This brewing company is a must see!!
There is a national brewing magazine that lists all notable breweries in the nation and I was so surprised to see that Maryland only had two breweries listed. One was on the Eastern Shore and one was in the town of Hampstead--Rulhman Brewing Co. I actually learned about this town gem while I was on the West Coast vacationing and chasing beer and nature. I was so excited to check this place out once I had landed back home in Maryland and lucky enough for me it was one of the best brewing companies I have ever been to (and I went to over 13 companies just on this last vacation alone)!
It is a family-run company and they have a small selection of quality, staple beers and some seasonal. I had a tasting of all of the current offerings--IPA, Tavern Pale Ale, Red Ale, Milk Stout, Chocolate Stout, and Dark Knight. Not a single beer disappointed. The Tavern Pale Ale was my favorite because it was surprisingly dark and rich in color and flavor. It was perfect! The Dark Knight is high in alcohol content and in flavor! The Chocolate Stout is smooth and has a scent of mint in it. It was obvious that every single beer that I tasted here was made with love, purpose, and soul. All beer is sold in six packs, twelve packs, singles, growlers, or kegs.
On to the atmosphere. The brewery is on a farm and has a disc golf course that is over a mile long! On weekends they have concerts with local bands and local food trucks. As I have already said, it is a family owned business, so anytime you go you will run into one of the Ruhlman family. They are all incredibly knowledgeable about the beer and the brewing process and are more than willing to talk to you about it. You can also take a brewery tour if you don't feel like kicking back, listening to music, and playing disc golf in the sun.
Overall, I fully feel that this brewery is possibly one of the best establishments that Maryland as a state has to offer. Fantastic beer, great atmosphere, beautiful, and friendly. There's nothing more I could as for. Well done, Ruhlmans! Well done!
Anyone that lives in the area or is traveling through MUST check out this hidden treasure! read more