
Peterson keeps Fife Street Brewing strong
April 10, 2025
Fife Street Brewing is a powerhouse in the Charleston, WV, local beverage scene. Led by brewer Gil Peterson’s popular core ale styles, it always spices up its business with tasty seasonal offerings. The brewery menu in spring 2025 is no exception.

With head brewer Peterson at the helm, Fife Street beers show a refinement and character that confirms the talent working in the brewhouse.
On this episode of West Virginia Beer Roads, Charles and Erin are joined by Peterson, who provides an update on pretty much anything FIFE STREET BEER. Join us for Episode 097 of West Virginia Beer Roads.
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Included in this episode
Minutes : Seconds | Discussion Topic |
1:02 | Fife’s new Raspberry Berliner Weisse |
2:25 | Reviewing Gil’s resume |
4:20 | Responding to industry changes |
6:25 | Opportunities in the Charleston WV local beer market |
10:23 | Beer Styles: those growing and up-and-coming |
12:50 | Working with other WV brewers |
13:50 | Tasting the new “Chemical Valley Hazy IPA” |
15:54 | Beer in bourbon barrels |
16:33 | Core beers in cans |
18:12 | Lessons learned |
19:44 | Brewery expansion plans |
21:28 | Love for other WV breweries |
22:51 | Quality assurance |
24:33 | Upcoming summer beers |

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