All About Beer
Brewer to Brewer: Cory King and Henry Nguyen (Ep. 33)
Oct 26, 2023
Cory King interviews Henry Nguyen about owning and operating Monkish Brewing, the impact of weather on brewing, packaging methods, creativity and balance in brewing, the challenges of COVID-19, and future plans in the beer industry.
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Quick takeaways
- Monkish Brewing's shift to hoppy and Belgian-ish beers, especially their hazy IPA, marked a turning point for the brewery's success.
- Henry Nguyen emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and finding motivation to pursue different brewing aspects, like barrel-aged stouts.
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Monkish Brewery's Journey and Focus on IPAs
Monkish Brewing, owned and operated by Henry Nguyen and his partner Adriana, started as a sour brewery before shifting its focus to hoppy and Belgian-ish beers. The decision to make IPAs was a turning point for Monkish, with their hazy IPA becoming a hit. However, Monkish has not released a barrel-aged stout for almost two years, as Henry feels the need to find the motivation to dive back into that realm. The COVID-19 pandemic brought about changes for Monkish, forcing them to reevaluate their business and find a better work-life balance. Henry also discussed the potential future of Monkish and the importance of maintaining relevance in the industry while also considering personal fulfillment and happiness.
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