John Holl
Breakout Brewer: Abnormal Beer Co.By John HollAbnormal lives up to its name. In a city long known for beer, especially the dank hops-forward West Coast IPA, the owners also chose to open up a winery embracing the other California beverage of note.
Podcast Episode 18: Captain Lawrence Founder Scott Vaccaro Joins John HollBy John HollScott Vaccaro of Captain Lawrence sits down with John Holl to talk about the difficulties of selling beer, being nimble in a changing market, and the benefits of streamlining his barrel program. Brought to you by the American Homebrewers Association.
Podcast Episode 17: Jolly Pumpkin Founder Ron Jeffries Joins John HollBy John HollRon Jeffries the founder of Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales sits down with Senior Editor John Holl for a wide ranging discussion on the nature of sour and wild, recipe development, and what brewers and drinkers should be doing to take care of their health.
The Weekly Tasted: Saucy Brew Works Drifter, Firestone Walker Nitro Merlin, and Coronado North Island IPABy John HollOur senior editor, John Holl, took to his stoop with three beers this week to give them a taste and think about life in general.
Five on Five: Spice BeersBy John HollSpice beers can be polarizing, but the intriguing flavors create exciting avenues of exploration for adventurous brewers. We asked a few of our favorite brewers to share some of their favorites.
Podcast Episode 16: Bell's Brewery Founder Larry Bell Joins John HollBy John HollLarry Bell the founder and namesake of Bell's Brewery sits down with senior editor John Holl. They discuss brewery succession plans, baseball, what it means to be independent, and the original Two Hearted Ale.
Bringing The HeatBy John HollSpice in beer is nothing new, but as farmers create new peppers for market, brewers are busy trying to figure out how to incorporate them into lagers and ales. Matt Brophy talks about the spicy inspiration behind Flying Dog Brewery’s “The Heat” series.
A Surprise in the YeastBy John HollA brewing program in Philadelphia has come across a wild yeast that not only flocculates clear but also naturally produces lactic acid. Is GY7B the next big thing for sour beer?
Podcast Episode 13: Bonn Place Brewing's Sam Masotto Joins John HollBy John HollWhat's it like recording a podcast in the middle of a brew day? Tune in to hear Senior Editor John Holl talk with Bonn Place Brewing's Sam Masotto. They talk about customer service, engaging consumers on social media, and simple yet flavorful beer styles.
Podcast Episode 11: Yards Brewing Founder Tom Kehoe Joins John HollBy John HollTom and John talk business, growth, historic beers, and what the future might hold for brewing.
Breakout Brewer: J. Wakefield BrewingBy John HollKnown for two distinct and different styles—the fruited Berliner and the adjunct stout—Jonathan Wakefield has carved out a niche in southern Florida with his flavorful, culinary-inspired brewing.
Breakout Brewer: Industrial Arts Brewing Co.By John HollAfter a career spent at the helm of other breweries, Jeff O’Neil opened his own in 2016 in New York’s Hudson Valley. Industrial Arts Brewing Co. is simple yet impressive, the culmination of a career in brewing that led to the opening of a brewer’s brewery.