Tyler Grange’s hops and dreams

Harry reflects on the pivotal moments and partnerships that have shaped TG brewing journey since 2022: 

“We’ve continued to work with Chris at Burning Soul after Phoenix. It’s been fantastic blending our visions, getting to know each other and really syncing with his expertise.” Harry continues, “There’s a magic in understanding what drives a brewer like Chris. It’s not just about sales; it’s a craft.” 

Harry also describes the landscape of small breweries and the pressures they face—from soaring ingredient costs to the shadow of industry giants. “Navigating through 2023 was tough for small breweries. With rising costs and tighter consumer budgets, they’ve had to be mindful about pricing. I told Chris last time we met, ‘Make sure you’re charging us properly. Have the unit costs gone up? Then we need to reflect that.'” 

Harry shares the intriguing backstory of Easy Peeler, our newest beer and how it reflects TG’s brewing philosophy: 

“Chris mentioned this new batch he was experimenting with, using orange peel for flavouring. I got a taste, and it was spot on—not overpowering, but just enough citrus to know it’s there.” 

He continues, “Using orange peel struck me as a fantastic way to repurpose a waste product. Despite the carbon footprint associated with growing and transporting oranges, utilising the peel helps reduce potential waste.” 

Reflecting on a wider scale, Harry adds, “It’s a drop in the ocean but it’s our drop. We’re using what would otherwise be thrown away. I also recently came across a study conducted in Costa Rica. Thousands of tonnes of discarded orange peel revived barren land into lush greenery years later. It highlights the environmental potential of using what would otherwise be discarded.” 

“It makes us think about the impact of our ingredients beyond just flavour,” Harry continues. “There are so many possibilities with natural by-products like orange peel, and it’s exciting to think about what other roles they could play in a sustainable future.” 

“Because it’s fun!” says Harry. “We could be doing anything, but we chose this because it’s enjoyable and it really stands out in our industry. Even our competitors have started brewing their own beers, which is fantastic. It’s a lot better than sending out brand USB sticks because, let’s face it, that’s pretty dull.” 

“Brewing has become something of a long term, side project for us, a nice break from our day-to-day work,” Harry continues. “We’re not professional brewers, and we don’t sell beer. It’s just something a bit crazy we do. Whether it’s at networking events or career fairs, mentioning our beer always starts great conversations—’Beer, what’s that about?’ It’s a great excuse to rock up to a client’s office with a six-pack, offering those moments of unexpected joy.” 

So yes, it’s fun! Going a little deeper, Harry shares what makes our brewing project special. “It’s not just about the beer,” he explains. “It’s about creating genuine, human connections beyond our work roles. We’re not just team members; we’re people trying to build brilliant places together. Sharing a beer is a great way to get to know one another and put the world to rights.”