Joe Short of Short’s Brewing interviews Aaron Kleidon of Scratch Brewing on this episode of the Brewer to Brewer podcast. Kleidon shares his background, including his upbringing in rural Illinois, his photography studies, and his journey to brewing.

On the beer front, he discusses Scratch Brewing’s unique approach, including their 10-barrel copper kettle and wood-fired system, and their focus on local ingredients like chanterelle mushrooms and sassafras leaves. Kleidon also talks about their small-batch brewing, the brewery’s rustic charm, and their commitment to sustainability. The conversation highlights Scratch Brewing’s dedication to craftsmanship and their community’s support. Listen in and be inspired.

Listen to the whole conversation on the Brewer to Brewer Podcast. Download below, or on Amazon, Overcast, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

This episode is sponsored by:

Malteurop
Malteurop

Malteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC’s commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.


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