Sam Calagione: Founder of Dogfish Head Craft Brewing - Interview

[@Theivv]

Mr. Calagione is one of the most laid back well spoken men I have ever had the opportunity to listen to. I love his beer, I wish I could get it shipped to me.

[@PaulMercedes]

What Sam said that I loved was "All beer is good" Being a home craft brewer, people think I'm a beer brat on one hand, then there's those that think I don't understand craft cuz I drink Miller Lite while I brew.....Beer is beer and if you can drink it, enjoy it, and have a good time, then have at it....Cheers to Sam for his philosophy

[@jr4chargers]

+Jay C But just like anything else, there's beers that I don't like. Example, I could drink stuff like Guinness, Negra Modelo, Miller lite, but I just hate the taste of Bud Light. So, I kinda disagree on the "All beer is good" part. I don't understand why it has to be different with beer, than something like a soda. The reason I said what I said in the last sentence, is because people seem to act like I'm a snob for not liking a certain beer. :P

[@esLeMarc]

I'm not sure which I enjoyed more, the tour of the brewery and meeting Sam, or watching the fruit of our labor. Well done James, another gem.

[@dogfishhead]

Thanks to the Better Beer Authority crew for dropping by and spreading the word about craft beer. Let's do it again soon. Cheers!

[@alejandromontealegre3672]

this gentleman deserves all the respect from the whole world. Sam, nevermind the darkness, your enterprise is pure light... loving my 4 year aged 120 m IPA. it ages well and complexity comes upfront. cheers DFH

[@PetrucciSatriani]

Lot of respect for Sam. Pretty apparent that he runs a great brewery and has a great head on his shoulders.

[@chuckelator]

Always loved Dogfish, probably my favorite brewery. And, also really proud that one of the best breweries is just a state's line away from me. And seeing how passionate and, dare I say crazy Sam is about what he does is definitely an inspiration.

[@JamesKnott]

Thanks. It was a lot of fun. He was very nice to everyone.

[@J_JetClips]

you definitely got Sam in a relaxed comfortable mode and the result was a great interview. very nice job.

[@JamesKnott]

You can tell he has a lot of pride about what he's built.

[@timshipley1898]

Watching this drinking a noble rot, let me tell you this is a value to me. I got 6 bottles for Fathers Day and let me tell you best fathers day ever.

[@fakih121]

I'm a big Sam Adams fan, but after watching this interview I am ready to take a chance on Dogfish Head. Sam Calagione is awsome

[@TheNemo71389]

Sam is one of my favorites I'm so happy for his success. Met him in arizona about 4 years ago very humble guy and will sit and talk to you for hours.

[@Kogerii]

You guys should've been drinking during the interview. He sounds like a very level-headed, down-to-earth guy with a good sense of perspective. Dogfish Head is expensive but I do enjoy it. Hope they continue to grow.

[@JamesKnott]

@NYRfan4ever Thanks. This might be my favorite episode of all time.

[@JamesKnott]

Thanks. It was a lot of fun.

[@donosborn]

Fun change of pace from the reviews. I'm jealous. Nice work James.

[@MrCrvthdave77]

Awesome interview! I love dogfish. always have. Their beer is proof of their passion for it.

[@JamesKnott]

@ChadzBeerReviews Thanks. I agree. I don't go ga-ga for all of their experimental beers, but most of the beers that I love from them were experimental when they were released. That spirit of innovation has inspired a lot of brewers to think outside the box and I think that's why Dogfish Head is important. I left the brewery that day way more impressed with DFH than I was before the day began.

[@dorf68]

I had to pause and comment on the fact that I love the fact you did not beep out the word FUCK when he let it fly. You just went up a knotch in my book. Your channel is gonna explode after this interview, FUCKIN well done my friend!!

[@guitarhero240]

great interview, love to hear sam's passion and love of craft brewing, definitely an inspiration for a hopeful future brewery owner

[@JamesKnott]

@esLeMarc It was fun seeing the excitement on your face that day. I'm glad you had fun. I think the experience beat expectations for most of us at the BBA.

[@CAV527]

@AgileHProduction thanks for the heads up on restroom because boy would my face be red. One day I hope to make the pilgrimage to Delaware. You guys at the BBA are awesome.

[@JamesKnott]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@1422afd]

Just discovered Dogfish Head a month or so ago. I'm now in the middle of trying all that I can get my hands on. I really love most of the brews I've tried from Dogfish Head.

[@billybobdick100]

Very down to earth guys cheers

[@jcomp21]

Sweet!! Amazing interview. I think you guys should do alot of these. Go to breweries and interview their founders. That rules and only you guys can pull this off the right way.

[@NYRfan4ever]

Awesome interview!! Cheers James and crew!!

[@JamesKnott]

It was 9am. Sam was more focused on his coffee at this point. He did hook us up with a case of fresh beer that tasted awesome. Aprihop that had just been bottled that morning.

[@ESerafini91]

You deserve this amount of views on every vid james. Much love

[@CheertoBeers]

Dogfish does some awesome stuff. But I usually tend to steer away from their beer because it doesn't ever blow me away.

[@JamesKnott]

Keep working at it! You can make it happen!

[@jorgemog]

Nice! I think of Sam as an inspiration.

[@257milo]

James excellent interview! Great to you guys in Delaware enjoying some Dogfiish! Looking forward to your next reviews! Cheers!

[@RyanReschan]

Great interview James, cheers!

[@JamesKnott]

@jcomp21 Thanks for the kind words. I would love to do more. We have to work within our budget and time constraints, but we will definitely try and do more big interviews. Let me know who you think the best brewer to interview would be.

[@brian9551]

Awesome video, Dogfish Head is one of my favorite breweries! I love their new romantic chemistry IPA

[@Ullarsskald1989]

120 Minute was so-so, but 90 minute is consistently good. My wife and I are moving to Maryland later this year from Illinois, a high light will be proximity to Dogfish Head.

[@nicholerichter]

Awesome Interview you had!!

[@tjharlow]

That's one awesome dude - great interview !!

[@JamesKnott]

Thanks. If every video got this many views I might be able to turn it into a job and keep going.

[@beerbetties]

What I would give to get Sam on my show!!

[@JamesKnott]

They definitely do a lot of interesting things and our trip just solidified my opinion of that.

[@JamesKnott]

@donosborn Thanks. I'm hoping to do more of these as the schedule allows. It's a lot more work, but it's also more rewarding too. Sam was a really cool guy.

[@homebeerbrewery]

Good interview!

[@nwzimmer1]

I agree; I love 60 minute, and even more so, 90 minute. 120 though is SO strong and SO over the top, I just can't say the same thing about it. I had to drink the single 12oz bottle for over an hour, it was so strong! I'll give them props though, for it, it's different!

[@dhartogs]

@brandon0409 The treehouse is a somewhat recent addition, it's from Steam Punk and DFH purchased it and had it shipped cross country, then put it up. They do have a meeting room in there. Fits their off centered image and in my opinion is bad ass. They made a brew pub exclusive of it, Steam Punk Porter, that was outstanding, wish they'd bottle it. Thanks for watching!

[@CraigKramer]

Good job guys.

[@hitau1063]

Enjoyed this one. Nice job

[@Krillekris]

I miss the Brew Masters series. The show was great, but it should be more than 5 episodes...

[@JamesKnott]

@CheertoBeers Just had World Wide Stout last night. I really liked it. Wish I would have bought more when I was at the brewery.

[@JamesKnott]

@StumpyJoeJr I had your question ready to go on my computer and I ran out of time. During the interview, I started to worry that talking about the ancient ales might be redundant to some of the stuff that we talked about, but in retrospect I think it would have worked. I also have some outtakes that aren't being released today that will be released in a couple of months that you might like.

[@RyanReschan]

@AgileHProductions No problem. I'm looking forward to the outtakes.

[@JamesKnott]

@CraftBeerTastic When you are there, make sure you tell him I said "hi"!

[@SwillinGrog]

I wish their brews were more readily available in Australia - and cheaper!

[@biker944]

awesome video

[@JamesKnott]

We still have more Delaware videos on the way!

[@JamesKnott]

@ThePaisteTrout477 I find that some of their beers are way better the second or third time I've had them after the expectations have been lowered. I didn't like Midas Touch the first time I had it. I retried it when I was researching this interview and I loved it. Completely different mindset.

[@danielmcdonald5569]

My #1 brewery is Odell or several ones in Colorado

[@JamesKnott]

There was a sixth episode that never aired. Maybe you can find it on Netflix or something like that.

[@milehighac2738]

DFH imperial brown ale is one of the most complex beers I have consumed. It is great!

[@lisagy4354]

90 minute.....my favorite.....sad that I can't find 120 minute

[@JamesKnott]

People question whether Sam Adams is too big to be a craft brewery all the time. I think its a fair question to ask about a fairly fast-growing brewery.

[@JamesKnott]

@CAV527 They have restrooms at the tasting room that are perfect for moments like that.

[@JamesKnott]

It is just unique to DFH and visually it sticks out against the big square brewery. If you are a shooter looking for something interesting to take photos or videos of, then that is pretty much the only thing on the outside of the brewery.

[@JamesKnott]

Maybe you need to take a road trip to Delaware! :)

[@JamesKnott]

On the dogfish head site, Sam Calagione recommends splitting the bottle with a friend. It is definitely meant to be sipped.

[@JamesKnott]

Did you see our Founder's interview?

[@JamesKnott]

It's definitely worth the chance. What's your favorite Sam Adams beer?

[@JamesKnott]

@charvelgtrs We hope to have more high profile brewers on soon. Trying to figure out who would be the next person to go for. Any suggestions?

[@cixelsyd40]

My favorite is the 120 min IPA

[@JamesKnott]

@jorgemog I think a lot of people see him that way. That's why I went out of my way to do this interview.

[@JamesKnott]

@dethwizard You should read his book "brewing up a business". It gives you a lot of insight into his character.

[@JamesKnott]

@bobottobob Thanks. Your beer will be coming soon! Your beer will be in good company on the same show as Sam.

[@SwillinGrog]

@AgileHProductions Very rarely but they can be found in "boutique" bottle shops here.

[@Mekinhumbel]

Love the fact that Sam has no interest in selling to some jackass multinational and no interest in going public. Stay strong. The U.S. needs more businessmen like him to give the finger to the widget salesmen like InBev, et. al. Good interview. Good questions. Bravo.

[@chrisshawhealth]

#1 Brewery outside the U.S. is Cantillon, inside the U.S. is Russian River, Ballast Point, Stone, Dogfish Head, and Alpine.

[@JamesKnott]

If only it wasn't 9am. He was just starting his workday and more focused on his coffee.

[@JamesKnott]

I don't curse on my channel, but I'm not China, so people can say what they want. Thanks for watching!

[@JamesKnott]

@dogfishheadbeer We just passed 5000 views. 98 percent "likes". The beer enthusiasts have spoken. They want more BBA at DFH! :) It was a lot of fun. I have friends in Delaware, so I'm sure I will be back your way at some point.

[@JamesKnott]

@plumerjr I think some of their experiments have to be taken with a grain of salt. Not every beer they make is for every beer drinker, but when you find one of their beers that is right for your pallet, then it is usually a work of beauty. I just Chickory Stout last night for the first time in a long time and discovered that it was way better than I remembered.

[@teodelfuego]

Hey, that's the Steampunk Treehouse from Burning Man 2007 parked outside the brewery!

[@doublej1790]

As a mechanical engineering student, how can I combine my passion for brewing and my education?

[@ggmattmartin]

sam is the keanu reeves of beer.

[@JamesKnott]

We should assign more brewers with their celebrity partners. Any ideas?

[@factotums]

I would've asked Sam if he feels that advertising has a role for both Dogfish Head and the craft beer movement going forward.

[@JamesKnott]

@plumerjr I haven't had Palo for a while. I really want to try it again.

[@icy_weiner]

Sam is the man. Legit as fuck.

[@LandmarkMediaInc]

DFH is all over California. Mostly just their regular line up

[@JamesKnott]

Is it better than Vermont? I enjoyed the beer in Vermont a lot.

[@JamesKnott]

@SwillinGrog How often do you see their beers? I didn't realize that they travelled that far.

[@JamesKnott]

@charvelgtrs He is on the list of people I would like to sit down with too.

[@guitarhero240]

upstate NY, finger lakes region...still a long ways away though

[@JamesKnott]

@CheertoBeers What's your favorite DFH beer?

[@JamesKnott]

@CraigKramer Thanks!

[@JamesKnott]

@TheeJohnnyG Good analogy!

[@systemtrend3194]

I made the mistake of trying the 90 minute then going back to the 60 minute. Night and day difference. Not saying 60 minute is bad, but 90 minute is way better. Can't wait to try the 120.

[@QDMA2011]

How come Dogfish Head won't distribute to Tennessee? Been really wanting to try it but no one can order it

[@JamesKnott]

@chuckelator Does that mean you live in Maryland?

[@mrmuyrapido]

Wow, well put about the macros trying to outshadow the little guys with their own "craft" offerings. I get so annoyed when I see "craft beer" advertised and I go to the bar and they've got Shock Top. And now it's Goose Island too!