Brewing with intention, what does that mean? Well, it can mean many things from brewing beers that challenge creative thinking to creating a welcoming space full of options for beer loving patrons to brewing beers that make the brewer happy and fulfilled. In 2025, toeing the line between customer wants and brewer’s passion can be a challenge. How do breweries do what they want while also running a business? We talk to three different breweries about what this phrase “brewing with intention” means to them and how they approach their business, their brewing and their place in the beer world in modern times.
This Episode is Sponsored by:
Brewery Branding Co.
Since 2009, Brewery Branding has been crafting merch that helps breweries thrive.They’re born and raised in Portland, Oregon, giving them front row seats to the craft beer revolution and inspiring them to serve as your industry ally for everything branded: apparel, headwear, drinkware, and all the “wouldn’t it be cool if…” ideas you can dream up.
Brewery Branding has been there, done that, and made the t-shirts to prove it. Brewery Branding didn’t rise to the top by being just another supplier; they’re your merch mercenaries ready to get in the trenches with you. Their expert design team, online stores, warehousing, and fulfillment services are here to make your life easier—and your custom goods more profitable than painful.
Whether you're refreshing your retail space, gearing up for festival season, or launching a new product in retail, Brewery Branding delivers custom goods that are on-trend, on-brand, and ready to succeed. From the smallest batch to the biggest order, nothing gets them more excited than raising a glass to your success.
Westchester County Craft Beverage Trail
Ready to taste your way through one of New York’s most exciting craft beverage destinations? Head to Westchester County in the scenic Hudson Valley, where more than 23 breweries, distilleries and cideries are pouring up local flavor in every glass. Get started with the Westchester County Craft Beverage Trail free digital passport that makes exploring easy (no app download required). Just check in at participating locations to earn points and prizes, all while enjoying a taste pour. Use the passport to tag your favorites and discover new hop spots like Broken Bow Brewery in Tuckahoe, Captain Lawrence Brewing Company in Elmsford, Hardscrabble Cider in North Salem and River Outpost Brewing Company in Peekskill—and many more!
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, where trailblazing runs in the family. From crafting a movement with their iconic Pale Ale, to taking the IPA haze craze nationwide with Hazy Little Thing – it’s an adventurous spirit you can taste in every sip. Find your next favorite beer wherever fine beverages are sold. With new brews for every season, there’s always something to discover. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company. Still Family-Owned, Operated & Argued Over.
- Hosts: Em Sauter and Don Tse
- Guests: Cody Martin, Patrick Leonard, Chris Betts
- Sponsors: Brewery Branding, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Westchester County Craft Beverage Trail, All About Beer
- Tags: Innovation
- Photo: John Holl
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Awesome Call by Kevin MacLeod
Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3399-awesome-call
License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: https://incompetech.com