Episode 25: Preston Theony and Luke Wortendyke of Wren House Brewing

In an effort to bring some normalcy to this crazy world and to give you a respite from all of the COVID-19 news, we’re bringing back the regular format of the show. This week is a conversation with Preston Theony and Luke Wortendyke of Wren House Brewing recorded in early February in Phoenix. 

Theony is a co-founder and head brewer and Wortendyke is the lead brewer and, as you’ll hear, making beers with a local focus is a big thing at the brewery. They care about finding the terroir of Arizona and translating that into a glass. This means brewing with everything from local produce to working with a nearby maltster. For a state with a still growing beer culture this brings a real sense of place to the beers. 

The conversation ping pongs around to talk about IPAs and their fondness for big beers, including a ridiculous beer that they made for the Arizona Strong Beer Festival. But gimmicks aside, the brewery also wants their taproom to be a welcoming space. It’s not your typical warehouse location and they have worked to create an environment that fosters a sense of peace and encourages conversation. 

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