Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 202: Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Part 1
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Release Date: 02/18/2026
Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 215: Rundreise at Brewlando
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It's Oktoberfest time again, and Brewlando locations in Orlando and Sanford are taking things up a notch with this year's Rundreise! Roughly translated to Road Trip, Rundreise is an 8-beer virtual trip through some of the major brewing cities in Germany and Austria. In addition, there's also food, merch, and other festivities! We spoke to Brewlando Founder and Owner Shara Pathak about event details, each of the new beers being released, and unlocking a core memory with one of this year's beers. Find us on Social Media! Just search for Florida Beer Blog on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, TikTok...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 214: Little Kings Enters Florida Distribution
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Little Kings Cream Ale is an important part of the cultural identity of its hometown Cincinnati, OH. Produced and packaged in signature 7 oz. green glass bottles since the 1950's, many a resident of the Queen City has fond memories of drinking Little Kings. Now that beer is expanding under current ownership and has entered the Florida market! We spoke to Elliott Culter, COO of the Cincinnati Beverage Company about bearing the torch for this iconic beer, why Florida was an essential market for them, and the joys of their signature green glass bottles. Find us on Social Media! Just search for...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 213: Big Drip Coffee at Backyard Social
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Since opening 3 years ago, Backyard Social has become a magnet for people looking for variety in the Ft. Myers social scene. Boasting six food trucks, a massive full liquor bar, games and regular events, Backyard Social promises a little something for everyone. It is also the new home of South Cypress Brewing and of the brand new Big Drip coffee bar. We spoke with Tucker Zahorian, Backyard Social Bar Manager and also owner of Big Drip Coffee. With both of those job titles, it is his job to curate almost all of the libations poured at Backyard Social (South Cypress Brewing notwithstanding, of...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 212: Building an Event at Ft. Myers Brewing
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Events are nothing new to the craft beer industry. Some breweries, however, take things much bigger than the traditional weekly trivia nights. Some go all pout, creating yearly spectacles that draw in patrons that have eagerly anticipated the festivities. One such brewery is Ft. Myers Brewing. Their yearly event portfolio spans such calendar-based events as Oktoberfest and Christmas, but also branches off into FMB-exclusives such as their now annual Grouperfest, centered around their Mosaic Grouper Pale Ale. We spoke to Theresa Lavelle, Director of Marketing, during their Christmas...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 211: Mocama Brewing Pt. 2
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This is Part 2 of our conversation at Mocama Brewing in Fernandina Beach, just north of Jacksonville. If you haven't listened to Part 1, make sure to listen to Episode 210. On this episode is continuing our conversation with Head Brewer Justin Southwell, Brewer and Production Manager Nicholas Johnson, Assistant Brewer Justin Conway, Coffee Shop Manager Elliott Terral. The conversation starts with the changing face of what new craft breweries look like vs. what new craft breweries looked like a decade ago, the first beer you should always try when visiting a new brewery, and the surprising...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 210: Mocama Brewing Pt. 1
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Nestled in on Florida's Atlantic side, just north of Jacksonville, is the small island community of Fernandina Beach. Here, in an old car dealership and tile showroom, sits Mocama Brewing. Mocama is the word for ocean in the ancient Timacua dialect that was spoken by pre-Colombian civilizations in the area. The namesake brewery opened near the end of 2020, opened by five people that had cut their teeth in the craft beer industry in locations like Creature Comforts. It is currently owned and operated by husband and wife team Kim and Andrew Batey and operates a full service kitchen, coffee shop...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 209: Coral Reefer CannaBrew
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It is no secret that CBD infused beverages are becoming the next hot item in craft drinks. The regulation surrounding these, however, tends to still be a work in progress. Also currently undergoing refinement is how these beverages are marketed and sold to the general public. But, if you're going to have a beverage that promotes the idea of a fun sunny day, who better to pair with it then the Legacy of Florida favorite Jimmy Buffett? That was all the idea behind Coral Reefer, a new non-alcoholic CBD infused beverage. Produced with the inspiration of everyone's favorite parrot head, these...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 208: Tidal Brewing, Spring Hill
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It is impossible to ignore what Tidal Brewing in Spring Hill used to be in a former life. The gas station pumps have long since been removed but the overhang remains, as well as the separate car wash that has been turned into a brewhouse. And an award-winning brewhosue, no less. That work was done by owners Dave and Maxine Peitzman, both former teachers in Hernando County turned brewmaster and tap room manager for one of the area's hottest breweries. I sat down with Dave and Maxine to discuss beer in the region, how Tidal reflected their own backgrounds in education, and the joys of converting...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 207: Green Turtle Brewery and Public House, St. Petersburg
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There is nothing more cozy, warm, and inviting than a British pub. With deep colors, understated pub signs, and tons of Premier League scarves covering every potential space, the new Green Turtle Brewery and Public House on Central in St. Pete does everything right to appease our friends from across the pond. Green Turtle is owned by its brewer Todd Bearden. His brewing path began in St. Louis while in school for theatre, so we spoke to him about that experience, finding the right location for Green Turtle, and the depth of a good cask ale program. Find us on Social Media...
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Florida Beer Podcast - Episode 206: Retro Chill at 3 Daughters Brewing
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The RTD, or Ready To Drink craft cocktail, has taken the craft beverage world by storm recently. These ready mixed cocktails are a perfect compliment to any occasion and give consumers that aren't necessarily interested in beer a different avenue to try. One brewery in Florida, our friends at St Pete's 3 Daughters Brewing, has been embracing the RTD phenomenon for years, putting substantial thought behind their line of Retro Chill RTD beverages. These inspired cocktails, of which there are now four, are available statewide in a variety of locations. We sat down with Corey Auger,...
info_outlineIn 2025, USA Today released its newest list of Top 10s in the nation. These top 10 lists are voted on by a readers poll, based on a variety of different businesses, locales, and factors. Firmly in the Top 10 for New Breweries is Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Co., found in Stuart, Fl.
It's a massive space with multiple rooms, a wide variety of beverages, a dance floor, and plenty of weekday and weekend activities to keep you occupied. All of the beers and spirits you consume there are the brainchild of one man, Brewmaster and Head Distiller Dan Rogers.
In Part 1 of our interview we sit down with Dan to chat about his 30+ years of experience, bringing craft beer and craft spirits to Stuart and the Treasure Coast, and exactly what it takes to open a distillery.
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Host & Editor: David Butler of the Florida Beer Blog
Executive Producer: Jaime (“Jemmy”) Legagneur, Chief Enthusiasm Officer
Field Producer: Steve Pekala
Guest: Dan Rogers, Brewmaster and Head Distiller, Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Co.
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