Appalachia Meets World Episode 63 - Appalachian Craft Brew (and ’Shine’) with Oscar Wong

In this episode Neil and Will touch (and taste) on the heritage of 'spirits' in Appalachia, as well as the craft brew industry that has taken hold in the region.  The guys had the pleasure of sitting down with Oscar Wong, the "Godfather" of Beer in Appalachia and founder of Highland Brewing, the first craft beer brewery in the "Craft Beer Capital of America."  Aside from the beer, they discuss the economic impact it has had on the region.  Oscar explains how it all started, what the future holds for the local brewery and how he will forever be Appalachian.  Take a listen, you might even hear the guys thoughts (and tastes) on White Lightning, what it was like growing up "dry" and one (or two) references to 'Ol Uncle Popcorn.  Also, don't forget about the #AppBiz(s) of the week: Tim Smith's Climax Moonshine; Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine; Junior Johnson's Midnight Moon; Troy and Sons Platinum; Stillhouse Clear Corn Whiskey; Bill Elliott's Moonshine; George Dickel White Corn Whisky; and Popcorn Sutton's Tennessee White Whiskey!   

Highland Brewing: www.highlandbrewing.com 

Tim Smith's Climax moonshine: www.timsmithspirits.com 

Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine: www.olesmoky.com 

Junior Johnson's Midnight Moon: www.juniorsmidnightmoon.com 

 Troy & Sons Platinum: www.ashevilledistilling.com 

Stillhouse Clear Corn Whiskey: www.stillhouse.com 

Bill Elliott's Moonshine: www.dawsonvillemoonshinedistillery.com 

George Dickel White Corn Whisky: www.georgedickel.com 

Popcorn Sutton's Tennessee White Whiskey: www.popcornsutton.com