We welcome back our friend Chris Farmand, founder of Small Batch Standard, a craft beverage financial agency in Florida with 10+ years experience.

We're talking margins, wholesale and co-packing, OH MY!

In this episode, Chris and I dive into a detailed analysis of brewing strategies, particularly the pros and cons of contract brewing. Chris explained the financial implications of in-house production versus contracting, emphasizing the need for breweries to regularly analyze their costs and pricing. We discussed the challenges of maintaining brand identity and quality while navigating the complexities of contract brewing.

Chris and I stress the necessity for breweries to understand their financial metrics and strategize effectively to ensure profitability, especially in light of current economic challenges.

Give Chris a shout a chris@sbstandard.com

https://sbstandard.com/

Enjoy!

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Here's a quick and powerful episode all about how to deliver delicious suds from the tap to your patron's glass.

We're sitting down with CEO & Co-Founder of BarTrack, Brett Danielson to discover his top tips for delivering a quality draft experience and reducing draft waste.

Brett and I dive into their non-intrusive beverage sensing technology designed to monitor beer quality without disrupting the flow, providing real-time updates and insights for bar owners.

Brett stressed the significance of effective communication and staff training in maintaining high standards for draft beer dispensing, addressing common operational inefficiencies that can lead to poor product quality. If you love draft beer and draft cocktails - lend 22 minutes of your life to this episode! Enjoy!

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After 15 years as a Physical Therapist, Josh Evans had a moment where he realized he needed a change. In 2023, Josh chose to open Afterglow Brewing in Norfolk VA and has already captured medals for his beers and the hearts of the community.

Tune in and hear his story! Enjoy.

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