Today’s beverage landscape is changing.

It’s more important than ever to have the right products, at the right time, and through the right distribution system.

All New Business Model

Brew Hub provides an entirely new business model for the craft brewing industry. With the right products and partnership opportunities, we’re putting the power back into the hands of the brand holder—without the capital exposure.

With our first brewing and packaging facility in Lakeland, Florida, we will become an incubation center for partner-brewers looking to capitalize on the fast-growing craft segment. Our unique, turnkey solution will help craft brewers overcome production and distribution barriers to brand profitability.

Marketplace Trends

Brew Hub has the ability to identify marketplace trends, then source, create, and market brands quickly and efficiently to create a distinct competitive advantage at retail.
— Dedicated, local market brewing/packaging facilities to manufacture and co-pack various beverage products
— Access to the premier distribution channels to address the needs of an ever-evolving industry
— Unique partnership capabilities and offerings for brands facing challenges associated with capacity, geography, capital constraints and more

Founded 2012

Brew Hub was founded in 2012 in St. Louis, Missouri by a team of industry executives and craft brewing experts led by Timothy Schoen. Together with a strong partner network, our leadership team provides brewing, packaging, distribution and sales services to craft brewers today. And with plans to operate five breweries across the country, we are focused on the future. Our investment partner, The Yucaipa Companies, bring in the financial strength and the stability to support our short-term goals and long-term plans.

Leadership

Brew Hub is led by a team of experienced beer professionals with over 125 years of combined experience in all facets of the industry, including brewing, packaging, sales, marketing, distribution, operations, and hospitality.

  • Paul Farnsworth

    Paul Farnsworth

    Chief Brewer

    As Brew Hub's Chief Brewer, Paul will oversee all aspects of the design, layout, construction and day-to-day operation of the new brewing, production and warehouse facility in Lakeland, Florida.

  • Timothy Schoen

    Timothy Schoen

    CEO

    As Brew Hub’s Chief Executive Officer, Tim oversees all aspects of this innovative concept, which promises to be a game changer for the craft brewing industry.

  • Jerry Mullane

    Jerry Mullane

    President

    As Brew Hub's President, Jerry provides expertise in the areas of Strategic Market Planning and Analysis, Grass Roots Marketing, Excellence Programs, Retail Sales Execution, and more.

  • Gary J. Prindiville Jr.

    Gary J. Prindiville Jr.

    Consultant, Compliance & Special Projects

    Most recently Gary co-founded the William K Busch Brewing Company with his life-long friend Billy Busch, and served as the Chief Operating Officer.

Partner Brewing & Services

Partner brewing is a process that allows craft brewers to not only brew their beer to the exact specifications under the supervision of their own Brewmaster, but also to package and distribute from the Brew Hub brewery and make their beer available for export to national and international markets. This concept allows craft brewers to expand their distribution without the overhead costs of building a new brewery, storing or transporting product. Partner brewers have full-control of the brewing and packaging process for their own brands to ensure that all specifications are met. In addition to brewing and packaging services, Brew Hub offers craft brewers assistance in sales, marketing and logistics initiatives, as well as legal and government affairs.

Facility & Operations

Brewhouse, Brewing & Packaging Options, Refrigerated Storage.
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Brewing Services & Options

Ingredients, Batch Sizes, Mashing Strategies, Aging, Custom Hopping Schemes, Finishing, Pasteurization.
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Laboratory Services

Brew Hub has a sophisticated laboratory and an extensive quality assurance program.
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Facilities

Construction of Brew Hub Lakeland is now underway at Interstate Commerce Park, a 160 acre mixed-use industrial park fronted directly on the Interstate 4 corridor in Central Florida. This location provides excellent visibility, easy interstate access to Southeast markets, and sits within 100 miles of 8.5 million people.

 

Large Footprint

50,000+ square foot facility.

Great Location

Located on the I-4 Corridor, centrally located between Tampa and Orlando.

Quality Products

State-of-the-art brewing, packaging, and warehousing space.

Flexible

Flexibility to brew, mix and co-pack multiple brands.

Capacity

Initial capacity of brewing and packaging 75,000 barrels (or 1 million cases) per year, with the flexibility to expand to meet future market and business demands.

Hospitality

Hospitality area and tasting room to showcase the brand quality story and allow for sampling opportunities and special events for all partners.

Retail Space

Retail store to sell beverage products and merchandise from all partners.

Easy Access

Easy access for distribution partner pickups and transports, as well as consumer visits.