Hoppy Travels episode 1: Adventures in Oktoberfest
As Oktoberfest fades from my recent memory, I finally have my thoughts pulled together to tell all my BMore Brew Crew mates about this adventure.
No More Choosing! Celebrate Key and Monument City’s Partnership
The COVID-19 pandemic brought uncertainty to all of us, but it also introduced me to newfound passions. In those challenging times in 2020, I discovered my love for craft beer and the wonderful community that comes with it. Oddly enough, this new passion fits seamlessly with my love for the outdoors. Beer, the outdoors, and a chance to meet up with new and exciting people—what could be more perfect?
Don’t be that person - Let’s Lift Up Maryland’s Craft Beer Community, Not Tear It Down
Recently, I found myself in a relatively heated online discussion on REDDIT with a so called local craft beer enthusiast who was quick to call out one of our local breweries and label their beers "absolute garbage." I was even more disappointed by the fact that I received little to no support in the discussion, and was even downvoted for my respectful responses. It got me thinking about how these kinds of negative comments affect our Maryland craft brewing community. As fans and supporters of local brewers, we have a big role in shaping how others view our community and industry, especially younger generations who are new to the local craft brewing scene here in MD. And with that, I strongly feel that we have the responsibility to lift it up, not bring down our local community. Here’s why focusing on positives, or even choosing not to comment at all, is better for our community.
Whitey's Liquors: A local gem for Over 70 Years
Whitey’s Liquors, located at 803 North Hammonds Ferry Road in Linthicum has been a go-to spot for craft beer enthusiasts for more than 70 years. Known for its amazing selection of craft beers and friendly service, Whitey's is much more than just a liquor store—it’s a community hub. Over the years, Rob Goss and his team have built strong relationships with several local breweries and become known as one of the best liquor and craft beer stores in the area.
Dinner and beer - with a touch of elegance
On a beautiful Autumn evening in the heart of Baltimore, I found myself with friends walking into a local brewery, my stomach grumbling, yearning for a cold beer and something to eat. This isn’t unlike many other nights I’ve experienced, but on this brisk evening, there was a buzz of excitement as we found ourselves outside Guilford Hall Brewery, a European-style brewery and restaurant tucked inside the beautifully restored 1898 Crown Cork & Seal factory in Station North. Sure, I have been to Guilford Hall several times before, but tonight, it wasn’t just the tap list that had me intrigued. Tonight, we were attending their Conspiracy Dark Lager beer pairing dinner, and I couldn’t wait to see what was in store, but I must admit, there was a small part of me that was a bit nervous.
We are the bmore brew crew
Lately I have been asked the same question over and over again when I am out and about. “Who are you?”, “Why are you doing this?”, “What are you trying to accomplish?”, “What is the BMore Brew Crew?” Could the answer be as simple as, "I'm just a guy that likes a nice cold beer from a local brewery and wants to start a really cool social drinking group."? I guess. But I don't feel like that would give me or the BMore Brew Crew any sort of purpose or meaning. I suppose to really answer these questions, I’ll need to dig a little deeper. One sec…let me go find my shovel.