The UnCapped Podcast

05/13/2025

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On this episode I had the chance to sit down with Braden Bumpers from McClintock Distilling, Eli Breitburg-Smith from Baltimore Spirits Company, and Ryan Norwood from Sagamore Spirit. We talked all about Ry Curious—a special collaborative Maryland rye whiskey blend created by these three distilleries. We got into the details of the project, including the guidelines that required the whiskey to be at least three years old and distilled right here in Maryland. These three were ready to roll this year, but we’re all hopeful more distilleries will join in future editions. We also explored each of their approaches to distilling and blending rye, the unique aspects of their stills and techniques, how Ry Curious came together, and what’s ahead—including more releases and events in the Spirits of Maryland series hosted by the Maryland Distillers Guild.

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On this episode I had the chance to sit down with Braden Bumpers from McClintock Distilling, Eli Breitburg-Smith from Baltimore Spirits Company, and Ryan Norwood from Sagamore Spirits. We talked all about Ry Curious—a special collaborative Maryland rye whiskey blend created by these three distille...

04/25/2025

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In this episode of the Uncapped podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with John Zerivitz of Cultivate and Craft, representing the Brewers Association of Maryland, and Abby Casarella, the event manager for the Brewers Association of Maryland Brewers Association of Maryland. We dive into everything you need to know about the upcoming Maryland Craft Beer Festival—set in the heart of downtown Frederick. From the date and time to exciting new features like the Super VIP experience (think early access, private lounges, and exclusive presentations), we cover it all.
We also get into the festival’s impressive growth, the incredible lineup of Maryland breweries, live entertainment, and why grabbing your tickets in advance is a must. And of course, we keep things fun with our signature off-the-wall questions and plenty of laughs along the way. If you love craft beer, good vibes, and a little bit of chaos, this one's for you.
Get your tickets here —> www.mdcraftbeerfestival.com
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04/22/2025

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In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited Fallen Oak Distilling, located right next to Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company. We sat down with the four co-owners, Chris, Charlie, Ralph, and Ryan, to talk about how both establishments got started and evolved over time. They share the story of the fallen oak tree that not only inspired the distillery's name but also provided wood for its construction. We dive into their unique farm-to-bottle approach, the wide variety of spirits and beers they offer, the mix of family-friendly and adult-focused spaces, and the backgrounds that each owner brings to the table. We also chatted with the head and lead brewers about their brewing philosophies, their core and seasonal offerings, how they distribute their beer, and some exciting barrel-aged releases coming up—including collaborations with the distillery.

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In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited Fallen Oak Distillery, located right next to Lone Oak Brewery. We sat down with the four co-owners, Chris, Charlie, Ralph, and Ryan, to talk about how both establishments got started and evolved over time. They share the story of the fallen oak tre

04/15/2025

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In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited BierBath in Sykesville, Maryland, interviewing co-founders Greg and Hector. The idea for Bier Bath came from Hector's visit to a beer spa in Iceland. He and Greg, who initially considered a brewery, partnered to bring the concept to the US.

The "beer bath" uses beer ingredients (hops and barley), minerals, and Epsom salt in water, not actual beer, yeast, or alcohol. Benefits include vitamin B and antioxidants good for the skin. The experience involves a soak, infrared sauna, and shower.

Bier Bath features a separate spa and a large taproom with a rotating selection of nearly 100 beers, mainly from microbreweries. They have a flight club and are introducing their own house lager. Future plans include potential expansion and a take-home version of the beer bath experience; they will also be adding cocktails to their offerings.

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In this episode of the Uncapped Podcast, we visited Bier Bath in Sykesville, Maryland, interviewing co-founders Greg and Hector. The idea for Bier Bath came from Hector's visit to a beer spa in Iceland. He and Greg, who initially considered a brewery, partnered to bring the concept to the US. &

12/23/2024

IT’S REALLY HAPPENING!!! We’re beyond excited to announce our public soft opening on Friday 12/27 from 5-11pm! To help us get the word out, every share of this post, to a different Facebook or Instagram page, will count as an entry in a drawing for 2 VIP tickets to our private opening before the public opening on Friday! The contest ends at 5pm on Tuesday 12/24. We’re SO looking forward to showing you all the newly reimagined space that has so much history in our beautiful city! See everyone on Friday night 😊🍸🍻🍾

12/13/2024

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Episode 379 features Steve McIntyre, the founder and owner of RAK Brewing Co. , and Branden Roth, the head brewer, to discuss their journey in the craft beer industry and the first year at RAK. We discussed the unique challenges and opportunities of opening a brewery in a competitive market and the importance of adapting to evolving consumer preferences.
Finally we talked about the upcoming expansion set to open in February and their 1 year anniversary party taking place on December 14th.
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Episode 379 features Steve McIntyre, the founder and owner of RAK Brewing Company, and Branden Roth, the head brewer, to discuss their journey in the craft beer industry and the first year at RAK. We discussed the unique challenges and opportunities of opening a brewery in a competitive market and t

11/27/2024

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This week's episode is with Jessee Johnson from Brewery Fire , we talked about all of the exciting changes happening at the brewery. It's been a few years since we last chatted, and a lot has happened. Dave, the previous partner, has moved on, and Jesse brought on a new partner, Deep, who has a strong business background. They're also in the process of rebranding with a new logo designed by a friend of Jesse’s, and they’re looking at new properties to expand.
We talked about a bunch of Brewery Fire’s beers, including their core beers, the new Mexican hot chocolate stout aged in single malt whiskey barrels, and their rye lager.
We talked about the importance of having a good food truck, and Jesse mentioned that they are working on getting a food truck full time at their current location. He also mentioned that they are hoping to increase their social media presence but need to find someone to manage it for them.
Of course, we also had a little fun with my stupid questions. I learned that Jesse's go-to gas station is owned by one of his best friends, and that he wishes he was better at playing guitar. It was great catching up with Jesse, and I can't wait to see what the future holds for Brewery Fire.
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This week's episode is with Jessee Johnson from Brewery Fire, we talked about all of the exciting changes happening at the brewery. It's been a few years since we last chatted, and a lot has happened. Dave, the previous partner, has moved on, and Jesse brought on a new partner, Deep, who has a stron

11/22/2024

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In episode 375 we talked to Chris Spear, a personal chef and entrepreneur, who discusses his journey into the food industry. Chris details his experience working in large-scale kitchens, his decision to launch his own personal chef business called Perfect Little Bites, and his passion for creating unique and flavorful dishes. The episode also explores his podcast, Chefs Without Restaurants, a platform dedicated to supporting aspiring food entrepreneurs. Chris shares insights into running his business, navigating the challenges of the restaurant industry, and his perspective on food criticism.
Check him out at www.christopheraspear.com
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In the episode we talk to Chris Spear, a personal chef and entrepreneur, who discusses his journey into the food industry. Chris details his experience working in large-scale kitchens, his decision to launch his own personal chef business called Perfect Little Bites, and his passion for creating uni

11/15/2024

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This week we talked to Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs about his whiskey brand Knobel Spirits.
Huge thank you to Frederick Wine House for setting this up!

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This week we talked to Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs about his whiskey brand Knobel Spirits. Huge thank you to Frederick Wine House for setting this up!   Click here to subscribe on iTunes Click here to subscribe on Google Podcasts Click here to subscribe on Spotify Subscribe to o

10/22/2024

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In this episode, we talk to Keith Marcoux from Olde Mother Brewing Co. to talk about our shared anniversaries. We are celebrating 8 years of Uncapped and 9 years of Olde Mother. We also talked about an upcoming Halloween party they are hosting with McClintock Distilling, two events being held in support of fallen first responders, and a distillery that Keith has planned. There was also a lot of random babbling.
Monster Mash tickets — > https://bit.ly/FredMonsterMash

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In this episode, we talk to Keith Marcoux from Olde Mother Brewing Company to talk about our shared anniversaries. We are celebrating 8 years of Uncapped and 9 years of Olde Mother. We also talked about an upcoming Halloween party they are hosting with McClintock Distilling, two events being held in

10/11/2024

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In this episode we talk to Nick Markoff (owner) and Paul Brubacher (Director of Operations) from Markoff's Haunted Forest, a popular haunted attraction in Maryland. We discuss the history of the haunted forest, from its humble beginnings as a mobile haunt in a converted school bus to its current sprawling operation. Also discussed was the challenges of running a seasonal, outdoor attraction, including weather, permitting, staffing, and the immense amount of work required to create a truly memorable experience. We also touched on the success of the haunted forest, its strong sense of community, and the annual tradition it has created for many. Throughout the conversation, Nick and Paul emphasize the importance of creativity, collaboration, and the dedication of their team, which they affectionately refer to as their "October family." Nick and Paul also express excitement about the expansion of Markoff's Haunted Forest, including the addition of a full-sized Russian biplane, and the launch of a new holiday attraction, Calleva Christmas, a family-friendly Christmas light display.

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In this episode we talk to Nick Markoff (owner) and Paul Brubacher (Director of Operations) from Markoff's Haunted Forest, a popular haunted attraction in Maryland. We discuss the history of the haunted forest, from its humble beginnings as a mobile haunt in a converted school bus to its current spr

10/10/2024

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In this episode, we talk to Chris Jaccobs from Beer Zombies. He tells us about the journey from starting an Instagram account to opening a production brewery in 10 years. Along the way there were numerous collaborations, bottle shops, merch drops, and contract brewing. The episode ends with stupid questions that were recorded the night before at the brewer's party for Kill the Lights. Corey Campbel () from RAR joined in for the stupid questions.
Note: This episode was recorded last year during the Kill The Light beer festival at Xul Beer Company. Tickets for this year's festival are currently on sale at https://xulbeer.com/event/kill-the-lights-2024-10-26/

In this episode we talk to Chris Jaccobs from Beer Zombies. He tells us about the journey from starting an Instagram account to opening a production brewery in 10 years. Along the way their were numerous collabs, bottle shops, merch drops, and contract brewing. The episode ends with stupid questions