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Bar Chat: "Invertase Brewing Company - Beer, Trains, and Musical Refrains"
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Ever wonder what happens when science, celebrities, and craft beer collide? Welcome to Invertase Brew Company in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, where every pint comes with an extraordinary tale!
Our conversation with owner Steve Zolnay reveals how a Father's Day homebrew kit led to a family-owned brewery founded by a biochemist, and a mechanical engineer. The scientific precision behind their brewing process creates remarkably balanced and approachable beers that have earned a devoted following.
What truly makes this episode special are events that take place at Invertase and Steve's incredible stories. Like the time he traded 50 pounds of goat manure for backstage passes to an ELO concert, the repeat customer that arrives by freight train, and a ghostly friend that visits from time to time.
The brewery's connections to musical royalty are astounding - from Bruce Springsteen's saxophone player, to and insurance agent who has big names like Springsteen in her "portfolio." These aren't just celebrity name-drops; they're genuine human connections formed through Steve's natural curiosity and warmth.
Between Stellar Sips of their stellar Belgian Triple and Hazy New England IPA, we explore how Invertase hosts comedy nights, professional wrestling, and became a hub for unforgettable experiences.
Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, music lover, or simply appreciate great storytelling, this episode captures the magic that happens when passion, science, and community flow together. Ready to discover a brewery where the stories are as remarkable as the beer? Pour yourself something delicious and join us.
If you are in Phillipsburg New Jersey, please visit our friends from Invertase Brewing Company!
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Chapters
1. Intro and Introductions (00:00:00)
2. Founding Story and Beer Philosophy (00:02:08)
3. The Day They Drank Us Dry (00:08:48)
4. The Band Big Fuss Gets Their Own Beer! (00:12:04)
5. Train Man (00:14:32)
6. Goat Poop for Tickets (00:17:08)
7. Martin Guitar Has Heart (00:24:55)
8. Lactose Intolerance (00:29:09)
9. I'm in insurance (00:39:00)
10. Wrestling for the Brewery (00:50:29)
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