NanoBrewery build

[HBHoss]

So Hoss, how're sales going for you? And have you gotten the 7 bbl setup working yet? Inquiring minds want to know!

Sales have been great. The 7bbl system was supposed to be delivered last week but has been set for this week instead. I'll still need to get some more equipment before I can use it and will be relying on 10 gallon batches for awhile. The 7bbl doesn't have a heat source for the boil kettle and I also need to either make or buy a chiller for it also. I'll also need a fermentation room big enough to hold a 7bbl fermenter. I'll need a larger grinder for the grain bill necessary to use a system of that size.

 

[BrewBeemer]

Scott; you get the PM I passed forward to ya on the supplier of larger brewing equipment?

 

[HBHoss]

Scott; you get the PM I passed forward to ya on the supplier of larger brewing equipment?

Yes I did, thank you. I check out that site every once in awhile hoping to find something I need/want.

 

[BrewBeemer]

Have you talked to Matt at the CHI Company out of Antilope Calif.?
Matt builds tanks of all sizes for the wineries up in the Napa and Sonoma area to their specs not just selling off corny's, kegs and brewing equipment.
I bet you've already looked into what he has to offer.

 

[bigbadbrewer]

wow first post here, been homebrewing for about 4 years, im 25 right now and im starting a brewery with 2 friends, its called big bad brewing co, we have the logo, the web page, and gettin the rig tied up, im gonna brew about 600 lts per month, hope turns out well, im gonna try to do a thread like you, its pure beer porn lol, and its inspiration, i live in mexico and here are about 10 micro or nano breweries and im confident i can brew better beers than more of the big guys...hope your sales are doing fine.....cheers to you man...

 

[HBHoss]

Have you talked to Matt at the CHI Company out of Antilope Calif.?
Matt builds tanks of all sizes for the wineries up in the Napa and Sonoma area to their specs not just selling off corny's, kegs and brewing equipment.
I bet you've already looked into what he has to offer.

I saw they are creating a conical, I wonder how much it will be?

 

[pilotdane]

I can't wait to see pictures of the 7bbl setup. I'm if you will get more sleep once you get the big rig up and running.

 

[BrewBeemer]

I saw they are creating a conical, I wonder how much it will be?

Scott, I recall Matt also makes custom built equipment for the wineries besides standard SS containers. I would give Matt a shout he may have
some good numbers for you in dollar cost for your needs. Tell him Carl in Alameda sent you in his direction, Matt is also a HBT member.
Good hunting keep us updated. I have a friend that has a custom fab shop who specializes in SS, if intrested PM me.

 

[shanecb]

First post in the thread. I'm glad everything has been running pretty well for you! Have you made any additions to the brewery itself recently?

 

[HBHoss]

Scott, I recall Matt also makes custom built equipment for the wineries besides standard SS containers. I would give Matt a shout he may have
some good numbers for you in dollar cost for your needs. Tell him Carl in Alameda sent you in his direction, Matt is also a HBT member.
Good hunting keep us updated. I have a friend that has a custom fab shop who specializes in SS, if intrested PM me.

Thanks, I appreciate the info I'm sure it will come in handy when the need arises.

 

[HBHoss]

First post in the thread. I'm glad everything has been running pretty well for you! Have you made any additions to the brewery itself recently?

No new additions yet. Right now what I need to do is organize and get shelving built for grain storage and make room for more fermenters. I think the next step is a bigger brewery. :cross:

 

[stubbornman]

Subscribed. Inspirational thread for sure!!

 

[limulus]

I have not logged on in quite a while. It's great to see that good things are happening. Good luck with the expansion.

 

[TANSTAAFB]

I might be one of 50 people in the world who know where Drain is...Lived in Curtain when I was little!!! Wow. Do u know the 3 story built into the mt. that used to have a dumbwaiter? I spent a lot of time daydreamin in the 3 story treehouse up the hill!!!

 

[RegionalChaos]

Sorry for the OT thread hijack!

Heh, there is another fellow on here from Drain as well. Go figure. We just moved to town a few years back. I haven't seen the 3 story built into the mt. though, that sounds pretty cool. What road is it out on?

 

[TANSTAAFB]

Brother, I was 5 (now 33) It used to have a dumbwaiter/ elevator that ran thru it, but heard they replaced it w/ a spiral staircase. Ask around, I/m sure it's still there!!! The top floor is all master suite, the middle is living, kitchen (they share a chimney) with huge bay windows across the front, the bottom is in a U w/ a built in greenhouse/ mudroom/ garden room. Huge hippy hot tub on the ground floor:rockin: Used to have indoor composting toilets, no septic, might have updated. For a 5 yr old, the place was heaven! Good memories, good times...

 

[TANSTAAFB]

Your success is an inspiration to all of us who dream of turning our beloved hobby into something bigger, better, badder...Best of luck to you and thank you for keeping us up to date w/ this thread. Slainte my friend, keep livin the dream!!!

 

[The Mad Hatter]

I just read fifty some pages. What a truly awesome job. Well done!

 

[HBHoss]

Thank you all for your encouraging words. It hasn't been without its pitfalls, that's for sure. As it has grown I've had to adjust my techniques in brewing which has had its consequences. When you depend on each 10 gallon batch it's a set back to have it ruined by not paying attention during transitions. Scorching was an issue for me which ruined a batch by imparting the burnt flavor into the brew. I've resolved that issue and have continued to learn a lot about my brewing methods.
This is a doable thing for anyone willing to put in the time and effort required.
Call it a labor of love but when total strangers tell you how good your beer is and are willing to put down their hard earned cash to take some home, it's a mighty good feeling.
Today I'm serving at a fund raiser so I hope to get more feed back from people.
I'll keep you all posted.

 

[mullenite]

are willing to put down their hard earned cash to take some home

This is an important thing. People do not separate themselves from their money very easily and when you start a business you are no longer brewing for yourself. Good luck!

I have been following this thread closely as this is almost exactly what I want to do.

 

[lostmind]

Wow, I can't believe I read all of this.

Best of luck!

 

[BrewBeemer]

Wow, I can't believe I read all of this.

Best of luck!

I can as i've followed Hoss from the beginning of this thread, a great success
story to a geat person and brewer that took the challenge by the horns and will be the successful one.

 

[jessup]

wow did this thread take a great turn around page 50! from building the shed/brewery to now getting your 7bbl system. wow, just awesome congrats sir i can't wait to hear about the trial and errors of brewing on such a large scale; 10 gal to 210 gal is quite the jump!! good luck and as others have stated, you're an inspiration.

 

[HBHoss]

Thanks. Due to circumstances beyond my control, the 7 bbl hasn't been delivered yet. But that's okay since I'm not quite there yet.
This is the stage of the business I like and that's introducing new brews and getting feed back on my own recipes. I introduced an American Amber Ale that I call "Miners Gold Ale" and the few people that have tasted it have given positive feed back. I'm working on establishing a few brews that are my constants and then I'll probably have one tap that I rotate through new ideas.

 

[rhoadsrage]

So not that you don't have a million and one things to do but have you started dreaming about a 1 year anniversary beer? I bet it would taste great no matter what it was!

Good luck and we're drinking for ya.

 

[NoNothing]

Thanks. Due to circumstances beyond my control, the 7 bbl hasn't been delivered yet. But that's okay since I'm not quite there yet.
This is the stage of the business I like and that's introducing new brews and getting feed back on my own recipes. I introduced an American Amber Ale that I call "Miners Gold Ale" and the few people that have tasted it have given positive feed back. I'm working on establishing a few brews that are my constants and then I'll probably have one tap that I rotate through new ideas.

Just read the whole thread man, congrats on being FUC*ING AWESOME.

How much regular business do you have other than customers coming in the store?

Did that place across the street pan out? How about that market?

 

[HBHoss]

Just read the whole thread man, congrats on being FUC*ING AWESOME.

How much regular business do you have other than customers coming in the store?

Did that place across the street pan out? How about that market?

Right now as far as regular business it's the walk-in customers to the shop and the Cafe across the street. I'm trying to decide what beer to sell to the market. I'm thinking my Scottish Wee Heavy in 22 oz bombers since they don't have a high gravity beer like that right now. And it can command the higher price tag they'll need to put on it.

 

[NoNothing]

Right now as far as regular business it's the walk-in customers to the shop and the Cafe across the street. I'm trying to decide what beer to sell to the market. I'm thinking my Scottish Wee Heavy in 22 oz bombers since they don't have a high gravity beer like that right now. And it can command the higher price tag they'll need to put on it.

Great to hear things are going well though, living the dream man!

 

[bmbrewery]

If you're taking suggestions that Boston Red is a good staple as well. Just killed off the 6'er and was very pleased. How about an IPA or something along those lines.

 

[Beer_Maker]

Congrats again man.... Cant wait to see pics of the 7bbl system in action!