024-08-0326 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesBrewing On Main Street USA - A visit with Niles Brewing Company - Niles, MIOwners Brandon and Alyssa Townsley wanted to bring great local beer to their hometown. After some unfortunate attempts with investors, they decided to go it alone and found the perfect spot on Main Street, Niles Michigan. Since then they have created a variety of creative ways to build their customer base and help downtown Niles' resurgence as great small town destination just north of the Indiana Michigan border Enjoy my visit with brewer/owner Brandon on a hopping Friday night. To learn more visit nilesbrewing.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the na...2024-07-2841 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesA new era for one of Indy's OG breweries- A visit with Beppe Cuello at Fountain Square Brewing IndianapolisFountain Square Brewing opened on January 21, 2012. Brewer Beppe Cuello and his service-industry-veteran wife Dama acquired Fountain Square Brewing in January 2023, saving the staff, taproom, and this legacy brand from dissolution. I sat down with Beppe to get caught up on the next chapter of FSB. Learn more at fountainsquare.beer The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free m...2024-07-1637 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesFloods, Pandemic and Philanthropy - A visit with South Bend Brew WorksOwner, brewer and amateur electrician, Steve Lowe shares the joys and challenges of running a local nano brewery and how he and his team are helping to make a downtown comeback in South Bend, Indiana, one beer at a time. To learn more about Steve and South Bend Brew Works visit southbendbrewwerks.com. The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or do...2024-07-0433 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesTwo Brew Creatures and a Beer Habit - Anderson Indiana's own Creatures of Habit Brewing Co.I sat down with Chuck Note and Dan Stachowiak at Creatures Of Habit Brewing Co to learn more about Anderson Indiana's comeback and how Dan continues to bring great beer from around the world to small town USA. Find out more creaturesbrew.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and s...2024-06-2634 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesThe two brothers are Brewthers -Adam and Andrew of Hermann Brewthers Bierwerks- Indianapolis Join me as I sit down with the Hermann brothers, Westside Indy natives who started as home brewers and are filling a need for great beer in the neighborhood they grew up in. For more information go to: hbrewthers.com . The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey t...2024-06-0736 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSPECIAL EPISODE: A Preview of History On Tap, June 7th at Conner Prairie, Fishers INJoin me as I discuss one of Indiana's most popular and unique craft beer festivals, History on Tap, presented by Conner Prairie. Program developer Kim McCann, gives us a sneak peek at some of the new and old things happening at this year's festival. Find out more and get tickets here and get History on Tap updates by texting HOPS to 317-779 3330 2024-05-3110 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break # 6: Southwest Florida sipping at Ft. Meyers Brewing Co.I wrapped up my 2024 Spring Beer Break at Lee County's largest microbrewery going from having 4 beers on tap in 2013 to distribution to over 1600 locations throughout Florida. Join me for my conversation with Sales Rep Cody Lewis and learn more about how FMBrew welcomes craft beer explorers to Southwest Florida. For more information check out fmbrew.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with nearly 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com o...2024-05-2729 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break # 5 - Brewing Beer and Banging Drums - Meet Doug Clark at Tampa Bay Brewing Co.In this episode I visit with Doug Clark, Head Brewer at Tampa Bay Brewing Company. Listen in to learn more about how one of the nation’s most tragic days led Doug out of a career in financial services to the Ybor City area of Tampa and one Florida’s most popular breweries. Learn about a famous fish that carries the load at TBBC and how Doug and his team bang out the beers by day and the tunes by night. Learn more at tbbc.beer The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the natio...2024-05-1830 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft Breweries10 years of having fun, giving back, and making beer - A visit with Grand Junction Brewing In Westfield, INIn this episode I'm back home in Indiana visiting the crew at Grand Junction Brewing In Westfield. Listen in as the Grand Junction Crew goes four-on-one on me, including owners Jon Knight and Charlie Wood and brewers and budding media stars, Tommy and John. Find out more about Grand Junction's commitment to community and finely crafted beer over the past 10 years. Check them out at gjbrew.com . The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you c...2024-05-1137 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break # 4 Two Brew Buddies and a Ferocious Feline- Bastet Brewing Tampa FLIn this episode I chatted with Tom and Huston from Bastet Brewing in Tampa. Listen in as I discover how Bastest Brewing colors outside the lines and get a history lesson about a killer cat and a bloody beer. For more Information visit www.bastetbrewing.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android a...2024-05-0533 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break #3 Brewed but not beer - a visit to Botanical Brewing Company Cape Coral FLIn this episode I sat down with James Jones of Botanical Brewing Company to learn more about their unique brand of non-alcoholic mood enhancing beverages. Learn more about how two sisters set out to change the drinking culture and spread the word about a healthier plant buzz experience. For more Information visit botanicalbrewingco.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download...2024-04-2626 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break #2 - He sought the Law and the Beer won - A visit with Alex Tako at Coastal Dayz Brewing in Ft, Meyers FLIn my second of several episodes from Spring Beer Break recorded in March in Florida, I visit with Alex Tako, Owner and Head Brewer of Coastal Dayz Brewery in Fort Meyers. Listen in as Alex describes his journey from law books to brew kettles, and how Coastal Dayz survived COVID, a hurricane, and found a new owner. For more information visit coastaldayzbrewery.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery yo...2024-04-1927 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesSpring Beer Break #1: No longer on the DL- Welcome to Deviant Libation, Tampa FLIn the first of several episodes from our Spring Beer Break recorded in March in Tampa and South West Florida. In today's episode we visit with Tim Ogden, Founder and Head brewer at Deviant Libation In Tampa Florida. Find out more about how Tim and the DL crew are creating unique beers and other beverages,while building community in the Ybor Heights neighborhood of Tampa. To learn more check out deviantlibation.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery...2024-04-1219 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesNow Where is Westfield?...Making the move to make great beer, a visit with Rian Umbach at Field Brewing, Westfield INRian Umbach misses his beloved Reds and Bengals, but has found home in one of Central Indiana's fastest growing communities and at Field Brewing, a popular gathering spot for foodies, local beer lovers, and visitors alike. find out more about Field Brewing Company at fieldbrewing.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 600 participating breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android a...2024-04-0421 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesResearch Papers, Peace Corps and no good beer in Tanzania! A visit with Chris Langguth at Pig Minds Brewing Co - Machesney Park ILIn today's episode I am pleased to welcome our new sponsor TagaBrew USA and we visit Pig Minds Brewing Company in Machesney Park, Illinois. I checked in with head brewer Chris Langguth to learn about his journey to the Rockford area and Pig Minds Brewing. To learn more visit: pigmindsbrewing.com To find out more about TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail.TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android...2024-03-2935 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesA Roamer, Rocker and Rockford Brewer ...Meet Alex Cando At Urban Forest Craft Brewing, Rockford IL,Welcome to Screw City, or Forest City ...Rockford IL home of Urban Forest Craft Brewing where Co-Founder and Head Brewer, Alex Cando discusses his journey to the craft brewing an some the not so funny dangers lurking in the brew house. Find out more about Urban Forest at www.urbanforestcraftbrewing.com 2024-03-2221 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesGood beer, Good food, and a vacation right at home - A visit with King Jugg Brewing, Fishers IN"People say they feel like they are on vacation when they walk in here" says Randy DeJohn, co - owner of King Jugg Brewing. Listen and learn more about how Randy and his team went from delivering food during COVID to delivering a great experience at their Fishers location. To learn more check out: kingjuggbrewing.com 2024-03-1518 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesA Banker walks into a brewery....A visit with Mashcraft Brewing Fishers INThe No Place Like Home series continues. In this episode Andrew and David give us a glimpse of Mashcraft Brewing, Learn how it all started for brewer Andrew and a banker interested in beer. David and Andrew highlight how they are creating community in the Fishers market. Find out whats next ( Spoilerr Alert Bologna is out Pickleball is in!). Learn More at https://mashcraft.com/fishers/ 2024-03-0831 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesMany Hats and a Pair of Brewers Boots: A visit with Dave Colt at Sun King, Fishers INSun King Brewing is one of Indiana's iconic brands. Learn more about how they came to Fishers, how their flagship beer came to be, and how co-founder Dave Colt stays connected to his brewing roots 2024-03-0130 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesFrom Bankruptcy to Blood Orange Blonde a visit with Brian Graham Four Day Ray Brewng, Fishers INIn the first installment of the No Place Like Home series I sat down with Brian Graham, of Four Day Ray Brewing in Fishers, who shared a story of perseverance, partners, and a pretty popular blonde. (No, it's not Taylor Swift) 2024-02-2323 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesNo Place Like Home Kickoff - What's Brewing In Fishers, Indiana - A visit with Mayor Scott FadnessTo kick off the No Place Like Home series, I sat down with Mayor Scott Fadness of Fishers, Indiana ( my home town) to find out more about the community, it's people , and of course, it's local breweries. 2024-02-2013 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesFrom 3rd Grade Science to Small Town Beers - Tarnished Hollow Brewing Co. - Elwood INJoin me in Elwood Indiana to learn more about one of Indiana's newest craft breweries. To learn more go to tarnishedhollow.com 2024-02-1525 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesWarmer weather and cold beer! A visit to Hopsized Brewing Co. Bonita Springs, FloridaYes, I got out of the cold for our first episode. I headed to Southwest Florida to learn more about Bonita Springs and savor the tasty brews of Hopsized Brewing Co. Find out more about Hopsized at hopsizedbrewing.com Cheers! 2024-02-0621 min

The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft BreweriesWelcome To The BrewsLine RoadshowIntroducing The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America's Craft Breweries - A podcast for beer enthusiasts and travelers alike. Join us as we on our adventures across the country, exploring craft breweries and the communities they call home with your host and Hop Explorer Darryl Sopoci, Founder of the BrewsLine Brew Tours. 2024-02-0101 min

Out Here Having a PintBrewsline Tour de BreweriesOn this episode, we had the ultimate designated driver of all designated drivers! Darryl Sopoci along with his son Kevin Sopoci very graciously allowed our Out Here Having a Pint squad onto their Brewsline Tours bus, a 14 passenger brewery tour bus fully equipped with the best tunes, party lights and professional driver! The Sunday Funday tour landed us at 3 amazing Indianapolis breweries where we had a chance to drink, mingle and check out the incredible spaces! We begin at Pax Verum in Lapel, Indiana, second stop at Primeval in Noblesville, IN and lastly, Bier Brewing on 65th...2023-01-301h 28