Red Brick Brewing Co.
December 2012 Newsletter:

Steve Anderson -- Red Brick's newest brewer standing next to our state of the art grain mill.

Steve Anderson is Red Brick Brewing Company's newest brewer. Steve joined Red Brick in late October 2012. He came to us after 2 years as a manager at the Brewmasters warehouse in Marietta, GA. During those 2 years, Steve was also involved in collaboration brewing with Burnt Hickory, a local brewery in Kennesaw GA.

Steve grew up in the Atlanta area, and then ventured out to Boulder, Colorado to become a Park Ranger. That did not pan out for him, but being in the brewing Mecca of Colorado exposed Steve to craft beer. He began home brewing and his passion for beer only grew.

In addition to his love for brewing, Steve brings a wealth of brewing experience and knowledge. According to Hannah, our Sales/Marketing coordinator, word on the street is that Steve was involved in brewing a "Carrot Cake" beer that was pretty tasty. We welcome Steve's brewing knowledge and creativity. He makes a great addition to the Red Brick Team.

Jon Hummel -- Red Brick's Production Manager enjoying some fresh air in the Hop Garden.

Jon Hummel has been with Red Brick Brewing Company since April 2010. He was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana but raised in New Jersey, close to Philadelphia (Go Phillies & Eagles!!!). His last role before changing careers was as Director of Contract Services for an Atlanta-area staffing company.

Jon started home brewing with a friend. One day, he realized that he enjoyed it much more than his Monday through Friday Sales job and decided to turn it into a career.

Jon attended Siebel Institute's Concise Course in Brewing Technology and started apprenticing with a local brewpub. Jon first joined the Red Brick team cleaning kegs, and worked his way up to his current position as Production Manager.

Outside of the brewery, you will find Jon outdoors with Griffin, his German Shorthair Pointer, at a park, camping, hiking or floating down the Chattooga River (Griffin even gets his own float tube!)

Garett Lockhart -- Red Brick's Head Brewer inspecting empty kegs at the brewery.

Garett Lockhart joined Red Brick Brewing in December 2010. He was born and raised in Southern California. Being in Southern California during the West Coast craft brewing renaissance combined with an appreciation for fresh, quality ingredients are two elements that sparked his deep fascination with brewing.

Before his brewing career, Garett worked in restaurants for 10 years, UPS for 4 years, and Sysco Foods for 3 years.

Even with success in these jobs, his true career path kept calling to him. Garett eventually listened, and took that leap of faith to pursue his dream. He took on a 4 month apprenticeship at the Atlanta 5 Seasons brewpub in Midtown, and also attended Brew school at Siebel Institute in Chicago. He then was hired to work on Red Brick Brewing's production line. At Red Brick, Garett quickly demonstrated his brewing expertise and was promoted to a brewing position.

Outside of work, Garett enjoys spending quality time with his wife, April, and daughter Ella (nearly 2 years old). He is a fan of outdoor activities such as camping and kayaking. Garett is a baseball fan, and while he cheers for the Anaheim Angels by childhood association, he has adopted the Braves as his favorite team.

Red Brick Set to Be Taco Mac's Beer of the Month - January 2013!

If you love our beer and enjoy a great restaurant then you'll want to hit up Taco Mac in January. Red Brick was selected as Taco Mac's beer of the month for January 2013! We're bringing them a selection of our fine brews to include Red Brick HopLanta IPA, Laughing Skull Amber Ale, and our Southern Home Brewer's Challenge Winner (a chocolate cherry porter!). We've hooked them up with a different glass each week so be sure to stop in.

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Red Brick presents "The Lost Years", a Strong Ale aged in Jim Beam bourbon barrels. This is the 5^th release of the Brick Mason Series scheduled to hit the shelves in the first quarter of 2013. Be sure to ask your favorite Red Brick retailer, bar or restaurant to order it early as this is a limited release.

Back with a larger demand than ever, the brewery released Red Brick Porter at the beginning of November! This porter is sure to warm you up this winter so please be sure to grab a pint or a 4 pack from your favorite retailers and restaurants!

Color: Intense dark copper with thick, intense foam with some brown color effects.

Nose: Straight forward rich treated coffee.

Palate: An attack with some bitterness and moderate acidity.  This Porter has aromatic characters of roasted coffee beans with delicate spices.  Finish is long on intense bitter cacao flavors. 

Brewery Tours Open to the Public

Purchase a Red Brick souvenir glass for only $10 and receive 4 pours of our great tasting beers for FREE! Free beer is only for those over the age of 21. Not only is the beer FREE but also the entertainment. You can find us at:

2323 Defoor Hills Rd. N.W Atlanta, GA 30318.

MAP IT!

Wednesdays

College night! $2 off Souvenir glass with valid college ID.

Brewery Tour @ 7

Thursdays

Team Trivia! 6pm

Open from 5-8pm

http://www.teamtrivia.com

Brewery tour following trivia

Fridays

Open 5pm-8pm

Live Music Bands

(Bands Listed below)
Brewery Tour @ 7

Saturdays

Games (corn hole, ping pong, etc.)

Open 2pm-5pm

Brewery Tour @ 4