California

Imperial Western Beer Company, inside Union Station, has restored the space to its former glory and is encouraging commuters to take a little time to stop for a beer and slow down from the hectic pace of commuting life.

Bagby Beer Company is built on a model that might seem quaint by today’s standards. As a brewpub that focuses just as much on food and cocktails as the beer, it stands out in a crowded marketplace with a commitment to quality and beer history.

The brewer and partner of Pure Project in San Diego shares his thoughts on purposefully staying small, going big on ingredients, and having a little faith in the microbes around us.