BYO Nano Brew Podcast

As the end of the year is in sight we take some time to reflect on 2022 and talk about some best practices for small breweries to evaluate finances, workflow, and the future.

Show Notes

End of the year wrap-ups are happening fast and furious these days and this show is no exception. As ever, there’s a lot to be thinking about for your small brewery amid new uncertainties in the marketplace, with increased competition, rising costs, and global events disrupting local business. 
 
To unpack it all we are joined by two craft beer industry professionals - Audra Gaiziunas and CJ Haines who will unpack what they’ve learned over the last 12 months and share perspective all while looking forward. 


The BYO Nano Podcast Episode 36 is sponsored by:


Grainfather
Whether you’re looking for a brewing system to create trial recipes, or you want to easily add production capacity to your nanobrewery – the Grainfather G70 electric brewing system is your solution. The G70 has a 70 liter capacity, allowing you to easily make ½ BBL batches of beer in a compact system that won’t take up valuable floor space. Ask your BSG sales manager for more information about the G70 today, or go to Grainfather.com to learn more.


ABS Commercial
ABS Commercial. has been a full-service brewery outfitter for over 10 years, offering brewhouses, tanks, keg washers, and small parts to brewers across the country. They’re in this business because they are brewers, so they know the ins and outs of the process and can design the perfect set-up for you, whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand. ABS keeps tanks in stock and ready to ship so you can get equipment in your hands sooner. Shop now at abs-commercial.com.


Fermentis 
Hey nanobrewers! Wanna add a distinctive finishing touch to your beers? Discover SafBrew™ BR-8, the first dry Brett by Fermentis. Designed for secondary fermentation, SafBrew™ BR-8 provides funkier notes (barnyard, horse, leather…) nicely balanced by refreshing, fruity notes. - Available in 100-gram, and soon in 5-gram sachets! Discover more about SafBrew™ BR-8 and all other Fermentis products on our website www.fermentis.com.


BYO Nano+ Membership
Get access to hundreds of hours of on-demand videos covering small craft brewery strategies with BYO’s new Nano+ Membership. Learn from craft beer experts watching replays of past NanoCon seminars plus a complete library of in-depth workshops. You’ll also have full online access to all of BYO’s digital content and an annual print magazine subscription. Check out byo.com/nanoplus for more details.


BYO Nano Brew Podcast Episode 36
Host:
John Holl
Guests: Audra Gaiziunas and CJ Haines
Contact: nano@byo.com
Music: Scott McCampbell

Creators & Guests

Host
John Holl
John Holl is the host of the BYO Nano Podcast and the author of several books including the Craft Brewery Cookbook.
Producer
Brew Your Own
The How-To Homebrew Beer Magazine. Sign up for a free trial digital membership at: https://t.co/E1aaHPYxkr

What is BYO Nano Brew 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. The BYO Nano Brew Podcast is brought to you by Brew Your Own, the leading homebrew magazine as well as organizers of the annual NanoCon event for this small-scale craft beer niche and the monthly BYO Nano Newsletter available by email.