Tyler Montgomery, Founder of Brewer Magazine and Abettor Brewing Company drops in to discuss the the rise of craft beer in Kentucky and Tyler shares how he started Brewer Magazine as a side project and how it eventually grew into a full-time pursuit.
The magazine's mission is to focus on the business of craft brewing and empower business owners by featuring long-form journalism with successful business owners in the industry.
We also talked about the toll that entrepreneurship can take on mental health and offered strategies for coping. Tyler also shares how he got the idea to open a brewery in his hometown of Winchester, Kentucky. We discuss the growth of the brewery, starting with a small location in 2017 and expanding to a larger warehouse in 2020. Tyler also discussed how they built a following for their brewery before even launching by involving the community in the journey through social media and giveaways.
They focused on building a comfortable and accepting space for everyone in the community to gather.Kyle and Tyler also discussed the advantages and challenges of self-distribution for breweries, including increased cash flow and the ability to diversify.
We also dive into ourlove for outdoor activities and specifically discussed the exciting options available in Red River Gorge, including underground kayaking.

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