5 Questions with John Kimmich of The Alchemist Brewery in Vermont | Eater
"Founded in 2003 by John and Jen Kimmich, this family-run brewery in Stowe, Vermont is best known for Heady Topper, a fresh, unfiltered double IPA first brewed in 2003 and originally served at their Waterbury brewpub. Production of Heady Topper is intentionally limited—about 10,000 barrels a year with distribution confined to a 25-mile radius—and retailers often cap purchases (typically two four-packs per customer), making the beer highly sought-after and prompting enthusiasts from around the world to travel to Stowe to snag a can. Visitors such as New York homebrewer Joe Woods have timed trips to tour the operation, learn the brewing process from John Kimmich, and even brew a batch of their own." - Vox Creative
