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In preparation for opening one of
North Carolina’s newest truly Southern-style breweries later this year, Haw River Farmhouse Ales owners Ben Woodward and Dawnya Bohager are proud to announce that Nick Mangili has been brought on as head brewer!
Mangili, a Durham native, is returning to North Carolina after “sowing
his wild oats” as head brewer at Deep Ellum Brewing Co. in Dallas,
Texas. He also spent time helping Fullsteam get started in Durham in
2010.
Mangili is a mix of beer nerd, science geek and farmhand. Pair his
stellar brewing experience with a Bachelor of Science degree in
biological systems engineering from Virginia Tech and involvement with
farm projects — he’s a perfect fit for Haw River Farmhouse Ales.
“We’re focused on sourcing fresh ingredients from local farmers to brew
a lineup of truly 'North Carolina' beer,” says Woodward. “Nick’s
passion for North Carolina agriculture really sets him apart. He
understands our dedication to the community around us — we’re gathering
fresh, locally-grown ingredients to make the best, most creative
Belgian-inspired beers possible. Nick is going to be an integral part of
this process.”
Mangili has some of the same passions. “There are so many things about
Haw River that make it an ideal place for me. We’re going to make beer
that brings in a Belgian influence and ties into North Carolina. It’s
why I want to work with Ben and Dawnya,” says Mangili. “Brewing is a
career where you can tie in weird science stuff and help incorporate
community as part of the process. It’s an ideal situation for me; a
journey I’m excited to take with Haw River Farmhouse Ales.”
Haw River Farmhouse Ales is scheduled to open later this year in
Saxapahaw, NC in the dye building at the historic Dixie Yarns Cotton
Mill. For more information about upcoming events, brewery opening and
Haw River’s unique brews, visit the Haw River Farmhouse Ales website.
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About Haw River Farmhouse Ales
Haw River Farmhouse Ales crafts special brews steeped in Belgian tradition, but elevated by local creativity and Carolina pride. From barley and wild yeast to honey and fruit, the Haw River Farmhand Exchange program sources everything possible from farms within 100 miles of the Saxapahaw, NC brewery. Several Haw River beers also include native wild yeast that the brewery harvested from under a tree in Saxapahaw.
Haw River Farmhouse Ales crafts special brews steeped in Belgian tradition, but elevated by local creativity and Carolina pride. From barley and wild yeast to honey and fruit, the Haw River Farmhand Exchange program sources everything possible from farms within 100 miles of the Saxapahaw, NC brewery. Several Haw River beers also include native wild yeast that the brewery harvested from under a tree in Saxapahaw.
Owners Ben Woodward and Dawnya Bohager believe beer is more than just
something you drink. It's an experience meant to be shared with those
around you—it's about community. The brewery is scheduled to open in
late 2013. For more information visit hawriverales.com.