Post by Joey Pedone

How did a homebrewer turn a passion project into one of Florida’s most respected craft breweries? In this episode of Sippin’ & Selling, I sat down with Kevin Abbott, co-founder of Barrel of Monks Brewing in Boca Raton, for a deep dive into the art, science, and business of craft beer. Kevin shares the story behind Barrel of Monks, the inspiration he found in traditional Belgian brewing, and how he built a brewery known for producing award-winning beers with a loyal following throughout Florida and beyond. From yeast, hops, malt, and fermentation to brewery operations, retail expansion, and what it really takes to succeed in today’s competitive beer industry, this conversation is packed with insights for beer enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and beverage professionals alike. Whether you’re curious about why Belgian beers taste so unique, how craft beer is actually made, or what separates great breweries from the rest, this episode delivers an inside look at the passion, precision, and persistence behind every pint. In this episode: • The origin story of Barrel of Monks Brewing • Why Belgian beer styles are unlike any other • The role of yeast, hops, malt, and fermentation • How craft beer is brewed from start to finish • Scaling a brewery and growing distribution • Getting products into retailers and restaurants • Food pairings and beer education • The realities of running a successful brewery in Florida 🍺 Subscribe for more conversations with founders, operators, distributors, and innovators shaping the beverage alcohol industry. #SippinAndSelling #CraftBeer #BarrelOfMonks #KevinAbbott #BelgianBeer #FloridaBeer #BreweryOwner #CraftBrewing #BeerPodcast #BocaRaton #BeerIndustry #Entrepreneurship #BeverageBusiness #JoeyChanel #FloridaBrewery https://lnkd.in/eiXzxm3E