BabyCat Brewery of Silver Spring

BabyCat Brewery of Silver Spring is a brewery in Silver Spring, MD. It operates two taprooms, one in Kensington and one in Bethesda, where guests can order beer at the bar, the service counter, or via a mobile device. The Kensington location features the Cattie Shak food truck, while the Bethesda location has a kitchen menu. The brewery offers a casual atmosphere designed for relaxation and social connection, with live music events scheduled at both sites.

The name and identity of the business originate from the founders, Sam Mussomeli and Megan. Sam, who started brewing in his kitchen and then his basement, adopted a tuxedo cat named Alice, who remained a runt into adulthood and earned the nickname BabyCat. Alice would sit in the kitchen doorway to supervise Sam’s brewing techniques and ingredient choices, becoming the de facto supervisor of the operation. When the couple decided to open a brewery, they named it after her. Alice remains a companion to the family, including their sons Sammy and Marcus. Sam serves as the founder, owner, and head tinkerer, continuing to develop the beer recipes that define the brewery’s offerings.

The business holds a rating of 4.60 based on customer reviews. This positive feedback reflects the experience guests have at the Kensington and Bethesda locations.

In Silver Spring, BabyCat Brewery of Silver Spring provides a local brewing experience rooted in a personal family story and a casual, community-focused environment.