Pour yourself a pint and settle in—Beer with Brad is your inside look at the craft of brewing from one of the Southeast’s most accomplished brewers. Hosted by Brad, Director of Brewing Operations at Tega Cay’s award-winning Model A Brewing, this column explores the science, creativity, and passion behind every pour. From homebrew beginnings to national accolades, Brad brings decades of hands-on experience to the table, offering insights on fermentation, beer styles, brewing tips, and the occasional story from life around Lake Wylie.
Whether he’s crafting a medal-winning Altbier, casting a line off the dock, or experimenting with new yeast strains, Brad’s curiosity and love for craft beer shine through in every edition. With contributions drawn from his experience leading a brewery that’s consistently recognized at the U.S. Open Beer Championship and the Great American Beer Festival, Beer with Brad is a must-read for beer lovers, aspiring brewers, and anyone who appreciates the alchemy behind a great glass of beer.
Cheers to brewing better beer—one column at a time.