The brewing event of the year
Brew at Sierra Nevada with the founders of
Russian River, Sierra Nevada, Green Cheek, Scratch, and more
BREWERS
RETREAT
CRAFT BEER & BREWING Brewers Retreat
Brew With World-Class Master Brewers at Sierra Nevada
NOV 2-5, 2025 | Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. (Asheville, North Carolina)
There are a limited number of tickets for the country's best brewing experience! Brew with world-class master brewers over four days at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Mills River (Asheville, North Carolina).
At this exclusive retreat, you'll collaborate on small-batch brews (15-30 gallons) with some of the country's top brewers, connect with brewery owners from around the country, enjoy some beautiful meals created by the culinary team at Sierra Nevada, and relax in the mountains of North Carolina. Tickets include three nights of lodging , brew days, educational sessions, transportation, bottle shares, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and select beers, but space is limited, so book today!
We'll ferment and package the beers to send you a handful of cans to enjoy. You’ll have the ultimate collaboration beers to share with your friends!
Brewer selection is based on the order in which tickets are purchased. That means the earlier you get your ticket, the more likely you brew with your preferred master brewer—so don’t delay!
Craft Beer & Brewing All Access members members save $300+ on tickets!
Brew With
Ken Grossman
Founder, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Ken Grossman founded Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in 1980, with the goal of providing his customers with the kind of beer he liked to drink—hoppy, dark and flavorful. His background in homebrewing, uncompromising approach to quality, and financial savvy helped him build one of the most successful craft breweries in the U.S.
Brian Grossman
Chief Brewer, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Brian Grossman is the next-generation force behind Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., continuing the legacy his father, Ken Grossman, began in 1980. Brian has been instrumental in expanding the brand’s reach while staying true to its pioneering craft beer roots. Brian’s brewing philosophy is rooted in respect for tradition, innovation, and sustainability. He’s passionate about pushing boundaries—whether experimenting with bold new recipes, refining time-honored classics like Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, or driving the company’s efforts in environmental stewardship. Under his guidance, the Mills River facility has become a model of eco-conscious brewing, featuring state-of-the-art systems for water conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable resources. Growing up immersed in the brewing world, Brian honed his skills early, learning the art and science of beer from his father. After formal training at the Siebel Institute of Technology and further hands-on experience in the brewery, he emerged as a driving force in Sierra Nevada’s operations and innovation. Outside the brewery, Brian is an advocate for the broader craft beer community. He’s active in industry organizations, a champion of independent brewing, and a familiar face at festivals and events, always eager to share Sierra Nevada’s story and connect with fellow beer lovers.
Vinnie + Natalie Cilurzo
Founders, Russian River Brewing Company
Vinnie and Natalie Cilurzo are the founders of Russian River Brewing Company in Santa Rosa and Windsor, California. The brewing industry power couple are two of the most respected in the world of craft beer. Their downtown Santa Rosa brewpub has been a legendary destination for craft beer fans for many, many years, and the production brewery in Windsor, California is the culmination of decades of experience plus a desire to build their dream brewery. In 2008 Vinnie was honored with the Brewers Association Russell Schehrer Award for Innovation in Brewing and in 2017 Vinnie and Natalie were honored with the Brewers Association Recognition Award. Natalie was the keynote speaker at the 2022 Craft Brewer’s Conference in Minneapolis.
Khris Johnson
Head Brewer/Co-Owner, Green Bench Brewing Co. + Webb's City Cellar.
Khris Johnson is the Head Brewer and Co-Owner of Green Bench Brewing Co. and Webb's City Cellar. An industry professional for over 14 years, Khris is also a Founding Faculty Member of the USF St. Petersburg Brewing Arts Program, the Vice President of Beer Kulture, a Board Member of The Michael James Jackson Foundation for Brewing and Distilling, and a Founding Board Member of the National Black Brewers Association of America.
Evan Price
Cofounder/Head Brewer, Green Cheek
Evan Price has been a driving force in the Southern California craft beer scene for over a decade, earning a reputation for crafting beers that strike the perfect balance between approachability and innovation. As the founder of Green Cheek Beer Co. in Orange County, Price has created a brewery that reflects his fun-loving personality and passion for sharing good times over great beer. Before launching Green Cheek in 2017, Price built his name at Noble Ale Works, where his hoppy creations, including the beloved “I Love It!” IPA, garnered acclaim and hardware at competitions like the Great American Beer Festival. At Green Cheek, he’s continued to push boundaries, delivering everything from perfectly executed West Coast IPAs to crisp pilsners and playful, boundary-blurring creations that have won over beer lovers far and wide. Known for his humility and a genuine love of community, Price has fostered a culture at Green Cheek that’s as welcoming as it is forward-thinking.
Bob Kunz
Founder, Highland Park Brewery
Bob Kunz, founder of Highland Park Brewery in Los Angeles, is a brewer’s brewer whose dedication to nuance and balance has made his beers a favorite among craft beer enthusiasts and industry peers alike. Since opening the brewery in 2014, Kunz has guided Highland Park to become one of California’s most respected destinations for meticulously crafted beers, from hop-forward pale ales to clean lagers and mixed-culture gems. Before launching Highland Park Brewery, Kunz refined his skills at notable Southern California breweries, including the celebrated Father’s Office and his time brewing at Eagle Rock Brewery. Kunz is known not just for his brewing expertise but also for his commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive space that reflects the creative energy of Los Angeles. Whether it’s on tap at the cozy original space at the Hermosillo or at their larger, sun-drenched Chinatown brewery, every Highland Park beer carries Kunz’s unmistakable stamp of quality and care. For Kunz, beer is about more than what’s in the glass—it’s about bringing people together and sharing the joy of discovery.
Neil Fisher
Founder/Brewmaster, WeldWerks Brewing Company
Neil began homebrewing with friends at his home in 2009, and over the next few years, a full roster of nearly 2 dozen different colorful characters would come around once a month to brew, learn and enjoy one another’s company. Fast forward a few years to the 2014 Big Beers, Belgians, and Barleywines festival, held at the time in Vail, CO, which is home to one of the nation’s best homebrew competitions. A soft agreement was made in advance that if Neil was able to bring home a medal at this prestigious competition, he would consider opening a brewery. Well, as it happened, he didn’t win a medal – he won two. That informal agreement quickly turned into a business plan, and 11 months later, the first beers were poured at WeldWerks Brewing in Greeley, CO.
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Marika Josephson
Owner/Brewer, Scratch Brewing
Marika Josephson is the three-time James Beard Award nominated co-owner of Scratch Brewing Company, a farmhouse brewery dedicated to making regional beer with a sense of place. She is the author of numerous articles on the history of Midwestern food and drink and co-author of The Homebrewer's Almanac: A Seasonal Guide to Making Your Own Beer from Scratch.
Doug Reiser
Cofounder, Burial Beer Co
Doug started Burial back in 2012, as a side project, while wrapping up a legal career representing nearly 150 brewers and craft makers in the Pacific NW. He straddled a legal career, a fledgling software business and Burial’s original nano-brewery for many years before selling his interests in his suit and tie life and taking to beverage full time in 2018. Hailing out of the South Slope of Asheville, NC, Burial's spectrum of beer spans a wide array of styles, ranging from modern, hop-forward IPAs, to Lagers based in tradition. Burial’s taprooms offer an exploration of more complex barrel-aged dark ales, high-gravity dessert stouts, nuanced mixed fermentation wild ales, and evolutionary examples of farmhouse ales. In 2021 and 2022, Burial was named Craft Beer & Brewing's Readers’ Choice #1 Small Brewery in the World and #1 Small Regional Brewery in the World, respectively. Burial promotes a profound connection to human introspection through its art, crafting products and experiences for celebrating life's fleeting moments with mindfulness. Burial launched wine and cider in 2019, and live music and coffee businesses in 2023. They currently operate taprooms in Charlotte, Raleigh, and two in Asheville, adding the Eulogy live music venue and VISUALS wine bar in 2024.
Itinerary
We're still finalizing some details regarding hotel and meal locations. Check back soon for more!
DAY 1 (NOV 2, 2025)
- 4:00pm: Hotel check-in + bus departure to Sierra Nevada
- 4:30pm – 5:30pm: Welcome Happy Hour @ Sierra Nevada
- 5:30pm: Dinner @ Sierra Nevada
- 7:00pm: Bus to Hotel
- 7:30pm – 9:45pm: Bottle share
DAY 2 (NOV 3, 2025)
- 6:30am - 8:45am: Breakfast
- 9:00am: Bus departs to Sierra Nevada
- 9:30am – 11:30am: IPA Panels + Brewery Tours
- 11:30am – 5:30pm: Brewing session with master brewers
- 1:00pm: Lunch
- 5:30pm: Bus departs
- 6:00pm - 8:00pm: Dinner
DAY 3 (NOV 4, 2025)
- 6:30am - 8:45am: Breakfast
- 9:00am: Bus departs to Sierra Nevada
- 9:30am – 11:30am: Brewing Seminar
- 11:30am – 5:30pm: Brewing session with master brewers
- 1:00pm: Lunch
- 5:30pm: Bus departs
- 6:00pm: Pairing Dinner
- 8:30pm – 9:45pm: Bottle share
DAY 4 (NOV 5, 2025)
- 6:30am – 9:00am: Free morning
- 10:00am: Checkout
Location
The event will be hosted at Sierra Nevada in Asheville, North Carolina, plus nearby venues. For accommodations, we are finalizing the lodging and meals, but all brewing activities will happen onsite at Sierra Nevada (Mills River, North Carolina). Tickets include three nights of lodging and all transportation to get to/from Sierra Nevada.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have other questions? Contact us.
TICKETS
When is the last day I’m able to purchase tickets?
The last day you can purchase a ticket is when we sell out.
If I purchase a brewer ticket now, can I purchase a companion ticket for the same event later or do they both need to be purchased at the same time?
You do not need to purchase the companion ticket at the same time. Just let us know if and when you want to add your companion.
BREWING
Are the identified Master Brewers confirmed to participate?
The listed brewers are confirmed.
Can I pick the brewmaster that leads my group?
Yes. Prior to the event we will send out a survey for your preferred lead brewer. If a brew group is full, preference will be given to the attendee that purchased their ticket first. That said, we’ve always accommodated every request.
What type of beer will be brewed?
The brewers will collaboratively develop a different recipe for each day of brewing, and each team will brew threads of that recipe which will be fermented in the Sierra Nevada pilot brewery.
Will retreat attendees be allowed to participate in the brewing process?
You will be allowed to participate in the brewing process and collaborate with the pro brewer.
What are we going to do with the beer we are brewing?
When the beer is ready, we will package and ship 4-6 cans to each participant.
TRANSPORTATION
May I be provided a discount if I don't use your transportation?
There will be no discount if you do not use our transportation. The transportation is included in the overall package.
FOOD & DRINK
Which meals are included?
Sunday: Dinner
Monday: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Tuesday: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
How much beer will be provided?
At each dinner we will provide the equivalent of at least one beer. Happy hours and receptions will offer unlimited pours.
"This event is something that outshines almost any experience I've gone to in the past. The brewers that attended this conference were so open with all of us about brewing methods, tips/tricks, etc were just fantastic!"
- Doug K. (Brewers Retreat Austin Attendee)
"I want to tell you all that it was awful and never come, but this would just be to keep it a secret and protect it for myself. In fact, this was the most incredible beer experience I've ever had."
- Allan M. (Brewers Retreat Colorado Attendee)
"This was an amazing experience - to be able to not only meet, but hang out and brew with Brewing legends like Mitch Steel, Henry Nguyen, the crew from Jester King. What can I say? How could it be better?"
- John W. (Brewers Retreat Austin Attendee)
"This was a wonderful week. Brewing with the pros; and testing recipes. Friendship and a good time, all with a common subject; all in a beautiful retreat."
- Nowell G. (Brewers Retreat Austin Attendee)
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