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Lotus Beverage Alliance combines the knowledge and experience of GW Kent, Alpha Brewing Operations, Stout Tanks and Kettles, Twin Monkeys, Brewmation and Automated Extractions.  We bring decades of professional brewing experience and are eager to share our knowledge with you. Let us give you the tools you need to run a successful craft beverage business (beer, wine, kombucha, spirits, coffee, tea, etc.).

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“Eyes on the Stars, Feet on the Ground: Staying Savvy in a Turbulent Market” – Let us give you the tools you need for success in this ever-changing craft beverage market. Join us as we discuss Market Trends and Analysis, Business Sustainability, Marketing and Branding Strategies, Industry Collaboration and Networking, and more.

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“Surviving and Thriving: A Phased Approach to Growing your Brewery” – Join us as we discuss the initial steps of opening your brewery and examine the best approaches when business is thriving and it is time to expand.

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“Ask the Experts: What is the Right System for You.” – From heat source to refrigeration, from your initial production goals to your latest expansion plans; finding the right commercial brewing system comes with many decisions. Here we discuss the big questions and nail the small details so you can find the right nano brewing system for your production needs.

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“Brewer’s Checklist to Starting a Brewery: Everything You Need to Know” – Join us as we walk through the 4 phases of opening your own brewery: The Dream, The Paperwork, Putting It All Together, and Up and Running. 

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“Opening a Brewery on a Startup Budget” – There are many important factors to consider when opening your own microbrewery. It is not just about what brewing equipment you will purchase and the styles you will brew. Let’s discuss your options and make the best recommendation based on your budget, building, business plan, and specific situation. You have dreamt about opening a brewery for years. Let us help you make it happen.

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“Get Smart with Innovation: Do More with the Brewery Space You Have” –  Let’s discuss the best ways to maximize your current brewery space and reconfigure your batch sizes.

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“Add the Pilot Back to Your Brewery – Don’t Compromise Your Ability to Adapt and Stay Relevant” – Learn how a pilot brewing system can create demand and help drive the future of your craft business, giving you the ability to effectively test batch flavor profiles and new recipes, without interrupting your normal brewing schedule.

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“Comparing Soft Piping and Hard Piping Options for your Brewery” – Let’s discuss the pros and cons of each style, exploring topics such as installation, cost, flexibility, upgrade paths, and aesthetics to help you decide which approach is best for you.

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“Adding Distillation to Your Brewery” – As the number of craft breweries continues to climb, it is more important than ever to explore options and differentiate yourself from other  craft businesses. Let’s discuss when you might want to add distilling to your process, what equipment and controls are needed to do so, and the safety requirements that are unique to distilling.

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“Selecting a Heat Source for your Brewhouse” – Join us as we discuss the heat options available for your brewhouse and weigh the advantages and drawbacks for each to help you determine which option is right for you.

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“Innovating your Cold Side Brewing Equipment” – Your cold side equipment is extremely important to the success of your craft brewery. Let us share various tips and tricks, discuss multi use vessels and equipment, process improvements, and more.

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“Brewery Automation and Controls” – Automation can be one of the most important aspects of your craft beverage business.  Join us as we discuss the different automation options and set your craft business up for success.