Mike Kivowitz from New Jersey Craft Beer

Mike Kivowitz of New Jersey Craft Beer joins Richard and Vic in the basement for a really fun episode of Vic's Basement Brewcast.  Mike has created one of the best craft beer clubs in all of the US and is one of the best ambassadors for Craft Beer in the region.  They drink some beers, talk about the growth of NJ Craft Beer, Ben Folds, The Count Basie Theatre, and have an all around good time with one of our favorite people around.  Mike has always been there to help SJBeerScene.com and promote breweries, bars, restaurants, and bottle shops all across NJ.  

If you are not a member, spend the $25 and you will receive a 1 Year membership that entitles you to discounts and offers all over the state. The card easily pays for itself in no time and also connects you to a large group of beer loving members and a private Facebook group that is full of lively discussion, beer recommendations, and great beer talk.  Visit NJCraftbeer.com today and get your 2020 membership

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Publish Date: 10/30/2019




Recent Episodes

Our first episode from the brand new Ludlam Island Brewery located in Woodbine, NJ, at the former Mouse Trap Bowling Alley Site. Tom and Vic are joined by South Jersey Beer Scene founder John Couchoud as we talk to the always great Billy Topley from his new location. Talkin' Beer, Food, and the details on the new amazing location for one of the best breweries in the region. 

To get all the info on the great beer and food featuring a fantastic barbecue selection visit Ludlam Island Brewery on the web HERE



Publish Date: 7/4/2024


Our first episode from the brand new Ludlam Island Brewery located in Woodbine, NJ, at the former Mouse Trap Bowling Alley Site. Tom and Vic are joined by South Jersey Beer Scene founder John Couchoud as we talk to the always great Billy Topley from his new location. Talkin' Beer, Food, and the details on the new amazing location for one of the best breweries in the region. 

To get all the info on the great beer and food featuring a fantastic barbecue selection visit Ludlam Island Brewery on the web HERE



Publish Date: 7/4/2024


Meyers Brewing Company opened in 2021 in the Fishtown area of Philly and in a few short years has become part of the fabric of the trendy neighborhood. Owner Mike Meyers aims to bring the same sense of fun and community to the Jersey Shore with the soon to open Meyers Lighthouse Brewery and Mini Golf in Ocean View. Vic, Richard, and Tom took the trip down to Cape May County’s newest brewery to speak with Mike and head brewer Andrew Swanson. The guys discussed the Meyers Brewery history, plans for the new location and what beers we may see on tap for the projected Memorial Day weekend opening. Meyer’s Lighthouse Brewery and Mini-Golf is located at 2576 US-9, Ocean View, NJ 08230



Publish Date: 5/22/2024


Meyers Brewing Company opened in 2021 in the Fishtown area of Philly and in a few short years has become part of the fabric of the trendy neighborhood. Owner Mike Meyers aims to bring the same sense of fun and community to the Jersey Shore with the soon to open Meyers Lighthouse Brewery and Mini Golf in Ocean View. Vic, Richard, and Tom took the trip down to Cape May County's newest brewery to speak with Mike and head brewer Andrew Swanson. The guys discussed the Meyers Brewery history, plans for the new location and what beers we may see on tap for the projected Memorial Day weekend opening. Meyer's Lighthouse Brewery and Mini-Golf is located at 2576 US-9, Ocean View, NJ 08230



Publish Date: 5/22/2024


A podcast 3 years in the making! Vic finally gets Jeff from Heavy Reel Brewing Companyand Zach from  Gusto Brewing Companydown in the basement. Head brewers Greg and Dan join the group along with Tom and Richard. We talk about the history and growth of both breweries, some of their newest beers, perfect pours and what happens when a beer doesn’t come out as planned. We also get into a conversation about Pork Roll/Taylor Ham (Editor's note: it is clearly pork roll, taylor ham is blasphemy), haunted breweries and mysterious ice cream stands. Like Ozzy a little off the rails, but the train arrives safely.

 



Publish Date: 5/1/2024


A podcast 3 years in the making! Vic finally gets Jeff from Heavy Reel Brewing Companyand Zach from  Gusto Brewing Companydown in the basement. Head brewers Greg and Dan join the group along with Tom and Richard. We talk about the history and growth of both breweries, some of their newest beers, perfect pours and what happens when a beer doesn't come out as planned. We also get into a conversation about Pork Roll/Taylor Ham (Editor's note: it is clearly pork roll, taylor ham is blasphemy), haunted breweries and mysterious ice cream stands. Like Ozzy a little off the rails, but the train arrives safely.

 



Publish Date: 5/1/2024


We took the show on the road and hung out with Jon Henderson at the Good Time Tricycle Productions HQ to talk about the the history, evolution, and the upcoming Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival coming up on April 12th and 13th at the Atlantic City Convention Center.



Publish Date: 4/6/2024


We took the show on the road and hung out with Jon Henderson at the Good Time Tricycle Productions HQ to talk about the the history, evolution, and the upcoming Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival coming up on April 12th and 13th at the Atlantic City Convention Center.



Publish Date: 4/6/2024


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