Beer Sessions Radio™ host Jimmy Carbone is tearing it up at CBC this week, making new friends and connecting with neighbors who are also down in DC for the conference. He managed to catch half the team of New Jersey’s Carton Brewing, Augie Carton (who founded the brewery with his cousin Chris), who told us about his brewery and visits to the CBC.
How many years have you attended the CBC, and what are the highlights thus far for CBC13?
This is my third year here. I really thought the highlight of the conference was the keynote speech by Kim Jordan (New Belgium Brewing).
Have you noted any trends at this year’s Conference?
There definitely seems to be a heavy focus on sustainability in brewing.
What are your favorite beer hang-outs when in DC?
I really like Churchkey and Meridian Pint.
DC is quickly becoming a craft beer destination. What are your favorite breweries in the greater DC area?
I’m very interested to see what happens as Bluejacket expands, and DC Brau has transitioned well from a more generic beer manufacturer to a leader in the DC craft beer scene.
What are your favorite new beers you’ve had at CBC13?
I just checked my Untapp’d account. As of this (Thursday) morning, I’ve tried 72 new beers since Tuesday. It seems unfair to single any dozen or so out from that many.