Johnny Knowles is the Head Brewer, Distiller, and jack-of-all-trades at Rye Knot Brewery, Distillery, and Pub. A Craft Beverage Institute alumni, Johnny was an EMT before starting in the industry as a bartender. The brewing bug bit, and he has been working on the production side of the business ever since.

Today, Johnny shares his many roles within the Rye Knot Brewery, Distillery, and Pub. He shares the best things about the AB Tech program, the unique way he found out about it, and the job opportunities in the beverage industry. He shares how a bad bike accident affected him but how it didn’t take away his love of bikes. He also lays out the fantastic range of drinks offered at the Rye Knot Pub and the incredible food on offer to pair perfectly with those drinks.

This week on Consuming the Craft:

● The many hats that Johnny wears at Rye Knot

● How Johnny found out about the program at AB Tech

● What he enjoyed most about the program

● The early drinks that inspired Johnny’s interest in craft brewing

● New elements added to the program since Johnny graduated

● Job opportunities the AB Tech program opens up for participants

● How a severe bike accident affected Johnny but didn’t dampen his love of bikes

● The vast range of beers and spirits available from Rye Knot

● The incredible food served at the Rye Knot Pub

Connect with Johnny Knowles:

● Rye Knot Brewery Distillery and Pub

● Rye Knot Brewery Distillery and Pub on Instagram

● Rye Knot Brewery Distillery on Facebook

● Johnny Knowles on LinkedIn

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