Episode 16: Dan Minner from Ellicottville Brewing Company (Part 1)

Today’s Guest: Dan Minner

Dan Minner has been working with Ellicottville Brewing Company for over 17 years, most of that time as their head brewer. His creativity, attention to detail, and overall skill with brewing have helped EBC to grow into the multi-location powerhouse that it is today. Known for their wide variety of quality brews, Dan talks to us about his personal background, how EBC has evolved during his time there, and some of the beers they are working on now and in the near future. Be sure to catch the conclusion of this interview in Episode 17.

Today’s Co-Host: Erik Coleman

Erik Coleman from Beer By Coleman was our guest on the podcast just a couple of episodes ago and he’s already worked his way up to co-hosting. Erik’s background in the western New York brewing scene made him the perfect choice to help interview Dan at EBC.

Times of Note:

2:04 – Erik says hello.

2:30 – Dan dropping info right from the start.

2:50 – What we’re drinking.

6:35 – The pumpkin beer debate begins.

9:59 – We go way back to talk about Dan’s background before brewing.

13:25 – Dan joins Ellicottville Brewing Company as a bartender.

15:42 – After just a few years, Dan becomes head brewer.

18:56 – How Ellicottville Brewing Company has changed over the years.

24:03 – Loading docks help and it’s cold in New York!

25:25 – That’s a LOT of beer!!!

28:30 – Having lived in PA for several years, I fully agree with this.