The Agony and the Ecstasy of Contract Brewing w/ Jeremy Cowan (Shmaltz Brewing)

The Agony and the Ecstasy of Contract Brewing w/ Jeremy Cowan (Shmaltz Brewing)

Contract Brewing in craft beer has evolved over many years from what some might say was a dirty word (is it still?) to what has been a pathway to success for countless renown brands as well as a powerful revenue model for producers. We will examine the basic and more advanced models for contract brewing as well as dig deeper into how to actually pull off managing a successful contract brand and a contract production operation – plenty of information for both sides of the contract brewing equation. Some solid theory blended with a whole lot of practical experience – a “How To” and a “How Not To” guide from 25 years in the contract brewing trenches. Founder, long time president, now partner and independent consultant, Jeremy Cowan has seen a lot of life in craft beer. Evolving from tiny batch contract brewed beer in San Francisco in 1996, the Shmaltz adventure proceeded through 25 years of evolution, producing over 150 beers distributed through 40 states, brewing at multiple contract facilities, as well as their own 40,000 sq brewery in upstate New York, which brewed 30,000 bbls of contract beer for regional partners. After successful sales of the Coney Island brand, the Clifton Park Brewery, and recently the Shmaltz brand, Jeremy now consults across multiple areas in the craft beer industry for strategy, sales, operations, and finance. Let's chat - over a beer! Huge thanks to Encompass Technologies, Boelter, & Gorman Smith Beverage Equipment for all your support on our Fall Virtual Conference. Join us in-person for CBP Connects | Half workshop, half networkingCharleston, SC | December 4-6, 2023Grab your spot now at https://cbpconnects-charleston.eventbrite.com

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CBP at CBC Preview Panel (Part 2)

CBP at CBC Preview Panel (Part 2)

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Progression Towards Succession - Setting Up Your Brewery for a Successful Exit w/ Larry Chase

At some point in time you, as a brewery owner, realize that whether it’s a few years or 10+ years away, you won’t be involved in the business forever. Every day you think about how to set up your bus...

29 Apr 202334min

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Too often we are presented with formulas for success and that if we only follow them that our businesses will be successful. That is not always the case as sometimes even small decisions can have a hu...

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CBP at CBC Preview Panel (Part 1)

CBP at CBC Preview Panel (Part 1)

We can't wait to share beers and see you in-person in Nashville. We kickoff CBC Week with our Welcome Party on May 7 at Jackalope Brewing Company. RSVP: https://craftbeerprofessionals.org/nashville-r...

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Pitfalls of Buying (or Selling) a Brewery w/ John Szymankiewicz (Beer Law Center)

We're continuing to see consolidation in the craft beer industry, especially among independent breweries. Some people are looking to exit the industry, some are looking to break in. And, right now, it...

22 Apr 202334min

 CBP Connects Milwaukee Event Preview

CBP Connects Milwaukee Event Preview

Andrew Coplon joins us to answer some questions about the upcoming Craft Beer Professionals Connects Workshop in Milwaukee this June. Their event is very different from other conferences/expos, and we...

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Would ChatGPT recommend your brewery to new drinkers? w/ Scott Kolbe (Market Your Craft)

Would ChatGPT recommend your brewery to new drinkers? w/ Scott Kolbe (Market Your Craft)

It’s virtually impossible to scroll through your newsfeed without seeing a new headline about ChatGPT. Schools have banned the tool. Lawmakers are using it for speech writing. It’s passing law exams a...

15 Apr 202354min

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Studly Brewing Company: Beer, Baseball, and the First 100 Days

In this conversation, we chat live with Blake about his experience since opening. We dive into what he's learned so far, what has surprised him, and what he's been able to apply from his background in...

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