On this episode of Between Two Fermenters, Brad Clifford of Clifford Brewing in East Hamilton, one of Ontario’s most respected and quietly talented brewers, joins the show for the first time for a frank and honest discussion.
From humble beginnings homebrewing in a 700-square-foot condo to building one of Ontario’s most award-winning, community-driven breweries, Brad shares the full journey. Hear how early inspiration from those that came before him, a nano-brew setup inside Toronto’s Get Well bar, and countless award-winning batches helped shape Brad’s precise, style-driven brewing philosophy.
In this episode:
- The homebrewing roots and early Toronto craft beer days that sparked Brad’s brewing career
- How a tiny two-hectolitre system at Get Well became a launchpad for Clifford Brewing
- The origin story of the now-iconic Clifford Porter
- Finding and transforming a massive East Hamilton industrial space into a thriving taproom
- Why community, consistency, and classic styles are at the heart of Clifford Brewing
- The challenges and realities of running a small, independent brewery today
- The moment Clifford Brewing became Canadian Brewery of the Year
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Hosted by Troy Burtch, Between Two Fermenters, a podcast brought to you by Toronto's Great Lakes Brewery where craft beer and conversation collide - straight from the tanks to your ears.
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