Show Notes:

Guest: Octavio Pauley, Founder of Beva Brewing and Blending

Episode Overview:

In this episode, we sit down with Octavio Pauley from Beva Brewing and Blending, one of the newest breweries in North Vancouver. Octavio shares his unique transition from studying jazz to brewing award-winning lagers and pilsners.

Topics Discussed:

• Beva Brewing’s Beginnings: An introduction to Beva Brewing and Blending, one of the newest additions to the North Vancouver craft beer scene.
• Octavio’s Journey: From aspiring jazz musician to master brewer, Octavio’s path to creating exceptional lagers.
• Award-Winning Pilsner: The story behind Beva Brewing’s Old Days Pilsner and how Octavio makes award-winning pilsner.
• Mixed Fermentation Beers: Insights into Beva’s approach to crafting mixed fermentation beers.
• Tasty Sandwich Program: A look at Beva Brewing’s delicious sandwich offerings and how they complement their beer.
• Featured Beer - Old Days Pilsner: A deep dive into the ingredients and brewing process of Beva’s Old Days Pilsner.
• Lager Fermentation Profile: Octavio’s techniques and fermentation profile for producing top-notch lagers.
• Underberg Love: A fun discussion about the appreciation for Underberg.
• Farmhouse Festival: A brief chat about the upcoming Farmhouse Festival in Vancouver and what attendees can look forward to.

Key Takeaways:

• The diverse backgrounds that can lead to a successful career in brewing.
• The meticulous process of creating award-winning lagers and pilsners.
• How mixed fermentation can add complexity and uniqueness to beers.

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