Maryland Beer Journal & Atlas
Maryland Beer: People, Places & Ideas
Western Maryland Craft Beverage Festival is Sept 6
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Western Maryland Craft Beverage Festival is Sept 6 >>> Click here for information <<<
— JOURNAL —
“How long can I boil this wort without disrupting the production schedule?” Meet Paul Davidson, co-founder and head brewer at Elder Pine Brewing and Blending in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Paul shares his experiences and methods for creating barrel-aged beer.
What’s happening with the Maryland Beer scene in June 2026? The Maryland Craft Beer Festival returns to Frederick, RaR opens Chessie’s Campus in Salisbury, we say farewell to Wico Street Beer Company, and more.
In the ever-evolving landscape of craft beer, some breweries stand out not just for their exceptional beers but for the unique stories and philosophies that underpin their operations. Mayan Monkey Brewing, nestled within a vibrant Mexican restaurant, is one such gem.
— EVENTS —
Join us at Hoffman Park on Sunday, Sep 6, from Noon - 6pm for the 2026 Western Maryland Craft Beverage Festival! This 8th year event is designed to showcase Maryland's breweries, wineries, distilleries, and their products.
HOPFEST is back at Max's Taphouse August 14-16, 2026.
Mark your calendar. More details to come.
FREE to enter. Must be 21+.
The City of Rockville’s Rocktobierfest celebrates German culture with beer, bands, bratwurst, and more!
We are pleased once again to host this unique event to promote Maryland’s microbreweries. The Maryland Microbrewery Festival is the highlight and culminating event of Carroll County Beer Week. This fun-packed festival celebrates and promotes the best of Maryland’s handcrafted and distinctive microbrews.
Max’s Taphouse is partnering with Bear Branch Malt and ~20 local breweries to celebrate Craft Malt Month! A selection of beers made using Bear Branch Malt will be available to taste and purchase, along with grain samples and other giveaways
German food, beer, music, dancing, and fun! This event raises money to support local charities.
QUAD STATE BEER FEST - CLAD iN PLAID
Join us for the 2026 Mount Airy Main Street Oktoberfest. Main Street will be transformed into a vibrant festival featuring German food and music and of course BEER!
Garrett County, Maryland - Celebrate the glory of autumn with fall foliage, seasonal beer, harvest festivities, lederhosen, and dirndls.
I talked with two of Maryland’s top brewers — Mike Tonsmiere of Sapwood Cellars and Paul Davidon of Elder Pine Brewing and Blending about barrel-aged beer. In this third entry in the series, they, along with some additional sources, share practical tips and philosophies on what to cellar, how to taste and pair it, and how to get the most out of the beers they’ve invested in a barrel.