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The road didn't immediately lead to brewing — or Savannah for that matter — when Kevin Ryan started. A few tours with the U.S. Army followed by working with his father in healthcare led Ryan to Bluffton, S.C. and eventually his wife Meredith, and a Valentine's Day gift of a home-brewing kit sparked what became their new passion — Service Brewing Co. Located on Indian and Fahm Streets, the brewery has become a must-see spot for locals and tourists, and Ryan credits the hard work of Meredith and his employees for the success. On this week's podcast, Adam speaks with Ryan about the beginnings of Service Brewing, his time in the military and how a change in brewing laws in Georgia opened up giant possibilities for his company and others in the area.

(4:20): What he learned from his time in the military

(8:16): Origins of Service Brewing Co.

• Service Brewing Co. celebrates grand opening in Savannah (SMN, Sept. 11, 2014)
• Service Brewing living up to its name (SMN, Dec. 22, 2014)

(12:50): What kicked off his passion for brewing

• Warrior brewers: U.S. Army veterans launch Service Brewing, Savannah's latest craft brewery (SMN, July 9, 2014)

(16:09): Picking the location on Indian and Fahm Streets

• Savannah's Plant Riverside District on track for summer opening (SMN, Dec. 1, 2018)

(19:00): Programs and events coming to Service soon

• Savannah Stopover Music Festival teams up with Service Brewing (DoSavannah, Jan. 10, 2019)

(24:45): How the change to brewing laws completely revolutionized the Georgia industry

• Local breweries celebrate state's new alcohol-selling bill (SMN, May 15, 2017)

(38:20): The science of beer and where the business is headed

• Savannah's Service Brewing celebrates anniversary with bands, beers, food trucks (DoSavannah, July 17, 2018)

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