Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl

Talking education, diversity, and building a beer program in Los Angeles with Ting Su, the co-founder of Eagle Rock Brewery.

Show Notes

What was the beer scene like in Los Angeles when Ting Su opened up Eagle Rock Brewery with her husband and father-in-law a decade ago? 
 
She describes it as non-existent and an uphill climb to get customers to try small batch beer made-in house. Like so many others, they found that the success came through education and that has been a key hallmark to the brewery’s growth and expansion. 

By breaking down beer flavors, explaining ingredients, and giving patrons – especially women – a place to come and learn without pretense. 
 
This is done through a monthly women’s forum where no matter the level of beer comfort all are welcome to come on the third Wednesday of the month to learn more about the combination of water, grain, hops, and yeast. 
 
In this conversation, recorded at New York’s Blind Tiger Ale House, Su talks about the role and importance of education and inclusivity, how the brewery approaches growth, and lessons learned over the last decade. 
 

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  • Host: John Holl
  • Guest: Ting Su of Eagle Rock Brewery
  • Sponsor: Cigar City Brewing 
  • Tags: beer, craft beer, education, Los Angeles, Restaurants, IPA, bombers, cans, women, 
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Drink Beer, Think Beer is a weekly conversation with brewers, growers, and other brewing industry professionals that explores the art, culture, and business of craft beer. Hosted by John Holl and recorded on location, this podcast gets to the bottom of every pint and offers insight into the dynamic world of beer.