Ryan Dack

Brewing began in Kevin’s small garage at home on a modest 1 BBL kit, producing about 175 litres of beer at a time. This was enough to make 4 casks of beer for local pubs and beer festivals .Our new modern brew kit arrived in April 2014, and the first (and nervous!) brew was Flying Saucer, a 4.3% light hoppy beer with citrusy American hops. During the wait for this new equipment, we continued to brew on our 1 BBL kit at our new site on the edge of Lymington, New Forest. We also built a small bar from pallet wood and opened it to the public on weekends

Over the next few years, our business continued to grow organically. We began hosting our own beer festivals at Brockenhurst Village Hall and expanded our brewing capacity. It became evident that we were outgrowing our space, prompting a search for new premises. In February 2019, after careful consideration, we signed the lease on four brand-new industrial units in Hardley on the edge of the New Forest. Our new home in Hardley has benefited from major investment, with modern facilities and a vibrant taproom that’s become a real hub for the local community. We’ve also expanded our original brewing equipment and built a talented, passionate team — all so we can keep doing what we love: brewing great beer!

Ryan joined shortly after COVID, initially taking charge of the taproom following a career in running pubs and bars. Around 18 months later, he stepped into a broader role overseeing the day-to-day running of the entire business, with Kev moving into a more strategic position focused on the bigger picture and overall direction.