This week on The Beer Rep Chats With, I'm joined by Ryan Dack, General Manager of Vibrant Forest Brewery.

We dive into the brewery's 15-year journey from a garage brewing project to one of the UK's most respected independent breweries. Ryan shares the story behind their iconic Pupa Pale Ale, how the brewery has adapted through changing beer trends, the importance of collaboration in the independent beer scene, and why community remains at the heart of everything they do.

We also chat about taprooms, beer styles making a comeback, lessons learned from opening and closing a high street venue, and what the future holds for Vibrant Forest as they celebrate their milestone anniversary.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - 04:10 Intro to Vibrant Forest

04:11 - 08:52 Ryan's Journey to Vibrant Forest

08:53 - 12:48 A Beer for Every Palate

12:49 - 18:39 Lessons Learned from the Vibrant Tap

18:40 - 23:06 The Popularity of Pupa

23:07 - 25:25 The Southampton Beer Scene

25:26 - 31:33 Building Connections in the Brewing Community

31:34 - 37:04 Future Collaborations

37:05 - 40:04 Memorable Moments at Vibrant Forest

40:05 - 44:53 Excitement for the Future of Vibrant Forest

44:54 - Quickfire Questions and Wrap Up

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