Chimp Team

Favorite Beer: The original Dragon’s Milk imperial stout from Néw Holland, it’s a great way to stay warm inside on a cold winter night.

Favorite Brother Chimp Beer: In the morning Smile, because a “Smile” is the best way to start your day. Watching a baseball game, Homer, because nothing says baseball like an American Pilsner. After mowing the lawn, nothing is more refreshing than a Haka. On St Paddy’s day SIGFY. On Oktoberfest you can’t beat a Schimpansenfest. On a cold winter’s night Saorsa keeps me warm… So I guess you could say it depends on the occasion.

Hidden or Not So Hidden Talent: Playing Darts

You would be surprised to know that …. I spent a year living in Israel after high school.

Favorite thing about Brother Chimp Brewing: Watching new friendships form.

Start Date: The very beginning (December of 2018)

Favorite Beer: Hill Farmstead Arthur. A phenomenal expression of American saison, just wishes it was a bit more accessible.

Favorite Brother Chimp Beer: Haka, New Zealand Pils. This beer merges a few of my favorite qualities in beer, the smooth, crisp bready character of lagers, and the bright, fruity aromas in new varietals of hops. I also love that this beer is low enough abv that I can throw back a few of them on a nice afternoon, while still being able to do some yard work.

Hidden or Not So Hidden Talent: Well the not so hidden one is probably brewing beer, as that's the most visible thing about me on a day to day basis at Brother Chimp. In regards to hidden talent, I would say that I make a mean bowl of ramen noodles. It's a mostly hidden talent because a select few people have been able to try them, as it consumes almost an entire weekend in preparation.

You would be surprised to know that... When I'm not brewing, I enjoy wandering around the woods and foraging for edible mushrooms and plants.

Favorite Thing About Brother Chimp Brewing: The crew! Everyone here is super fun, endlessly interesting, and wildly talented in their own regard. I truly enjoy coming in and knowing that there'll never be a dull, boring moment, regardless of who I'm working with that day.

Start Date: August 10th, 2020

Favorite Beer: My favorite beers are German & Belgian styles, like Kolsch, Helles, Dunkel, Pilsner, Oktoberfest, Schwarzbier, etc… but I have a special place in my heart for 3 Floyd’s Gumballhead.

Favorite Brother Chimp Beer: Kima Blonde, What the? Munich Helles, Broken Brix Belgian Blonde, Quincy Kolsch & Penny Hoppy Wheat!

Hidden or Not So Hidden Talent: Not so hidden is my passion for the art and science of fermentation. I have experience fermenting beer, wine, cider and mead. But my absolute favorite thing to do is sing! You’ll find me singing, humming or whistling behind the bar or at the local karaoke spot in my spare time.

You would be surprised to know that … I am more comfortable in and near water than on land. I am tall and clumsy, but steady in the water. I used to swim competitively, lifeguard, and scuba dive. My goal is to retire near the ocean someday.

Start Date: December 3, 2019