Episode 157 of the Taproom Podcast: host Mike sits down with Jasper Gallardo of Bottle Logic Brewing for an inside look at his journey from canning-line work to head brewer. Jasper shares how mentorship, self-study and hands-on learning during COVID led him into brewing, his time at Harlan Brewing, and his return to Bottle Logic to lead R&D and production growth.

Topics include recipe development (from Italian pilsners to double-mashed outs), balancing core beers with experimental and barrel-aged releases, running a pilot system, beer naming and label art, and the brewery’s national expansion and recent collabs (including visits to Firestone Walker, Vector, Windmill, Celestial and False Idol). Jasper also discusses his love of coffee, favorite beers to keep stocked, brewing playlists, hangover cures, and the team-focused leadership approach that guides his work.

Listeners can expect behind-the-scenes brewing stories, practical notes on consistency and QA/QC, insights into market strategy for different regions, and a candid conversation about passion, creativity and the craft beer community.