Stefan King – HopLore Brewing Co. and how beer and community go hand in hand

Hear from Stefan King, HopLore Brewing Company's co-owner and brewer, about the journey to where HopLore is today, and why community matters so much in the industry.

 

Show Notes

• Stefan King, is co-owner and brewer of HopLore Brewing Co. which has two locations in the county, the original located at “The Mill” in Leesburg, which was formerly a grain mill, and its second location is on Market Street in Warsaw.
• HopLore is more than great craft beer and food. Stefan said,“Breweries have an opportunity to bring communities together.”
• Along with its must-try craft beer and food, HopLore hosts events, offers trivia nights, games and more, to bring people together. Learn more.
• HopLore tries to meet the needs of beer drinkers who like their “go-to” brew, and those explorers who want to try something new. HopLore typically keeps 4-5 of their “staple” beers consistently on tap, and rotates specialty brews like their pastry- inspired line. Check out the menu.
• Stefan shared that as a business owner, “You have to have a good perspective, and check your own ego sometimes.” As a reminder, he keeps a 4-pack of beer he brewed and dumped (didn’t end up adding to the menu) as a reminder to never get to the point where he believes, “Everything I make is good because I made it.”
• Want to learn more about Kosciusko County and connect with new people? Checkout KEDCO’s “Outside the Fishbowl” monthly meetups for newcomers. If you’ve never been to Kosciusko County, and might consider a move in the future, contact KEDCO for a customized community tour.