On this episode of Brewer to Brewer Christopher Schooley of Troubadour Maltings interviews Kelly McKnight of New Belgium Brewing Co.
Schooley and McKnight sharing their experiences working in the beer, coffee, and malting industries and discuss the importance of curiosity, willingness to take risks, and personalization in their crafts.
Both highlight and offer insight into the value of collaboration, partnerships, and ethical practices in the industry and the importance of descriptive language and diverse judges when it comes to competitions. And listen in as they talk about the challenges of scaling recipes and incorporating new ingredients.
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