Hey there, beer enthusiasts! I'm excited to share my brewing journey with you, a tale that began at the Siebel Institute of Brewing Technology in Chicago. It was January 2010 when I landed my first gig as an assistant brewer at Rockyard Brewing Company in Castle Rock, Colorado. Under the mentorship of Jim Stinson, a seasoned brewer with nearly a decade of experience, I quickly found my footing in the brewing world.

During my nearly six years at Rockyard, I rose to the position of Head Brewer and played a pivotal role in the construction of the commercial production facility. Jim, who seemed to know every brewer and brewery owner in Colorado, introduced me to the vibrant beer community. It was during these early days that I earned my nickname, "JellyMan," courtesy of the kitchen staff who struggled with my Swedish name, Kjell.

In the fall of 2015, a new opportunity knocked on my door. My friend and homebrewer, Eric Seufert, was planning to open a brewery in Castle Rock and needed technical expertise. I jumped in, helping with equipment sourcing and recipe formulation. Alongside twelve passionate owners, we brought 105West Brewing Company to life. Over the next six years, we brewed an impressive amount of beer and had an absolute blast growing our company. As we expanded, I realized I missed the intimacy of brewing on a smaller scale.

Enter Two22 Brew in Southeast Aurora, Colorado. I was approached by taproom manager Matt Cobb and brewery owner Paige Schuster, who were in search of an experienced brewer. The opportunity to return to small-batch brewing was too enticing to pass up. At Two22, I've been able to flex my creative muscles, experimenting with a wide variety of styles and ingredients. We've grown our tap offerings to approximately 24 craft beers, and I'm thrilled to be part of this dynamic team.

Now in my third year at Two22 Brew, I'm excited about the future and continuing my journey in the craft beer industry. Cheers to more brewing adventures ahead! 🍻

Cheers!

-Jellyman

I hope you enjoyed this little peek into my brewing journey. What's your favorite craft beer style?