Bullpen Pilsner! Did you say Bullpen Pilsner? Yes, Bullpen Pilser

In this lively episode of the DC Beer Show, we highlight Atlas Brewing's recent gold medal win at the World Beer Cup for their Bullpen Pilsner. Join us as we explore the brewing process, innovation, and growth of Atlas across DC and Virginia, along with industry challenges and brewing tips.Main Topics:Atlas Brewing’s journey from Ivy City to Anacostia and nostalgic reflectionsThe story behind their award-winning Bullpen Pilsner and canning practicesInnovation with recipe adaptations and new brewing equipmentIndustry challenges: capacity, competition, and market trendsTips for brewing, packaging, and entering competitionsCommunity engagement and upcoming events in the DC brewing sceneKey Insights:Atlas's transition to a larger brewery in Anacostia increased capacity from 3,500 to nearly 10,000 barrels annually.The brewery’s success at the World Beer Cup was driven by meticulous canning practices and recipe consistency.Usage of California Common yeast in their Pilsner was born out of necessity, resulting in a versatile, high-quality beer.The crew emphasizes constant iteration, recipe experimentation, and leveraging equipment improvements to enhance quality.Industry headwinds include industry saturation and emerging beverage trends, but growth opportunities remain in regional markets. Thanks to our monthly supporters Deborah Ort Chris Sadler Brian Dauernheim Quinten Patterson C Sandoval Gilbert Glickstein Ethan Sapperstein Sean Whipkey Randy Mills Ryan Llalan Fowler Michael Losi Adam Heisenberg Brian Jeff Lucas Micaela Carrazco Lauren Sean Moffitt Anthony Scipione johnna infanti Catherine Ramirez Adam Frank Tyler Lynch Jared Prager Jeff Michael O'Connor Favio Garcia Josh Ellen Daniels Juan Deliz Mike Lastort James Wisnieski Chris Frome Sam Chip Tory Roberts Chris DeLoose Lauren Cary Clifton B Scott Pavlica Greg Antrim jeffrey garrison Alexis Smith Dan Goldbeck Anthony Budny Greg Parnas Frank Chang Kim Klyberg Chris Girardot Alyssa jeffrey katz Andrew MacWilliams Jamie Jackson Meegan Mike Rucki Nick Gardner Amber Farris Sarah Ray Peter Jones Blue2026 Brad Stengel Bill and Karen Butcher Jordan Harvey Stephen Claeys Julie Verratti