BYO Nano Podcast
The Nano segment of craft brewing is growing fast with the majority of new breweries opening up falling into this small-scale, hyper-local segment working on brewing systems five barrels or under. Each month on this podcast learn the business, marketing, and brewing strategies targeted for this smaller-scale sized brewery needs. From strategies to maximizing taproom sales to forecasting brewery budgets to brewing great beer in small spaces, you’ll learn from craft beer experts and fellow Nano brewers the tips and strategies for success to improve – or launch – your small brewery. New episodes will be added to this page each month in addition to all major podcast platforms. Please email any questions, thoughts, and feedback on the BYO Nano Podcast to nano@byo.com. You can use the player provided here to listen to episodes or subscribe to this show through a variety of popular podcast platforms linked just below. Cheers!
Episode 33 – Buying a Nano Brewery
On this episode of the BYO Nano Podcast we’re talking about best practices and advice for someone who wants to take over a small, existing brewery.
The idea came from a listener who wrote: “I’m someone who is overwhelmed by the non-beer aspects of starting a taproom from scratch – legal, regulatory, architectural design and layout, branding, marketing, and a blank sheet of paper. I’ve explored a couple of taprooms and small brewpubs for sale. What’s a smart way to go about this?”
That’s a jumping off point and our panel will start with the from scratch aspect then transition into what it takes to acquire an existing brewery. The lessons shared are also applicable to someone just starting out as well.
The panel includes:
• Jon Carpenter from Opensō Consulting Independent Brewery and Craft Beverage Consulting firm.
• Michael Brewer, the president of Alcoholic Beverage Consulting Service, a leading alcoholic beverage licensing firm.
• Matthew McLaughlin, founder of McLaughlin, PC, a boutique commercial law firm specializing in the beverage industry.
Do you have a question about starting or growing your nano brewery? Email us: nano@byo.com.
Thanks to our episode sponsors:
Hello nanobrewers! Try adding a cider to your brews! Fermentis, the obvious choice for beverage fermentation, has made it really easy for you by developing 4 strains specifically for cider. Whether you want a crisp, sweet or fruity cider, discover the SafCider™ range. The 4 cider strains are available in 5-gram pouches, the perfect size for you. Just make your choice or try them all! To learn more about how Fermentis can improve the quality of your fermentation, and for the latest on their exciting new product releases, visit fermentis.com
With superior engineering and unrivaled service, Blichmann Pro Brewing equipment is the right choice for pro results. Whether it’s for your pilot system or production line, their robust systems come fully equipped with everything you need to hit the ground running. Designed for easy setup and intuitive use, their brewhouse systems and cellaring equipment deliver uncompromising quality and reliability backed by a name you trust, so you can focus on what matters most – your beer. Visit Blichmannpro.com today!
ABS Commercial is a full-service brewery outfitter, proud to offer brewhouses, tanks, and small parts to brewers across the country. They stock equipment ranging from 3BBL to 90BBL, and offer custom-designed equipment up to 900BBL. Contact one of their brewery consultants today at sales@abs-commercial.com to discuss your brewery project.
ABS-Commercial.com
Interested in more information on the Nano Brewing segment of the craft beer industry? Then check out the links to our other Nano Brewing content available below:
With Nano+ Membership, Nano brewers (and aspiring nano brewers) will find the resources they need to be more successful running small craft breweries. Advanced homebrewers can continue to build deeper technical knowledge. Nano+ Membership is your all-access pass to byo.com, including over 600 hours of on-demand workshop videos and past NanoCon Online seminars covering both the business and brewing side of running or launching a taproom-focused, small-scale craft brewery.
Subscribe to our free monthly BYO Nano Newsletter. Links to articles on both the business and brewing sides of running a small-scale craft brewery will be emailed to you each month. Click here to start your free email Nano Newsletter subscription.
Join us live and online November 4 & 5, 2022 for dozens of seminars led by craft brewing industry experts covering both the business and brewing side of running – or launching – a small-scale, taproom-focused craft brewery. Your registration includes full access to video replays of all seminars as well as course materials so you can learn even if you can’t join us in person. Register now and save $100!
Click here for more information on 2022 NanoCon Online and how to save $100 on your registration.