
Consuming the Craft
by Jeff "Puff" Irvin•★ 4.9(2.4k Reviews)
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Exploring Guinness in Ireland, Jameson Whiskey, and Beer Science with Seth Hewitt of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Today on Consuming the Craft, I had the pleasure of catching up with Seth Hewitt, brewing supervisor extraordinaire at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Fresh off a trip to Ireland, S...
Green Man Brewing’s Matt Peyton and Joe Summers on Trends, Classics, and Craft Beer Resilience
Today on Consuming the Craft, I welcomed two of the driving forces behind Green Man Brewing Company: Joe Summers, Managing Director, and Matt Peyton, Director of Brewing. We dove d...
Celebrating Growth and Hands-On Learning at AB Tech with President John Gossett
Today on Consuming the Craft, I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. John Gossett, president of Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College, to mark his five-year annivers...
Brewing, Distilling, and Everything Between: The Ever-Growing Beverage Curriculum
Today on Consuming the Craft, I’m celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the first graduating class from the Brewing, Distillation, and Fermentation program here at AB Tech. Joinin...
Travels in Taste: Pennsylvania Distilleries and Irish Whiskey with Ryan Schreder
In today's episode, I got to catch up with recent AB Tech graduate Ryan Schreder, who just completed a whirlwind tour of craft distilleries and breweries in Pennsylvania, all while...
Cheers to Brandy, Burnout, and Mental Health in Craft Brewing
In today’s episode, I sat down with my friend Katie, who, after pouring her heart into the brewing industry for over six years, made the difficult yet crucial decision to step away...
The Rise of Regenerative Malting and Exploring New Flavors with Riverbend’s Brent Manning
In today’s episode, I caught up again with Brent Manning, one of the founders of Riverbend Malt House, to dig into all the big moves happening at his malt operation. We delved into...
Behind the Beats and Brews: Kelly Minnis' Path to Craftsmanship
I enjoyed chatting with the multifaceted Kelly Minnis today on Consuming the Craft. From his intriguing background, which includes diverse experiences in Seattle, Houston, Austin, ...
Dan Hodges on Mushrooms, Cider, Wine, and Truffles at Bridge Farm
I enjoyed sitting down with Dan Hodges from Bridge Farm in today's episode. Our conversation kicked off with an intriguing look into his ambitions for Highland Mushrooms, and a thr...
Sanitation and Safety in the Craft Beverage Industry with Anthony Horger
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of catching up with Anthony Horger, a former AB Tech program graduate. We dived into his impressive journey from a local brewery job post-gra...
Crafting with Care: Addressing Allergens in the Brewing Industry with Jeff Rickert
Today, on Consuming the Craft, I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Jeffrey Rickert, a graduate of our program who has shifted his focus from brewing to food safety education. J...
Brewing Outside the Box: Julian's Vision for a Sustainable, Interactive Brewery
Today on Consuming the Craft, I sat down with Julian, the founder of Outsider Brewing Company, to discuss his unique perspective on the craft brewery business model. Julian shared ...
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