Drink Beer, Think Beer With John Holl11 Mar 2020

Ep. 23 - Ting Su of Eagle Rock Brewery

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,
Advertising: Ryan Newhouse, Ryan@beeredge.com

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