The BrewedAt Podcast

#41 - New Trail (Mike LaRosa)

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Mike LaRosa, Head Brewer & Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing Co. After gaining experience at Saucony Creek, Kane Brewing, and Tired Hands, he became a sought-after brewery consultant. His work with New Trail’s original founders led to him joining as a Co-Owner. New Trail was ranked America’s fastest-growing brewery in 2021 by the Brewers Association and is now among the top 70 largest production breweries in the U.S.
 
New Trail Brewing Co:
https://newtrailbrewing.com/
@NewTrailBrewing
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR:
Zilka & Co Brewing Supplies: https://zilkaandcompany.com/elementor-1120/
 
Brad Adelson - Technical Expert
brad@zilkaandcompany.com
818-400-7323
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery - King of Prussia, PA - Closed in 2023
Sterling Pig Brewing - Media, PA
John Harvards Brewery and Ale House - Hancock, MA
Saucony Creek Brewing - Kutztown, PA
Human Robot - Epi 10 & 15 - Philadelphia, PA
Manayunk Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Kane Brewing - Ocean Township, NJ
Sly Fox Brewing - Epi 11 - Pottstown, PA
Oskar Blues Brewery - Brevard, NC
The Alchemist Brewery - Stowe, VT
Tired Hands - Ardmore, PA
Meetinghouse - Philadelphia, PA
Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE
Carbon Copy Brewing - Epi 2 - Philadelphia, PA
Tonewood Brewing - Barrington, NJ
Industrial Arts Brewing - Beacon, NY
Freak Folk Bier - Waterbury, VT
The Veil Brewing - Norfolk, VA
Tree House Brewing - Charlton, MA
Trillium Brewing - Canton, MA
Hill Farmstead Brewery - Greensboro Bend, VT
Tannery Run Brew Works - Ambler, PA
Hale & True Cider Co. - Philadelphia, PA
Neck of the Woods Brewing - Pitman, NJ
Attic Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Otto's Pub & Brewery - State College, PA
Happy Valley Brewing - State College, PA
Bullfrog Brewery - Williamsport, PA
Riepstine's Pub - Williamsport, PA
Rosko's Brew House - Williamsport, PA
Therapy Brewing - Montoursville, PA
Bald Birds Brewing - Jersey Shore, PA
John Ryan Brewery - Williamsport, PA
Troegs Brewing - Hershey, PA
DuClaw Brewing - Bel Air, MD - Closed 2023
Neshaminy Creek Brewing - Croydon, PA
Iron Hill Brewery - West Chester, PA
Chestnut Hill Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
North Park Beer - San Diego, CA
Dancing Gnome Brewery - Pittsburgh, PA
Old Thunder Brewing - Blawnox, PA
Mentioned People
Brian McConnell - Owner & Brewer of Sterling Pig
Joe Percoco - Industry Brewer 
Colin McFadden - Co-Owner of Meetinghouse
Sam Calagione - Founder of Dogfish Head
Alyston Upshaw - Epi 39 - Owner of Concrete Blues
Marty West - Co-Owner of Meetinghouse
Mike Nuhn - Brewer at Tonewood
Jess Reaves - Head Brewer at Industrial Arts Brewing
Ryan Miller - Head Brewer & Co-Owner of Freak Folk Bier
Bogdan Lisachenko - Head Brewer of Attic Brewing
Laura & Todd Lacy - Owners of Attic Brewing
Dave Hertwig - Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing
Charles Imbro - Co-Owner of New Trail Brewing
Ryan Keats - Graphic Designer
Marc Campolongo - Production Manager at New Trail
Andrew Foss - Head Brewer of Human Robot
Mentioned Businesses
Brewers Association - Craft Beer Trade Organization
Foxduck - Design Studio
Bierhual - Epi 38 - West Chester Beer Bar
Beermill WC - Epi 23 - Beer Distributor 
Yakima Chief - National Hop Producer
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What We Drank?
Trail Marker
IPA | 6.5% | Centennial, Amarillo, & Simcoe
New Trail Brewing
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24/7 Hazy Session
Hazy IPA | 4.7% | Citra & Mosaic
New Trail Brewing
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Crisp Lime
Lager | 4.8% | American Noble
New Trail Brewing
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Crisp Amber Lager
Amber Lager | 5.0%
New Trail Brewing
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#40 - Sacred Vice (Andrew Rubenstein)

Host Richie Tevlin with Andrew “Ruby” Rubenstein, Partner & Head Brewer at Sacred Vice Brewing Co. Ruby built his brewing foundation at Iron Hill, supporting six locations before joining 2SP Brewing, where he played a key role in establishing the brand. After years of honing his craft, he went on to Sacred Vice, bringing his unique experience to brewing in Philly's newest & popular brewery.
 
Sacred Vice Brewing:
https://sacredvice.com/
@sacredviceberks
@sacredvicebrewing
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Dock Street Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Second District Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Notting Head Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Iron Hill Brewery - West Chester, PA
Love City Brewing - Epi 12 - Philadelphia, PA
2SP Brewing - Ashton, PA
Humble Parlor Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Forest & Main Brewing - Epi 17 - Ambler, PA
Crime and Punishment - Philadelphia, PA
New Ridge Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Human Robot Beer - Epi 15 & Epi 10 - Philly, PA
Evil Genius Beer - Philadelphia, PA
Two Locals Brewing - Epi 27 - Philadelphia, PA
Mentioned People
Michael Fava - Former Head Brewer of Dock Street
Ben Potts - Former Brewer of Second District & Iron Hill
Scott Morrison - Philadelphia Brewery Expert
Chris LaPierre - Former Head Brewer of Iron Hill
Bob Barrar - Owner of 2SP Brewing
Paul Rutherford - Head Brewer of Iron Hill
Mark Edelson - Owner of Iron Hill
Kevin Walter - Epi 12 - Co-Owner of Love City
Justin Steinberg - Co-Owner of Sacred Vice
Rich Colli - Epi 14 - Philly Beer Week
Laura Weiszer - Owner of Betsu Studio
Kevin Kilroy - Owner of Duck Duck Delicatessen 
Chris Endrikat - Co-Owner of New Ridge
Ken Grossman - Founder of Sierra Nevada 
Angelica Preso - GM of Sacred Vice
Rich Koilor - Epi 27 - Co-Owner of Two Locals 
Matt Brodsky - Co-Owner of Sacred Vice
Mentioned Businesses
The Foodery - Philly Beer Store
Varga Bar - Philly Craft Beer Bar
Specific Mechanical - Brewing Equipment 
Betsu Studio - Philly Design Studio
Mom-Moms Kitchen - Philly Polish Food
Duck Duck Delicatessen - Food Pop-Ups
Garage - Philly Bar
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What We Drank?
Buried Motives
Stout | 7.5% 
Sacred Vice Brewing
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Special Enough
Cream Ale | 3.6% | Cascade
Sacred Vice Brewing
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Back Trunk Britches
Dark Mild | 3.7% 
Sacred Vice Brewing
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Rubbish IPA
IPA | 6.0% | Citra
Sacred Vice Brewing
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#39 - Concrete Blues (Alyston Upshaw)

Host Richie Tevlin talks with Alyston Upshaw, owner of Concrete Blues Brewing Co. Originally from Orlando, Al brought his passion for food and beer to Philly in 2012. With experience at Tired Hands, Carbon Copy, and Meetinghouse, he’s now on a mission to make Pub ale a staple in the craft beer scene.
 
Concrete Blues Brewing:
https://www.concrete-blues.com/
@concreteblues_
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Carbon Copy Brewing - Epi 2 - Philadelphia, PA
Tired Hands - Ardmore, PA
Meetinghouse - Philadelphia, PA
Wishful Thinking Brewing - Epi 24 - Bethlehem, PA
Wild Fern Brewing - Frenchtown, NJ
Bonn Place Brewing - Bethlehem, PA 
Forest & Main Brewing - Epi 17 - Ambler, PA
Yards Brewing Co - Epi 36 - Philadelphia, PA
Two Locals Brewing - Epi 27 - Philadelphia, PA
Human Robot - Epi 10 & 15 - Philadelphia, PA
Suarez Family Brewery - Hudson, NY
Timothy Taylor Brewery - United Kingdom
Fuller's Brewery - United Kingdom
Space Cadet Brewery - Epi 22 - Philadelphia, PA
Mentioned People
Kyle Wolak & Brendon Boudwin - Epi 2 - Owners of Carbon Copy
Colin McFadden - Owner of Meetinghouse
Andrew Rubenstein - Brewer at Sacred Vice Brewing
Tom Kehoe - Epi 36 - Founder of Yards Brewing
Dan Suarez - Owner of Suarez Family Brewery
Dan Endicott - Epi 17 - Co-Owner of Forest & Main Brewing
Rich Wagner - Philadelphia Beer Historian & Author
Mentioned Businesses
Philly Beer Week - Epi 14 - Yearly Beer Celebration
Steal this Beer - Beer Podcast
Marigold Kitchen - Philly Restaurant - Closed in 2019
A Mano - Philly Italian Restaurant 
Helm - Philly New American Restaurant 
St. Oners - Philly Beer Bar
Local 44 - Philly Bottle Shop
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What We Drank?
Alyston's Ordinary Bitter
Session Ale | 3.5% | EKG & Cascade
Concrete Blues Brewing
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#38 - Bierhaul & Bier & Loathing (James Mullally)

Host Richie Tevlin & special Co-Host Dave Argust, talk with James Mullally, Owner of Bierhual Farmhouse & Townhouse, & Bier & Loathing. Inspired by his time growing up in Europe, he created a laid-back community hub — blending craft beer, elevated comfort food, and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of West Chester.
 
Bierhaul:
https://bierhaul.com/#
@bierhaul
@bierhaul_townhouse
 
Bier & Loathing:
https://bierandloathing.com/
@bierandloathingbar
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THANK YOU O OUR SPONSORS:
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Human Robot - Epi 10 & 15 - Philadelphia, PA
Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE
Victory Brewing Co - Downingtown, PA
Hill Farmstead Brewery - Greensboro Bend, VT
Forest & Main Brewing - Epi 17 - Ambler, PA
New Trail Brewing - Williamsport, PA
Sterling Pig Brewing - Media, PA
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery - Denver, CO
Tired Hands - Ardmore, PA
Mikkeller Beer - Copenhagen, Denmark
Bissell Brothers - Portland, ME
LeVante Brewing - West Chester, PA
The Brew Gentlemen - Braddock, PA
Mentioned People
Dave Argust - ⁠Epi 23⁠ - Sales Manager of BeerMill WC
Ken Correll - Epi 15 - Owner of Human Robot
Julie Reiner - Owner of the Clover Club
Mike LaRosa - Owner of New Trail
Loïc Barnieu - Owner of Bierhaul & Sterling Pig
Jimmy Scantron - Graphic Designer
Keith Shore - Owner of Meetinghouse & Artist for Mikkeller
Alan Spoll - Epi 32 - @BeerWithAlan
Billy Yoder - Chef & Manager of Bierhaul
Nick - Brewer for Braeloch Brewing
Eric Tait Jr - Brewer for LeVante Brewing
Mentioned Businesses
Beermill WC - Beer Distributor 
Clover Club - NY Cocktail Bar
The Meatball Shop - NY Restaurant 
Lukes Lobsters - NY Restaurant 
Barcade - Beer Bar Arcade
Fun Dungeon - Phoenixville Arcade
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What We Drank?
Bierhauler Juice
NEIPA | 7.2% | Motueka, Citra & Sabro Cryo
Braeloch Brewing
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#37 - Rowan University (Matt Farber)

Host Richie Tevlin & special Co-Host Dave Argust, talk with Matt Farber, Professor of Brewing Science at Rowan University. Former Director & Founder of the Brewing Science Program at the University of the Sciences (Now at St. Joes University). He is a leading innovator in brewing biotechnology — best known for discovering Philly Sour yeast & the textbook “Mastering Brewing Science: Quality and Production”.
 
Rowan University (Brewing Science Program):
https://csm.rowan.edu/departments/bbs/academic-programs/undergrad-cert/brewing-science.html
@RowanUniversity
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
• East End Brewing - Pittsburgh, PA
• Brew Gentlemen - Pittsburgh, PA
• Dancing Gnome Brewing - Pittsburgh, PA
• Hitchhiker Brewing - Pittsburgh, PA
• Iron City Brewing - Pittsburgh, PA
• 2SP Brewing - Ashton, PA
• University of the Sciences - Philadelphia, PA
• Athletic Brewing Co - Milford, CT
• Allagash Brewing - Portland, ME
• LeVante Brewing - West Chester, PA
• Triple Bottom Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
• Wishful Thinking Brewing - Bethlehem, PA
• Human Robot Beer - Philadelphia, PA
• MudHen Brewing - Wildwood, NJ
• Braeloch Brewing - Kennett Square, PA
• Sterling Pig Brewing - Media, PA
• Flying Dog Brewery - Frederick, MD
• Left Hand Brewing - Longmont, CO
Mentioned People
• Dave Argust - Epi 23 - Sales Manager of BeerMill WC
• George Fix - Homebrewing Author & Math Professor 
• Roger Barth - Beer Author
• Robert Hanson - President of Constellation Brands 
• Dan Nooner - 2SP Brewing
• Hannah Ison - Brewer at Zeroday
• Eric Orlando - Epi 13 - Director of Government Affairs at the Brewers Guild of NJ
• Cole Decker - Epi 21 - Co-Founder of BrewedAt
• Tony Cunha - Head Brewer at MudHen
Mentioned Businesses
• Beermill WC - Beer Distributor 
• Mr. Beer Kit - Home Brew Supply
• American Homebrewers Association - Professional Association 
• American Brewers Guild - Professional Association 
• Breiss Malting & Ingredients Co - Malt Supply Co
• PA Malt & Beverage Control Board
• Lallemand - Yeast Supplier
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What We Drank?
• Nugget Nectar
• Red Ale | 7.5% 
• Tröegs Independent Brewing
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• Are You Mad At Me?
• Fruited Berliner Weisse | 6.0%
• Zeroday Brewing
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• Somethin' Sour Mango Guava
• Fruited Sour | 5.0%
• MudHen Brewing
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#36 - Yards Brewing (Tom Kehoe)

Host Richie Tevlin with Tom Kehoe, the President & Founder of Yards Brewing Co. He has been a pivotal figure in Philadelphia's craft beer scene for 30+ Years. His dedication to quality and community has propelled Yards to become a cornerstone of the city's brewing industry. 
 
Yards Brewing Co:
https://yardsbrewing.com/
@YardsBrew
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THANK YOU O OUR SPONSORS:
Wasak Water Treatment: https://www.wasakwater.com/⁠
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
British Brewing Company
Sam Adams Brewery - Boston, PA
Philadelphia Brewing - Epi 6 - Philadelphia, PA
Stoudts Brewing - Reinholds, PA - Closed in 2020
Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA
Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE
Iron Hill Brewery - West Chester, PA
Yuengling Brewery - Pottsville, PA
Troegs Brewing - Hershey, PA
Dock Street Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Notting Head Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Mentioned People
George Hummel & Nancy Rigberg - Owners of the Late Home Sweet Homebrew
Jon Bovit - Co-Founder of Yards Brewing
Craig Stuart Paul
Steve Parks - Owner of the American Brewers Guild
William Reed - Owner of Standard Tap
Ed Friedland - Legendary Beer Distributor for Philly
Frank Nor
Michelle Notredam
Carol Stoudt - Founder of Stoudts Brewing
Erin Wallace - VP of Pink Boots Society & AGM of Other Half Brewing
Jon Oldt - Epi 6 - Craft Beer Sales
Joe Beddia - Owner of Pizzeria Beddia
Kurt Vile - Philadelphia Based Musician 
Brian O'Reilly - Epi 34 - Owner of Mainstay Independent
Ron Barchet Jr - Co-Founder of Victory Brewing
Bill Covaleski - Co-Founder of Victory Brewing
Jeff Norman - Founder of the Kennett Brewfest
Dan Weyerbacher - Founder of Weyerbacher Brewing
Eric Orlando - Epi 13 - Director of Government Affairs at the Brewers Guild of NJ
Kyle Schwarber - All-Star Phillies Player
Kevin Hayes - Former Flyers Player
Michael J. Jackson - Legendary Beer Writer
Don Russell - Co-Founder of Philly Beer Week
Tom Peters - Owner of Monk’s Cafe
Tomme Arthur - Co-Founder of The Lost Abbey & Port Brewing
Sam Calagione - Founder of Dogfish Head
Garrett Oliver - Legendary American Beer Writer & Brooklyn Brewery Brewmaster
Mentioned Businesses
Home Sweet Homebrew - Philly Homebrew Shop
Bertha's Restaurant & Bar - Baltimore Bar 
Terris Consolidated - Brewery Supply Co
Sugar Mom - Philly Bar - Closed in 2015
Khyber Pass Pub - Philly Beer Bar
Dawson's Pub - Philly Bar
Cavanaugh's Rittenhouse - Philly Bar
Standard Tap - Historic Philly Craft Beer Bar
London Grill - Philly Bar - Closed in 2019
Bridget's Place - Philly Bar - Closed in 2022
Devil's Den - Philly Bar - Closed in 2022
Old Eagle Tavern - Philly Bar
JB Northwest - Equipment Manufacturers 
Ripley Tank - Equipment Manufacturers 
Brewers of PA - PAs Brewers Guild
Philly Beer Week - Epi 14 - Yearly Beer Celebration
Dandelion - Philly Bar
Fairmount Tavern - Philly Bar
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What We Drank?
Hazy Pale Ale
Hazy Pale Ale | 5.5% 
Yards Brewing
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Grapefruit Philadelphia Pale Ale
Pale Ale | 4.6%
Yards Brewing
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#35 - Pink Boots Society & Other Half (Erin Wallace)

Host Richie Tevlin with Erin Wallace, a Philly beer legend and the current VP of the international Non-Profit Pink Boots Society. Erin has been a fixture in the craft beer scene for over two decades, previously owning Devil’s Den, Old Eagle Tavern, and Barren Hill Tavern & Brewery. She was a founding member of the Philadelphia chapter of Pink Boots Society and will soon serve as its National Pink Boots President. Now the Assistant GM & Events Coordinator at Other Half Brewing, Erin continues to champion craft beer and community.
 
Pink Boots Society: 
https://www.pinkbootssociety.org/
@PinkBootsSociety
 
Other Half Philly: 
https://otherhalfbrewing.com/location/philadelphia/
@OtherHalfPhilly
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Yards Brewing Co - Philadelphia, PA
Yuengling Brewery - Pottsville, PA
Guinness Brewing - Ireland
Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE
Stoudts Brewing - Reinholds, PA - Closed in 2020
New Wave Brewery - El Dorado Hills, CA
Flying Fish Brewing - Somerdale, NJ
Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery - Farmville, NC
Barren Hill Tavern & Brewery - Lafayette Hill, PA - Closed in 2016
Stone Brewing - San Diego, CA
Free Will Brewing - Perkasie, PA
Cantillon Brewery - Belgium - Est. 1900
Sly Fox Brewing - Pottstown, PA
Allagash Brewing - Portland, ME
Tannery Run Brew Works - Ambler, PA
Triple Bottom Brewing - Philadelphia, PA
Victory Brewing Co. - Downingtown, PA
Mentioned People
Brian O'Reilly - Epi 34 - Owner of Mainstay Independent
Tom Kehoe - Founder of Yards Brewing
Carol Stoudt - Founder of Stoudts Brewing
Scott Morrison - Philadelphia Brewery Expert
Teri Fahrendorf - Founder of Pink Boots Society
Luara Ulrich - Brewer at Stone Brewing
Colleen Rakowski - Former Free Will Brewer & Customer Lead at Cantillon
Suzie Woods - Sales at Allagash Brewing
Carly Chelder - Co-Founder of Tannery Run Brew Works
Eddie Stoudt - Stoudts Brewing
Tom Peters - Owner of Monk's Cafe
Fergus "Fergie" Carey - Owner of Fergie's Pub
Tara Nurin - Beer Writer
Alva Mather - Alcohol Lawyer
Adam Krocket - Upper Reach Meadery
Tess Hart - Co-Owner of Triple Bottom Brewing
John Stemler - Former Brewmaster at Free Will Brewing
Meredith Rebar - Epi 7 - Owner of Home Brewed Events
Rafael D’Armas - Epi 25 - Brewer at KCBC & Board Member of The MJF
Mentioned Businesses
Cherry Street Tavern - Philly Bar
Old Eagle Tavern - Philly Bar
Monk’s Cafe - Nationally Recognized Philly Beer Bar
Devil's Den - Philly Bar - Closed in 2022
The Pope - Philly Bar
General Lafayette Inn & Brewery - Closed in 2014
FCM Hospitality - Philadelphia Restaurant Group
Khyber Pass Pub - Philly Beer Bar
Pink Boots Society - Women in Craft Beverage
Craft Beer Professionals - Craft Beer Industry Resource
Craft Brewers Conference - Craft Beer Industry Resource
Philly Beer Week - Epi 14 - Yearly Beer Celebration
American Keg Company - Local Keg Company
Penn Herbs - Local Ingredients Company
The MJF - Non-Profit for Craft Beer Diversity
Pro Brewer - Beer Industry Multi-Use Resource
Yakima Chief - National Hop Producer
Country Malt Group - National Malt Producer
American Cider Association - National Cider Industry Resource
Upper Reach Meadery - PA Meadery
Eastern State Penitentiary - Historic Philadelphia Prison
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What We Drank?
Superfun!
Session IPA | 4.2% | Galaxy, Simcoe & El Dorado
Other Half Brewing
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HDHC Solo Exhibition
Triple NEIPA | 10.2% | Citra
Other Half Brewing
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Green Flowers
West Coast IPA | 6.8% | Simcoe, Chinook, Nelson Sauvin & Columbus Cryo
Other Half Brewing
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Forever Ever
Session IPA | 4.7% | Mosaic, Cashmere & Citra
Other Half Brewing
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#34 - Mainstay Independent (Brian O'Reilly)

Host Richie Tevlin chats with Brian O'Reilly, Owner of Mainstay Independent Brewing and former Brewmaster of Sly Fox Brewing, where he spent 17 years shaping one of Pennsylvania’s most respected craft beer brands. Brian is the force behind Mainstay Independent Brewing, located inside Craft Hall in Philadelphia, he continues to push the boundaries of craft beer with a focus on balance, drinkability, and innovation. During his time at Sly Fox he pioneered craft beer in cans, developed an award-winning lineup of beers, and launched iconic events like the Sly Fox Bock Festival & Goat Races.
 
Mainstay Independent: 
https://mainstaybrewing.com/
@MainstayIndependent
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EPISODE NOTES:
Mentioned Breweries
Sly Fox Brewing - Epi 11 - Pottstown, PA
Ringwood Brewery - Hampshire, UK
New England Beer Co - Woodbridge, CT
Southampton Publick House - Southampton, NY
John Harvards Brewery and Ale House - Hancock, MA
Anchor Brewing - San Francisco, CA
Long Island Brewing Co 
Great Lakes Brewing Co - Cleveland, OH
Diamondback Brewing - Baltimore, MD
Wynkoop Brewing Company - Denver, CO
Sierra Nevada - Chico, CA
Two Roads Brewing - Stratford, CT
Troubles End Brewing - Collegeville, PA
Nodding Head Brewery & Restaurant - Philadelpphia, PA - Closed in 2014
Clocktown Brewing Co - Thomaston, CT
Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA
Other Half Brewing - Brooklyn, NY
Hill Farmstead Brewery - Greensboro Bend, VT
St. Bernardus Brewery - Watou, Belgium
Trappist Westvleteren - Vleteren, Belgium
Yards Brewing Co - Philadelphia, PA
Workhorse Brewing - King of Prussia, PA
Kenwood Original - Epi 8 - Philadelphia, PA
Human Robot Beer - Epi 15 & Epi 10 - Philly, PA
Thimble Island Brewing - Branford, CT
Old Nutfield Brewing Co - Derry, NH
Athletic Brewing Co - Milford, CT
Dogfish Head Brewery - Milton, DE
Mentioned People
Jack Curtin - Legendary Philly Beer Writer
Lew Bryson - Legendary Alcohol Writer
Brandon Greenwood - Chief Brewing Officer & Brewmaster of Yards Brewing
William Reed - Owner of Standard Tap
Corey Reid - Brand Ambassador of Sly Fox
John Giannopoulos - Owner of Sly Fox
Bill Covaleski - Co-Founder of Victory Brewing
Ron Barchet Jr - Co-Founder of Victory Brewing
Erin Wallace - VP of Pink Boots Society & AGM of Other Half Brewing
Tom Peters - Owner of Monk’s Cafe
Michael J. Jackson - Legendary Beer Writer
Avram Hornik - Owner of FCM Hospitality
Matt Serra - Epi 8 - Owner of Kenwood Original
Andrew Foss - Head Brewer of Human Robot
Matt Knuttel - Lead Brewer of Mainstay Independent
Sean Darnell - Sales Director of Mainstay Independent
Mentioned Businesses
Der Braumeister - Cleveland Beer Garden
Mora - Band
Blood Hound Gang - Band
Standard Tap - Historic Philly Craft Beer Bar
Monk’s Cafe - Nationally Recognized Philly Beer Bar
BeerAdvocate - Beer Resource Website
Craft Hall - Home of Mainstay Independent Brewing
Johnny Brendas - Iconic Philly Bar
International Bar - Philly Bar
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What We Drank?
Christmas Boch
Boch | 7.0% 
Mainstay Independent
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Cleat Hitch
Pale Ale | 5.3% | American Hops
Mainstay Independent
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Poplar Pils
Pilsner | 5.0% | Noble
Mainstay Independent
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Helles
Lager | 5.0% 
Mainstay Independent
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Indisputable IPA
IPA | 5.0% | Cascade, Citra, Mosaic, El Dorado, & Centennial
Mainstay Independent
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