S4 EP101: La Perla Brewery-An Interview w/Scott Parker & Yvonne Armour

Turn Left at the Cactus — Season 4 Episode 101 La Perla Brewing-- Interview with Scott Parker & Yvonne ArmourHosts: - Calyn Whedbee - Linda ” Wigs” WigginsGuests: - Yvonne Armour - Scott ParkerEpisode Highlights:- Discover the story behind La Perla Brewing, San Felipe's newest craft brewery.- Yvonne Armour shares her journey from working with children with disabilities to co-founding the brewery.- Scott Parker talks about his longtime passion for brewing, his move to San Felipe, and the leap from homebrewing to launching a business.- The inspiration behind the name "La Perla"—a tribute to their black lab, Pearl, who’s also the “brew dog.”- Learn how community, inclusivity, and a calm atmosphere shaped the vision for La Perla Brewing.- What to expect at the new location: an industrial vibe, a neighborhood pub feel, a dedicated sports room, pizza (thanks to a collaboration with Dany’s Donus), and plenty of beer.- Discussion on offerings: 12 taps featuring a variety of beer styles, house-made seltzer, and plans for artisanal wines from Guadalupe Valley.- The realities, challenges, and joys of building a brewery in Baja Mexico—including municipal friendliness, supply chain quirks, and the importance of a great landlord.- Details on the La Perla Beer Club—member perks, merch, and how to join.- Insights into brewing for a diverse clientele, from craft beer enthusiasts to the “not-really-a-beer-person” crowd.- Their philosophy on community engagement, charity support, and creating a space where everyone feels welcome—even four-legged friends!- Fun rapid-fire questions about beer, pairings, and what not to brew.- A shoutout to local initiatives supporting people with disabilities in San Felipe.- Community announcements for upcoming events, including Rotary Club Steak in the Park and the SCORE 250 off-road race.Links & Contacts- **La Perla Brewing Facebook Page:** [Find and message them directly to join the Beer Club or for more info]- **Instagram:** [La Perla Brewing’s Instagram—check for updates & photos]- **Community Shoutouts:** Rotary Club, local businesses, and the Autism and Neurodevelopment Center in San Felipe.Listener Notes:- Soft opening for Beer Club members coming soon—join now as membership is capped at 200!- Dogs are welcome throughout most of the brewery (except brewing and kitchen areas), but leashes and good behavior required.- Smoking area is provided outside and carefully located away from the main entrance.- Bring your feedback—Yvonne Armour and Scott Parker want to make La Perla a true community hangout.Thanks for listening to Turn Left at the Cactus! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, or buy the show a coffee at ko-fi.com/turnleftatthecactus. See you at La Perla Brewing soon!You can find La Perla Brewery on Facebook.