Summary In this episode of 'Why This Beer', hosts Azlan Graves and Darren Binnema engage with Eric Sannerud, a passionate advocate for hops and agriculture. They explore the intricate relationship between beer and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of local ingredients and the stories behind them. Eric shares his journey in the hops industry, the significance of public hops versus proprietary varieties, and the challenges of maintaining hop quality. The conversation highlights the...
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Summary In this episode of 'Why This Beer', hosts Azlan Graves and Darren Binnema engage with Eric Sannerud, a passionate advocate for hops and agriculture. They explore the intricate relationship between beer and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of local ingredients and the stories behind them. Eric shares his journey in the hops industry, the significance of public hops versus proprietary varieties, and the challenges of maintaining hop quality. The conversation highlights the...
Foam Caps and Future Lids: Packaging Tips with Brad Van Haastregt of GEC Systems
Why This Beer?
1 hour 13 minutes
7 months ago
Foam Caps and Future Lids: Packaging Tips with Brad Van Haastregt of GEC Systems
Brad Van Haastregt of GEC Systems shares his journey in the craft brewing industry, focusing on the rise of non-alcoholic options, innovations in canning technology, and the importance of quality control. He discusses the value of sourcing local parts, evolving packaging trends like super ends and new lid designs, and the need for attention to detail to deliver a top-quality product. Throughout, he highlights the collaborative nature of the industry and the drive to innovate during challengin...
Why This Beer?
Summary In this episode of 'Why This Beer', hosts Azlan Graves and Darren Binnema engage with Eric Sannerud, a passionate advocate for hops and agriculture. They explore the intricate relationship between beer and agriculture, emphasizing the importance of local ingredients and the stories behind them. Eric shares his journey in the hops industry, the significance of public hops versus proprietary varieties, and the challenges of maintaining hop quality. The conversation highlights the...
