Society & Culture
Today’s Guest: Brian Burton from Hop and Sting Brewing Company In 2014, after a 12-year career as a marine biologist in Alaska, Brian Burton made the move to Texas and almost immediately began brewing beer. Just a few years later, Brian got together with brewing friend and business partner John Powell, and a short time later they opened Hop and Sting Brewing Company in Grapevine, Texas. The brewery and taproom is less than 10 minutes from DFW and is a great place to relax and enjoy a layover. Since Jeff and Derrick are both traveling this week, enjoy this replay of Episode 5 from back in May of 2019. Times of Note: 3:40 - Brian says hi! 7:30 - Brian meets Jon and the idea for Hop and Sting is born. 8:30 - What it takes to get a job in Alaska. 13:30 - A fire hydrant kills the plan. 18:24 - Hop and Sting’s first beer - Galactic Haze. 21:06 - Grapevine offers to sell. 22:19 - Sir William’s Brown Ale, 2-Time GABF medal winner. 23:32 - DFW layover tips! 27:21 - A commitment to service since day one - charity taps. 30:18 - Changing the water to fit the style. 31:51 - Texas to-go rules are crazy strict! (laws have changed for the better since this recording) 39:33 - Mexico for Cinco de Mayo - perfect for families! 41:33 - Brian’s favorites in Mexico. 43:13 - Brian’s beer location recommendations in the US. 47:40 - Beers Brian isn’t a fan of. 49:24 - Friendly or buzzed? 53:06 - Where to find Hop and Sting. 55:41 - The Miles and Pints Theme Song. Brewery Address: Hop and Sting Brewing Company 906 Jean St Grapevine, TX 76051 Relevant Links: Three Nations Brewing Company Turning Point Beer Celestial Beerworks Union Bear Brewing Company Grapevine Beer and Wine Hop and Sting Brewing Company Website - hopandsting.com Facebook - Hop and Sting Twitter - @hopandsting Instagram - @hopandsting Travel On Point(s) Website - travel-on-points.com Facebook - Travel on Point(s) Miles & Pints Website - milesandpints.com Store - Miles & Pints Swag Facebook - Miles & Pints Twitter - @MILESandPINTS Instagram - @milesandpints TikTok - @milesandpints Buy Us A Beer