NEWS RELEASE
Jacksonville, Florida - March 28, 2017 - Hyperion Brewing Company announces it's grand opening is scheduled for Friday, May 19, 2017 in historic Springfield. This will be Jacksonville's first Nano-Brewery. The new brewery will serve a variety of beer styles, traditional and innovative, on a 1BBL system, ensuring there is an offering for each guest to enjoy.
A Nielson Household Panel Survey stated the primary reason consumers purchase craft beer is to experiment with different styles or flavors. In response to that survey, Hyperion Brewing will serve a rotating tap list without a "core" group of beers. "We prefer flights to flagships. We believe in freedom of choice." Owner, Alexandra McKeown says, "Our goal is to let the public decide what our core beers should be. We will use our POS system data and feedback from guests in the taproom to determine which beers to distribute in the future."
The Grand Opening will kick off on Friday, May 19 with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Doors will officially open at 5:00 p.m. with the first fifty guests set to receive a free branded flight glass and ticket for a free beer at a later date. Springfield based Eddis and Sons Food Truck will be in attendance to serve up legitimate, Philadelphia-style cheese steaks. The opening also leads directly into the Historic Springfield Tour of Homes hosted by SPAR, Springfield Preservation and Revitalization, on Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21 from Noon – 5:00 p.m. Hyperion Brewing will be open during the Tour of Homes.
Hyperion Brewing will have fifteen taps, however, there will be a limited selection of it's own beers available. "We'll be brewing at a break-neck pace to have as many of our beers ready for the grand opening as possible," says Head Brewer Troy. The brewery will offer Crowler cans to allow guests to take beer off-premise. Patrons can purchase up to two Crowlers per person during the grand opening weekend.
The Jax Beer Bus has partnered with Hyperion Brewing Company to make transportation from the beaches area to the brewery safe and convenient. The Jax Beer Bus will pick up from Green Room Brewing Company at 4:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. All guests must be 21 years or older. Tickets are $15.00 round-trip and include a ticket for a free beer from Hyperion Brewing Company at a later date. The Jax Beer Bus will be BYOLB, "Bring Your Own Local Beer."
For more information please email info@hyperionbrewing.com or call (904) 612-3987.
From:
http://hyperionbrewing.com/news/2017/3/30/grand-opening-announcement
I can't wait! I'll be there for the opening.
Quote from: Bill Hoff on March 30, 2017, 05:30:53 PM
NEWS RELEASE
Hyperion Brewing will have fifteen taps, however, there will be a limited selection of it's own beers available. "We'll be brewing at a break-neck pace to have as many of our beers ready for the grand opening as possible," says Head Brewer Troy.
For more information please email info@hyperionbrewing.com or call (904) 612-3987.
From:
http://hyperionbrewing.com/news/2017/3/30/grand-opening-announcement
When I made homebrew it took 2 weeks at a minimum to go from starting a batch to drinking it. Let's hope they have several of those "nanobrew" setups available!
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Lots of excitement last night at Hyperion's pre-opening party for family and friends. The grand opening is still scheduled for Friday 5/19/2017 at 5:00 PM. The first 50 people in the door will receive a free limited edition "Hyperion" beer glass. Eddiss and Son's food truck will be on site serving up super good Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches. They will also feature local artisans by providing gallery space for their artwork. Really terrific young folks behind this endeavor and the person running the show is a beautiful young woman named Alexandra "Alex" McKeown, a former graduate of Douglass Anderson School of the Arts who after traveling with a stage production throughout Spain has now returned to her hometown to start up a brewery with another former DA student who is the brewmaster. . Several of the staff are also DA alumni, including my son who will be the Bar Manager, a second job for him but one he did not want to miss working to make this new endeavor great alongside his friends. It's exciting to know that some of Jacksonville's best and brightest have decided to be a part of Jacksonville's vibrant community and the revitalization of Springfield. Be there and enjoy a great atmosphere with some original brews to be featured on a regular basis.
The place looks great. I look forward to seeing it in person when I'm back in town.
I'll be there! I can't wait.
I look forward to visiting Hyperion Brewing soon.
I'm excited for this. I had their beer at a tasting at Beer:30 several months ago, and it was impressive. The space looks amazing.
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Okay Kids, Hyperion is up and running. First 50 in the door get the really cool etched flight glass in the picture and a wooden nickle for a free beer. Go, and have fun!
1740 North Main Street. Open today 5:00 to 10:00 PM. :)
I was only five people too late for the free glass:(
The brewery is great. I really like the outdoor area out back. Also, social grounds new location is wonderful.
Went with a friend to Hyperion last night. Walked in the door at 10:02 PM. There were about a dozen folks in there enjoying their beers.
The owner/bartender would not serve us. Tapped his watch and said, "Sorry, closed at 10."
It will be a long time before I go back....................................
Quote from: MusicMan on May 26, 2017, 09:14:52 AM
Went to Hyperion last night. Walked in the door at 10:02 PM. There were about a dozen folks in there enjoying their beers.
The owner/bartender would not serve us. Tapped his watch and said, "Sorry, closed at 10."
It will be a long time before I go back....................................
Cool story.
Quote from: MusicMan on May 26, 2017, 09:14:52 AM
Went to Hyperion last night. Walked in the door at 10:02 PM. There were about a dozen folks in there enjoying their beers.
The owner/bartender would not serve us. Tapped his watch and said, "Sorry, closed at 10."
It will be a long time before I go back....................................
LOL. Were you going to pound your beer to make sure you didn't hold everybody up?
Almost everyone had a full glass. Last call had happened 7 minutes before.
Anyway, a new business and customers walk in. The place pretty full. I'm 100% certain none of those folks was leaving in the next 5 minutes.
Pretty certain if a 'friend' had walked in he would have been served.
Too many choices in Jax craft beer to treat a person that way. Not to worry, I found a place that took my money.
Quote from: MusicMan on May 26, 2017, 11:27:28 AM
Almost everyone had a full glass. Last call had happened 7 minutes before.
Anyway, a new business and customers walk in. The place pretty full. I'm 100% certain none of those folks was leaving in the next 5 minutes.
Pretty certain if a 'friend' had walked in he would have been served.
Too many choices in Jax craft beer to treat a person that way. Not to worry, I found a place that took my money.
I believe they must stop serving at 10 PM by law. If it was indeed after that, then as a new business, how are they to know of someone undercover was watching and would bust them for even 2 or 3 minutes? I suspect the hard fought process to get their licenses will keep them a bit "letter of the law" for a bit.
The owner chose keeping his business at the risk of losing one person's business. Seems like he made the right call. I think your reluctance to return is a little misplaced. To each their own though.
There's a law prohibiting serving past 10 PM?
Anyway, In 10 years I have driven to Springfield 1 time to get a beer. Last night was the second time. And the place was surprisingly full of people enjoying their beer. Not like it was empty.
He pours 2 beers, we give him $10, and join everyone else enjoying their beers. Seems like the best choice.
Quote from: strider on May 26, 2017, 11:38:47 AM
how are they to know of someone undercover was watching and would bust them for even 2 or 3 minutes?
Yeah you Narc. Quit trying to get businesses shut down.
Next time I'll ask for water.
Was there this Saturday after the home tour and the place was packed. One of the owners, I think Alex, came by everyone's table to make sure we were all enjoying ourselves. Great place and I will be back! The only issue I had were with the beers, they only had guest beers on tap, when can we try some Hyperion brew?
The brewery makes $10 dollar off the beer but risks breaking the law for a $1,000.00+ fine and maybe losing his brewing license from the state.
I think he made the right call. Plus, all breweries in Jax close at 10pm.
Drink and Serve Responsibly
I believe they must stop serving at 10 PM by law.
WTF? Is that really a law? Sponsored by Sen. Boss Hogg (R-Budweiser) perhaps?
As detailed here: http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3 (http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3) craft breweries and brewpubs are illegal in Springfield. Therefore, in order to open, Hyperion had to create their own zoning on the facility called a PUD.
They originally requested to be open until 11pm, but the applicants had to acquiesce to an amendment to those hours when their various exceptions and rezoning application were approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Per their zoning approval, the hours of operation are required to be the following:
M-F: Inside sales 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Outside sales 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Sat: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
Sun: Inside and Outside sales 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Holidays: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
*When people on this site complain about outdated zoning laws that are holding back the redevelopment of urban neighborhoods and older buildings... this particular case is one of hundreds of examples of why our land use laws are actually interfering with free market forces and ultimately hurting the economic health and quality of life of our neighborhoods.
Perhaps instead of complaining about a small business owner who was courageous enough to jump through various hoops in order to open in a neighborhood that is seen as extremely economically risky... maybe the complaints should be directed towards the public officials that make it difficult for our city to thrive. ;)
10 PM, especially on Friday and Saturday is ridiculous. I wonder what it would take to have it changed in the future? If it was done as a PUD, it shouldn't be impossible. Hopefully once the other Springfield breweries open, there will be enough of an impetus for the city to reexamine these land use regulations.
Quote from: fieldafm on May 26, 2017, 03:13:31 PM
As detailed here: http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3 (http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3) craft breweries and brewpubs are illegal in Springfield. Therefore, in order to open, Hyperion had to create their own zoning on the facility called a PUD.
They originally requested to be open until 11pm, but the applicants had to acquiesce to an amendment to those hours when their various exceptions and rezoning application were approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Per their zoning approval, the hours of operation are required to be the following:
M-F: Inside sales 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Outside sales 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Sat: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
Sun: Inside and Outside sales 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Holidays: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
*When people on this site complain about outdated zoning laws that are holding back the redevelopment of urban neighborhoods and older buildings... this particular case is one of hundreds of examples of why our land use laws are actually interfering with free market forces and ultimately hurting the economic health and quality of life of our neighborhoods.
Perhaps instead of complaining about a small business owner who was courageous enough to jump through various hoops in order to open in a neighborhood that is seen as extremely economically risky... maybe the complaints should be directed towards the public officials that make it difficult for our city to thrive. ;)
Excellent post.
Quote from: Tacachale on May 27, 2017, 01:32:27 AM
Quote from: fieldafm on May 26, 2017, 03:13:31 PM
As detailed here: http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3 (http://www.moderncities.com/article/2016-sep-breweries-coming-to-springfield-but-are-they-legal/page/3) craft breweries and brewpubs are illegal in Springfield. Therefore, in order to open, Hyperion had to create their own zoning on the facility called a PUD.
They originally requested to be open until 11pm, but the applicants had to acquiesce to an amendment to those hours when their various exceptions and rezoning application were approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Per their zoning approval, the hours of operation are required to be the following:
M-F: Inside sales 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Outside sales 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Sat: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
Sun: Inside and Outside sales 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Holidays: Inside and Outside sales Noon – 10 p.m.
*When people on this site complain about outdated zoning laws that are holding back the redevelopment of urban neighborhoods and older buildings... this particular case is one of hundreds of examples of why our land use laws are actually interfering with free market forces and ultimately hurting the economic health and quality of life of our neighborhoods.
Perhaps instead of complaining about a small business owner who was courageous enough to jump through various hoops in order to open in a neighborhood that is seen as extremely economically risky... maybe the complaints should be directed towards the public officials that make it difficult for our city to thrive. ;)
Excellent post.
Agree...Thank you
Hopefully, this information helps give you a different perspective of the situation Music Man. You not being served after hours had less to do with you and more to do with the city we reside in. IMO, we're way overdue for a comprehensive zoning overhaul.
Bold City and Intuition Ale serve past 10 pm, are they subject to different laws?
Quote from: MusicMan on May 27, 2017, 11:56:53 AM
Bold City and Intuition Ale serve past 10 pm, are they subject to different laws?
Are either of them located in Springfield?
No. So it's different in Springfield. Well that 'splains everything :P
Quote from: MusicMan on May 27, 2017, 12:16:33 PM
No. So it's different in Springfield. Well that 'splains everything :P
That's at least what I got from the other comments. Could be wrong, though.
Most breweries in town are open till 11. They often do last call earlier than that. That's allowed either by their zoning or the PUDs they got. As Field said, Main Street Springfield is not zoned to allow for breweries, so Hyperion had to get PUDs; due to pushback they had to settle for 10 pm. At any rate, it's not personal when any bar refuses to serve customers after their last call, especially when they probably wish they could serve them later.
It's ironic that Shantytown pub can serve alcohol till 2AM (and it is closer to residential). What was the city afraid of? Noise on Main Street at 11PM?
I think both should be allowed to be open any hour they wish. I've never understood who closing at 2AM (the state required closing time) was supposed to help. It's not like people will still be sober enough to drive at 2AM, but not at 3 or 4; and there isn't some greater societal purpose of keeping people employed. I don't know many people that make it to work the next morning after leaving a bar at 2AM.
Quote from: strider on May 26, 2017, 11:38:47 AM
Quote from: MusicMan on May 26, 2017, 11:27:28 AM
Almost everyone had a full glass. Last call had happened 7 minutes before.
Anyway, a new business and customers walk in. The place pretty full. I'm 100% certain none of those folks was leaving in the next 5 minutes.
Pretty certain if a 'friend' had walked in he would have been served.
Too many choices in Jax craft beer to treat a person that way. Not to worry, I found a place that took my money.
I believe they must stop serving at 10 PM by law. If it was indeed after that, then as a new business, how are they to know of someone undercover was watching and would bust them for even 2 or 3 minutes? I suspect the hard fought process to get their licenses will keep them a bit "letter of the law" for a bit.
Exactly right. Nail on the head. So much love and energy has gone into that endeavor and everyone is trying to follow all the rules to a "T". They went through the eye of a needle to get approval for a brewery in that location with council, that placed parameters on what they can sell and when. Those parameters included them having to stop serving beer at 10:00 PM considering the type of business license they have. They don't want to risk what they worked so hard for. Music man, go back again a little before ten and try one of the new specialty brews they just created. The beer is great and the people are all very good folks. They didn't make the law, they are just trying to follow it. :)
Quote from: MusicMan on May 26, 2017, 09:14:52 AM
Went with a friend to Hyperion last night. Walked in the door at 10:02 PM. There were about a dozen folks in there enjoying their beers.
The owner/bartender would not serve us. Tapped his watch and said, "Sorry, closed at 10."
It will be a long time before I go back....................................
To much fauxrage to bother asking why? Glad the folks here at MJ could help you out.
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BTW, they are serving their own beer now. Last night was an Irish stout that tasted about average (I'm not a good judge of stouts because I generally avoid them), and a strawberry shortcake beer that was unlike any beer I've tried before and had a very strong strawberry flavor to it. My wife enjoyed the strawberry beer while I drank the guest beers. They have a good selection of guest beers on tap and they must be ordering one keg of each at a time because they were frequently running out and switching to a new beer. The selection was entirely different, than it was on opening night. It was very busy when we were there (around 6:30PM yesterday) and it was good to see a good amount of the patrons had walked down from the Main Street Cruise to have a beer.
Quote from: remc86007 on May 28, 2017, 01:29:08 PM
BTW, they are serving their own beer now. Last night was an Irish stout that tasted about average (I'm not a good judge of stouts because I generally avoid them), and a strawberry shortcake beer that was unlike any beer I've tried before and had a very strong strawberry flavor to it. My wife enjoyed the strawberry beer while I drank the guest beers. They have a good selection of guest beers on tap and they must be ordering one keg of each at a time because they were frequently running out and switching to a new beer. The selection was entirely different, than it was on opening night. It was very busy when we were there (around 6:30PM yesterday) and it was good to see a good amount of the patrons had walked down from the Main Street Cruise to have a beer.
Changing the selection quickly is part of their business plan. Folks can always expect something new when they visit. :)
Quote from: Cheshire Cat on May 28, 2017, 03:37:13 PM
Quote from: remc86007 on May 28, 2017, 01:29:08 PM
BTW, they are serving their own beer now. Last night was an Irish stout that tasted about average (I'm not a good judge of stouts because I generally avoid them), and a strawberry shortcake beer that was unlike any beer I've tried before and had a very strong strawberry flavor to it. My wife enjoyed the strawberry beer while I drank the guest beers. They have a good selection of guest beers on tap and they must be ordering one keg of each at a time because they were frequently running out and switching to a new beer. The selection was entirely different, than it was on opening night. It was very busy when we were there (around 6:30PM yesterday) and it was good to see a good amount of the patrons had walked down from the Main Street Cruise to have a beer.
Changing the selection quickly is part of their business plan. Folks can always expect something new when they visit. :)
Do you own shares in the business or something?
I'm pretty sure they are privately owned. No shares available, yet!
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Quote from: Adam White on May 28, 2017, 03:43:04 PMDo you own shares in the business or something?
ICYMI:
Quote from: Cheshire Cat on May 17, 2017, 05:01:39 PM
Several of the staff are also DA alumni, including my son who will be the Bar Manager
Quote from: Adam White on May 28, 2017, 05:45:26 PM
Quote from: Non-RedNeck Westsider on May 28, 2017, 05:08:26 PM
Quote from: Adam White on May 28, 2017, 03:43:04 PMDo you own shares in the business or something?
ICYMI:
Quote from: Cheshire Cat on May 17, 2017, 05:01:39 PM
Several of the staff are also DA alumni, including my son who will be the Bar Manager
T, IAIDMT.
NP, JPALMANTAYWLLSAA
Quote from: Non-RedNeck Westsider on May 28, 2017, 09:30:10 PM
Quote from: Adam White on May 28, 2017, 05:45:26 PM
Quote from: Non-RedNeck Westsider on May 28, 2017, 05:08:26 PM
Quote from: Adam White on May 28, 2017, 03:43:04 PMDo you own shares in the business or something?
ICYMI:
Quote from: Cheshire Cat on May 17, 2017, 05:01:39 PM
Several of the staff are also DA alumni, including my son who will be the Bar Manager
T, IAIDMT.
NP, JPALMANTAYWLLSAA
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WTF...LOL
Stopped by with some friends yesterday afternoon for a couple of hours and had a great time. Tasted a couple of their own beers and they were real good in my opinion. Place looks great. From my experience only a couple of things for me was that the beer could have been colder. Pet peeve of mine. The other while the bar stools looked cool damn they were not very comfortable, I guess the seat too small for my fat ass. A whole other story I guess. Actually they were uncomfortable for all in my group and we quickly nabbed a table with regular chairs once one opened up. Was a decent crowd the entire time while there too. Will definitely make a return visit. Nice addition to Springfield.
I think craft breweries in general are in a difficult position with regard to beer temperature. Lagers, which they don't serve many of should be kept as close to freezing as possible, whereas "hoppy" beers like IPAs should be served somewhat warmer so the hops don't come across as bitter.
Then again, it might just be that the beer hadn't been in the fridge long enough haha
Quote from: remc86007 on June 04, 2017, 12:36:43 PM
I think craft breweries in general are in a difficult position with regard to beer temperature. Lagers, which they don't serve many of should be kept as close to freezing as possible, whereas "hoppy" beers like IPAs should be served somewhat warmer so the hops don't come across as bitter.
Then again, it might just be that the beer hadn't been in the fridge long enough haha
Do lagers really need to be kept that cold? I like cold beer - and prefer mine to be very, very cold - but it's quite common to serve lager at between 40 and 50 degrees F.
^ Higher quality lagers are fine up to 50 or so, but I think most lagers should just be served in the 30s to be safe. In FL specifically, if you serve a beer at 35 degrees it will be in the 40s within a few minutes anyway. I hate when I order a lager at a restaurant, it comes out in the high 40s and by the time the food comes my beer is practically warm.
Quote from: remc86007 on June 04, 2017, 01:36:29 PM
^ Higher quality lagers are fine up to 50 or so, but I think most lagers should just be served in the 30s to be safe. In FL specifically, if you serve a beer at 35 degrees it will be in the 40s within a few minutes anyway. I hate when I order a lager at a restaurant, it comes out in the high 40s and by the time the food comes my beer is practically warm.
I'm the same way. I like them cold. I am not a big fan of ales or bitters, but I like them cold, too. I like cold drinks, apparently. Except coffee.
For me... it's the climate I'm in... a warm thick beer on a hot and muggy day is awful. An ice cold lager at the ballgame is perfect... 8)
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Okay beer lovers and supporters of small business. Hyperion is taking a giant step today in the beer world. Starting today, every beer on tap is one of their own brews. You won't find these brews anywhere else. They have reached an early milestone. :) Good luck to all at Hyperion.
I love this place! I know they are experimenting for their first year, but I hope they pick some flagships sooner rather than later. I've loved several of their IPAs so far and I wish I could have more of them. Often I like trying new beers, but sometimes I just want a regular IPA without any other flavors mixed in. Other minor gripe is the lack of sound dampening really makes the place hard to talk in when full; I know that makes me sound old and it seems to be the trend among restaurants and breweries these days, but I don't care for it. I'm so thankful the owners choose Springfield, it has really changed the area having people on Main Street every night.
They do offer beers from other brewers in bottle and they take care not to put anything on tap that will compromise another brewer close by. Their business plan is to continually offer their own brews, something you will not find on a grocery shelf. They will find out which of theirs the customers like most and some of those will be regularly available. There will also always be new flavors on tap. The sound is because of the loft style open ceilings which is the trend these days. :)
^I'm not interested in other brewery's beers when I go there, just a regular tasting Hyperion IPA (like IPA #2 which they had in their first 2 weeks) would be nice to have regularly.
About the sound, I think sound reduction panels painted black and placed along the (already black) ceiling would work wonders and not be visually very noticeable.
Wife and I went back yesterday after work and found they have a very substantial selection for just being open for a few months. Had both their chocolate porter and sour blonde... very tasty.
I just saw where their brewmaster and them have parted ways. Seems what I have seen is he may have had somewhat of a checkered past.
Quote from: edjax on November 14, 2017, 09:58:35 AM
I just saw where their brewmaster and them have parted ways. Seems what I have seen is he may have had somewhat of a checkered past.
Do tell.
Well it is pretty serious if all the rants on twitter are accurate. I know not always reliable but seen the accusations from many people seeming to make it sound true. Suggest just searching around. I am sure those on here from Springfield have a better feel for it.
Quote from: Tacachale on November 14, 2017, 11:57:30 AM
Quote from: edjax on November 14, 2017, 09:58:35 AM
I just saw where their brewmaster and them have parted ways. Seems what I have seen is he may have had somewhat of a checkered past.
Do tell.
There is nothing to tell - sometimes business partnerships don't work out. The assistant brewmaster has now been promoted and everything seems to be going strong. If you haven't been in a while (or ever) go check out the new Helios Beer Garden out back.
Re: Former brewmaster, it's nothing that a quick Google search can't turn up.
Fyi - a niche natural food store has opened directly next to Hyperion, with snacks, seasonings and other periphery foodie things: Conscious Market.
It's actually the same building, but a different store front.
Hyperion Brewing will be closing in March.
Feels like a trend of craft breweries closing in the urban core in the past several months...is this #3?
Quote from: fsu813 on January 16, 2024, 11:17:35 PM
Feels like a trend of craft breweries closing in the urban core in the past several months...is this #3?
If you count Main & 6th & Engine 15 as closures, this is number 5. Engine 15 (now Myrtle Ave Brewing), Main & 6th (Now Historically Hoppy), Tabula Rasa, Lemon Street, and now Hyperion.
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Quote from: acme54321 on January 17, 2024, 11:19:32 AM
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Which breweries in town do you consider to have great beer?
Quote from: Captain Zissou on January 17, 2024, 11:36:20 AM
Quote from: acme54321 on January 17, 2024, 11:19:32 AM
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Which breweries in town do you consider to have great beer?
LOL
Quote from: acme54321 on January 17, 2024, 11:19:32 AM
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Main & 6 won recognition far and wide for their product. A unique situation forced them to close, owner kept the recipes. Wouldn't surprise me if they opened again in the future.
Quote from: fsu813 on January 17, 2024, 02:41:24 PM
Quote from: acme54321 on January 17, 2024, 11:19:32 AM
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Main & 6 won recognition far and wide for their product.
Literally nationally, with the Great American Beer Festival's Brewery and Brewer of the Year win.
Miss this place.
The Suggha Daddi and Big Jim, in particular.
Quote from: fsu813 on January 16, 2024, 11:17:35 PM
Hyperion Brewing will be closing in March.
Feels like a trend of craft breweries closing in the urban core in the past several months...is this #3?
Small businesses come and go. Most new ones will close within five years of opening. It's been that way a long time, regardless of the type of business activity. As time goes on, some of these places will become new breweries and others like Voodoo in San Marco or the spot going into the Forsyth Street garage, will open new locations of their own.
Quote from: Captain Zissou on January 17, 2024, 11:13:11 AM
Quote from: fsu813 on January 16, 2024, 11:17:35 PM
Feels like a trend of craft breweries closing in the urban core in the past several months...is this #3?
If you count Main & 6th & Engine 15 as closures, this is number 5. Engine 15 (now Myrtle Ave Brewing), Main & 6th (Now Historically Hoppy), Tabula Rasa, Lemon Street, and now Hyperion.
FYI, Engine 15 is still around. They had two locations and consolidated at their Beach Blvd. one. One partner stayed on Myrtle and established Myrtle Avenue Brewing in the same location.
We're at that place where age and saturation is leading to closures. More will open up in their place, not to mention other businesses to suite changing tastes (like Manifest making craft cocktails, Wildcrafters doing NA cocktails, etc). Such is life in a city with a substantial craft brewing sector.
Quote from: fsu813 on January 17, 2024, 02:41:24 PM
Quote from: acme54321 on January 17, 2024, 11:19:32 AM
One thing in common is that none of them had great beer.
Main & 6 won recognition far and wide for their product. A unique situation forced them to close, owner kept the recipes. Wouldn't surprise me if they opened again in the future.
I was referring to the three recent ones, not E13 or Main and 6th.
Some breweries that have recently opened or are on the way:
Voodoo Brewing - San Marco
Jekyll Brewing - Jax Beach
Grace Note Brewing - Ortega
Mocama Beer Co - Wildlight
String Sports - Jax Beach
Voodoo doesn't really count. It's a national chain and they don't brew on site from what I understand. Seems more like a beer themed restaurant.
The Daily Record has a pretty good article today on the craft brewing industry locally and nationwide.
QuoteFor all of the feel-good moments for Fishweir, 2023 also generated stiff economic headwinds for it and other small, independent breweries in Jacksonville and across the nation.
Inflation, spiking costs of doing business and shifts in consumer spending cut into revenue for independents, resulting in hundreds of American breweries shutting their doors in 2023.
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Preben Olsen, co-owner of San Marco's Aardwolf Brewing Co., said he believed there was still room for competition in Jacksonville.
"Market saturation? No," he said.
"Breweries are still opening up, and a lot of the ones we see opening up have previous experience in the industry. So they are a little bit more wary of the pitfalls and the issues that they may run into."
https://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2024/jan/19/for-jacksonville-breweries-a-time-of-stout-headwinds/
Another popping up in Fleming Island. Barley and Pie. I believe it's one of the Wicked Barley owners.
One effect of a strong economy and real wage growth is that it's a worker's market. Workers have more job opportunities to choose from. That's great in most ways, but it does affect businesses like the food and drink industry that operate on slim margins. Combine that with the risks of opening small businesses in general, and it's not surprising to see some closures, though it's great to see our craft beer scene is strong enough that there are more new openings that closures.
I don't like this quote from the brewer:
QuoteBaez said he didn't believe the closures were a matter of overcrowding, but instead were caused by a lack of support for independents among local beer drinkers. He said other communities support more breweries than Jacksonville on a per-capita basis and he pointed to Tampa as an example.
People support what they like and you can't blame them for not supporting you.