The BrewsLine Roadshow: Tasting America’s Craft Breweries

Join me in my conversation with Erik Pizer of Flipside Brewing located in Tinley Park, IL in the southwest suburbs of Chicago.  Erik shares his story of closing an opening a brewery in the same location and the importance of having family and community support in making a small brewery successful.  The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected] 

In this episode I sat down with fellow Northern Illinois University alum Ike Orcutt, Owner and Brewer at Buckle Down Brewing. After sharing our mutual joy of NIU's moment of football fame, beating Notre Dame to start the 2024 season, we got down to beer business. Ike's first order of business was to stress the importance of a solid business partner. In this case, his wife Michelle co-owner of Buckle Down.  We discussed  being nimble in the brewery business and Buckle Down's transition from primarily focusing on distribution to becoming a great community gathering spot.  Join us as we learn more about the Buckle Down's 13 years and what the future holds. To learn more see buckledownbrewing.com   The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected] 

 Tarpon River Brewing Company is a brewery located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The name comes from the Tarpon River, a popular fishing spot in the area. The owner,  Adam Fine, has been in the beer business for almost 30 years and has a history of brewing, distributing, and promoting craft beer throughout Florida, where he became known as the "Beer Pimp". The brewery restaurant hosts community-driven events and is well-connected with local businesses. The atmosphere is family-friendly and dog-friendly. Tarpon River Brewing's founder talks about starting the brewery,  the dedication it takes to deliver every day for his guests, and the unique techniques and ingredients they use when brewing,  Finally, I get a taste of  Honey Love, a unique 9.5 ABV Imperial Cream Ale. Learn More at tarponriverbrewing .com   The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected] 

Riverlands Brewing Company is a story that captures everything that we love about not only beer, but life. I met Head Brewer and co- founder Eric Bramwell and Taproom Manager Jeremy Teel. The brewey is located in St. Charles, Illinois, is just a couple miles from the Fox River about 45 miles west of Chicago Riverlands goes beyond being a great place to have a fresh craft beer hosting unique events from turtle races to knitting clubs.  In a family friendly environment with a great outdoor beer garden Jeremy and his team make all who enter feel at home. With a focus on supporting the local community and making great beer, Riverlands Brewing Company has become a great new addition to the TagaBrew Illinois Trail. To learn more listen in and visit riverlandsbrewing.com   The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected] 

First Flight Brewery in Key West Florida, has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century when it was the PanAm Airlines ticket office hosting the first passenger flight outside the U.S.  In this episode, we meet Andrew, brewmaster, and Damien, owner, of First Flight. They share the story of how they came to open the brewery in this popular tourist destination. Formerly a restaurant owned by actress Kelly McGillis, of Top Gun fame, it opened as First Flight in 2017. The brewery produces a wide range of popular beers, has a chill outdoor beer garden, and a great selection of island dishes. First Flight is the southernmost brewery in the continental United States.  During my visit, I also tasted two popular beers, the Maverick IPA and the Oreo Cookie Stout and sampled some great local seafood. To learn more visit firstflightkw.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected]   

On a cold Sunday in December your host visited Chubby Mermaid Brewing Company in Southwest Florida  Chubby Mermaid was started by Gary after he retired from the military. He quickly recruited Josh. Originally from opposite coasts, the two met through an online brewing club called BrewTubers, visit brewtubers.com.  We discussed their business, its growth, and the challenges they've faced in their first 13 months of operation. The guys also talked about their commitment to the Bonita Springs community and their initiatives to bring in new patrons. We shared some of their flagship beers and chatted about the importance of finding the right team members. We finished our discussion with a round of "gluten or no gluten", where your host tried to intentify which beers contained gluten and which did not. (Spoiler alert : I failed because they all tasted great!). To learn more visit chubbymermaidbrewing.com The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected]   

I sat down with Ted Burrell, owner and brewer of Northern Tropics Brewing in Muncie, Indiana. Ted tand I discussed how he got into brewing and his personal story. He also discussed the challenges of opening a brewery and some of the unique aspects of his taproom which is really a cozy tropical clubhouse designed to encourage conversation and community among his customers. He also shared his love for golf, cigars and passion for brewing pilsners. We discussed the benefits of being on the TagaBrew Indiana Trail. I tasted a couple of Northern Tropics favorites, Palm Tree Pils and Undead Ted IPA. So raise a glass to craft beer, and to getting to know each other better on a cold day at Northern Tropics. Cheers! The BrewsLine Roadshow is presented by TagaBrew USA, the nation's largest craft brewery trail with over 650 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   If you have an idea for a brewery to be featured on the show email me at [email protected]   

In this episode Darryl visits The Cassopolis Beer Company, located in Cassopolis, Michigan, is a brewery and restaurant that is housed in a historic building that was once a fire station and town hall. Ted Romanetz, the owner, grew up in the area and returned home after working at breweries in Colorado. Ted discusses how he got interested in brewing, the process of starting his own brewery, and the different types of beer they offer. He is passionate about the local community, his beer and fishing Ted also shares the story about his best catch that inspired the brewery's logo. 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

 In our interview with Steve Newman, the owner of Brother Chimp Brewing, a small craft brewery located in North Aurora, Illinois. The owner, who also has a background in home brewing, talks about the challenges of running a small brewery and the increase in competition in the area. He also discusses the community in the Fox Valley area and what makes a great team member for his business.  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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!    

In this episode, I interview  breweries from Maine to New Mexico live at the Craft Brewers Conference in Indianapolis. Our guests are: Elizabeth Johnston and Danny McGovern from Monhegan Brewing and Lake Saint George Brewing, Maine   Adam Drager from Inventor's Brew Pub in Port Washington  WI Jen Levasseur from Ponderosa Brewing Company in Albuquerque, New Mexico. They discuss the challenges of starting a brewery and give advice to potential entrepreneurs.The group also shared thoughts on the craft beer industry and insight to those looking to enter the industry today Sit back and enjoy a taste of American craft beer, live from the CBC!   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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

This is Part 1 of our "Live from the CBC" episodes! I had the pleasure of visiting with several Indiana craft brewers on the floor of this year's Craft Brewers Conference, held in Indianapolis in late April. My guests included: Aaron West from Westwind Brewery in Elkhart, Indiana westwindbrewery.com John Mills from Damsel Brew Pub in Evansville, Indiana ( 10:10) www.damselbrewpub.com Tom Carpenter and Duffy from 2Toms Brewing in Fort Wayne, Indiana (21:50) 2tomsbrewing.com Jonathan Mullins from the Broad Ripple Brew Pub in Indianapolis (37:43) broadripplebrewpub.com Sit back and enjoy a taste of Indianapolis hospitality, live from the CBC! 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.    

Centuries 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. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewsline.com/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!  

In 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 breweries. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewsline.com/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

In 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/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

As 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. TagaBrew is a copper memory tag & brewery specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewsline.com/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

As 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 each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewsline.com/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

Join 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 specific charm you collect from each brewery you visit on the trail. Check out brewline.com/tagabrew or download the free Tagabrew mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow, email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

Join 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 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 today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

Brad 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 tagabrew.com or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today! 

Located 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 or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl P.S. If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Roadshow email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.  

Owners 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 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 today!   Cheers, Darryl If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Road Show email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

Fountain 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 mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Road Show email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.

Owner, 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 download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl If you would like your favorite brewery to be featured on The BrewsLine Road Show email me at [email protected] and I'll be happy to reach out.  

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 start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl

 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 today!   Cheers, Darryl  

Join 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

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 or download the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!   Cheers, Darryl Cheers.- Darryl      

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 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 today!   Cheers.- Darryl

In 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 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 today!     Cheers.- Darryl

In 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 and start your craft brew journey today!  Cheers.- Darryl

In 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 the free mobile app on Apple or Android and start your craft brew journey today!  Cheers.- Darryl

In 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 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 today!  Cheers.- Darryl  

In 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 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 today!  Cheers.- Darryl

Rian 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 and start your craft brew journey today!  Cheers.- Darryl

In 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 and start your craft brew journey today!  Cheers.- Darryl

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

"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 

The 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/  

Sun 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

In 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)

To 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. 

Join me in Elwood Indiana to learn more about one of Indiana's newest craft breweries.  To learn more go to tarnishedhollow.com  

Yes, 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!

Introducing 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.