Derrick and Jonathan chat with Laura from Deusterbeck's Brewing Company in Elkhorn, WI. Laura and her husband, Ben, along with their kids and extended family turned Laura's family farm into what is now the brewery and taproom! Once a dairy and pig farm, the farm looks a bit different now and you won't miss the bright red barns as you drive up!
In this episode, Laura from Deusterbeck's Brewing Company shares the story of how she and her husband. Ben, transformed her family farm into a thriving brewery. We discuss their commitment to sustainability, the importance of family involvement, and the unique beers they craft using locally-sourced and grown ingredients.
The conversation also touches on their community engagement and collaborations with local agribusinesses, as well as the challenges and benefits of their location in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. Laura emphasizes the emotional connection to her farm and the legacy they are building for future generations - she is the 6th generation on the farm and is raising her kids to be the 7th.
When Derrick and Jonathan visited with Laura, her and her team were brewing with the Old World Wisconsin team, having a chance to see the "olden days" brewing process at work. You can get the Old World / Deusterbeck's collab, "Two Red Barns" on-site at Old World Wisconsin in the Tavern.