Contract Brewing in Mainland China
After receiving several enquiries overseas from people looking at contract brewing in mainland China. I thought it’d be a good subject to cover today. Please note: Contract brewing is where…
Buying A Custom Brewery from China
I wanted to discuss “buying a custom brewery from China”, after an email from Eric, in The Philippines, He said he’d wish he found my website earlier. He had searched…
Getting A Turnkey Brewery for Under $50K
I’m probably going to get hate for writing an article on getting a turnkey brewery for under $50K. However, I’m getting a lot enquiries on this very subject, like the…
Teddy and the Brewer Kevin Brewing in the Pilot System
Commercial Brewing Equipment Fabrication
Today we dive into the world of commercial brewing equipment fabrication. Giving the lowdown on what to look out for, when buying brewing equipment. As a brewing consultant I spend…
Some of the 50L Fermenters
50 and 100-Liter FV’s for Sale
There are both 50 and 100-liter FV's for sale. These fermentation vessels are all jacketed and have top manways. They don't have spunding valves as standard. Please see photos of…
300-liter still front view
300-Liter Mobile Steam Still for Sale
There's a 300-liter mobile steam still for sale. It comes on 6 * Fuma wheels, to allow for easy maneuvering of the unit. This unit is steam heated and jacketed.…
500-liter Pot Still Finished
500-Liter Pot Still for Sale – Steam Heated
This 500-liter pot still for sale is steam heated and made by one of my trusted equipment suppliers. It was made for a client who couldn't go through with final…
Beer Trend Predictions for 2023
I’m laying our tour beer trend predictions for 2023. Looking to next year, and what might happen in brewing; it’s a tradition I partake in every year. My predictions for…
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Pros and Cons of a Pilot Brewery
The idea to write about the pros and cons of a pilot brewery, came to me as I was writing my last article about the process of customizing a brewery.…
Process of Customizing a Brewery Project
Today we’ll look at the process of customizing a brewery project. In my time as a brewing consultant, I’ve seen the needs and scope of brewing projects evolve. When I…
Drifters Brewery Beer (from Mumbai) Station in Pune
Beer Station Pros and Cons for Breweries
Today I want to look at beer station pros and cons, for breweries. For those who follow my articles, apologies for not posting recently. I recently moved and had to…
Real World Brewery Equipment Tips
Today I want to share some real world brewery equipment tips, from projects I’m working on right now. I’m working on projects for The Philippines and Japan. One is a…
Breaking Down A Brewery Equipment Quote
This article on breaking down a brewery equipment quote, was one, I wasn’t sure I should write. I mean, it’s huge part of my consulting service, when a client takes…
Brewery Equipment Cost Saving Tips
This article on brewery equipment cost saving tips, was inspired by a conversation I had yesterday with potential client. The person I was chatting with, was in a similar position…
Why Do I Have Dimethyl Sulfide (DMS) in My Beer?
We’re going to answer the question “why do I have Dimethyl Sulfide (DMS) in my beer?”, today. My recent off-flavors in beer content, has been well received So, I decided…
1.5-inch Tri-Clamp Sight Glass
Brewery Tri-Clamp Spare Parts – Brewing Hacks
I wanted to write a quick article about “brewery tri-clamp spare parts”, because their value to a brewer, is often over-looked. Whenever I’m working on a new brewery project, I…
Treating My Business Like I’m Playing a Game
When I say “treating my business like I’m playing game”, it feels a wee bit cringe to write. However, if you give me time to explain, I hope it’ll all…
Dealing With Chinese Brewing Equipment Manufacturers
My job every day is dealing with Chinese brewing equipment manufacturers . As a brewing consultant, I help clients connect and communicate with suppliers. Plus, work through the quotation and…
A shipping container prepped ready adding brewing equipment
Making A Brewery in A Shipping Container
I wanted to write about making a brewery in a shipping container, as the subject is gaining a lot of interest. Plus, I’m currently working on such a project, for…
Being a Brewing Consultant – What I’ve Learnt
I’m currently in lockdown and so, had some time to reflect about “being a brewing consultant”. I find myself in annual contemplation every year, when I renew services, I use…