We are joined in this episode by Fred Bueltmann from the Red Horse Center for Collaborative Leadership. It is safe to say Fred is among the founders of the Michigan craft beer and spirits industry having served in leadership roles during the early years of two of the most iconic breweries in Michigan - Bell's Brewery and New Holland Brewing.

We really leaned into Fred's breath and depth of experience to delve into the long arc of the craft scene in Michigan. We used Fred's two published books, "A Rising Tide - Stories from the Michigan Brewers Guild" and "Beervangelist's Guide to the Galaxy" to help ground our wide ranging discussion.

We specifically covered some of the challenges the industry faced at inception, how beer and spirits differ in terms of the market and how to write a cookbook. We also tasted through a couple very unique spirits - a whiskey made from local honey and a pineapple rum.

Some links to things covered...

• https://redhorse.red/
• https://twojames.com/our-spirits/pineapple-doctor-bird-rum/
• https://www.ethanologydistillation.com/store/p872/Mel%C2%AE_Vocatus.html#/
• https://www.mibeer.com/
• https://www.thefarmhousedeli.com/

Sponsors

• Fenn Valley Vineyards, Inc
• Carrier Signal
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Show Links

• https://craftpourdecisions.com/
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Music is provided by Domestic Problems.