#8: The Story of Land-Grant Brewing Company, Craft Beer in Columbus, & the City's Future with Adam Benner

Adam Benner is one of the founders of Land-Grant Brewing Company, a brewery that's nearly an acre in size, located in Franklinton. In this episode Adam shares the story of how Land-Grant came to be, talks about the story behind some of their beers, and his thoughts on the future of Columbus, Ohio.(0:00) Adam’s Intro(0:31) Favorite beer(1:03) Adam’s story Pre-Land Grant (5:42) Starting to brew beer(8:41) Realizing home brewing could be more(16:05) First “brewery” name(19:19) Going all in on Land Grant(23:58) Why Franklinton?(37:07) Land Grant early years(47:13) Looking ahead, the future of Land Grant(55:43) Creating a story for the beer (1:01:56) Community partnerships(1:10:10) Excitement and concerns for Columbus’ future(1:15:47) Favorite places to eat, drink, hangout(1:19:10) Closing thoughtsWelcome to the Columbus Chronicle! This is a podcast dedicated to Columbus and central Ohio. Join host Connor Dunwoodie and meet the people, learn the places, and hear the stories from the people who make this city what it is.