Brewer to Brewer: Scott Jennings and Scott Brimmer

Jan 30, 2025

Scott Brimmer, Director Brewer at Bremer Brewing Company in Japan, shares his journey from California's Modesto to launching a brewery across the globe. He discusses the blending of Western and Japanese brewing traditions, the challenges of crafting unique beer styles, and innovations in packaging. The conversation touches on the fun of competing in the craft beer community, navigating licensing issues, and the importance of personal connections. Plus, he highlights the vibrant craft beer scene in Japan, especially around cherry blossom season!

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Brews and Views: A Lighthearted Exchange

02:24 • 6min

From Modesto to Brewing Dreams

08:01 • 20min

Brewing Innovation: Core Offerings and Collaborations

28:08 • 8min

Navigating Opportunities in the Craft Beer Market

36:26 • 3min

Brewing Challenges and Innovations

39:16 • 11min

Brewing Challenges and Community Spirit

49:51 • 18min

Reflections and Future Opportunities in Brewing

01:07:51 • 3min

Scott Jennings of Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Interviews Scott Brimmer of Brimmer Brewing.

This Episode is Sponsored by:

Malteurop Malting Company
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The Best of Craft Beer Awards

Attention brewers: registration is now open for the 2025 Best of Craft Beer Awards. This is a BJCP sanctioned competition judged by fellow brewers and industry leaders; it uses a unique set of style guidelines that champions harmonious and dynamic beers. Held in beautiful Central Oregon, it’s the third largest professional brewing competition in North America and is an opportunity to have your hard work evaluated and rewarded. In addition to traditional and specialty beer styles, new this year is the Hop Water category.

Register your beers through January 31, 2025 by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/. Don’t delay, learn more and get your beers signed up by visiting https://bestofcraftbeerawards.com/

Firsd Tea
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Host: Scott Jennings
Guest: Scott Brimmer
Sponsor: The Best of Craft Beer Awards, Malt Europ, Firsd Tea, All About Beer
Tags: Brewing, Japan, Ales, Travel
Photo Credits: Courtesy of Scott Jennings and Scott Brimmer

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