Interviews of the Craft Beer Industry
We could talk about craft beer all day, and we’re not the only ones. Here’s a collection of craft beer-related interviews we’ve compiled that we believe best represent the industry and community we so love to be a part of. Cheers.
“Craft Beers Brew Innovation to Satisfy U.S. Thirsts”
Source: Bloomberg TV
Sam Calagione, Founder and President of Dogfish Head Brewery
- Milton, DE based brewery opened in 1995
- 175,000 barrels annually
- Popular beers include 90 Minute IPA and Midas Touch
“Anchor Brewing Company: A Conversation with Craft Beer Pioneer Fritz Maytag”
Source: ReasonTV
Fritz Maytag, Owner and Brew Master of Anchor Brewing Company
- San Francisco, CA based brewery founded in 1896
- Purchased by Fritz Maytag in 1965
- One of last breweries to produce Steam Beer
“Greg Koch: CEO of Stone Brewing Co.”
Source: Better Beer Authority
Greg Koch, Founder and CEO of Stone Brewing Co.
- Escondido, CA based brewery founded in 1996
- 10th largest craft brewery nationwide, 17th largest by sales volume
- Known for Arrogant Bastard Ale
“Cicerone – Ray Daniels Interview”
Source: Beer America TV
Greg Daniels, Founder and Program Director of Cicerone Certificate Program
- Cicerones are essentially “beer sommeliers”
- Expertise in selecting, acquiring, and serving beer
- Structured program with multiple levels
“Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. – Tour and Interview with Ken Grossman”
Source: Chico Grid
Ken Grossman, Founder of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
- Chico, CA based brewery founded in 1980
- 2nd best selling craft brewery behind Sam Adams
- Environmentalism incl. using organic hops in its beer and solar energy to power the brewery
