Today's Guest: Brian Burton from Hop and Sting Brewing Company

In 2014, after a 12-year career as a marine biologist in Alaska, Brian Burton made the move to Texas and almost immediately began brewing beer. Just a few years later, Brian got together with brewing friend and business partner John Powell, and a short time later they opened Hop and Sting Brewing Company in Grapevine, Texas. The brewery and taproom is less than 10 minutes from DFW and is a great place to relax and enjoy a layover. Since Jeff and Derrick are both traveling this week, enjoy this replay of Episode 5 from back in May of 2019.

Times of Note:

3:40 - Brian says hi!

7:30 - Brian meets Jon and the idea for Hop and Sting is born.

8:30 - What it takes to get a job in Alaska.

13:30 - A fire hydrant kills the plan.

18:24 - Hop and Sting's first beer - Galactic Haze.

21:06 - Grapevine offers to sell.

22:19 - Sir William's Brown Ale, 2-Time GABF medal winner.

23:32 - DFW layover tips!

27:21 - A commitment to service since day one - charity taps.

30:18 - Changing the water to fit the style.

31:51 - Texas to-go rules are crazy strict! (laws have changed for the better since this recording)

39:33 - Mexico for Cinco de Mayo - perfect for families!

41:33 - Brian's favorites in Mexico.

43:13 - Brian's beer location recommendations in the US.

47:40 - Beers Brian isn't a fan of.

49:24 - Friendly or buzzed?

53:06 - Where to find Hop and Sting.

55:41 - The Miles and Pints Theme Song.

Brewery Address:

Hop and Sting Brewing Company

906 Jean St

Grapevine, TX 76051

Relevant Links:

Three Nations Brewing Company

Turning Point Beer

Celestial Beerworks

Union Bear Brewing Company

Grapevine Beer and Wine

Hop and Sting Brewing Company

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