I think for a lot of people, Union Craft Brewing is the gateway into local craft beer. Even though they weren't the first craft brewery in Baltimore, they seemed to be on the face of the scene.
I've spent many a night at the old tap room that was down on the Hampden/Woodberry line. It wasn't big but it was cozy and people were always cool. I drank so much Anthem and Double Duckpin. And then they introduced their sour, Old Pro. That was a game changer for me. If you open my fridge at any time you'll probably see some Old Pro in there.
When Union moved to a bigger location I was so excited. The only problem I found with the original spot, and it's a good problem to have, was that it wasn't big enough. It got crowded pretty fast. The new spot is amazing. I've had multiple birthday gatherings there, my wife and I had our engagement photos taken there and we even did part of our rehearsal dinner there. We had all of our friends that came to Baltimore from out of town for our wedding join us at Union for some beers. It was hit. Since then some of them have made it a point to come back to spend time at Union. Not to see us. But to go to Union.
Union has made so many great beers over the years but I always find myself going back to Old Pro. I know sour beers aren't for everyone, but I love them. I got really excited when I saw they made a little update to the classic Old Pro flavor. They created Cold Pro and it's my new love. That's what I'm digging right now. Trust me when I say that you will definitely find something you love at Union Craft Brewing.